This Christmas vignette with velvet and pinecones is the perfect display for ushering the holiday season into your home!
I’m grateful to be joining 23 creative and talented ladies today on a ‘Winter Wonderland on a Tray Tour’ hosted by Katherine from Katherine’s Corner. If you are new here, I’m Rachel, the blogger and content creator here at The Antiqued Journey. I’m so happy to have you! I invite you to stop by the ‘about me’ page to get to know me a little more. Here on the blog, you will find loads of inspiration for decorating with vintage and antique decor, simple DIY crafts, and many thrifting adventures. For my part on this blog hop, I’m sharing a moody take on holiday decorating. Enjoy this Christmas vignette with velvet and pinecones!
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If you found your way here from Rachelle at My Hubbard Home, welcome! I admire Rachelle and her beautiful decor and styling. Wasn’t her tray just fabulous?
The Christmas season is upon us and it truly is the most wonderful time of the year! I love to use vintage pieces in seasonal vignettes. For me, vintage Christmas decor is the type of thing that never gets old. Because of the age of these pieces, they are full of rich patina and character. Those characteristics give each piece a timeless charm.
By incorporating vintage decor in your space, Christmas or otherwise, you can achieve a one-of-a-kind home that is special and unique to you. It’s a comforting feeling for me to know that I get to carry on the story of each vintage piece that has found it’s way into my heart.
If you are interested in purchasing similar items to what I’m sharing today, I have linked some options at the very bottom of this post for you.
Christmas Vignette With Velvet and Pinecones
All of my home decorating starts with an inspiration piece. For me, having one item that I can use as my jumping off point is extremely helpful. It enables me to build a ‘mood board’ of sorts in my brain, which creates the story that I want my decorating to tell. This season, my Christmas decor all started with this velvet reindeer that I found from Target.
I immediately knew that velvet was where I wanted to take my Christmas decorating. As soon as it came in the mail and saw how beautiful it was, I went online and bought two more! These deer were only $5.00 each and I just adore them. Let me show you how you can use something like this in an easy Christmas display!
The theme I was going for for this holiday tray is a ‘moody woodland’, if that makes sense. To really make that theme come to life, I decided to use this wood round as the base for my vignette. It’s super rustic and full of life, which works so well for this display. I actually found this at a park near my house last winter when they were cutting down some trees! Free decor is the best, isn’t it?!
After my base was ready, I just started playing with decor pieces and moving them around on the wood round.
First, I placed this green and white vintage plate on the right side. If you read my latest thrifting adventure, you will remember that I found this plate for only $1.00! I chose to use this here because it gives the back corner some dimension and interest.
Then, I set a beautiful red velvet tree on top of the plate. This tree, also from Target, adds height and depth as well as a pop of color. The plate acts like a tree skirt of sorts.
On the left side of the wood round, I placed a little faux pine tree that I’ve had for a few years. It looks super realistic!
Wanting the deer to be the focal point, I set it right in the middle of the display. The cute little thing looks like it’s laying among the pine trees in a wooded forest and that’s exactly what I wanted!
To keep with the woodland theme, I added three more small trees in front of the red tree. Varying the heights and colors of the trees helped create the feeling of a forest yet kept everything cohesive.
Sometimes, I like to look at my display from a different angle rather than just from straight on. Looking at a creation from multiple viewpoints enables me to notice gaps, which helps me figure out if I need to add or take away pieces.
The next step was to add in natural elements. The best textures are found in nature. It is free decor that you can use in your home all year round! To achieve the natural element, I used pinecones that I picked from the woods last winter.
I placed one pinecone in the back and three more in front. The long, narrow shape on them pairs so nicely with the various trees throughout the display. Pinecones also add another layer of texture and dimension, really bringing the whole vignette to life.
This next step is my favorite. To keep with the velvet texture that I simply adore this season, I picked up this amazing red velvet ribbon from Hobby Lobby. I’ve been obsessed with it ever since and am using it all over my house!
To use it in my Christmas vignette, I decided to give my cute deer a scarf. In doing so, the green deer makes more of a statement and doesn’t get lost amongst all of the trees. My deer is the star of this display, after all!
After stepping back and looking at the display, I decided that the back pine tree needed something else. So, I cut a small length of the velvet ribbon and wrapped it around the tree, giving it a garland.
After adding that ribbon, it all felt much more complete and cohesive to me. Here is the finished Christmas vignette!
I placed a faux pillar candle next to it, which gives off a super cozy glow in the evening.
I just think it’s so neat how anything can be turned into pretty home decor, even a piece of wood that came from a tree at a park!
I’ve said it a million times and I’ll say it again. You truly don’t need to spend hundreds of dollars to make your home feel beautiful. Free decor from nature can be your starting point to create something special for your home this Christmas season.
This little woodland Christmas display just makes my heart happy. It is a simple vignette but packs a big punch with all of the textures and natural elements that are incorporated throughout.
Closing Tidbits
My sincere hope is that this Christmas vignette with velvet and pinecones is an encouragement for you. I urge you to not get caught up in the stress and ‘go, go, go’ atmosphere that the season can bring. Instead, pause and take a minute to breathe. Look around you and notice the stillness that is ever-present. Find the peaceful cadence, the rhythm, and the pulse that moves you forward, without comparison or judgment. Let that carry you through and let it be enough.
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Rachel, I really appreciate that your decor ideas come free from nature. The warm wood and pinecones look pretty and festive with the velvet.
Merry Christmas
Rachelle
Hi Rachelle!
Thanks so much!! I appreciate your lovely comment…thanks for coming by! So fun touring with you!
What a sweet deer! He truly IS the star of the show, and I love his little velvet scarf too! 🙂 YES! Free decor from nature is the best and so fun to gather. I love your winter wonderland tray Rachel – thanks for all the great tips. I’ll be looking at my vignettes from different angles now. So nice touring with you, and Happy Holidays!
Hi Barbara!
Thank you!!! This was so fun to put together. So nice to be hopping with you today! Merry Christmas!
Rachel, all the different textures from your trees to your reindeer made this a special tray. Using the natural element of a wood slice as your base was a great idea and fits right in with the woodland theme.
Lynne
Thanks so much!! I really enjoyed putting this one together! Thanks for stopping by today..so fun hopping with you! Happy day!
I LOVE that green velvet deer and the tree!! I think I need to make a target run to check out if ours has that deer…I have paper mache cones and velvet fabric that i was thinking of making velvet trees with…Now i definitely want ti do that!!! Such a charming tray for the upcoming season!! Thanks so much for sharing!!!
Hugs,
Deb
Hi Debbie!
Thank you!! I ordered them online so that might be an option for you too if your store doesn’t have any. I got one in red velvet as well which is gorgeous!! Great idea to make velvet trees! Thanks for stopping by today…so fun hopping with you again!
Oh Rachel! Great minds think alike. Velvet and pine cones. A winning combination!!! That deer is super cute and the scarf is the perfect touch. I love that you used a slab of wood you found at the park. That is totally up my alley. SO fun to be touring with you my friend! XO- MaryJo
Thank you!! They do! I had a lot of fun with this one! Thanks for stopping by!!
Deer have always been a favorite at Christmas time. So pretty, and I will have to keep an eye out the next time I see a woodcutter!
Thanks so much!! I appreciate that!
Hi Rachel Oh I love the velvet! So, so pretty! Great job, laura in Colorado
Thank you, Laura!!
So pretty! I love how you mixed the deep, rich colors with the natural items. Such a beautiful combination!
Shelley
Hi Shelley!
Thanks so much!!! I appreciate your lovely comment!!
I can see why you fell in love with that velvet deer, so pretty! The wood slice makes the perfect base {tray} for your winter scene and I love the other velvet touches~ such a wonderful contrast to the woodsy pine cones. Lovely Rachel!
Hi Jenna!
Thanks so much!! I appreciate your lovely comment…thanks for coming by today!!
Hi, Rachel; I really liked your wood round tray, and the peaceful vignette of woodland life!
Hi Irene!
Nice to meet you!! Thanks so much!
So pretty Rachel! I always love the velvet look for the holidays! Thanks for the inspiration. Happy Holidays!
Hi Denise!
Thank you!!
I love it Rachel! It really does give off a moody woodland feel and works so well. The velvet deer is so cute. Your tray has such a cosy feel to it. We were really channeling each other’s thoughts with the pinecones! Have a great week my friend. Great job.
Thank you!!
Rachele,
What a lovely display. I love that velvet reindeer and the velvet tree. Love how you made it all seem so simple to create. Beautiful!
Hugs,
Bev
Hi Bev!
Thank you!! I had a lot of fun creating this one. Thanks for stopping by! Fun hopping with you again! Merry Christmas!
Beautiful tray! I love the velvet items. I bought the black velvet Christmas trees at Target, but they didn’t have the reindeer when I was there. Looks like I’m going back! Great touring with you! I’d love to have you come by & share on Crafty Creators Link Party (open Thursdays thru Mondays).
Thank you!! The velvet is SO fun this time of year!!
This is so pretty, Rachel! I love all the different textures you brought together. Those deer are adorable. What a fun idea for a blog hop! Hope you’re enjoying your holiday season!
Thank you!!! This was a fun one to create. I just can’t stop using velvet…I have it ALL over the house 🙂 Happy Christmas!
So pretty and I love the use of the traditional colors. Thank you for joining in the fun. Pinned xo
Thanks, Katherine! I appreciate it. Thanks so much for hosting and putting this together. I enjoy it so much!
Rachel, you choose your tray and its items impeccably well. Everything paired together perfectly- textures, colors and style. I especially love the pretty velvet ribbon-turned scarf for your reindeer. Too cute! Happy Christmas!
Hi Maria!
Thanks so very much! So fun hopping with you. Merry Christmas!
Rachel, your tray is lovely. Love the wood slice and that fabulous green deer with the velvet ribbon. Natural elements are so fun to use. Pine cones are such a nice addition. A pleasure hopping with you.
Hi Linda!
Thanks very much! I appreciate that! Happy Christmas!
The velvet is perfection! Such a great look with everything mixed together. Lovely hopping with you! Merry Christmas!
Hi!
Thanks so much!! Happy Christmas!
I am all about velvet these days, so I love your tray! That deer and tree are lovely, and look fantastic paired with the rustic wood tray and bottlebrush trees!
Hi Donna!
Velvet right?! What IS it about it this year?? Thank you!!
I’m so in love with your velvet deer! I can’t believe it was only $5 ~omg. Your velvet combination with natural elements looks wonderful together. So nice to be hopping with you. (Come share at the #HomeMattersParty every Thursday pm thru Monday.)
Hi!
Thank you!! Great to be touring with you! Happy Christmas!
Hi Rachel ! I love the deep hues of the velvet. It looks stunning my friend!
Thank you!! My velvet obsession is real this Christmas…I have it all over the house!
Hi, Rachel, so nice to meet you on this blog hop. I love velvet, too. (Just ordered two bolts of pink and blue for bows.) I love your woodsy vignette. Lucky you for getting a wood slice for free. The reindeer are so cute.
Hi Carol!
Thank you!
So much fun being on this hop! Happy Christmas!
Hi, Rachel! Your reindeer vignette is so wonderful! I was super inspired by your design eye. I would love to have you link up your project at Whimsy Home Wednesdays to inspire others and have a chance to be featured https://www.artsandclassy.com/category/diy/whimsy-home-wednesdays-linky-party/
Hello!!
Thank you!! I appreciate that!
I love this Christmas vignette. It turned out so beautiful! Thanks for sharing
Hi Charity!
Thanks so much!!
This is such a beautiful collection of goodies, Rachel and I would have never thought to put them together. The velvet feels refined and the pinecone feels rustic and together they are a beautiful combination. You totally nailed it! Hugs, CoCo
Thank you!! I love hearing that from you, truly. That means a lot. Thanks so much for reading today! Happy weekend!
It’s beautiful, Rachel! I love the classic red and green Christmas colors, and the velvet adds such a cozy and elegant touch.
Thanks so much, friend!! I appreciate that!