Innholdsfortegnelse for December/January 2025 i American Farmhouse Style

We made it through another year! Let’s take time to celebrate the season in every way: adorn the house and front door, bake a bunch of goodies, wrap your gifts in a memorable way, turn up the tunes and gather your loved ones around! In this issue, we’re celebrating the creativity and warmth of four thoughtful homeowners while we peek into their amazing abodes. We’re also celebrating crafts with easy projects you can do yourself or with the little ones to create keepsakes along with the memories of making them together. We’re also celebrating fresh and inviting tables and how easy they are to create. Peek into both Project House Utah, which is just one issue away from the final reveal (page 98)! You won’t believe how stunning it is—but…

Holiday entertaining was the inspiration behind this gorgeous tablescape, but rather than traditional Christmas green and red, the nature-inspired interior color palette of blues, creams and greens called for something sophisticated but a little less conventional. Katharine Rhudy, of Reed and Acanthus Interior Design in New Orleans, used wired taffeta ribbon in robin’s egg blue and gold from a local nursery as the starting point for this Christmas décor, evoking the elegance and luxury of the winter season. Fresh greenery with hints of gold leaves, berries and balls throughout create warmth and a timeless sense of opulence associated with the holiday season. During the holidays, Katharine’s door is always open, and the house is flooded with family and friends. The bar is stocked, and her family of gourmet cooks always…

For many of us, Christmas décor is a collection we’ve built up over many years and that brings us nostalgic joy every time we pull it out. Jessica Sigmon, the blogger and Instagrammer behind Itty Bitty Farmhouse, has returned to that method of nostalgic collecting with her own holiday décor. “I originally found my style by getting premade Hobby Lobby décor, but I don’t do that anymore,” she says. “Now I make more memories collecting the décor.” Jessica was the 2023 Brand Ambassador for American Farmhouse Style, and since finishing her column last Christmas, she has a precious son, Reid. It’s a perfect year for her to continue to collect sentimental décor and create a hometown Christmas feel. HOUSE HAPPY Jessica and her husband Michael have lived in their North…

Jennifer Svendsen is a former event planner turned blogger who shares all her best tips and tricks for easy entertaining at home. From seasonal décor to party crafts, free printables, stunning tablescapes, simple recipes and curated menus for any occasion, Jen shares it all on her blog Midwest Life and Style (midwestlifeandstyle.com). Wife and mom of two girls, Jen is a lifelong Nebraskan. We are delighted to pass along these tips from Jennifer about her whimsical gingerbread themed tablescape: • When styling my tables, I always start with an inspiration piece. I love a classic red and white Christmas color scheme, so for this table, I was inspired by red and white ticking stripe ribbon. It reminds me of the tiny peppermint candies you see decorated on gingerbread houses during…

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AN ELEGANT CELEBRATION Page 16 Entrance Hall: Chandelier: Visual Comfort, visualcomfort.com. Table lamp: Arteriors, arteriorshome.com. Wallpaper mural: Paradiso Grisaille via Mural Source, themuralsource.com. Upholstery on black lacquer settee: Lee Jofa fabric, kravet.com. Rug runners: Stark Carpet, starkcarpet.com. Stone fireplace: Material Works, materialworks.com. Living Room: Upholstery on club chairs: Schumacher Grisaille chintz with tape from Samual & Sons, Schumacher.com. Buillon fringe on sofas: Cowtan & Tout, cowtan.com. Upholstery on sofas: Kravet fabric, kravet.com. Pillows: JAB green velvet throw, jabelladesigns.com. Ottoman upholstery: Clarence House Mandarain fabric, clarencehouse.com. Upholstery on green wingback chairs: Pierre Frey Beaucaire fabric, pierrefrey.com. Upholstery on Chippendale chairs: Schumacher flame stitch, kravet.com. Dining Room: Mastercraft chairs covered in Kravet fabric Chairs: Mastercraft, mastercraftincorporated.com; upholstery Kravet fabric, kravet.com. Wallpaper: Stark Mayflower, burkedecor.com. Dining table: antique Sideboard: from Alex Cooper Auctions,…

Michelle Volk works by day as a mortgage loan originator (a 36-year veteran of the industry), but on weekends and evenings she is a busy mom, wife and operates Styling, Staging and Grazing with a partner in Georgia. They decorate seasonal homes as well as plan and set up grazing tables for their clients. Sharing her many creative activities on @modernfarmfam on Instagram, there is never a dull moment. We asked Michelle about her winning tree and what process she followed to create it: AFS: What sparked your idea for your theme/tree décor? Michelle: I change my décor every year kind of based on what’s trending in the home décor world. I always keep it a basic neutral palette and then add some sparkle! AFS: Do you have any tips for the…

A traditional Christmas tablescape can infuse your holiday home décor with classic charm. This is why interior designer Kemp Harper of The Colonial on Park (@thecolonial_on_park) prefers a more traditional Christmas style. “When it comes to Christmas, I like it to feel cozy and nostalgic,” he explains. With this woodland-inspired tablescape, he wanted touches of traditional Christmas accents, like red ribbons and tartan patterns, to foster a historic themed holiday. He started with Williams-Sonoma plates to help set a classic tone, which he then peppered with natural pieces, like pinecones and evergreens, from his property’s woods to create a beautiful fusion of natural and traditional. O’ CHRISTMAS TREE When you design with nature, you honor the season. It’s a sentiment that Kemp has taken to heart, as he gathers items…

americanfarmhousestyle.com HOW TO STAY SANE AT CHRISTMAS It’s easy to get overwhelmed during this busy time. Let experienced mother of five Tamela Adams share her top tips for how to stay sane at Christmas in all the holiday madness. CHRISTMAS ESSENTIAL OILS There’s no better time to ensure that you have a great-smelling home than when you’re huddled indoors during the cold months around Christmastime. TIPS FOR PLANNING A CHRISTMAS PARTY Being the host for a Christmas event is an opportunity to create an atmosphere and experience your loved ones won’t forget. Learn how in this handy feature. 8 AMAZING CHRISTMAS COOKIE RECIPES It’s the perfect time to start thinking about all the food this holiday season. It’s even better if you have these eight amazing Christmas cookie recipes up…

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Creating your own custom holiday porch is easier than you might think! It just takes a bit of planning, but it is so worth the effort. Curious how I installed the garland on the porch entryway without anything to attach it to? This DIY is incredibly simple—it just requires a little time. WHAT YOU’LL NEED: • 1 ¼” PVC pipe and 2 elbows• Clear zip ties• Garland• Ornaments• Lights WHAT YOU’LL DO: 1. Secure 1 ¼” PVC pipes to each side of your porch columns using zip ties, and connect the top of the PVC frame with elbows on both sides. 2. Use zip ties to attach the garland and lights to the PVC frame. 3. Add ornaments—yes, with more zip ties! PRO TIPS: • Fluff each garland stem to enhance…

With both cotton and wool blankets, as well as accessories like scarves, aprons, bags and more, Amana Woolen Mill is a tiny but mighty heritage textile mill that embodies the skill, quality and ideals of a truly American company. HEART AND HERITAGE With more than 160 years of operating out of their original weaving building, Amana is passionate about preserving the best of American textile manufacturing and the heritage of impacting the local community, and country, for good. Textiles played an essential role in the success of America, and the small town of Amana was known across the country for its superior woolens. Today, it is the only remaining heritage textile mill in Iowa, run by a small group of artisans committed to quality products. Designed, woven and hand finished…

Collecting flea market finds is so rewarding and fun… but what do you do with your treasures once you get them home? For Amanda Upton, she’s perfected her skills at building amazing vignettes that capture the essence of the season and are constant conversations starters for friends and family. We wanted to learn more about her and her inspirations and processes! AFS: How did your love of vintage begin? Do you recall your very first vintage find/purchase? Amanda: My love of vintage started when I was quite young and grew from a love of history. I can remember my interest in history, specifically WWII, as far back as the third grade. My first vintage purchase was a set of WWII American paratrooper “Jump Wings” that I won on eBay. I watched…

Designing a home is one thing—the Fox Group has been hard at work on that—but designing the landscape around it is another. Creating the right setting through foliage, hardscapes and layout is far from an afterthought; it is instead a carefully thought-out plan that enhances the architecture and overall vibe of the home that it surrounds. For landscape designer Emily Brooks Wayment of EBW Landscape Design, ensuring the exterior landscaping reflects the home inside and out is essential to successfully integrating the design. “Our main goals were to design a farmhouse/cottage garden that will allow for grass space to play games and make sense on a slender lot,” Emily says. FLORALS, FOLIAGE AND FUN Emily’s design includes a variety of flowers, trees and shrubbery to create an authentic farmhouse feel…

Imagine coming home to a space where every room feels masterfully curated, and every corner whispers elegance. Valerie Darden’s Beautiful Living is not just a book; it’s your new, ultimate guide to transforming your space into a sanctuary of style and comfort. With stunning visuals and easy-to-follow tips on upgrading to your dream home, Valerie’s cheat guide is just what you need to effortlessly elevate your home’s aesthetic. Whether you’re a design novice or a seasoned interior enthusiast, each page turns inspiration into action, helping you craft a home that’s not only beautiful but uniquely yours. Ready to learn more? THE SEVEN PRINCIPLES OF DESIGN The following seven tools are essential for creating a harmonious living space: Balance ensures that visual weight is evenly distributed, creating a sense of stability.…