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Let’s Stay Home for Christmas Home Tour

November 27, 2017  Christmas | Christmas House Tours | Uncategorized

Let’s stay home for Christmas and welcome to my 7th annual Christmas home tour!

I’ve kept things much more simple this year and this may very well be my favorite Christmas tour ever.

Once again I’m part of Jennifer Rizzo’s Holiday Housewalk which means all week long you can hop from blog to blog to see some amazing homes all decked out in their holiday finery. The tour begins at Jen’s house so don’t miss it.

Jennifer Rizzo Holiday House Walk kellyelko.com

Full source list at the end of this post!

Don’t miss the tour before mine from Shades of Blue Interiors.

Holiday House Walk Shades of Blue Interiors

Enough chit chat, come on in!

Christmas Decorating Home Tour - tons of creative decorating ideas kellyelko.com

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It’s fun to get creative with a new mantel every year.

Christmas Home Tour - love the Scandinavian style mantel kellyelko.com

I’m in love with my Scandinavian inspired mantel that includes a little gnome (it’s a cookie jar!) in a snowy forest.

Christmas Home Tour - love this Scandinavian style mantel with huge chalkboard and pom pom stockings kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love this mantel with gnome and pom pom stockings kellyelko.com

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Christmas Home Tour - love this little feather tree kellyelko.com

The key to creating the perfect fairy jar are these battery operated copper fairy lights! Hide the battery pack under some snow (salt) and use the remote to turn on and off plus I love the 8 settings so I can have them twinkle, fade, etc. You’ll notice them sprinkled throughout my house (even on the mantel).

Christmas Home Tour - love this snowy scene in a jar of fairy lights kellyelko.com

I wanted to go simple and the thought of lugging up bins and bins of ornaments was exhausting so I just wrapped some pom pom ribbon I found at HomeGoods around the tree and called it a day …

that is until one of my daughter’s demanded we hang our family ornaments so it looks like those bins will be coming out after all.

A furry throw makes the perfect snowy tree skirt.

Christmas Home Tour - love this tree with pom pom garland and fur tree skirt kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love this cute little Santa kellyelko.com

Because it’s all about the pom pom. I layered two of these cute pom pom garlands over regular faux garland.

Christmas Home Tour - love this banister with pom pom garland kellyelko.com
Christmas Home Tour - love this foyer with pom pom garland kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love these cute mercury glass snowmen kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love this festive foyer with mercury glass snowmen kellyelko.com

My girls old ice skates they’ve long since outgrown (sob).

Christmas Home Tour - love this basket filled with ice skates kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - what a gorgeous tree filled with vintage ornaments kellyelko.com

I found these amazing faux Christmas trees that have room between the branches for showing off my vintage collection of Shiny Brites.

Christmas Home Tour - love the pair of Christmas trees in the dining room kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love the wall of paper snowflakes kellyelko.com

These cedar placemats make the table and I love them paired with my black and white plates.

Christmas Home Tour - love these cedar placemats! kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love this table setting with cedar placemats! kellyelko.com

Christmas Home Tour - love these trees with vintage Shiny Brite ornaments kellyelko.com

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This is where the magic happens. By magic, I mean this is where we binge watch the Hallmark Christmas channel while propping our feet on my favorite leather ottoman from Article.

Christmas Home Tour - love this sectional sofa with fun pillows and the paper star in the window kellyelko.com

More fairy lights light up a jar of vintage Christmas bulbs.

Christmas Home Tour - love the jar of vintage bulbs with copper fairy lights kellyelko.com

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Christmas in the Kitchen kellyelko.com

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See more of my Christmas kitchen HERE.

Christmas Home Tour - love these mini trees in bowls! kellyelko.com

I’ll be back to share more of my Christmas home soon.

Next stop on the Holiday House Walk is Dear Lillie.

Dear Lillie Holiday House Walk Christmas Tour

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Source List

Living Room 
Gnome Cookie Jar
Wooden Trees on Mantel
Stockings
Capiz Shell Chandelier
Blue Sofa – Article
Teddy Bear Chair
Blue Velvet Chair – vintage
Rug – Sisal Rugs Direct
Christmas Tree – Balsam Hill
HomeGoods – Feather Trees, Red Throw,

Foyer 
Pom Pom Garland
HomeGoods – Mercury Glass Snowmen

Dining Room
Rope Chairs
Pieced Cowhide Rug
Cedar Placemats
Black and White Christmas Plates
Paper Snowflakes
Christmas Trees
HomeGoods – Red Polka Dot Plates, Tree Skirts (tablecloths), Napkins

Family Room
Sectional Sofa
Ottoman – Article
Dog Pillow
HomeGoods – Rug, Red and Gray Pillows, Tray on Ottoman, Bowls

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  1. Pat Schwab

    November 27, 2017 at 6:21 am

    Kelly, I love the decorations. The pompoms ribbon as garland is so adorable. Pat S

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      Thanks so much Pat and I hope you have a very merry Christmas!

      Reply
  2. Annette

    November 27, 2017 at 6:36 am

    Love it all and the squirrel is darling!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:44 pm

      Thank you Annette and hope you and your family have a happy holiday season!

      Reply
  3. laura janning

    November 27, 2017 at 8:07 am

    love the holiday vibe in your gorgeous home this year. i can’t get enough of the pom poms on your banister. I’m with the girls….get those ornaments out!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:43 pm

      LOL – I think I’ll let them handle the tree decorations this year, I need a nap!

      Reply
  4. Lisa Mothersead

    November 27, 2017 at 8:43 am

    It’s beautiful and fun and nostalgic and wonderful. Good job!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:43 pm

      Thanks so much Lisa and wishing you a very merry Christmas!

      Reply
  5. Jennifer @ Town and Country Living

    November 27, 2017 at 9:26 am

    Kelly, you always have such a whimsical and beautiful Christmas home. I would love to spend the holiday at your house – it’s the perfect gathering place. Two trees in the dining room? Love it! All your details – like the letter to Santa in the typewriter – are so charming and creative. Thanks for another beautiful and fun tour. I know I’m always going to see something different in your holiday tour.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:43 pm

      Come on over Jennifer I’ll have the wine chilling!

      Reply
  6. Kelly Lewis

    November 27, 2017 at 10:34 am

    Wonderful! Crisp and festive. How did you make the framed black backing on the mantel? Thank you.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 3:28 pm

      Thanks Kelly! That is a vintage chalkboard I got for free at a garage sale!

      Reply
  7. liz

    November 27, 2017 at 10:40 am

    Oh my gosh, where do I begin? I am in love with your dining room – those trees and vintage ornaments, the table settings – wow, I love every bit of it. All of your charming details – letter in the typewriter, fairy lights under cloches, trees in measuring cups, just make your home absolutely delightful for Christmas!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:42 pm

      Wow thanks so much Liz! I had fun decorating but now I need a nap!

      Reply
  8. Marlene Stephenson

    November 27, 2017 at 10:53 am

    I never know what to expect but, its always so wonderful and magical.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:42 pm

      I never know what to expect myself Marlene! Hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  9. Rachel

    November 27, 2017 at 10:54 am

    Your fireplace/mantel is so perfect. Love the stockings and the cute wooden trees, and I’m so jealous of that fire! Beautiful tour!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:41 pm

      Thanks so much Rachel – I do love sitting by that fire! Wishing you the merriest of Christmases!

      Reply
  10. Teresa

    November 27, 2017 at 11:39 am

    Love it all…but your dining room decked out in all its Christmas finery is my favorite!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:41 pm

      Thanks Teresa – now I just need to cook something so we can eat in there!

      Reply
  11. Dawn F

    November 27, 2017 at 11:51 am

    Looks fabulous! My boxes have made it out of the attic and into the garage – progress! My house gets cleaned tomorrow (spoiled!) and THEN I’ll decorate. I bought two of those gnomes thanks to you! – one for me and one for my sister.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:41 pm

      Oh how fun Dawn – I love that little gnome and hope you and your sis enjoy yours too!

      Reply
  12. Kristy Rayment

    November 27, 2017 at 1:23 pm

    Always hitting it out of the park Kelly

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:40 pm

      Thanks Kristy – now I need a glass of two of wine – cheers!

      Reply
  13. kristin salazar

    November 27, 2017 at 1:52 pm

    Everything is so pretty!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:40 pm

      Thanks my friend and hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  14. Angela Coulopoulos

    November 27, 2017 at 3:12 pm

    I’m always inspired by your home tours and your creativity. I love it all! Merry Christmas!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:40 pm

      Thanks so much Angela and Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  15. Doreen @ Hymns and Verses

    November 27, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    I absolutely love, love, love all three of your trees! The two with the Shiny Brites are stunning! And, the other with the simple pom pom garland really shows off the beauty of the tree! Happy Christmas to you, Kelly!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      Wishing you the merriest of Christmases Doreen!

      Reply
  16. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces

    November 27, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    Your Christmas decor is so lovely, Kelly…I am in love with your whimsical mantel! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      Thanks so much Linda and I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas!

      Reply
  17. Lucy AKINS

    November 27, 2017 at 4:38 pm

    Love the red. It’ s festive. My favourite is the way you set up the two trees in the dining room. So good..xo

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:39 pm

      Thank you Lucy! You know us bloggers like our Christmas trees!

      Reply
  18. Louisa

    November 27, 2017 at 4:58 pm

    Kelley, I look forward to this tour every year and this year did not disappoint one bit! Your colorful Christmas decor and mix of old new really speaks to me! Everything looks gorgeous!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 27, 2017 at 7:38 pm

      You’re too kind Louisa! Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  19. Shannon Fox

    November 27, 2017 at 7:56 pm

    You are killing me with the double trees in the dining room.
    GAH!!!! Amazingly perfect.

    Happy Christmas ~ Luv Shan

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 28, 2017 at 10:48 am

      The dining room is my favorite thing this Christmas! Cheers Shannon

      Reply
  20. Deedee Geen

    November 27, 2017 at 8:41 pm

    I love seeing your home tours!!! Love your style ! Happy Holidays!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 28, 2017 at 10:48 am

      Thanks so much Deedee and wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  21. Sarah

    November 28, 2017 at 1:02 am

    Love it all, Kelly – as usual! The Shiny Brite trees are just perfect!
    But where is Sushi’s stocking this year? She’s been a good girl!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 28, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Don’t worry, her stocking is hung by the Christmas tree! I’ll be sharing more pics soon!

      Reply
  22. Jennifer Rizzo

    November 28, 2017 at 1:08 am

    I adore all of the pom poms and the fun holiday touches!! Thank you so much for being a part of the tour!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 28, 2017 at 10:49 am

      Thanks Jen – thanks for letting me be part of this amazing tour once again and Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  23. Bliss

    November 28, 2017 at 6:26 am

    Well you did simple its justice, i love it all. Must have the white tree skirt, the pom poms!!!!, and the silver snowmen. Please. And my daughter collects gnomes. Right now all I’ve got to trade are tickets to Disney World for tomorrow, but you could also buy a small island with the price of those.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 28, 2017 at 10:50 am

      Since I just got back from Universal, I think I’m Florida-ed out! But enjoy a Mickey shaped ice cream for me!!

      Reply
  24. Erin m

    November 28, 2017 at 8:56 pm

    Love the Christmas trees in the dining room. The link isn’t working for some reason, can you just let me know which store and I’ll search for it? Thanks!! Love the tour!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 29, 2017 at 8:36 am

      Hi Erin – here is the unlighted tree (the ones I have): http://rstyle.me/~abnwM and the prelit version: http://rstyle.me/n/cuks5mx9yw

      Reply
  25. Vel

    November 28, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    Time and time again, your home is filled with inspiration for my cute Christmas decorations! Love it all Kelly and I agree your dining room is just fantastic this year! Love all the details and the simplicity of your trees too! So laid-back this year without compromising style!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 29, 2017 at 8:38 am

      Thanks Vel – now to get rid of the 100 Christmas bins in my basement!

      Reply
  26. judy h.

    November 29, 2017 at 1:58 am

    I love your white lights and pom pom ribbon tree, it’s so magical in its thoughtful simplicity. I have been having the very same weary feelings about not wanting to carry the huge bins of ornaments upstairs! I’d love to do something like your tree, but I would NEVER get away with it; my husband loves Christmas decorations more than a 5-year-old. Your red and white pom pom garland is perfect with all of your other red, white and shiny decor. Those two silver snowmen are CHARMING!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 29, 2017 at 8:39 am

      Thank you Judy! My daughter is insisting we add ornaments to the tree so I will be lugging a few more bins up! Merry Christmas!

      Reply
  27. Julie Vasquez

    November 30, 2017 at 10:48 am

    Oh my, fabulous, yet comfy!

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 30, 2017 at 1:45 pm

      Thanks so much Julie!

      Reply
  28. Cindy

    November 30, 2017 at 3:35 pm

    Kelly.

    Your home is beautiful. What paint color is used in the foyer.

    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 1, 2017 at 8:19 am

      Thanks Cindy – I recently repainted most of my downstairs to Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray 🙂

      Reply
  29. Mindy Northrop

    December 3, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    Hands down, my favorite Christmas tour this year. Everything is absolutely beautiful. I’m dying over the dining room trees.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 5, 2017 at 10:09 am

      Wow thank you so much Mindy! I may leave those trees up all year long 🙂

      Reply
  30. [email protected]

    December 5, 2017 at 9:57 pm

    Love it Kelly! And I must have that little wooden Christmas tree on your mantel.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      December 6, 2017 at 4:57 pm

      Aren’t they the cutest! Merry Christmas Julia!

      Reply
  31. Mary

    November 24, 2018 at 8:42 pm

    Once again I love your holiday decor! I purchased the faux greenery place mats last year after seeing them on your holiday table. Love them! Would you mind sharing the paint color in your living room? Our house was built in 1895 and it would be perfect in our living room.

    Reply
    • Kelly Elko

      November 25, 2018 at 8:29 am

      Hi Mary – the paint is Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray. Try a sample first as paint looks different in every space. Good luck!

      Reply
  32. Debbie Garrison

    December 2, 2018 at 10:48 am

    Ok I see you drew that just beautiful
    Love the gnomes

    Reply

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