Chic Christmas Decorating

Veranda

 

Here is a wonderful idea for Christmas decorating. A bountiful garland of magnolia mixed with Leland cypress ascends a staircase. Instead of ribbon, floral and interiors designer Mark Thompson secured the greenery to the newel post and banister with glossy Samuel & Sons silk double-tassel tiebacks, knotted into shoestring-like bows, for a festive decorative finish.

Classic Christmas Decorating

Fairfax House in York, England

I love the simple and natural Christmas decor in this beautiful foyer. This is a historic Georgian mansion that has been used for several movies. Miniature wreaths are hung from ribbons, a beautiful magnolia garland adorns the staircase bannister, and a topiary sits in a black wicker basket.

Chinoiserie Christmas Southern Style

Southern Living

If you live in the South, decorating for the holidays with fresh magnolia branches is de rigeur. I have an enormous magnolia tree in my front yard and an ample supply. They look so elegant in ginger jars.