Discover how simple it is to give your kitchen a festive Christmas look with just a few thoughtful touches.
The kitchen at Worthing Court is the center of holiday activity. From large family meals to small dinners, festive baking, party prep and even crafting, everything happens here in my farmhouse kitchen.
I want the space to feel merry without crowding the countertops I need for cooking and baking. That’s why I keep the decor simple: enough to say Merry Christmas, while still leaving plenty of usable workspace.
My kitchen and breakfast area are one long, open space, so even subtle kitchen decorations help spread holiday cheer throughout the whole room. The more festive elements in the breakfast area complement the pared‑down look in the main kitchen.
The island is one of my favorite places to decorate because it sits in the heart of the room. I like to add a single eye‑catching vignette that looks special but isn’t in the way of everyday tasks.
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This year I placed a charming two‑tiered tray from Emory Valley Mercantile on the island. I love tiered trays because they create vertical interest without taking up much counter space and they’re easy to move when I need the surface.
Rather than using the tray for a hot chocolate station, I styled it with a few favorite pieces from my Christmas village. I arranged the houses and figurines, then added a dusting of faux snow for a cozy, wintry vignette. When I need to clear space, the tray lifts easily by the handle.
Tiered trays are incredibly versatile. In the kitchen they can become a cookie‑baking station, a display for candles and greenery, a place to show off vintage serving pieces, or a tidy spot for favorite collectibles. There are many shapes and sizes available to suit any space and style.
Small changes around existing items are an easy way to add seasonal charm without clutter. Look at what you already keep on the counters year‑round and think about adding a festive accent or two.
For example, I keep large glass canisters on my counter all year. For Christmas I tied a sprig of greenery and a cookie‑cutter to each lid and swapped the usual scoops for plaid mugs to add a seasonal touch without changing their function.
On the small tray beside the cooktop I usually keep salt and pepper grinders and cellars. For the holidays I switched to Mr. and Mrs. Santa salt and pepper shakers — a tiny change that brings a smile but doesn’t interfere with cooking.
On the opposite side of the cooktop I keep utensils and a jar of dog treats year‑round. To make it festive, I added a couple of bright spatulas and tucked a mini Christmas tree into the basket. It’s an instant holiday accent that’s still practical.
To finish the look, I hung two plaid towels from the end of the island with small suction‑cup hooks so there’s no damage to the cabinetry. A little secret: these are actually square napkins repurposed as kitchen towels — they look charming and work perfectly.
Thanks for stopping by my Christmas kitchen. Simple, thoughtful touches can make your kitchen feel festive while keeping it functional. Wishing you a Merry Christmas!
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