There's something special about a home that makes you feel welcome the moment you walk through the door. And if you've ever seen Rachel's home at @scenicway_farmhouse, you know exactly what we mean!
We absolutely love working with Rachel... she's easygoing, creative, always up for a collaboration, and full of fun DIY ideas. But what we love most is how she makes her home feel so warm, collected, and livable. It's beautifully decorated without ever feeling too perfect or untouchable (especially important with kids in the house). The kind of place where you'd want to pull up a chair and stay awhile.
And really, isn't that what the art of hosting is all about?
This holiday season, we're taking inspiration from Rachel and embracing a trend we can't get enough of: the return of timeless, old-world Christmas decor and holiday hosting.
The Return of Timeless Christmas Decor, What Does That Mean?
When we think of timeless Christmas decor, we think of rich burgundy, forest green, traditional plaid, vintage-inspired accents, and rooms filled with warm candlelight. The kind of Christmas decorations that feel collected over generations, not purchased in bulk. It's nostalgic, elegant, and just the right amount of fancy.
And the best part? You don't need a grand estate, a formal dining room, or an unlimited decorating budget to create that feeling.
The secret is layering meaningful details (think photos and items passed down from your parents and grandparents), new finds, and choosing affordable home decor that brings warmth and character to your space.
Here are a few of our favorite ways to bring this classic holiday hosting trend home!
1. Welcome Guests with Classic Christmas Decorations
The art of holiday hosting begins at the front door!
We're loving the return of traditional plaid for Christmas, and our Oversized Tartan Plaid Wire-Frame Bow is such a simple way to embrace the trend. It's classic, festive, and adds some old-fashioned Christmas feeling to your entryway (or other spaces in your home).
Pair it with greenery, a wreath, or a few vintage-inspired Christmas decorations by your front door to create a welcoming entrance that feels thoughtfully decorated without being overdone.
Styling Tip: You can also use our Plaid Door Bow on a door inside, the back of a chair, or even around the neck of a floor lamp like Rachel did (see below).
2. Create a Christmas Tablescape That Tells a Story
There's something about a beautifully set table that makes even a simple gathering feel special.
Start with our Festive Woven Holiday Table Runner as a base. Then layer in your chargers, candles and holders, everyday dishes, favorite serving pieces, silverware, napkins, and a little greenery with berries.
The secret to that collected, old-world look... everything doesn't need to match!
Mix inherited pieces with newer finds. Bring out Grandma's serving dish. Use those candlesticks you've had forever.
And don't forget a little personality! Our Hand-Forged Deer Silhouette Wine Bottle Holder is a fun addition to your holiday hosting setup. It's functional, festive, and definitely a natural conversation starter.
3. Add Warmth with Cozy Christmas Lighting
If there's one home decor detail that can instantly make a space feel cozy, it's lighting.
Our Tole Acanthus Leaf Candle Sconces, Set of 2 brings that timeless candlelit charm without the worry of an open flame. Style them with a red bow (like Rachel), greenery and/or vintage-inspired accents to create elegant focal points on your wall.
We especially love layering different sources of soft light throughout your entertaining spaces.
Think glowing sconces, a few candles on the table, and the gentle twinkle of Christmas lights from your tree in the background.
It's a simple, affordable way to make your holiday gatherings feel warm with a hint of holiday magic.
4. Bring Back Nostalgic, Vintage-Inspired Christmas Decor
One of our favorite things about traditional Christmas decorating is that it celebrates pieces that have a story. Decorations that remind you of childhood Christmases or something you might discover tucked away in your grandmother's attic.
Our Victorian Christmas Medallion Plaque, Choose Your Style capture that nostalgic feeling beautifully.
Incorporate them into a festive vignette in your entryway (see Rachel's inspiration below) with a console table below decorated with greenery and other collected treasures.
And don't be afraid to add a handmade touch! That's something Rachel does so well... she laid some greenery on the top to help those bows pop!
5. Remember What Holiday Hosting Is Really About
Here's the thing about the art of hosting: It's not actually about having the perfect table or the most beautifully decorated home... it's about how people feel when they're there and the memories you create together.
That's one of the reasons we love Rachel's style so much. Her home feels thoughtfully decorated but genuinely lived in. It's a beautiful reminder that elegance and comfort can absolutely go hand in hand.
So bring out grandma's dishes, light the candles, add a little plaid, and mix in your favorite vintage treasures. And, most importantly, enjoy the people gathered around your table.
Shop Affordable Holiday Hosting Decor at Decor Steals
Ready to bring a little of this old-world Christmas charm into your own home? We've pulled together some of our favorite timeless Christmas decor and holiday hosting finds for today's daily deals!
Think classic plaid, vintage-inspired Christmas decorations, charming table accents, and cozy candlelight. The little details that make your home feel extra special when friends and family come over.
And here's the best part: creating a beautiful, welcoming home doesn't have to cost a fortune. We're all about creating and finding unique, affordable home decor at honest prices, so you can spend a little less on decorating and a little more on making memories.
Take a peek at today's holiday hosting steals! These deals go live at 10 AM ET and are featured for just 24 hours, with limited quantities available. So if something catches your eye, don't wait too long!
A special thank you to Rachel at @scenicway_farmhouse for sharing her creativity, beautiful home, and endless inspiration with our Decor Steals family. We always love seeing what she dreams up next!
