So what I want to convey in this post is that it doesn't have to be expensive to be fabulous. That is one of the principles that NeSt stands on with the furniture I do, and the same goes for Christmas décor. If you are into all things Rustic and Chic like me, you can do this on a very small budget with a little creativity.
I have loved these burlap pillows with the Christmas stuff stamped on them. Of course you can hop on over to ETSY and buy you some, and support a small business while you're at it. But, if you are low on funds and want to try it yourself, its as simple as tracing some stencils in fabric paint onto a pillow that you either make or buy. I've done this before and it turned out super cute. I also want to note all the plaid touches in this pic are as simple as going to the good ole Hob Lob and having them cut you off a yard or two of flannel fabric in a plaid that you love and hanging it over the chair or down the middle as a table runner. You don't even have to finish off the edges. Unfinished stringy edges is part of the charm if you ask me. I'm a little quirky though, so feel free to get some stitch witch if those kinds of things bother you.
The shutters in the back ground can be found at garage sales easily and just need a quick coat of paint and some light sanding to be rustic, shabby, and add tons of texture.
Photo: celebratingeverydaylife.com
This wreath is so cute and very Pottery Barn. In fact, I believe the tree in Pottery Barn has this very jute ribbon on the top of it this year. I'm here to tell you a little secret. This ribbon is sold at Hob Lob and Walmart for $3 a spool. The wreath from underneath it cost no more than $1.50 at Hobby Lobby. Its super cheap ya'll, and super cute! Who knew Pottery Barn shopped at Walmart to stage their photos.
Photo: hometalk.com
I'm dying to do this for my house someday. I planned on it this year, but you lovely folks are keeping me beyond busy with furniture orders so I just haven't found the time. Its literally just a big piece of plywood painted on and beat up. Love everything about it! That little tree can be found at Home Depot and the galvanized metal bucket it is in can be found at any local feed store for next to nothing. Perfection!
Photo: salvagesecretsblog.com
This is one of my favorites. Its a tomato
thingy!!!! Duh! Wrapped in lights galore and adorable! So inexpensive and so easy! Sooooo much cuter than the ones you can buy.
Photo: nedesignbuild.com
Sprigs of rosemary, bought at your grocer, and little tags from Hob Lob off the office supplies aisle. Genius, rustic cuteness at its best! I'm totally doing this one this year. I just love it! It probably smells pretty amazing as well under your tree. BONUS!
This sign on the mantel is so cute and can be made out of left over fence post. Just use a simple saw to even up the edges, liquid nails to hold it all together and some red acrylic paint with you best handwriting to do the rest. I love it!
Photo: notmyownlife.BlogSpot.com
The next several are just little easy to print sheets that I print out on a color printer and just stick in frames that I already have out with family in them. I just cover the pic with this sheet of paper and wa la! Christmas décor. I've done each of these in my home and I love them. Just save the pics to your computer and print from there.
Photo: rambling renovators
Photo: sycamorestreetpress.com
This one is fun for the kiddos because they can add a cotton ball to t
he day and complete Santa's beard as Christmas get's closer. Sometimes something as simple as this can calm the anxiety and excitement that they feel trying to wait patiently for the day when the bearded man comes.
Photo: invitingprintables.blogspot.com
I hope you enjoyed all of my inexpensive ideas for decking the halls this Christmas. Now, go feather your NeSt!
Thanks for stopping by.
-B-
