A Minimalistic Christmas
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I understand that it’s not everyone’s cup of tea!
My journey into minimalism began when I worked as a nanny for a lovely Swedish family. I spent 12 wonderful years with them. I absolutely loved how they decorated their home, and their Christmas celebrations were very simple yet heartwarming. They had a special tradition of putting up their Christmas tree on December 24, which I found really charming. The kids' grandparents would come in from Sweden to join the festivities and would stay until mid-January, making it a delightful time for everyone involved.
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This tree concept is wonderfully elegant in its simplicity, making it a perfect addition to a cozy kitchen or a bedroom - even a bathroom! Its understated design brings a touch of nature indoors.
St. Lucia Day, celebrated on December 13th, is a festive occasion steeped in old Swedish tradition. On this special day, Stella would adorn her head with a beautiful wreath, intricately woven and embellished with twinkling battery-operated lights that cast a warm glow, illuminating her adorable smiling face. Her twin brother Max would don the classic white pointed hat adorned with shimmering gold stars, symbolizing the light of faith. In his hand, he would hold a flickering battery-operated candle, its faux flame dancing in tune with the joyous atmosphere surrounding them.
Sweet, sweet memories.
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I have a deep appreciation for the Star of David, especially the way it beautifully incorporates the charming little tree beside it. .
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If I could find three trees that resemble this one, I would proudly showcase them on my patio.
I used to have a living tree in a pot gracing my outdoor space, which has since grown taller with each passing year. I've also experimented with rosemary trees, but unfortunately, they didn't thrive.
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Oh my, real candles can be a bit daunting, but I absolutely adore the vibrant, dried orange peels that add such a lovely touch!
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I can imagine that tree has a delightful aroma, and nothing compares to the fresh scent of a real tree.
The deer figurines catch my eye; they're incredibly charming and add a lovely simple touch to the decor.
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I really enjoy this tree, with the delicate white ornaments that beautifully accentuate its design.
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I'm the only one in my family who likes the minimal look, but my husband is warming up to it. It's not just minimalist Christmas Décor; it's the rest of the house as well.
Slowly, I'm getting there.
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Choosing a favorite among these pretty trees would be quite a challenge for me. Each one possesses its own unique beauty and charm that captivates my admiration.
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Oh my, yet another tree is adorned with candles.
Disclaimer:
Please refrain from attempting this at home.
Danger Will Robertson
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I absolutely adore the sight of these beautifully wrapped gifts nestled under the tree.
Alright, regardless of whether you were a fan of them or not, share which one stood out to you as your favorite.
Until Next Time,
Debby
Hi Debby, I like all the pictures, and I can enjoy the simplicity of it all. But it is not me. I am the opposite and my family knows it and enjoys it. My house is more of a country store Christmas. I have 4 decorated trees in my family room. I have 3 in the Master bedroom. My grandson has one tall slimline and one small one he has year-round. Granddaughter is the minimalist like her mom. Hubby has a Charlie Brown tree in his office. Then there is the kitchen that has a tall slimline full of gingerbread. The grands love it. I did put our a little less this year and I suspect I will downsize over the years to come. I am setting a small table with things for Hanukkah since it lands on Christmas Day.
ReplyDeleteThat's fine. I used to decorate extensively during the holidays when my kids were young, especially when I ran a daycare in my home. The neighborhood kids referred to my house as the "Christmas House," and I felt I needed to live up to that reputation—I didn’t want to disappoint them. Eventually, it became overwhelming, especially since we were paying about $60 a month for storage to keep all my decorations! Each year, a little less. Now if I had grandchildren, I'd be decorating. Christmas is for children and I have always loved pleasing children and seeing their happy little faces at Christmas.
DeleteI think a well-decorated home at Christmas is beautiful, but for me, it just causes me to get overwhelmed and anxious—something I have never experienced before. Must be an "old age" thing.
I am a minimalist in decorating, but when Christmas comes around, I often deck the halls. What a dear story about Saint Lucia. Have you ever watched Rick Steves' European Christmas? I think it may show some Christmas traditions in Sweden. It's one of my favorite shows at Christmastime. These trees are pretty. The one that I was drawn to was the orange peels and candles. Oranges are special to me at Christmas. Those gold skinny reindeer are delightful too. ; ) Happy decorating, Debby!
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No I haven’t seen Rick Steves videos but now I’m curious.
DeleteI used to deck the halls when there were children in the house. Last year I just didn’t enjoy it. I guess I just have too much going on that I enjoy more. Who knew? I like the orange slices too. 🍊
ps.....Rick Steves' shares Christmas traditions in Norway, which is close to Sweden. It's a really neat show with him experiencing different European traditions and foods at Christmas. : )
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed these! I feel like I'm becoming more minimalistic, but it's a slow process. I love the trees you showed where there are 3 of them. The large openings between the branches so the ornaments can hang - so simple and so pretty!
ReplyDeleteMy favorite is the one with the wooden houses and stars!! You found some lovely and unusual trees!
ReplyDeleteI am familiar with the traditions of Sweden because I have two blog friends, one lives in CA but came here from Sweden and the other lives in Sweden, both of them are blog friend since I started in 2009. Each year I see what they do. my favorite tree is the first one in the jar, in the large trees the one I would like in my home it the three trees. all of these are very appealing to me and I like all of them..
ReplyDeleteThey are all so unique, it's hard to choose one, Debby. No candles near the live tree, though! I did like the Christmas display with the Star of David - inspiring!
ReplyDeleteAll of your trees are interesting, but I'll stick with the one in the corner of the living room, filled with ornaments that bring back memories.
ReplyDeleteHow can I choose just one? Okay, it's a tie between the 3 trees and the last (Painted Hive). Mostly, I'm envious of anyone who can wrap those packages so beautifully!
ReplyDeleteI like painted hive too and love those packages!!!
ReplyDeleteLove them all, but probably the one with houses and stars or else the dried orange slices. As I age, my decor is more minimalist every year. When there's lots, it doesn't appeal at all to me. . . Blessings!
ReplyDeleteI may not be a minimalist but I also don't overdo stuff, like Christmas decorations, I don't have Christmas lights or a large tree no room for a large tree
ReplyDeleteI don't really decorate for Christmas in my house anymore it would just be for me. I used to put up lights along the roof line and on the bush out front but now days a wreath on the door is about it. I do love seeing all the decorations and lights around town. Just not up to climbing a latter with my bad knees these days. Jim and I used to go over to the fabulous forties in Sacramento every year to see the decorations or to Vacaville where they have an area they call Candy Cane Lane. We had last Sunday night 4 streets in the older part of town that put out luminaries each year. I took a drive to see them. One year I took Jim to see them and didn't tell him about it before hand. I knew he would love seeing them as he spent many years living in Albuquerque where they decorate old town with them at Christmas
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