Nautical-Themed Decor Sets the Stage for a "Merry-Time" Christmas
Maritime flags and other nautical-themed accents join colorful roses and winter greenery to adorn this California home for a "Merry-Time" Christmas.
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December 17, 2015
By:
Beth Rucker
Red, White, Blue and Yellow
Christmas decor doesn't have to stick to greens and reds. Red, white and blue maritime flags top this tree to tie the holiday decor together with the blue dining chairs while expressing the homeowners' love for all things nautical. Red and yellow roses hint at Christmas colors while relating to the artwork and side chairs in the dining room.
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Kerrie Kelly
Coming Up Roses
Red and yellow roses set in a bed of greenery create an elegant Christmas centerpiece on the dining table.
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Kerrie Kelly
Maritime Place Cards
Yellow-and-white maritime flag place cards continue the nautical theme to each individual setting.
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Christmas, A'hoy
The red and yellow rose centerpiece is studded with maritime flags to tie it together with the rest of the nautical decor.
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Kerrie Kelly
Christmas Kitchen
The red, blue, yellow and white accents continue into the eat-in kitchen.
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Party Time
Maritime flags serve as insipiration for the plates and cookies. Red and yellow roses adorn the island, just as they do the dining room table.
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Kerrie Kelly
Keeping Maritime
A naval-style clock counts down the minutes until Santa arrives.
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Kerrie Kelly
Breakfast Nook
Stools covered in navy blue and white nautical stripes surround the breakfast nook, while a chandelier made from rope tops the maritime-themed space.
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Kerrie Kelly
The Table is Set
Red, blue, yellow and white in patterns of stripes, plaid and gingham create a nautical-themed table setting.
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Kerrie Kelly
Nautical Stripes
A rug with a thick navy-and-white striped pattern continues the nautical theme in the cozy keeping room adjacent to the open-plan kitchen.
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Kerrie Kelly
Raise the Flags
Maritime flags inspire the throw pillows on the sofas and inserts to the media cabinet's doors.
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Ship-Shape Mantel
Maritime flags and rope dress up the greenery garland on the mantel, while navy blue and red striped stockings suit the American flag artwork above.
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Kerrie Kelly
Fresh Decor
A similar garland adorns the banister along the home's stairwell.
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Corralling Muddy Shoes
This mudroom includes cubbies for storage of loose items, hooks on which to hang sporting equipment and a spot to drop wet boots. A cheery wreath adds color to the space.
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Kerrie Kelly
Gatherings and Games
The back patio is set for gathering and games thanks to a cozy fire pit area and a spot for bean bag toss. A banner of maritime flags continues the nautical theme in the outdoors.
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Kerrie Kelly
