We are getting further and further into November, which means my Christmas decor is starting to seem less crazy lady and more appropriate for the time of year. Although I do claim my crazy Christmas lady status proudly. Today, I’m sharing my favorite place to decorate – my living room! I’m teaming up once again with a bunch of my fave bloggers in the Seasons of Home Tour hosted by the fabulous Kristen from Ella Claire & Co. The talent in this group is bananas, and I love visiting all of their homes to see their twist on Christmas decor. I will link to all of them below so you can check them out as well. Green and Brass Christmas Living Room
I mentioned a few weeks ago that the green velvet pillow I added to our couch for fall really kicked off the whole theme for my Christmas decor this year.
When I found matching velvet Christmas ornaments it felt meant to be!
I mixed them in with a lot of the gorgeous mercury glass ornaments I used last year as well as a few copper/brass toned ornaments.
I also bought a roll of green velvet ribbon and just tied little bows onto the tree for a sweet and simple look. I’m all about keeping it more classic and pared down this year, so I skipped garland and stuck with simpler ornaments.
I also used my white candle lights from last year which I, of course, forgot to actually turn on for all of these photos, so use your imagination with me! Green and Brass Christmas Living Room
My mantel got a simple swag of garland and some velvet bows as well.
I always get questions on how I hang my garland. That is one of the perks of having a rustic mantel this time of year – I just pound small nails right in wherever I need them. I’m sure command hooks would work too.
I used a mix of four faux garlands this year. I start with a really inexpensive one to give it fullness and shape and add on the more realistic ones in the front once I have the shape I want. I simply bind them together with floral wire. I used to use a mix of faux and real, but the pine needles shedding everywhere make me feel crazy!
These gorgeous aged brass bowls filled with ornaments give the mantel a classic and elegant vibe.
They pair perfectly with my brass candle holders on the opposite side of the mantel.
I used my same cozy knit stockings from last year again.
I mixed in some more shades of green pillows onto our sofa and added a cozy knit throw as well.
The coffee table got a simple arrangement of branches from the yard and a large brass platter filled with candles. I love to have candlelight this time of year especially in the absence of any sort of sunshine here in Michigan.
That’s it – the grand tour for 2019! I did my best to keep it more simple and pared down. So far it feels like just the right amount of color and cozy to enjoy throughout the season. Be sure to check out all my friend’s gorgeous homes below!
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Sofa and chairs from Maiden Home
Stockings – HomeGoods find
Ella Claire & Co. | Rooms for Rent | Handmade Farmhouse | Zevy Joy
Kindred Vintage | Home Stories A to Z | French Country Cottage | The Lilypad Cottage
Inspired by Charm | Dear Lillie | Maison de Pax | Nina Hendrick Design Co.
Boxwood Avenue | Craftberry Bush | Jennifer Rizzo | My Sweet Savannah
Denise says
November 20, 2019 at 11:19 amIt looks absolutely beautiful, with just enough blue along with the green.
Quick question, do you know the stain/finish on the table behind your sofa? I am refinishing a table and really like this finish. Thank you.
Victoria says
November 20, 2019 at 11:23 amCan you share the garlands you used ? Love !!
Bon says
November 20, 2019 at 12:19 pmLooks beautiful and such a warm feeling!
Kelly says
November 20, 2019 at 12:36 pmStunning as always. Love the warmth of the fireplace!
Dori Johns says
November 20, 2019 at 1:11 pmKelly, it’s lovely! So cozy and pretty and perfectly elegant. Makes me want to snuggle up on the sofa in front of the fire with a big mug of hot cocoa (or wine :-).
Kelly Schroeder says
November 20, 2019 at 1:13 pmYour Christmas tree is beautiful !! Where did you get it? Or is it real?
Thanks,
Kelly
Michael Wurm Jr says
November 20, 2019 at 1:14 pmThat green is just SOOOO good. You’ve created a stunning space. It’s breathtaking! I love every little detail!
xo Michael
Louise says
November 20, 2019 at 1:19 pmLooks beautiful and so inviting! , Kelly! Your tree is gorgeous!
ashley says
November 20, 2019 at 1:19 pmWhere did you get your tree and garland from!?
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:10 pmThe tree is balsam hill the garland is a mix of several faux garlands.
Pam says
November 20, 2019 at 1:42 pmSerene and beautiful. Great job! Love the greens and blues !
Mary says
November 20, 2019 at 1:58 pmbeautiful!! I love the candle holder behind the couch..can you tell me where its from? Thanks!
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:09 pmIt’s from Target last year unfortunately!
Jennifer Tovar says
November 20, 2019 at 3:07 pmBy far my favorite!! You have gorgeous, effortless style!
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:09 pmOh wow thanks so much!
Mary Beth Bradley says
November 20, 2019 at 3:28 pmWow! This is absolutely gorgeous. I love the greens!!
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:09 pmThank you!
Carolyn Mayhew says
November 20, 2019 at 8:55 pmI love your home on the lake!!! I was born and raised in Michigan and miss it very much!
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:08 pmWe do love it here even though the winters are long!
Diana says
November 20, 2019 at 9:17 pmGorgeous.
Sheila Payne says
November 21, 2019 at 12:40 amYou have beautiful packages under the tree. Have you already bought your Christmas presents as well? Your home could not be more beautiful.
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:08 pmThanks Sheila these are all empty lol!
Elizabeth @RusticMaple says
November 21, 2019 at 10:41 pmBeautifully done as always and I especially like that you reused items from previous years. I can see this lasting easily into January without being too ‘Christmas-y.’
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:08 pmTrying to cut down on my Christmas collection a bit ha!
Donna says
November 22, 2019 at 5:23 pmLove your beautiful, rustic mantel! The swag is perfect! (You sure you’re not a decorator by profession?) :>)
Happy Thanksgiving and then let it roll!
Kelly says
December 2, 2019 at 5:06 pmThanks Donna!
Libby says
December 29, 2019 at 5:57 amHi! Your mantle garland is just gorgeous! You mentioned that you used 4 faux garlands to make it. Can you please tell me what kind of needles they all are? Pine, spruce, etc.? I’d love to re-create this look if possible! Thank you!
Kelly says
January 20, 2020 at 5:52 pmI’m not 100 percent sure on all of them. I know 1 of them was cedar, juniper and 1 spruce I think!