A SWEDISH CHRISTMAS - HOLIDAY DECOR TIPS + INSPO

Growing up with a Swedish heritage, I've always been drawn to the beauty of natural, simple, and understated decor. During the holidays, this aesthetic feels even more achievable, especially when you use forged and handmade pieces as the foundation of your styling.

We were so fortunate to collaborate with Becki Griffin of Curious Details and Kerry Kirk of Kerry Kirk Photo many years ago for a charming "Swedish style" holiday shoot that brought a piece of my family history to life at The Vintage Round Top.

To bring this look to life at the cottages, sourcing supplies was a true reflection of simplicity—taking a stroll outside, visiting local craft stores, and raiding our own Christmas boxes tucked away in the attic. We found beautiful cedar branches right outside No. 1450’s door, which we placed in vintage glass vases and decorated with small mercury glass ornaments. Becki contributed a large pine branch that had fallen, which we laid across the top of the hutch, and I crafted a small wreath by wrapping rosemary around a metal embroidery hoop.

Grouping natural elements in a vintage crate is a simple yet impactful way to decorate for the season. For ours, we combined basic greenery, large pinecones, and a set of birch logs. The larger logs in the fireplace once belonged to my father, who passed away twenty one years ago. I bring them out from time to time as a way to honor his memory, and I encourage you to include pieces of your own heritage in your holiday decor as well.

For the tabletop Christmas tree, we kept it minimal, adding only a few cherished family heirloom ornaments and using a galvanized bucket as the tree stand.

Staying true to the neutral theme, we wrapped presents in silver wrapping and white butcher paper, and adorned them with vintage ribbons, fresh greenery, and touches of metal for an added thoughtful detail.

We love the beautiful texture created by layering Becki’s paper stars in different vignettes around the house. In addition to hanging them, try propping them up in small groups for a striking visual effect—make it your own!

To sum it up, our favorite holiday essentials are fresh greenery, dried pinecones and garlands, neutral paper goods, vintage ribbons, and heirlooms that hold sentimental value. Don’t be afraid to take these ideas and personalize them to reflect your own style. After all, when it comes to holiday decorating, there are no rules!

We can’t wait to see how you make this style your own. Be sure to tag us on Instagram sharing your #rvtswedishstyle @thevintageroundtop!