Hello friends, and welcome! Wasn’t the Yellow Cape Cod house tour gorgeous? All that cozy red and cabin charm — I was ready to move right in! I’m so excited to share our Christmas home with you this year. This is our first full year in our home, and I’m feeling more comfortable with my ever-evolving décor style.
Decorating for Christmas
Getting the house ready for Christmas is one of my favorite traditions. Growing up, I remember my mom pulling out the decorations the day after Thanksgiving and filling our home with so much joy.
Because of blogging, I usually start a little earlier than most — our first tree goes up in October, and by the end of November the house is pretty much done. In the past, I’ve felt pressure to make everything perfect for a holiday tour, but this year I slowed down.
I decorated thoughtfully, enjoyed the process, and kept it simple. Instead of chasing something over-styled, I refreshed old favorites, moved pieces into new spots, and sprinkled in a few fresh touches. After all, not everyone changes their color scheme each year — and that’s perfectly okay.
A Note From My Heart
If I wasn’t blogging, I’d probably keep the same decorations for years (maybe updating every 5 or so), and I’d be just fine with it. You shouldn’t feel pressured to overspend or go into debt for Christmas décor.
The beauty of this season is that small changes can make a big impact:
- A pair of festive pillows on your chairs.
- A couple of bows tied to your light fixtures.
- Or simply rearranging what you already own.
My hope is that this tour brings you joy and inspiration. Use what you love, try something new if you want, and most importantly, enjoy the process. This community is about sharing, not comparing.
A Peek Inside
I’ll let the photos do most of the talking, but here’s a little guide to each space with links to shop similar items if you’d like to add something to your own collection.
Christmas Kitchen
I shared this simmer pot idea on Instagram and so many of you asked for the “recipe.” It’s just a mix of leftover spices simmering on the stove — but it makes the whole house smell like a winter cabin.
Winter Cabin Potpourri
- Lemon slices
- Cinnamon sticks
- Rosemary
- Star anise
- Bay leaves
- Cranberries
Cover with water, simmer, and refill as needed up to 4–5 times.
[Shop the kitchen look]
Living Room
This year’s “dream tree” came together beautifully — you can read more about it [here]. It’s one of my favorite traditions to style with Michaels Dream Tree each year.
[Shop the living room look]
Entryway
Simple greenery and wreaths (hung with command hooks!) set a welcoming tone.
[Shop the entryway look]
Family Room
I kept this space cozy with white flocked tree — it looks incredible!
[Shop the family room look]
Coffee Bar
Because no Christmas home is complete without a cozy coffee station. A few mugs, festive stirrers, and holiday syrups make it extra special.
[Shop the coffee bar look]
Outdoor Fireplace
For the first time, we lit up our outdoor fireplace! Even though Arizona evenings aren’t too chilly, it’s the perfect backdrop for a little holiday magic. I draped our Thanksgiving garland across the mantel and topped it with a fresh Lynch Creek Wreath.
[Shop the outdoor space look]
Wrapping It Up
And that’s our Christmas tour! I’m so grateful to Jennifer Rizzo Design for hosting this incredible Housewalk each year. It’s such a gift to be part of this talented group of women.
Next stop on the tour: Town and Country Living — you’re going to love it! To start from Day 1! Start at Jennifer’s blog!
I love your home and all the green accents. (I love green.) It’s just perfection and my favorite house tour so far. Thanks for the sweet reminder message at the beginning. I appreciate someone who gets a reader’s perspective. 🎄🎄🎄
Merry Christmas Lisa! I’m so happy you enjoyed it! Green is my favorite too!
Your outdoor fireplace is gorgeous – warm and cozy too! Love the Santa letters on the stairs. Such a clever idea. So fun being on the tour with you today!
Thank you Jennifer! Going over to see your home now! Can’t wait!
Wowza!!! Amazing Destiny!! That fireplace is incredible! You are such a talent and you give such wonderful ideas, always!! Happy holidays! Jen
You’ve outdone yourself! I think I need to come over and whip up a few batches of cookies for Santa and we can sit by that incredible outdoor fireplace!
Hi Destiny,
I love your style and enjoyed seeing your home! Thanks for sharing all your lovely holiday decor ideas with us!
Blown away! Absolutely GORGEOUS home. Thank you for sharing with us all… #swoonworthy
GAH!
The kitchen… those bar stools… the stairs, that DOOR.
Love it ALL.
Just loved it all!!!!
Happy Christmastime.
Your house is absolutely beautiful! Simply stunning! I loved every room 🙂 Thank you for sharing your source list too, i found several things I need for my home haha.
Destiny- everything is so beautiful. oh my…love that outdoor fireplace. i hope you guys get a chance to use it often. love the details, the santa lettering going up the stairs, the tree…everything. your home tour is always such a treat. happy holidays.
Everything is beautiful, warm and cozy! Your outdoor fireplace is gorgeous! Always love coming and visiting your home!
Your photography is so spot on. It just jumps out at you. I loved all the decor. As a blogger too it is important to show people that even at Christmas we probably use 80% of what we already had with maybe new ribbon and a couple of new pieces to add to our collections. So glad I got to see you do your thing.
Jenn
I just love everything about your home. Especially during the holidays! It makes my heart warm and fuzzy…I need the warmth too in cold Baltimore lol 🙂
so lovely ! I can’t deal with fire colors myself ( red, orange, yellow) I love the serenity of your calming colors and natural textures. Beautiful job.
laura
Over from Beneath My Heart and a first time for me. Your home and decor are exquisite. New follower here!
I knew from the teaser image I saw on instagram your home was going to be just my style! I love the black, white, and green scheme. Also love your message to the readers, it can be hard to feel like you need to constantly keep up as a design lover and even a blogger sometimes.
Destiny, this is awesome! I love your home and your elegant style. I will have to come back and look at it many more times. Do you always pick a color scheme and carry it through all the rooms? You have a great sense of style. Very pretty.
Thank you so much!
I loved your home! It looks sooo cozy! You have done such a good job making it all flow from room to room. Merry Christmas!
I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE your style and colors…..so fresh and well, just happy!
Your hunter greeen tree is stunning! Loved touring your beautiful home.
Thank you for sharing it with us. 🙂
Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family!
Destiny your home is beautiful! #goals! My favorite part was the letters on the stairs? Ihad to laugh at he chilly “77 degrees” comment bc I live in Florida. And I wish we had an outdoor fireplace for the three days of the year we could actually enjoy it! Happy new year to you and your family!
Everything is stunning! Where are the trio of white candle trees on your island in your kitchen from? Thank you!
Hello
Good share.
I think the great cccam are those from fishbone cloud
I would like to see more posts like this
Thanks
I love your style!! You are so cute. I saw you offer services; none of which are decorating…. if you ever consider branching out I am learning to put a house together now that our family should be done moving! (Too many military moves in a short time- I’m way out of touch with home decor…. all I know is I love your style!!) thank you for sharing and inspiring!! Have a wonderful day!