Get inspired to create a cozy farmhouse Christmas dining room with these rustic elegant decorating ideas. From table settings to mantels, find tips for a festive and inviting space.
Imagine your farmhouse dining room transformed into a winter wonderland this Christmas. Think weathered wood furniture, twinkling fairy lights, and the aroma of cinnamon and cranberries filling the air. It’s about slowing down, savoring the moment, and connecting with the people who matter most.
In this blog post, I’m sharing my favorite ideas for decorating your farmhouse dining room with rustic elegance. We’ll cover everything from table settings and centerpieces to lighting and mantel décor. So grab a cup of hot cocoa and get ready to be inspired!
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Finding the Farmhouse Style in My Dining Room
I love finding ways to bring rustic farmhouse style into my home, and the dining room is no exception. It’s been a fun journey blending the existing features with my love for this cozy aesthetic.
The room boasts a stunning crystal chandelier – a true showstopper! – which adds a touch of glamour to the space. I’ve been working on marrying this elegant element with more rustic pieces, like my dark, vintage china cabinet, to create a cohesive, “rustic glam” feel.
Deck the Walls (and Fountain!)
To add some farmhouse charm to the walls, I incorporated a thrifted mantel, which I refinished and decorated with festive greenery, battery-operated candles in vintage candleholders, rustic gold bells, and twinkling lights. A large vintage gold mirror hangs above the mantel, reflecting the sparkle of the chandelier and adding another layer of rustic elegance.
In a unique twist, I’ve also decorated a vintage wall fountain with with Christmas greenery, fairy lights, and these cute owls. It’s a fun and unexpected way to add a festive touch!
When I’m not decorating for Christmas, I keep it filled with faux greenery to warm up the wall space next to my china cabinet and hutch.
Thrifting and Treasure Hunting
One of my favorite ways to decorate is by thrifting! My dining table and chairs are a testament to this – I found the whole set for just $300! I plan to reupholster the chairs after the holidays with a lighter fabric to complement the room’s overall aesthetic. I might even strip the table down to the natural wood for a more weathered look.
Setting a Festive Farmhouse Table
When creating a cozy and festive farmhouse table for the holidays think through:
- Layering textures: I started with a cozy white tablecloth, layered with a jute table runner and a sheer white runner on top for added dimension.
- The centerpiece: The star of the show is a stunning arrangement of faux poinsettias. They look so realistic, and I love that they require zero maintenance!
- Creating a cohesive look: Each place setting features a cedar branch placemat, a gold charger, neutral Lenox dinner and salad plates, gold linen napkins, and a miniature wreath.
- Unique details: To hold the cutlery, I used cute little pouches – a charming and practical touch! And for a bit of sparkle, I included my grandmother’s lead crystal wine goblets.
Country Dining Room Decor Ideas: My Christmas Table Decorations
For our Christmas brunch, I envisioned a table setting that embraces neutral colors, rustic metals, and earthy elements. So I created this beautiful neutral, rustic elegant Christmas table focusing on gold, green, and white.
The overall look started with a cozy warm white tablecloth that I layered with a jute table runner and an airy warm white table runner on top. But that centerpiece is the thrill of the table because I found these GORGEOUS faux poinsettias at my local nursery and had to have them. Let me tell you, I searched high and low online and found nothing as realistic as these pretty beauties.
Of course, you can use live poinsettias too, but I want a set-and-forget centerpiece for the season on the table. One of the easiest ways to decorate the dining room is with a beautiful centerpiece. If you do nothing else, that centerpiece will make the dining space feel festive and cozy.
Since my personal style infuses a cottagecore approach with a farmhouse vibe, the table settings needed to reflect that style and create a cohesive, rustic elegant look. Each place setting is layered with this gorgeous cedar branch placemat, a gold charger, neutral Lenox dinner and salad plate, these beautiful gold linen napkins, and a miniature wreath.
To hold the cutlery, I love these cute pouches, don’t you? They are a unique way to pull the look together while adding more decorative elements to the table. And for extra bling, I used my grandmother’s lead crystal wine and water goblets.
Lighting the Way to Cozy
Lighting is key to creating a warm and inviting atmosphere in a farmhouse dining room. In addition to the chandelier, I added taper candles in vintage candlesticks, votive candles, and mini lanterns throughout the room.
Don’t Forget the Scents of the Season!
To truly capture the Christmas spirit, I’ll be filling the dining room with festive fragrances. Scented pinecone candles, a cinnamon and orange diffuser, and maybe even a simmering pot of cloves and cranberries on the stove will create a wonderfully aromatic experience.
Bringing the Outdoors In
Throughout the room, I’ve incorporated natural elements like pinecones, evergreen branches, and berries. These touches bring a bit of the outdoors in and enhance the rustic farmhouse vibe.
More About Decorating the Farmhouse Dining Room for Christmas
Thanks so much for dropping by my dining room today! I hope you got some fun ideas to decorate your home for the holidays.
What’s your dining room decorating style? Do you have any tips you’d like to share? I would love to know more in the comments below.
Thank you so much for following along.
Enjoy a beautiful day! xo
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