Guest Picks: Create a Warm and Cozy Holiday Entry
The following collection of items would create a warm and cozy holiday entryway. Many of the items are even neutral enough to leave up throughout the holidays and New Year’s! — Sarah from Cozy Cottage Cute
Use a textured metal pail or planter in lieu of the traditional Christmas tree stand. The diagonal stripes on this planter remind me of a candy cane, so it’s just perfect for the holidays.
Drape this whimsical pom-pom and bell garland around the tree. Then smile because it is adorable.
Hang lots and lots of rustic, wooden stars on the Christmas tree. The two-toned look of these ones add some extra visual interest.
Add a few pretty white ornaments for some contrast against the tree’s green boughs. This tiny cottage is a sweet choice.
Choose a few delicate white snowflake ornaments for additional contrast. Even if you take the tree down after Christmas, you can always hang the snowflakes in a window for the rest of the season.
Add one two more simple white decorations to the tree. I love the cutout on this tiny tree ornament.
A console table is a must-have in any entrance. While they normally store everyday items like mail and keys, use it for a one-of-a-kind Christmas display during the holidays.
Tuck this metal storage bin under a console table or bench. Its worn patina would contrast really nicely with a crisp white table. Fill it up with firewood or a stack of cozy blankets to grab when you come in from a winter walk.
Creamy cable-knit throws are both pretty and functional. Stack one, two or five in a pretty woven basket, or a rustic crate or box.
An oversize chalkboard is a versatile decorating piece for the holidays. Copy out your child’s Christmas list to Santa or a quote from a favorite Christmas book. Or keep things simple and draw a little snowman.
Use some ribbon to hang a large boxwood wreath, or several small wreaths, over a chalkboard or mirror. The bright green will really pop against an all-black or all-white background.
Place a rustic tray on a console table to house favorite ornaments, pinecones, vintage bells or Christmas cards from friends and family.
Don’t have time to scour antique markets for vintage bells? Pottery Barn has some rustic ones that look great in a tray, in a vase or scattered over your holiday table.
Create a pretty vignette with some burlap trees. Use one of each size all together, or choose one and layer it against other pretty display items.
These tiny lanterns are absolutely adorable. Line up an entire town along a table, windowsill or bench, or use just one to shine on its own.
I love these monochromatic nutcrackers. Why not have a few standing guard by your front door?
Stockings don’t need to be hung on a mantel or staircase railing. Tie this one around your front doorknob. Stuff it with cedar or evergreen branches for a touch of the outdoors.
This oversize bell would look really pretty hung in a doorway in place of traditional mistletoe. Or hang it on a door so that you can hear it ring every time a holiday guest arrives.
A white ceramic snowflake lantern is the final touch for a cozy entrance. Tuck a large one into an empty corner or hang a small one from a spare entry hook. All that’s missing is a pair of slippers and a mug of hot chocolate!Next: 4 Rustic, Romantic Christmas Ornaments to Craft in Minutes
Why not display a Christmas tree in your front, side or back entry to remind you of the holidays as soon as you walk in? Choose the size of your tree based on your entry’s dimensions: tiny entry, tiny tree; grand entry, extra large tree!
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