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WALKER DESIGN & CO
MY TOP FIVE FAVORITE TRENDS this seasonSTORY BY MALLORY WALKER WITH WALKER DESIGN
Understand Mantels
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I really feel like less is more when it comes to adding décor for the holidays, so I love the look of an understated holiday mantel. Just a couple of stands of garland and stockings are a good place to start!We stepped up this mantel by adding battery-operated sconces for lighting and the wall art was most definitely a must for the space!
Flocked Trees
Something about a flocked tree is really beautiful to me and small details can make a big impact! If you’re wanting the look without purchasing a new tree, try powder snow. For my tree, I spray the branches with water using a mister, and then add the powder snow with a kitchen colander. It can be a messy process, but worth it in my opinion!
Mini Wreaths
From place settings to the back of counter stools, there are endless opportunities to include one of these smaller versions of this traditional holiday classic! I used flocked mini wreaths on the back of the dining room chairs and secured them with ornament hooks to add a little bit of color!
I love mini wreaths styled on the back of a barstool or even on a cabinet door.
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Hot Cocoa Bars
Why are these so fun to me? Coffee bars feel like an everyday thing, so a hot cocoa bar seems right for this time of year! I kept this space neutral and added lots of storage to add treats over the holiday season. To create this area, I started with vertical trim work to elevate the space and furnished it with a buffet that was 60 inches wide, which works well with floating shelves.
Break Out Your Tree
Turns out the earlier the better for some! Has anyone else noticed the trend of breaking out the holiday décor around early November? Being more traditional, I had always felt like the time to decorate was after Thanksgiving; but if it makes you happy, I feel like you should go for it! After all, it is the most wonderful time of the year!
