It’s the three-week countdown to Halloween and if you haven’t gotten your costumes and candy yet, this is your final warning! While you’re at it, maybe you want to dress up your porch for all those darling trick-or-treaters. Kristy is never one to shy away from the festive furnishings, and this year is no exception . . . her porch is all decked out with scarily chic decorations. Your porch will look boo-tiful too with this fun and fabulous spooky season decor. See our inspiration below.
Ding dong, it’s your brand new front door! Take your door from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint! This wood look paint kit will make any ordinary door extraordinary. Kristy’s metal door (see the before look in the photo below) takes on a whole new vibe with a few coats of this paint . . . you’d never know the door isn’t real wood! Add a few carefully curated accents like lanterns, a welcome sign, and a gorgeous doormat and your front door will feel extra inviting.
Now for the fun stuff! Add your spooky touches like a Halloween wreath and doormat, and then bring on the bats. Drape some gauzy fabric on your furniture, hang a banner or two, and don’t forget your cart full of treats for your delivery drivers (see that post here)!!
Set the vibes with these colorful lights and hanging witches hats. Add some tabletop decor and let things get creepy cool once the sun goes down.
Don’t forget your frightening friends! This glamourous witch and this smiling skeleton are ready for the ultimate Halloween hangout. Grab your favorite beverage, a bucket of candy, and get ready to kick back and relax.
It’s the three-week countdown to Halloween and if you haven’t gotten your costumes and candy yet, this is your final warning! While you’re at it, maybe you want to dress up your porch for all those darling trick-or-treaters. Kristy is never one to shy away from the festive furnishings, and this year is no exception . . . her porch is all decked out with scarily chic decorations. Your porch will look boo-tiful too with this fun and fabulous spooky season decor. See our inspiration below.
Ding dong, it’s your brand new front door! Take your door from drab to fab with a fresh coat of paint! This wood look paint kit will make any ordinary door extraordinary. Kristy’s metal door (see the before look in the photo below) takes on a whole new vibe with a few coats of this paint . . . you’d never know the door isn’t real wood! Add a few carefully curated accents like lanterns, a welcome sign, and a gorgeous doormat and your front door will feel extra inviting.
Now for the fun stuff! Add your spooky touches like a Halloween wreath and doormat, and then bring on the bats. Drape some gauzy fabric on your furniture, hang a banner or two, and don’t forget your cart full of treats for your delivery drivers (see that post here)!!
Set the vibes with these colorful lights and hanging witches hats. Add some tabletop decor and let things get creepy cool once the sun goes down.
Don’t forget your frightening friends! This glamourous witch and this smiling skeleton are ready for the ultimate Halloween hangout. Grab your favorite beverage, a bucket of candy, and get ready to kick back and relax.
We’ve got some special sales for you this week! Target Circle Week is in full swing, Amazon Prime Big Deal Days kicked off this morning, and Walmart just launched Walmart Deals!! That’s a lot of really awesome sales from three top retailers, and we are definitely ready to shop. We’ve rounded up some highlights from each sale so you can see what’s hot right now, and then take your time browsing because there is a TON to see! Check out our sales roundup below.
Amazon
The fall sale we’ve all been waiting for! It’s prime day in October—Big Deal Days are here and we are ready to shop! See a roundup of all the best deals on the Frugal and Thriving Amazon storefront.
Shop deals under $25
Shop deals on Amazon devices
Shop buzzworthy deals
Shop deals on fall favorites
Target
Target Circle Week has begun and these are sales you don’t want to miss! From home to fashion and everything in-between, Target has got you covered.
Shop up to 50% off kitchen items
Shop up to 50% off select toys
Shop 20% off Threshold furniture
Shop up to 40% off floorcare
Shop 30% off Threshold bed and bath
Walmart
And in case those sales weren’t enough, Walmart is coming in hot with Walmart Deals!! Deals up to 50% off?? Yes, please.
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We’re feeling all things holiday over here at Frugal & Thriving, and that means it’s time to decorate our homes and start planning our holiday outfits! From cute Christmas sweaters to classic seasonal decor, we are all about prepping for the holidays for less. Whether you’re decking the halls or getting all dolled up, Target has got you covered with all of your holiday needs! See holiday fun from Target below.
Holiday Fashion
Rock right into the holiday season with this Rolling Stones-inspired tee and sleigh like the rockstar you are!
Buddy the Elf is a holiday favorite!! Show your Christmas spirit with this Elf-themed cardigan.
All the main food groups of the holiday season! Candy, sweets, and more candy, please!!
Let it snow!! It’s okay if the only snowflakes you want to see this season are the sparkling ones on this fuzzy cardigan.
Do you want to build a snowman? Chill out with this snow dude that is too cool to melt!
Santa Baby, hurry down the chimney tonight…and don’t forget to leave me all the good presents!
We’ve all been on the naughty list once or twice – no shame! Might as well own it proudly with a sequined sweater that will let everyone know you’re a bad B.
Holiday Decor
This holiday décor from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia will have you feeling merry and bright! These bold reds and light greens are a classic Christmas look.
Go au naturel with this Christmas décor from Threshold with Studio McGee. Neutral tones and mixed textures will make your home feel cozy and soft.
Get your glam on with stylish decor from this Wondershop Glam Loft Collection. A touch of modern luxury will make your holidays sparkle and shine.
Looking for more holiday inspo? Check out all the holiday décor collections at Target!!
We’re feeling all things holiday over here at Frugal & Thriving, and that means it’s time to decorate our homes and start planning our holiday outfits! From cute Christmas sweaters to classic seasonal decor, we are all about prepping for the holidays for less. Whether you’re decking the halls or getting all dolled up, Target has got you covered with all of your holiday needs! See holiday fun from Target below.
Holiday Fashion
Rock right into the holiday season with this Rolling Stones-inspired tee and sleigh like the rockstar you are!
Buddy the Elf is a holiday favorite!! Show your Christmas spirit with this Elf-themed cardigan.
All the main food groups of the holiday season! Candy, sweets, and more candy, please!!
Let it snow!! It’s okay if the only snowflakes you want to see this season are the sparkling ones on this fuzzy cardigan.
Do you want to build a snowman? Chill out with this snow dude that is too cool to melt!
Santa Baby, hurry down the chimney tonight…and don’t forget to leave me all the good presents!
We’ve all been on the naughty list once or twice – no shame! Might as well own it proudly with a sequined sweater that will let everyone know you’re a bad B.
Holiday Decor
This holiday décor from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia will have you feeling merry and bright! These bold reds and light greens are a classic Christmas look.
Go au naturel with this Christmas décor from Threshold with Studio McGee. Neutral tones and mixed textures will make your home feel cozy and soft.
Get your glam on with stylish decor from this Wondershop Glam Loft Collection. A touch of modern luxury will make your holidays sparkle and shine.
Looking for more holiday inspo? Check out all the holiday décor collections at Target!!
We’re feeling all things holiday over here at Frugal & Thriving, and that means it’s time to decorate our homes and start planning our holiday outfits! From cute Christmas sweaters to classic seasonal decor, we are all about prepping for the holidays for less. Whether you’re decking the halls or getting all dolled up, Target has got you covered with all of your holiday needs! See holiday fun from Target below.
Holiday Fashion
Rock right into the holiday season with this Rolling Stones-inspired tee and sleigh like the rockstar you are!
Buddy the Elf is a holiday favorite!! Show your Christmas spirit with this Elf-themed cardigan.
All the main food groups of the holiday season! Candy, sweets, and more candy, please!!
Let it snow!! It’s okay if the only snowflakes you want to see this season are the sparkling ones on this fuzzy cardigan.
Do you want to build a snowman? Chill out with this snow dude that is too cool to melt!
Santa Baby, hurry down the chimney tonight…and don’t forget to leave me all the good presents!
We’ve all been on the naughty list once or twice – no shame! Might as well own it proudly with a sequined sweater that will let everyone know you’re a bad B.
Holiday Decor
This holiday décor from Hearth & Hand with Magnolia will have you feeling merry and bright! These bold reds and light greens are a classic Christmas look.
Go au naturel with this Christmas décor from Threshold with Studio McGee. Neutral tones and mixed textures will make your home feel cozy and soft.
Get your glam on with stylish decor from this Wondershop Glam Loft Collection. A touch of modern luxury will make your holidays sparkle and shine.
Looking for more holiday inspo? Check out all the holiday décor collections at Target!!
Okay seriously, what would we do without Target? This favorite retailer hits the spot every time without doing too much damage to our bank accounts…as long as we exhibit a tiny bit of self-control. Whether we’re looking for something for a little home refresh or unique and classy holiday decor, Target always has what we need (and what we didn’t even know we needed, too). We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Valentine’s Day decor from Target. Check it out below!
Love is in the air! And splashed all throughout our home with this fun, heartwarming decor. Welcome guests with this sweet doormat, pile the couches with adorable throw pillows, adorn the walls with Valentine’s-themed garland and signs, and stack the shelves with cute decor – then start every day with this endearing mug filled with your favorite morning beverage.
Shop Valentine's Day Decor
Okay seriously, what would we do without Target? This favorite retailer hits the spot every time without doing too much damage to our bank accounts…as long as we exhibit a tiny bit of self-control. Whether we’re looking for something for a little home refresh or unique and classy holiday decor, Target always has what we need (and what we didn’t even know we needed, too). We’ve rounded up some of our favorite Valentine’s Day decor from Target. Check it out below!
Love is in the air! And splashed all throughout our home with this fun, heartwarming decor. Welcome guests with this sweet doormat, pile the couches with adorable throw pillows, adorn the walls with Valentine’s-themed garland and signs, and stack the shelves with cute decor – then start every day with this endearing mug filled with your favorite morning beverage.
Shop Valentine's Day Decor
It’s not too late to deck the halls!! If you’re hosting this holiday season but feel like you could use just a few more things to make your home more festive, Amazon has got you covered! These last-minute holiday decor items are gorgeous, inexpensive, and sure to bring the Christmas cheer! See our roundup of last-minute holiday decor from Amazon below.
Dress up your shelves and tables with these sleek tree figurines, a seasonally scented candle, or this foliage-topped lantern!
Adorn your walls or mantle with this mistletoe sign, a red berry wreath, or these cozy cable-knit stockings.
And get ready to snuggle with this red “believe” pillow cover and plaid blanket, or this black Christmas tree pillow cover and green knit throw.
Shop Last-Minute Holiday Decor
It’s not too late to deck the halls!! If you’re hosting this holiday season but feel like you could use just a few more things to make your home more festive, Amazon has got you covered! These last-minute holiday decor items are gorgeous, inexpensive, and sure to bring the Christmas cheer! See our roundup of last-minute holiday decor from Amazon below.
Dress up your shelves and tables with these sleek tree figurines, a seasonally scented candle, or this foliage-topped lantern!
Adorn your walls or mantle with this mistletoe sign, a red berry wreath, or these cozy cable-knit stockings.
And get ready to snuggle with this red “believe” pillow cover and plaid blanket, or this black Christmas tree pillow cover and green knit throw.
Shop Last-Minute Holiday Decor
Hosting for the holidays takes a lot of work! There’s the cooking, the cleaning, and of course, the decorating. Your dining table is one area that’s easy to forget about but can make all the difference in prepping your home for company! All you need are a few simple items to make your tabletop pop and really wow your guests. This holiday tablescape inspiration will help you be the hostess with the mostess. Check it out below.
Black and red with hints of green mixed with warm wood and woven neutrals combines a little bit of glam with a soft, welcoming vibe.
For your place settings, start with a woven placemat, topped with a matte black dinner plate, and finished off with a beautiful cloth napkin accented with a textured wooden napkin ring.
This is a simple, sophisticated look that is perfect for family get-togethers or dinner with friends!
A rustic table runner topped with faux greenery, plush pumpkins, and pillar candles makes for an eye-catching focal point and adds style without being overwhelming.
Just like that you have a gorgeous tablescape that you can show off all season long!
And this table decor comes from Decocrated! See more holiday decor from Decocrated here.
Hosting for the holidays takes a lot of work! There’s the cooking, the cleaning, and of course, the decorating. Your dining table is one area that’s easy to forget about but can make all the difference in prepping your home for company! All you need are a few simple items to make your tabletop pop and really wow your guests. This holiday tablescape inspiration will help you be the hostess with the mostess. Check it out below.
Black and red with hints of green mixed with warm wood and woven neutrals combines a little bit of glam with a soft, welcoming vibe.
For your place settings, start with a woven placemat, topped with a matte black dinner plate, and finished off with a beautiful cloth napkin accented with a textured wooden napkin ring.
This is a simple, sophisticated look that is perfect for family get-togethers or dinner with friends!
A rustic table runner topped with faux greenery, plush pumpkins, and pillar candles makes for an eye-catching focal point and adds style without being overwhelming.
Just like that you have a gorgeous tablescape that you can show off all season long!
And this table decor comes from Decocrated! See more holiday decor from Decocrated here.
Why do we love Decocrated? This home decor subscription box delivers tasteful, timeless decor right to your door four times a year (plus the option for holiday add-on boxes throughout the year) and takes all of the hard work out of revamping your home every season. We’re giving you a peek at some of our favorite items from this year’s winter box AND special add-on Christmas box – plus we’ve got an exclusive code for you! Use code: FRUGALLYTHRIVING15 to get 15% off your subscription and don’t miss this chance to save on one of our favorite subscription boxes! See our holiday decor from Decocrated below.
Welcome everyone into your home with this beautiful modern snowflake door wreath! The wooden center surrounded by faux greenery makes for an eye-catching piece that helps to bring nature indoors.
Keep the nature vibes going with a woven wood basket filled with pinecones and evergreen branches! A plaid throw blanket in soft neutrals is the perfect finishing touch.
Or use that blanket to bring some dimension to your seating area and accent with a warm cream throw pillow. You’re going to want to get comfy with these and relax on a cold winter’s night.
A carefully curated tabletop can add instant style and personality to your dining area. A simple runner complemented with candles and greenery makes a gorgeous focal point and woven placemats help balance the table out.
When you’re ready to go full-on Christmas, deck the halls with all things red, white, and green! This red pom-pom throw pillow and cozy white knit blanket will be perfect to snuggle up with while you sip hot cocoa and watch holiday movies.
Who doesn’t love a good old fashioned sleigh ride through the pine trees and snow?! Grab your quarters and head right this way down Santa Claus Lane.
You’re going to need some stamps to mail off your letters to Santa! These adorable Christmas-themed wooden stamps can be used as tree ornaments or table accents.
Once your house is decorated and you’ve got your stamps handy, write out your letters to Santa and place them in the North Pole Express Mail mailbox! Let the countdown to Christmas begin!
**Remember: use our exclusive code FRUGALLYTHRIVING15 to get 15% off your subscription (quarterly or annually)!! And see our roundup of past Decocrated boxes here!
Why do we love Decocrated? This home decor subscription box delivers tasteful, timeless decor right to your door four times a year (plus the option for holiday add-on boxes throughout the year) and takes all of the hard work out of revamping your home every season. We’re giving you a peek at some of our favorite items from this year’s winter box AND special add-on Christmas box – plus we’ve got an exclusive code for you! Use code: FRUGALLYTHRIVING15 to get 15% off your subscription and don’t miss this chance to save on one of our favorite subscription boxes! See our holiday decor from Decocrated below.
Welcome everyone into your home with this beautiful modern snowflake door wreath! The wooden center surrounded by faux greenery makes for an eye-catching piece that helps to bring nature indoors.
Keep the nature vibes going with a woven wood basket filled with pinecones and evergreen branches! A plaid throw blanket in soft neutrals is the perfect finishing touch.
Or use that blanket to bring some dimension to your seating area and accent with a warm cream throw pillow. You’re going to want to get comfy with these and relax on a cold winter’s night.
A carefully curated tabletop can add instant style and personality to your dining area. A simple runner complemented with candles and greenery makes a gorgeous focal point and woven placemats help balance the table out.
When you’re ready to go full-on Christmas, deck the halls with all things red, white, and green! This red pom-pom throw pillow and cozy white knit blanket will be perfect to snuggle up with while you sip hot cocoa and watch holiday movies.
Who doesn’t love a good old fashioned sleigh ride through the pine trees and snow?! Grab your quarters and head right this way down Santa Claus Lane.
You’re going to need some stamps to mail off your letters to Santa! These adorable Christmas-themed wooden stamps can be used as tree ornaments or table accents.
Once your house is decorated and you’ve got your stamps handy, write out your letters to Santa and place them in the North Pole Express Mail mailbox! Let the countdown to Christmas begin!
**Remember: use our exclusive code FRUGALLYTHRIVING15 to get 15% off your subscription (quarterly or annually)!! And see our roundup of past Decocrated boxes here!
Need a touch of comfy? Looking for a dash of holiday spirit? If you want to upgrade your cozy holiday home decor game, Walmart has a vast array of holiday throw pillows and blankets that will jazz up any room in the house. See some of our favorite combos below.
Have a Holly Jolly Christmas! This red throw pillow with snowflake accents perfectly complements this red and white snowflake-patterned throw blanket.
Santa’s reindeer fly over the village and to the comfort of your couch…snuggle up with them and this black fair isle throw while you patiently wait for Santa to unload his sleigh.
Snow-covered trees pop against a bright red background…and this throw pillow brings brightness to a clean, crisp snowflake blanket.
Merry Christmas!! This classic pillow paired with a red, gray, and cream fair isle blanket that also has a little sherpa pocket for your feet is the perfect duo for unwrapping gifts on Christmas morning.
This combo is as sweet as candy! A peppermint swirl throw pillow is a playful addition to this holiday theme throw blanket.
For a farmhouse chic vibe, pair a white tufted throw pillow with a red buffalo plaid blanket.
Your tree isn’t the only thing that came from the farm this year! This adorable throw pillow looks fresh against a solid gray sherpa blanket.
When the gifts have been unwrapped, the dinner has been devoured, and the day starts to come to a close, unwind from all the excitement with this plaid throw pillow and bold red blanket.
A gray and white color scheme is classy and modern, and this throw pillow and knit blanket are both bringing the joy.
There’s no place like home for the holidays! This heartwarming throw pillow and gorgeous teal blanket combo adds a tender touch to your home decor.
Thanks for reading! Which of these holiday throw pillow and blanket duos do you love? Let us know xo.
Need a touch of comfy? Looking for a dash of holiday spirit? If you want to upgrade your cozy holiday home decor game, Walmart has a vast array of holiday throw pillows and blankets that will jazz up any room in the house. See some of our favorite combos below.
Have a Holly Jolly Christmas! This red throw pillow with snowflake accents perfectly complements this red and white snowflake-patterned throw blanket.
Santa’s reindeer fly over the village and to the comfort of your couch…snuggle up with them and this black fair isle throw while you patiently wait for Santa to unload his sleigh.
Snow-covered trees pop against a bright red background…and this throw pillow brings brightness to a clean, crisp snowflake blanket.
Merry Christmas!! This classic pillow paired with a red, gray, and cream fair isle blanket that also has a little sherpa pocket for your feet is the perfect duo for unwrapping gifts on Christmas morning.
This combo is as sweet as candy! A peppermint swirl throw pillow is a playful addition to this holiday theme throw blanket.
For a farmhouse chic vibe, pair a white tufted throw pillow with a red buffalo plaid blanket.
Your tree isn’t the only thing that came from the farm this year! This adorable throw pillow looks fresh against a solid gray sherpa blanket.
When the gifts have been unwrapped, the dinner has been devoured, and the day starts to come to a close, unwind from all the excitement with this plaid throw pillow and bold red blanket.
A gray and white color scheme is classy and modern, and this throw pillow and knit blanket are both bringing the joy.
There’s no place like home for the holidays! This heartwarming throw pillow and gorgeous teal blanket combo adds a tender touch to your home decor.
Thanks for reading! Which of these holiday throw pillow and blanket duos do you love? Let us know xo.
You don’t have to be a professional interior designer to make your home look like it should be in a magazine! A few tricks of the trade, a handful of statement decorations, and a little personality can go a long way. When it comes to decorating shelves for the holidays, you can fully embrace the spirit of the season while still showcasing your unique style…it’s simple! Check out Kristy’s festively decorated shelves below and see how see pulled some of her favorite holiday pieces together.
The key to decorating your shelves for the holidays is finding balance. Place smaller items in groups or next to larger pieces, choose one or two items to be standout pieces, keep all of the colors in the same color scheme, and add a little greenery for a touch of liveliness.
This wooden tile ledge set (available in 7 different styles) is a sweet way to dress up your shelves for the holidays! Balance the long, low profile with taller, more compact items like this beautiful Lenox deer figurine and tree silhouette photo frame from Decocrated.
Kristy put together this gorgeous nativity scene herself using a statue set and accent pieces like this miniature pine tree and metal star pedestal to complete the look. She also took this tobacco basket and embellished it with this artificial cedar and pine wreath (attached with these) to create her own decorative piece. The white statues really stand out against the darker background items.
Gnomes are a group favorite and item, and this adorable plush pair found their home next to this color-coordinated wooden sign from Decocrated. Red, gray, and cream are clean, modern colors for the holiday.
This vintage Christmas truck is coming straight from the Christmas tree farm with a couple of lush green trees in tow (bonus: they light up!!). The metal, antique design adds a classic touch to any holiday decor…this is definitely a statement piece!
But wait, there’s more! How inviting does this fireplace look surrounded by holiday decor and the mantle hung with nametag-labeled cable knit stockings (with ones for the pups, too) and adorned with fresh cedar tip boughs?? I know I could spend hours cuddled up here in all the coziness!
Mr. Snowman is a friendly face with a smile that lights up as bright as the lamppost he guards, and with the help of his cardinal friends, safely guides the way back home. This little guy fits right in with the rest of the color scheme and adds a dash of personality.
Looking for a sleigh ride in the snow? Craving a cup of hot cocoa to sip on? Or maybe you just want to snuggle up next to a nice, warm fire at the ski lodge…whatever activity is on your mind, this signpost from Decocrated will point you in the right direction! This is a larger decoration that works great as a standalone piece.
Thanks for reading! Which of these decor pieces do you love? Let us know xo.
You don’t have to be a professional interior designer to make your home look like it should be in a magazine! A few tricks of the trade, a handful of statement decorations, and a little personality can go a long way. When it comes to decorating shelves for the holidays, you can fully embrace the spirit of the season while still showcasing your unique style…it’s simple! Check out Kristy’s festively decorated shelves below and see how see pulled some of her favorite holiday pieces together.
The key to decorating your shelves for the holidays is finding balance. Place smaller items in groups or next to larger pieces, choose one or two items to be standout pieces, keep all of the colors in the same color scheme, and add a little greenery for a touch of liveliness.
This wooden tile ledge set (available in 7 different styles) is a sweet way to dress up your shelves for the holidays! Balance the long, low profile with taller, more compact items like this beautiful Lenox deer figurine and tree silhouette photo frame from Decocrated.
Kristy put together this gorgeous nativity scene herself using a statue set and accent pieces like this miniature pine tree and metal star pedestal to complete the look. She also took this tobacco basket and embellished it with this artificial cedar and pine wreath (attached with these) to create her own decorative piece. The white statues really stand out against the darker background items.
Gnomes are a group favorite and item, and this adorable plush pair found their home next to this color-coordinated wooden sign from Decocrated. Red, gray, and cream are clean, modern colors for the holiday.
This vintage Christmas truck is coming straight from the Christmas tree farm with a couple of lush green trees in tow (bonus: they light up!!). The metal, antique design adds a classic touch to any holiday decor…this is definitely a statement piece!
But wait, there’s more! How inviting does this fireplace look surrounded by holiday decor and the mantle hung with nametag-labeled cable knit stockings (with ones for the pups, too) and adorned with fresh cedar tip boughs?? I know I could spend hours cuddled up here in all the coziness!
Mr. Snowman is a friendly face with a smile that lights up as bright as the lamppost he guards, and with the help of his cardinal friends, safely guides the way back home. This little guy fits right in with the rest of the color scheme and adds a dash of personality.
Looking for a sleigh ride in the snow? Craving a cup of hot cocoa to sip on? Or maybe you just want to snuggle up next to a nice, warm fire at the ski lodge…whatever activity is on your mind, this signpost from Decocrated will point you in the right direction! This is a larger decoration that works great as a standalone piece.
Thanks for reading! Which of these decor pieces do you love? Let us know xo.
Christmas trees may just be the most versatile holiday decorations out there. With so many types of trees to choose from, real or artificial, and an endless amount of ornaments and decorations to adorn it, you can really tailor your tree to showcase your individual style and personality. Whether you like classic, cutesy, or chic, making your Christmas tree your own is one of the best parts of prepping for the holidays. See our trees, and how we like to decorate them, below.
The Family Tree
This is Kristy’s family tree, and it’s her pride and joy! As a collector of Christmas ornaments, she has curated a gorgeous collection over the years and the resulting tree is a sentimental statement piece. Filled with unique ornaments that mark special moments and occasions in her and her family’s lives, her favorite thing to do is curl up with a cup of coffee and reminisce in the glow of the Christmas lights. Also, this 7.5ft tree happened to be left behind, brand new and never used, by the old owners of her house and was found one day tucked away in the back of the attic…what a lucky find!
This ornament is from Kristy’s family’s first trip to Disney this year. A replica of Cinderella’s castle and other Disney landmarks sit encased inside an iridescent glass Mickey Mouse head. This is Kristy’s favorite ornament!
This little chocolate bar is straight from Hershey Park, where Kristy’s now-husband proposed to her on the weekend of her 30th birthday. How sweet!!
As a business owner, Kristy spends a lot of her time getting work done, and her husband likes to tease her about how hard she works! This grumpy elf sings a little jingle about “taking care of business.” Very fitting.
The Kids’ Tree
Tree | Tree Collar | Bow Tree Topper
Because her family tree is carefully coordinated and decorated, Kristy also puts up a tree (this is a 6.5ft pencil tree) just for the kids so they can join in on the decorating fun! Every year, Elf on the Shelf brings her kids a box of themed goodies filled with items from their favorite characters of the moment, which includes a Christmas ornament. Spiderman, Lion King, Minnie Mouse, and Frozen have been just a few!!
This Disney castle ornament from Lenox is silver-plated, topped with 24k gold accents, and makes a beautiful addition to any tree. Embossed with the year 2021, it’s a commemoration of Kristy’s family trip to Disney this past fall.
If you’re familiar with the story of “The Polar Express,” then you know the meaning behind this bell from Santa’s sleigh! It represents the magic of Christmas and serves as a reminder to believe.
The Grinch is a holiday classic, and this ornament depicts the story of how this mischievous, misunderstood outcast from Whoville tries to steal Christmas.
This Tangled Rapunzel stained-glass ornament and this Frozen Elsa ornament (she sings!!) are both favorites of Kristy’s daughter and add fun princess magic to the kids’ tree.
The Mini Tree
Your tree doesn’t have to be big to be beautiful! I love having and decorating my own tree, but my apartment isn’t very large and I don’t have the room for a full-sized tree. I grabbed this 4.5ft pre-lit tree and I love it! I really made it my own by decking it out in black and gold (my favorite colors) and it fits perfectly in my small space without being overwhelming.
I kept the decorations simple with with these black and gray ball ornaments and gold glitter poinsetta flowers. The animal-print Mickey Mouse heads were a gift from my sister when she went to Disney years ago, but they really complement my black and gold theme, and I love the personal element they add to the tree.
All that glitters IS gold if this tree skirt is any indication! I wasn’t sure if the sequins would be too much in a small space, but I got a smaller skirt (36″) and I am obsessed with it. The sequins add some fun sparkle, and it looks gorgeous glittering under the lights of the tree at night.
Thanks for reading! What are some of your favorite ways to decorate your tree? Let us know xo.
Christmas trees may just be the most versatile holiday decorations out there. With so many types of trees to choose from, real or artificial, and an endless amount of ornaments and decorations to adorn it, you can really tailor your tree to showcase your individual style and personality. Whether you like classic, cutesy, or chic, making your Christmas tree your own is one of the best parts of prepping for the holidays. See our trees, and how we like to decorate them, below.
The Family Tree
This is Kristy’s family tree, and it’s her pride and joy! As a collector of Christmas ornaments, she has curated a gorgeous collection over the years and the resulting tree is a sentimental statement piece. Filled with unique ornaments that mark special moments and occasions in her and her family’s lives, her favorite thing to do is curl up with a cup of coffee and reminisce in the glow of the Christmas lights. Also, this 7.5ft tree happened to be left behind, brand new and never used, by the old owners of her house and was found one day tucked away in the back of the attic…what a lucky find!
This ornament is from Kristy’s family’s first trip to Disney this year. A replica of Cinderella’s castle and other Disney landmarks sit encased inside an iridescent glass Mickey Mouse head. This is Kristy’s favorite ornament!
This little chocolate bar is straight from Hershey Park, where Kristy’s now-husband proposed to her on the weekend of her 30th birthday. How sweet!!
As a business owner, Kristy spends a lot of her time getting work done, and her husband likes to tease her about how hard she works! This grumpy elf sings a little jingle about “taking care of business.” Very fitting.
The Kids’ Tree
Tree | Tree Collar | Bow Tree Topper
Because her family tree is carefully coordinated and decorated, Kristy also puts up a tree (this is a 6.5ft pencil tree) just for the kids so they can join in on the decorating fun! Every year, Elf on the Shelf brings her kids a box of themed goodies filled with items from their favorite characters of the moment, which includes a Christmas ornament. Spiderman, Lion King, Minnie Mouse, and Frozen have been just a few!!
This Disney castle ornament from Lenox is silver-plated, topped with 24k gold accents, and makes a beautiful addition to any tree. Embossed with the year 2021, it’s a commemoration of Kristy’s family trip to Disney this past fall.
If you’re familiar with the story of “The Polar Express,” then you know the meaning behind this bell from Santa’s sleigh! It represents the magic of Christmas and serves as a reminder to believe.
The Grinch is a holiday classic, and this ornament depicts the story of how this mischievous, misunderstood outcast from Whoville tries to steal Christmas.
This Tangled Rapunzel stained-glass ornament and this Frozen Elsa ornament (she sings!!) are both favorites of Kristy’s daughter and add fun princess magic to the kids’ tree.
The Mini Tree
Your tree doesn’t have to be big to be beautiful! I love having and decorating my own tree, but my apartment isn’t very large and I don’t have the room for a full-sized tree. I grabbed this 4.5ft pre-lit tree and I love it! I really made it my own by decking it out in black and gold (my favorite colors) and it fits perfectly in my small space without being overwhelming.
I kept the decorations simple with with these black and gray ball ornaments and gold glitter poinsetta flowers. The animal-print Mickey Mouse heads were a gift from my sister when she went to Disney years ago, but they really complement my black and gold theme, and I love the personal element they add to the tree.
All that glitters IS gold if this tree skirt is any indication! I wasn’t sure if the sequins would be too much in a small space, but I got a smaller skirt (36″) and I am obsessed with it. The sequins add some fun sparkle, and it looks gorgeous glittering under the lights of the tree at night.
Thanks for reading! What are some of your favorite ways to decorate your tree? Let us know xo.
The holiday season is really the season for hosting guests and entertaining friends and family, so you want to make sure your home is warm and welcoming. Since the first stop is usually the entryway of your house, decorate it with elegant holiday decor to make the space feel inviting. Walmart has lots of affordable holiday decorations so you can choose just a few pieces to dress the space up or completely revamp it. See our holiday entryway design guide below.
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We’re decking the halls with this darling decor and bringing the holiday spirit into our ho-ho-homes! A small artificial light-up tree will tie the outdoors to the indoors and liven the space up. Place a velvet chair in a holiday hue next to a wooden shelved accent table adorned with lots of little holiday decorations (balance rich colors with warm woods and metal tones), and hang a few jolly signs on the wall to keep the festive flow. Add a mirror to make the area seem larger and sleigh an entryway worthy of a winter wonderland!
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The holiday season is really the season for hosting guests and entertaining friends and family, so you want to make sure your home is warm and welcoming. Since the first stop is usually the entryway of your house, decorate it with elegant holiday decor to make the space feel inviting. Walmart has lots of affordable holiday decorations so you can choose just a few pieces to dress the space up or completely revamp it. See our holiday entryway design guide below.
Artificial Tree | Accent Chair | Throw Pillow | Geometric Mirror | Holly Jolly Wall Art | Fa La La Wall Art | Accent Table | Metal Sculpture | Woodwick Candle | Rattan Sleigh | Antique Truck | Wire Candle Holder | Wooden Lantern | Antique Milk Bottles | Braided Storage Basket | Welcome Sign
We’re decking the halls with this darling decor and bringing the holiday spirit into our ho-ho-homes! A small artificial light-up tree will tie the outdoors to the indoors and liven the space up. Place a velvet chair in a holiday hue next to a wooden shelved accent table adorned with lots of little holiday decorations (balance rich colors with warm woods and metal tones), and hang a few jolly signs on the wall to keep the festive flow. Add a mirror to make the area seem larger and sleigh an entryway worthy of a winter wonderland!
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