Yesterday, I posted about my "Un-traditional mantle decorated for Christmas" and today is the full-on Modern Christmas Home Tour. I hope you aren't expecting an actual Christmas tree in this tour though because ours JUST got decorated last night. And, although, I'm sure you'll see it sometime... it was a family decorating affair. Ha! To be honest, it looks like a child did it (which he did) so it's heartwarming for our family, for sure, but not necessarily home decor enthusiasts. But, never fear, because I have added some simple Christmas decorations to the house and I'm excited to share with you! Oh, and stick around at the end because there are lots of other bloggers sharing their tours this week and if you click to follow on the link-up (at the bottom) it enters you to win $300! We could all use an extra $300 for the holidays, right?!
Modern Christmas Home Tour
Welcome, welcome! When you walk up to our house, you see our double doors with wreaths hanging on them. The doors are new this year, and I wasn't sure what wreaths would look like hanging on the glass, but I'm happy to report that I love them! It's cheery and welcoming.
If you walk through the entryway and go up our back stairs, you walk right into the eat-in kitchen. This is the view...
I had an extra wreath this year because I bought two new ones for the front porch and I'm so happy I thought to hang the old wreath on the inside of our patio door! I used a standard wreath hanger (same as you'd use on the outside of the door) and it worked great!
If you keep going up the stairs, then you face the kitchen. If you are new here, feel free to check out our DIY Kitchen Remodel including how-to install floating shelves.
Little bits of Christmas were placed on the shelves. Check out yesterday's post, to see more details and pictures of the Christmas Kitchen Shelves.
I hung some pre-lit garland above the sink and, although I wish it was fuller... it does add charm to the space. I used command strips to hang the garland and it's been up for about a week and I've had no issues! The middle command strip hook holds the garland and the bell.
My favorite Christmas decor piece is that vintage ceramic Christmas tree. My Grandma gave it to me a few years back and it just brings back the best memories.
Turning back to the eat-in kitchen, you get this view.
All I did was drape a small swag over the framed art and it was instant love at first sight!
Turning back around to the kitchen again, you see the shelves with twinkly lights and bottlebrush trees.
Then, past the kitchen is our dining room. I went simple in there with vintage brass deer and a garland on top of the table.
If you can't tell, I'm all about minimal Christmas decor while still being able to get the feeling of Christmas cheer.
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Ok, now... here's all the other blogger's who are showcasing their home tours. Make sure to stop by and check them out.
Casa Watkins Living * Lovely Etc. * Designing Vibes * Oh Everything Handmade * The Turquoise Home
Lehman Lane * Our House Now a Home * The Striped House * My Creative Days * Newly Woodwards
All Things With Purpose * House by Hoff * The Happy Housie * A House Full of Sunshine * Thrifty and Chic
This is Our Bliss * Boxy Colonial * Little Red Brick House * Green with Decor * Blue I Style
Sincerely Marie Designs * Up to Date Interiors * Southern State of Mind * A Fresh Squeezed Life * Meegan Makes
Wife in Progress * Place of My Taste * Restless Arrow * Bigger Than The Three of Us
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Erica
Did you use command hooks to hang your pine swag?
Ashley Mayes
Yes! One on each side of the window and one in the middle.
cassie bustamante
this is just perfect, ashley! i especially love your kitchen breakfast nook!
Ashley Mayes
Awww, thanks Cassie!
Erin Young
Where is the swag from?
Ashley Mayes
It's from Target - the Magnolia line.
Tara @ Lehman lane
Great Christmas tour Ashley! Love the wreath on your front door and your new artwork in the kitchen.
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Tara! The new artwork makes me smile!
Karen @ a house full of sunshine
I just love your beautiful home and your simple and stylish take on Christmas decorating! Those little brass deer are perfect. xo
Ashley Mayes
Thanks so much Karen!
Kathy
It's just the right amount! I love how natural and organic it all feels. The deer look like their grazing on your table. So cute!! I might have to try that with my brass animals. I have a ceramic nativity light from my grandma that is so special! Merry Christmas Ashley!
Ashley Mayes
Thanks Kathy! I'm keeping an eye out for more brass deer for next year.
Sarah
Ashley, I love your home so much! All of your touches of Christmas in each room are perfect! And those front entry doors are absolutely stunning!
Ashley Mayes
I'm sooooo happy with our new doors! This year, they made it so much fun to decorate our porch.
designing vibes
Obsessed ....as usual! I absolutely adore your aesthetic , Ashley. Love...love..love!
Ashley Mayes
Awww, thanks girl!
Jen | The Striped House
Your home looks wonderful! And your Christmas decor is perfect for your house 🙂 Happy Holidays friend!
Ashley Mayes
Best compliment ever, thanks Jen!
Laura
Love your style and Christmas decor. I have a similar vintage tree! Everything is so chic!
Ashley Mayes
Vintage Christmas trees for the win! Thanks Laura.