Some Christmas trees look like they came straight out of a store window, but the ones that feel warm and real usually don’t. Farmhouse Christmas tree decor is that middle ground: it looks nice without looking staged.
You can use what you already have: a roll of burlap ribbon, a few pinecones, some old ornaments that still have glitter in weird places. It’s the kind of style that forgives uneven lights and bows that sit slightly crooked.
Everything feels soft and familiar, like the kind of Christmas that just happens naturally without overthinking it.
1 | Burlap Ribbon Wrap
Burlap ribbon is one of those things that somehow always looks right, even if it’s a bit frayed.
You can wrap it loosely around the tree instead of garland. It gives that soft, natural texture that fits the farmhouse look without trying too hard.
My mom used to twist hers with thin twine so it didn’t slide down, which honestly worked better than those wire ties.
You can grab a roll for cheap, and if it wrinkles, that’s fine. It just adds to the whole “not too perfect” vibe.
2 | Dried Orange Slices
These look like little glowing coins once the lights hit them.
You can slice a few oranges, bake them low and slow until they’re dry, and thread them with twine.
My friend did this last year and her kitchen smelled amazing for days. She didn’t even bother spacing them evenly, and it still looked nice.
The mix of soft orange and pine green is simple but warm. You could mix a few cinnamon sticks in there if you’re feeling fancy.
3 | Wooden Bead Garland
If you’ve got an old strand of wooden beads or can find a cheap one online, it’s perfect.
The neutral tone of the wood works with anything – gold, white, plaid, whatever.
It’s light, easy to hang, and doesn’t tangle like tinsel. You can keep it after Christmas and hang it across a mantel too.
4 | Mason Jar Lid Ornaments
If you’ve got a stash of random mason jar lids, this is where they shine.
Add a bit of plaid fabric behind the ring, tie with jute string, and call it done.
I saw someone glue tiny cutouts of old Christmas cards inside theirs – it looked homemade in the best way.
The metal will also catch the light just enough without feeling flashy.
5 | Gingham or Plaid Fabric Strips Farmhouse Christmas Tree Decor
Instead of buying new ribbon, cut strips of an old plaid shirt or tablecloth.
The slightly frayed edges look soft and relaxed.
You can tie the strips in little bows or just knot them around branches.
It feels humble but sweet. And if the colors don’t match perfectly, that’s can look even better!
6 | Twine-Wrapped Ornaments
You can take any plain ornament and wrap it in twine.
Even those cheap plastic balls from a dollar store end up looking rustic.
A dab of hot glue keeps the twine in place, but honestly, tape works fine too if you don’t look too closely.
You can leave some gaps so the shine peeks through. It’s simple and can be a fun family activity before Christmas.
7 | Mini Pinecones Farmhouse Christmas Tree Decor
If you’ve got pinecones around, throw them on. Not literally, but close.
A thin bit of twine through the top turns them into easy ornaments.
My neighbour dusted hers with flour instead of paint to make them look snow-dusted.
8 | Simple White Lights Only
Sometimes less is better. One friend skipped colored lights completely and used only warm white ones.
Her tree looked calm, like an old farmhouse at night with just the lamps on. The trick was not wrapping them too tight – she just draped them.
It made the tree glow instead of sparkle. If you want it easy, that’s the way to go.
9 | Galvanized Bucket Tree Base
If you’ve got a small or medium tree, skip the tree skirt and pop it in a galvanized bucket.
You can find them secondhand or use an old paint pail cleaned up.
It adds that instant rustic look and works great in farmhouses.
10 | Brown Paper Star Topper Farmhouse Christmas Tree Decor
Cardboard, paper bag, scissors, tape. That’s it.
You can fold and tape together a simple star and stick it on top of the tree.
It’s a simple rustic tree topper that fits perfectly into farmhouse style rooms.
