60 Farmhouse Christmas Décor Ideas for Your Southern Home
While some spend the holidays jetting to tropical escapes far away, Southerners love nothing more than staying a little closer to home and having themselves a cozy Christmas in the country. This season, bring farmhouse charm with a touch of holiday spirit with these country Christmas decorations that add enough festive character to make an old clapboard farmhouse sing—well, sing carols.
Think all the rustic charm with details like magnolia wreaths, ornament-adorned antlers, clove-studded oranges, and pheasant-feathered mantels—topped with layers of lush garland and holiday greenery, of course. Don't forget to adorn your outside spaces, as well. From mailbox toppers to festive entryways, we have all the tricks to welcome your guests in style.
These are just a few of the farmhouse Christmas décor ideas we love for the holiday season. Bring a little country charm to every corner of your home with these timeless Southern accents. So kick your feet up and get comfy by the fire—your farmhouse is about to get festive.
Farmhouse Christmas Décor Ideas for Your Southern Home
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Country Curb Appeal
An old, bright-white clapboard farmhouse doesn't need much to look absolutely charming. Wispy pine garland pops on the white exterior.
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Simple Entryway
Less is more in this eclectic farmhouse. Simple garland draped around the handrail sets the tone for a cozy Christmas.
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Dapper Deer
From the wall display of silver plates to the ornament-adorned deer trophy, this farmhouse makes tradition and rustic appeal the clear centerpiece of holiday decor.
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Pops of Christmas Color
Dress up an all-white space with an oversize magnolia garland and a row of adorable mini trees. Fresh green apples tucked into the mantel decor add pops of seasonal color.
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Classic Magnolia Wreaths
A little plaid goes a long way. Add a pop of color to a classic magnolia wreath with festive Christmas ribbon.
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Miniature Christmas Tree
An adorably miniature Christmas tree on the porch? We'll take two. Give it a rustic finish with burlap ribbon and pinecones.
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Picture-Perfect Gallery Wall
Instead of draping garland across the furniture, go high and add boughs of cedar to the tops of artwork. If you have an existing gallery wall or a collection of family photographs, you can dress up the display with boughs of cedar and bright red ribbon sashes.
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Gentlemans' Bar Cart
During the season of holiday parties, the bar cart is a bit of a hot spot. Accentuate the masculine space with a simple boxwood wreath and skinny ivory ribbon.
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Festive Touches
Throw symmetry out the window! This deer trophy looks like it caught this string of pom-pom garland on the fly, making it all the more interesting.
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Breezy Olive Branch Garland
An olive branch garland is fresh, airy, and modern. For a full wreath, wire a slightly smaller form inside the larger one. Cover with bay leaves, olive branches, and silver dollar eucalyptus.
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Naturally Foraged Tree
Take a petite tree (cypress seen here) to new heights by placing the stand in a rust planter and detailing the tree with natural wonders like clove-studded oranges, dried orange rounds, pheasant feathers, pine cones, and red berries.
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Magnolia Swag
Magnolia leaves are a Southern favorite at Christmas, and this bundle adds a subtle touch of spirit to classic buffalo check bedding.
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Antler Accents
This fireplace decor is deliberately free of any ribbons or glitz. A large pair of naturally shed elk antlers and simple Fraser fir garland frames a portrait of the owner's father, making it quite the authentic picture of Christmas at the farmhouse.
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Bright Satsumas
Satsumas, a regional favorite, add a surprising pop of color to any mantel display. Pheasant feathers can be found on the farm and used as holiday decor, naturally.
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Farmhouse Table Setting
Pick a unique, textured table linen, and it'll transform your holiday table. This traditional setting uses the beloved Spode 'Woodland' china pattern for a touch of country-elegance.
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Mercury Glass Display
Mercury glass makes for an easy show-stopper when grouped together on a sideboard. Also known as "poor man's silver," you'll have no issues building up a hefty collection.
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Lush Garland
This is the perfect example of sticking simple with natural ingredients, but going over-the-top with the arrangement. Layers upon layers of verdant greenery make a pretty statement.
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Boozy Bookcase
Turn your usual bookcase into a temporary bar cart come the holiday season—and jazz it up. A cedar garland frames this temporary party bar, and fresh accents are fastened to some of the bottles and embellished with ribbon and tiny orbs.
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Burlap Stockings
These handcrafted burlap stockings feel just rustic enough for a country Christmas morning.
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Rustic Mantel
We'd like to sit by that festive hearth all season long. Get the look by layering different types of garland and spotting the arrangement with pinecones, holiday berries, and bright green ribbon.
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Heirloom Collections
Every Southern family has some sort of Christmas collection, be it vintage Santas or colorful nutcrackers. Instead of spreading them around the house, group them together on a table or sideboard.
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Spruced-Up Poinsettias
What to do when your potted poinsettia plants start looking a little droopy? Snip off a few longer clippings to create a festive cut arrangement spruced up with simple holiday greenery.
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Jolly Juniper
A fresh juniper garland smells heavenly and makes an elegant statement cascading down the stairway. Cluster earthy-toned ornaments in assorted shades along the garland for a charming look.
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Attention-Grabbing Archway
Talk about making an entrance. This show-stopping archway uses a few of the South's favorite Christmas components, like pinecones and magnolia leaves.
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Refined Rustic
Hosting Christmas brunch? Brighten up the space with cream-colored roses and wide ivory ribbon.
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Southern Accents
Between the pine garland, velvet bows, pinecones, and pheasant feathers, this banister is about as Southern as it gets.
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Rustic Arrangements
Wispy and colorful clippings make for a charming country arrangment. It's perfect as a coffee table centerpiece.
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Festive Farmhouse Exterior
This home is practically dripping with Christmas charm, in the form of classic wreaths and warmed-up brown and green garland.
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Vintage Pieces
Give ordinary home items special holiday accents, like this simple clamshell filled with shiny gold and silver ornaments and a large sprig of magnolia.
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Spruced-Up Lamp Post
Bundle up your lamp post for the winter. Two magnolia branches—one standing up and the other hanging down to reveal both the green and brown sides of the leaves—make for lush natural decor.
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Magnolia Gift Tags
Even your gifts can use a farm-chic touch. Use a silver or gold paint pen to write the gift receiver's name on a magnolia leaf and attach with double-sided tape.
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Subtle Comforts
Spruce up your living space with any and all greenery for the easiest transformation ahead of the Christmas season—no bells and whistles required.
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Wreaths Aplenty
Give your facade a festive face-lift. Hang bright green wreaths from every window with red ribbon for a simple but show-stopping exterior.
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Modern Farm Bunkhouse
The kiddos would have no problem bunking up in this playroom outfitted with colorful felt pom-pom garland and a mini Christmas tree.
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Festive Framing
An asymmetrical garland on this buffet mirror puts a modernly rustic spin on traditional decorations. Hang three ornaments on just one side with ribbon to add keen interest to the area without seeming too perfect.
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Front Porch Charm
We'd like to hang out here, please. Make your farmhouse-style shutters look cozy and festive for Christmas by hanging lush wreaths with bright red ribbon.
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Natural Color Scheme
Go fully rustic with a natural holiday palette using warm colors and nubby textures and a garland-trimmed vintage wheel.
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Lush Mantel Swag
Give store-bought garland a dramatic makeover fitting for a big farm fireplace. Clipped magnolia, holly, pine, and cedar ramp up the texture, while layering in milo, millet, and rose hips makes it incredibly eye-catching.
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Tartan Touches
Embrace a traditional tree style by wrapping it like a Christmas gift in red tartan ribbon.
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Cozy Country Kitchen
Open shelving makes displaying Christmas china easy and spirited. Simple greenery and bright holiday arrangements add even more warmth to the cozy kitchen.
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Outdoor Charms
Don't neglect outdoor patios and porches in your Christmas decorating. Wreaths, candles, and large glowing orbs draw guests outside to cozy up by the fire.
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Symmetrical Entry Way
Keep your décor even on both sides to create a symmetrical display that will draw eyes to your door.
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Stockings on the Staircase
Go festive with just a touch of fairytale. Skip traditional garland and lace natural vine through the staircase's balusters.
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Dress Up The Details
Top your mailbox with a menagerie of pinecones and holly for an all-natural, festive display (and some serious curb appeal).
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Wreaths with Wow
Hang a few wreaths from your staircase to create height and levels that draw the eye up.
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Take it Outdoors
Even if it's getting cold outside, don't skimp on the outdoor decorating details. With a mug of hot cocoa and a cozy fire, this will be your favorite spot to bask in the Christmas spirit.
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Welcoming Trees
Spruce up the entryway with mini trees so you can capture Christmas spirit in every corner of your space.
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Everyday Arrangements
Make any big Christmas arrangement feel cozy and warm by throwing flowers and greenery into an everyday vessel like a colorful pitcher or jug.
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The Ultimate Playhouse
Farmhouse vibes can go beyond the home with an outdoor fort ready to take on the holiday season with natural greenery.
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Homespun Stockings
For the most authentic country accent, try your hand at homespun burlap stockings made from inexpensive (or re-used!) burlap fabric and humble twine.
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Festive Welcome
Scottish tartan, pheasant feathers, and golden bells? This farmhouse front door takes things to next-level festivity.
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Monotone Wrapping
Don't settle for mismatched wrapping. Repurpose those burlap bags and wrap your gifts up in rustic style this Christmas.
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By Candlelight
Oversized lanterns are the perfect rustic touch for your outdoor farmhouse landscape. Simply rest these lanterns beside your door or along the stairs for a softly lit walkway.
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Personalized Packaging
Why cover your house in photo frames when you can make the gifts under the tree the star of the show? This personalized gift wrap will really wow—and maybe the kids won't tear it up immediately.
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Old and New
Mix in lots of vintage ornaments on your Christmas tree display for a well-curated, balanced look.
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Bucket of Cheer
All the partygoers will be impressed by this festive ice bucket, complete with frozen seasonal berries, leaves, and fruits. It's the perfect way to chill a bottle of champagne and toast to the season.
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Maximize Every Inch
When it comes to Christmas décor, it's all in the details. That's why we're wrapping our pendant lights in festive pine for a natural look—for more shine, feel free to use tinsel.
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Keep It Colorful
While we love red and green seasonally-hued Christmas trees, how festive is this bright, sunny tree?
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Gleeful Gallery
Use those glass-paned cabinets to display cherished family photos or collected holiday cards. With a thick black ribbon, the display looks instantly elegant.
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Metallic Touches
Slightly more dressed-up, this farmhouse hearth is accented with oversized metallic pinecones and fun pops of red.