Sharing a metallic Christmas home tour 2021 with fresh winter green’s and whites mixed in.
Friends this is a long one today so I hope you bare with me. I generally break up my Christmas home tour posts by room but I am late this year getting this out so I put it all together in one post this time. I also have broken it up into sections to make it easier to get through.
So welcome to my Full Christmas Home Tour!
This year I went with a more modern color palette of bronze and gold metallics that I carried through each space. I opted for a new tree this year (that isn’t flocked) and I love the fresh look it gave me Christmas decor.
If you would like a look back at some of my other holiday home tours then check these out.
Christmas Decor and Home Tour Posts:
Get even more inspiration in some of these past posts.
- Blue + White Christmas Home Tour
- Winter Green Christmas Home Tour
- Cozy Christmas Home Tour
- How to Decorate A Christmas Tree
- How to Hang Garland Without Damaging Your Mantle
- Blue and White Christmas Porch
- Cozy Christmas Home Tour
- Classic Red and Green Christmas Porch
With that said, let me walk you through each of the spaces in my home.
Quick Glance
- A consistent metallic palette, specifically bronze and gold, ties every room together without making the whole house feel matchy-matchy.
- Fresh eucalyptus and cedar garland layers create a realistic, lush look that plain garland alone can’t match.
- Mini wreaths on barstools are one of the easiest, lowest-commitment Christmas kitchen upgrades you can do.
- Stairway garland attached with zip ties and finished with ribbon gives a polished look without damaging your walls or railings.
- Keeping the dining table mostly clear through the season and saving a full spread for Christmas Day is a practical move that reduces daily stress.
- Swapping in a non-flocked tree can completely refresh the feel of your living room Christmas decor without a major overhaul.
Christmas Entryway:
My entryway has been made over a dozen times it seems but one of my most recent updates is this slim modern table.
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I kept our large oversized grid mirror and olive branch tree that I typically always have here and just updated the table decor and some fresh pillows.
Source List: Entry Table | Mirror | Black and White Striped Rug | Olive Tree | White Pot | Basket | Green Pom Pom Pillow | White Dipped Vase | Juniper Stems
This olive tree is one of my favorites and I have it also (not during the Christmas season) in our living room too. I love the height and the branches look very realistic.
I am the pillow queen and never can have enough! I am obsessed with this green pom pom pillow and have it in another spot too (see below!).
I lined my stairway with garland this year which I have never done and love it! I used this eucalyptus one and this cedar one. I added the cedar one first and attached them with zip ties and then added the eucalyptus one and wrapped it around the cedar one. Then I tied ribbons where the zip ties were for a color pop.
Our entry is small but I love the warm glow it has with all the metallic Christmas pieces.
Christmas Kitchen:
I typically don’t add too much to the kitchen area since I need as much prep space as I can get with cooking, homework central, etc.
My favorite thing to do is add mini wreaths to our barstools every year. These are adorable and come in a set of 3. For a little added flair I added some cream ribbon and copper ribbon.
Source List: Barstools | Mini Wreaths | Copper Ribbon | Cream Ribbon
I attached these using floral wire and threaded them through the other side of the barstool, and then twisted the ends together to secure. So simple and doesn’t damage the barstools.
I generally add a wreath to my hood every year and love to keep it simple with just that and a pretty winter floral arrangement on the stove when we are not using it.
I always have my cooking oils and utensils on both sides of my stove for easy access and added a cute little pine tree.
We love advent calendars. I mean we have a minimum of 3 in the house at this time of year. This one is my favorite though and I got it a few years ago at Target.
My grandmother always had candy dishes around and I love to have some vintage candy compotes with Christmas candy at this time of year.
I also love to have my cookbooks out that I use regularly and these are my current favorites. You can check out more of my favorites HERE.
I usually use this large white bowl for fruit but added a plain green garland and some Christmas balls for a festive look.
I recently added this marble tray from my new online shop and it seriously is the best thing to corral all my things here and keep it neat and tidy.
This is a new rattan vase that will be in the shop soon too! I just filled it with some faux eucalyptus leaves.
Source List: Marble Tray | Rattan Pitcher | Scrub Brush with White Bowl | Faux Eucalyptus Leaves
This has easily become over the years one of our most used spots. I love having a bench here in the kitchen area. I updated it with some cozy pillows and draped a juniper garland between the sconces.
Source List: Blue Pillow | Cream Tree Pillow | Green Pom Pom Pillow | Cream Tassel Pillow | Joy Pillow
Can you see someone hiding up at the top? That is our elf Sparkle!
So it makes it easier for you to shop, I have broken these into sections and then have it all recapped at the bottom of the post.
Christmas Dining Room:
Our dining space is actually our breakfast room but we use it more like a dining room instead since we have such a large kitchen counter that we eat at most of the time.
When Christmas rolls around I will do a big Christmas spread but for most of the season we keep this table cleared with just this marble lazy susan, ginger jar with juniper leaves and some white candlesticks.
Source List: Blue and White Drapes | Bamboo Shades | White Chandelier | Dining Table (similar) | White Chairs (similar) | Upholstered Wing Chairs (similar) | Coral Area Rug | White Ginger Jar | Juniper Stems | White Candlesticks
I thought it would be fun to add some citrus accents to this space so I placed these dried orange slices into the arrangement. I love the pop of color!
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I used these mini juniper wreaths from last year and tied them with floral wire to our bamboo shades. They look so cute and are the perfect holiday touch to the windows.
Christmas Living Room:
Our living room is definitely the most decorated space in our home.
Garland is a must in my book for your mantle and I shared this super easy tutorial on how to hang garland damage-free so you won’t ruin your mantle.
This year I used 2 garland types and 4 total garlands. I think it makes it look fuller and I love the variety of greenery.
Source List: Juniper Garland | Cedar Garland | Cream Ribbon | Copper Ribbon | Gold Bells (similar) | Chunky Knit Stocking | Pom Pom Stocking (similar) | Baskets | Tassel Blanket | Birch Logs | Gold Candlesticks | Gold Metal Trees | Mercury Glass Trees (similar) | Mirror | Black Sconces
I add to my stocking collection each year so they are unique looking. I got these pom pom ones a few years ago (similar here) and got these chunky knit ones this year.
I also tied coordinating ribbons from the entryway and Christmas tree to the sides of my mantle garland and tucked in some strands of bells that I have had for years.
I also love to collect different types of small tabletop trees. These metal trees come in 2 sizes but run and see if you can still get them. I think they will go fast!
I mixed in some of my affordable gold candlesticks and that was it!
Okay on to the Christmas tree!
Source List: Navy Sofa (similar) | Marble Coffe Table | Marble Side Table | Round Table Lamp | Birch Tree | Bottle Brush Trees | Round Beaded Wood Tray | Christmas Tree | Gold Star Tree Topper | Gold/Bronze Ornaments | Cream Ribbon | Copper Ribbon | Bamboo Shades | Tan Plaid Pillow | Cream Tree Pillow | Green Stripe Pillow | Leather Ottomans
So I wanted to give you as many sources as possible for this tree so you can get a look very similar. It is always so hard because I collect ornaments over the years and generally I can not find the same ones but I can get close.
Last year I shared how I layer in my tree decor so if you want tips on how to style a Christmas tree then make sure to check it out!
Source List: Christmas Tree | Gold Glitter Star Tree Topper | Cream Ribbon | Copper Ribbon | Metallic Ornament Set | Gold Mesh Ribbon | Glitter Ball Ornaments | Large White Glitter Balls | Gold Berry Spray (similar) | White Poinsettia Spray | Gold Boxes
I use these white and gold boxes every year and typically they have them every year if you are looking for a few, I love to have them under my tree until I start putting the real wrapped presents underneath.
Next, I love good chunky knit pillows at this time of year and I found some good ones this year like these ones I put on our side chairs. I love the boxy pattern.
All of these are so cozy and I love that they add more texture and cool winter style so they can transition well into when the holiday season is over.
Source List: Blue Sofa (similar) | Linen Textured Pillows | Green Stripe Pillows | Cream Tree Pillow | Tan Plaid Pillow
Source List: Round Wood Tray | Birch Trees (similar) | Gold Glitter Bottle Brush Trees | White Bottle Brush Tree | Frasier Fir Candle
We have some amazing affordable decor pieces coming to our shop and this wood beaded tray and wood chain links are some of the ones coming soon.
Since the living room, kitchen and breakfast room are so open to each other that it is important to make the room’s color schemes flow together as you can see.
I have this little corner to the right of the TV where I have a rattan bar cart sitting. I use it for drinks when I am entertaining but otherwise, I keep it simple with a tray, some trees, and a candle.
Source List: Rattan Cart | White Pitcher | Juniper Picks | Frasier Fir Candle | White and Gold Beaded Tree (similar) | Birch Tree (similar) | Blue and White Tray | Blue and White Vase (vintage)
Things to Know
- Metallic Christmas decor commonly uses gold, silver, bronze, champagne, or copper tones to create an elegant and festive look.
- Mixing different metallic finishes can add depth, especially when matte, shiny, glittered, and brushed surfaces are used together.
- Neutral colors such as white, cream, beige, gray, and black can help metallic decorations stand out without making rooms feel overly busy.
- Metallic accents can be carried throughout the home using ornaments, ribbons, candle holders, tableware, garlands, wreaths, and decorative objects.
- Christmas tree decorations often establish the main metallic color palette that can then be repeated throughout surrounding rooms.
- Warm and cool metallics create different effects, with gold and copper feeling warmer while silver and platinum create a cooler appearance.
- Lighting can noticeably change how metallic decorations appear because reflective finishes interact with Christmas lights, candles, and natural light.
- Repeating similar metallic tones in different rooms can help create a consistent Christmas theme throughout the entire home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What color palette was used in the Christmas home tour 2021?
The palette centered on bronze and gold metallics layered with fresh winter greens and crisp whites throughout every room. The greenery and white accents balanced the warm metallic tones and kept the overall look cohesive.
How do you attach stairway garland without damaging the railing?
Use zip ties to secure the base garland, then wrap a second garland over the top and tie ribbon over each zip tie to hide the hardware. This method keeps the garland secure while concealing the attachment points for a cleaner finish.
What is the easiest way to add Christmas decor to a kitchen without losing counter space?
Mini wreaths on barstools and a single wreath on the range hood give you maximum visual impact without touching a single inch of prep space. Coordinating ribbon can connect these decorations with the Christmas color palette used throughout the home.
How do you layer two types of garland for a more realistic look?
Start with a cedar garland as your base layer, attach it securely, then wrap a eucalyptus garland loosely around it for texture and depth. The combination creates a fuller appearance while adding variation in texture and shape.
How do you keep a dining table usable during the Christmas season while still making it look festive?
Keep the everyday table setting minimal with just a lazy susan, a ginger jar with greenery, and a couple of candlesticks, then save the full decorative spread for Christmas Day itself. This keeps the table functional throughout December while still giving the dining area a festive look.
And that’s it my friends! If you made it this far then you are amazing because this was one of my longest posts ever! But I wanted you to get all the inspiration you could and see all the little details that can get lost in the larger pulled back room shot photos.
You can shop all my holiday decor below!
For sources for the main pieces of furniture, you can check out this page for all the details.
Christmas Decor and Home Tour Posts:
Get even more inspiration in some of these past posts.
- Blue + White Christmas Home Tour
- Winter Green Christmas Home Tour
- Cozy Christmas Home Tour
- How to Decorate A Christmas Tree
- How to Hang Garland Without Damaging Your Mantle
- Blue and White Christmas Porch
- Cozy Christmas Home Tour
- Classic Red and Green Christmas Porch
