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    Red Barn Christmas Tablescape

    By: Jane · Updated: 17 Dec, '17 · This post may contain affiliate links · 39 Comments

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    Hello friends! In less than a week Christmas will be here. Are you ready? As for me, I'm getting closer since I finished decorating the dining room. Today I'm sharing my red barn Christmas tablescape. 

    A red barn farmhouse christmas tablescape

    I've always had a thing for red barns, mainly because we had a red barn at the farmhouse where I grew up. I have lots of memories surrounding that old red barn so you can understand why I'm all nostalgic. 

    I really wasn't planning on centering my Christmas tablescape around red barns but one day I was at the supermarket and saw these in a magazine.

    Southern living christmas plates from dillards

    The plates had a red barn on them and I instantly fell in love! The accent plates are part of the Southern Living line sold exclusively at Dillards and before I knew it, I was in Dillards purchasing 8 of them! 

    Red barn christmas ornament

    After I purchased the plates, I found these adorable red barn Christmas ornaments at Walmart. I bought all that my local store had. 

    And they led to getting a new, skinny flocked tree to put them on! 

    Skinny flocked tree with red barn ornaments

    For quite a few years, I have been wanting a small tree for our dining room.

    Lighted red barn painting

    At the top is a red barn lighted picture that was gifted to me by the owner of Taylor's Garden Center where we purchased the new tree. 

    Packages under a flocked christmas tree

    The packages under the tree match the traditional red and green colors that I used in the dining room with the red barn Christmas tablescape.

    Farmhouse christmas ornament

    I couldn't believe my good luck one day when I was scrolling on the online site Zulily when I spied these farmhouse Christmas ornaments with farm animals and cast iron skillets that had photos of red barns inside the skillets! 

    At this point, I knew I was getting quite obsessed with red barns. Have you even gotten that way? 

    Wooden red barn wall art

    So one day I sketched out the red barn from the farm where I grew up and had Leo cut it out to create a wall hanging. I know it's quite amateurish but working on it brought back many happy memories of my childhood.

    Red barn pillow

    And before I knew it, I had 2 red barn pillows featuring the art work by Lucy from Craftberry Bush. 

    Red barn pillow in a chair

    The 2 pillows are in the green chairs that flank our cupboard in the dining room.

    Plaid chargers on red ticking runners

    For my tablescape, I pulled out some red ticking runners that I've had for several years. Nothing is more farmhouse-y than ticking and plaid but I don't think most people put them together! 

    Red ticking table runner

    The three runners were placed across the table. Here you can see that I was experimenting with using white plates rather than red. Really can't decide which I like better!

    Christmas table centerpiece in an old pine box

    The centerpiece was created in an old pine box that you would definitely find around an old barn.

    Red barn winter scenes in candle holders

    And I created these winter red barn scenes in 2 large candle holders that I have had for many years. The shape of the stemware echoes the shape of the candle holders. 

    Red barn christmas tablescape

    Although I used some faux greenery in the centerpiece, I laid some fresh Leyland cypress cuttings on the table and other areas of the dining room. There's nothing like fresh greenery on a Christmas table!

    Pine corner cabinet

    The pine corner cabinet has a display of platters. I had totally forgotten that the red one on top had a red barn scene until I pulled it out of storage! 

    Red ticking runner on a sideboard

    Last week I whipped out this matching red ticking runner from some scraps that I had. Three trees grace the sideboard with 2 of them tucked down inside galvanized buckets. 

    And yes, that's cotton on my little trees! 

    Pine cupboard in the dining room

    The pine cupboard has a mixture of new and vintage items on display. But look on the top! Yes, it's a tree shaped platter with a red barn on it. (I told you that I became obsessed!) 

    Farmhouse sheep

    Some farmhouse sheep help to create the scene.

    Vintage santa candle holders

    These little vintage Santa candle holders add some festive flair as well.

    Wooden deer

    I placed these large wooden deer on the 2 dividers that separate our dining room from the living area. 

    Wooden deer and red barn wall art

    I just love having the new flocked tree in this corner of the dining room. 

    Santa in a red tool box

    Santa's peeking out from behind the red tool box that's on one side of a divider.

    Christmas decorations in the dining room

    And more decorations are on some of the shelves. 

    Red barn christmas tablescape

    I'm so glad that I had the tablescape all done this weekend. My niece and her family visited us on Saturday. She got a big kick out of this tablescape because she grew up in the same farmhouse that I did with the red barn! 

    Red barn christmas tablescape

    I really appreciate you stopping by to see my red barn Christmas tablescape and indulging me with my latest decorating obsession! 

    Wishing you all the magic that this Christmas season has to offer! 

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    1. Lauri

      November 17, 2019 at 10:44 pm

      My theme was a farmhouse Christmas last year. I made a number of my ornaments and in fact spent enough hours working on them so I decided to keep the same theme this year. Next year I’m changing to birds. I’ll be making bird ornaments all year long. Loved the photos of your home.

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    2. Rita Harder

      October 19, 2018 at 1:06 am

      What a cheery, cozy home you have! I love all your beautiful farmhouse touches!!

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    3. Lauri

      December 24, 2017 at 9:17 am

      I'm inspired for next year. And I have 12 months to plan. It should be a fun year. Your site is awesome. Thank you.

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    4. Jean Windham

      December 23, 2017 at 10:08 am

      Jane, I was surfing this morning and pulled up your site. What a treat. The tablescape is so pretty. I could not remember if I committed on your post. So pretty and great ideas for all to see. The red and white table runners are a favorite of mine and they look fantastic with the other decorations. Jean

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    5. Susan in SC

      December 21, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Love you red barn theme, Jane!!!

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    6. Laurel Stephens

      December 20, 2017 at 10:12 am

      Cutest Christmas decor ever! I'm charmed by your red barns!

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    7. Robyn

      December 20, 2017 at 8:48 am

      This is adorable and I too love red barns. I love your red ticking runners...they look great with the plaid chargers! Your vintage reindeer on the hutch are so cute!

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    8. Terri

      December 19, 2017 at 10:03 am

      I love it all, down to the very last barn! I think you truly achieved the look! Very pretty.

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    9. [email protected] Designs

      December 18, 2017 at 8:33 pm

      And this beautiful theme of the Red Barn all began with a wonderful plate!....I am so in love with all that you have done to create such a beautiful table and then taking the theme into the room.....I adore that red barn wall hanging that you created!...It is so wonderful and not in the least bit amateurish!!!! So glad that it brought back such great childhood memories...the best!!

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    10. Sandra Lueker

      December 18, 2017 at 6:31 pm

      What did you use for the snow with the red barn? I love it..its adorable!

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      • Jane Windham

        December 18, 2017 at 9:13 pm

        Sandra, I used Epsom salt. It works great and after Christmas, you can use it for a soak!

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    11. Nancy

      December 18, 2017 at 5:41 pm

      Lovely with a lot of thought !

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    12. Janet

      December 18, 2017 at 4:58 pm

      I love all your decorations! Where did you get the green glassware? My aunt had the same ones. Haven't seen them since I was a child in the early 60's.

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      • Jane Windham

        December 18, 2017 at 6:18 pm

        Hi Janet, I tried to send you an email but it wouldn't go through. The glassware was a gift from one of my sisters-in-law last Christmas. She had started a collection and had some extra ones that she passed on to me. They were made by Anchor Hocking in the 50s and 60s and are called boopie glasses! Not really sure why but I have always admired their beautiful emerald green color! You can find them for sale on eBay and Etsy as well as antique stores.

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    13. elizabeth

      December 18, 2017 at 4:20 pm

      Jane I love your red barn theme! I love every little detail to your décor! How awesome to find the platter you forgot about! It's so lovely! Merry Christmas to you and Leo!

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    14. Paula

      December 18, 2017 at 3:08 pm

      I love your red barn themed dining room. It all looks so pretty and I'll bet that in person it is even more so.

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    15. Pam

      December 18, 2017 at 2:59 pm

      The whole room is gorgeous!!! Love the red barn theme and the new tree! I bought a skinny flocked one this year too!

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    16. Francis Moore

      December 18, 2017 at 2:34 pm

      I love the red barn ornament. I searched for it on WalMart, but I haven't had any luck.

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    17. Kathleen G

      December 18, 2017 at 2:15 pm

      Your Fall dining room was beautiful and now your Christmas one is very warm, festive and has old fashioned feel with the red barns, greenery, animals and the traditional Christmas colors. I love your dining room furniture:).
      Merry Christmas! Kathleen in Az

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    18. Terrie

      December 18, 2017 at 1:23 pm

      Love your red barns!

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    19. Kim

      December 18, 2017 at 11:01 am

      Cute, cute and cute Jane!! We will call you the red barn queen. I love it all!

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    20. phyllis

      December 18, 2017 at 10:21 am

      You really did it; how amazingly beautiful; love the dinnerware, the table scape and the whole theme. have a very Merry and healthy Christmas to you and Leo. take care Jane.

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    21. Atta Girl Amy

      December 18, 2017 at 9:53 am

      It's so beautiful and personal Jane. So many lovely touches and memories. Will we be seeing a barn raising at the Cottage soon?

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    22. PC

      December 18, 2017 at 9:16 am

      I love the dining room decor!!! I am a barn gal too!!!

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    23. AnnMarie

      December 18, 2017 at 8:38 am

      I just love the red barn theme! Note to self....look for red barn ornament at Walmart today! You have styled it perfectly and it is whimsical and charming. What fun!

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    24. Paulette

      December 18, 2017 at 8:31 am

      I absolutely LOVE your Christmas theme this year!!! So light and airy and inviting!! Merry Christmas!

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    25. Bessie

      December 18, 2017 at 8:27 am

      What a wonderful collection . I also love Barns and have quite a few and you gave me a idea about how to display them better . Thank you.

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    26. Lynda Ramage

      December 18, 2017 at 8:19 am

      It makes me want to take down my decorations in our den and start over. We have a farm and lost our barn several years ago. Love the theme! You've done a wonderful job with it. Now, sit back and enjoy! Merry Christmas and blessings, Mrs. Claus

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    27. Jenna

      December 18, 2017 at 8:17 am

      You really are having a red barn Christmas Jane! So adorable!!

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    28. Sandy

      December 18, 2017 at 8:11 am

      You are the master of doing a theme. This is going to be my new favorite of yours. It is fantastic.

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    29. Frances Batson

      December 18, 2017 at 8:02 am

      I love your barn theme. It is great. A tornado took out our barn 8 weeks ago and it was so hard on the whole family. Maybe next year I will add red barn decor . Yours is wonderful.

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    30. Glenda

      December 18, 2017 at 7:37 am

      I love your obsession with red barns! I too love old barns! Brings back so many memories of home. This decor is perfect for this time of year! Love it!

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    31. Karen

      December 18, 2017 at 7:34 am

      Love your decorations...where did you get your red plaid charger plates. I love, love, love anything plaid!!! MERRY CHRISTMAS

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      • Jane Windham

        December 18, 2017 at 9:10 am

        Karen, I purchased the plaid charger plates at Pier 1 this year. I ordered them online after my sister-in-law purchased some when they were on sale. They are plastic and were not expensive at all. I hope you can still find some. Merry Christmas to you and yours!

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    32. Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage

      December 18, 2017 at 7:33 am

      Love all your red barns Jane in your decor. Love it all. Your tree is so pretty. Enjoy this last week before the big day.
      Hugs,
      Kris

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    33. Lorri Rauscher

      December 18, 2017 at 7:32 am

      Funny how you get one piece...then it just morps out of control!!!! Your barn collection looks lovely. I especially like plates ..so comfy and soothing.You could keep these decorations out for awhile.

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    34. Jo

      December 18, 2017 at 7:17 am

      The barn theme is perfect for holiday decorating! Loved the whole room.

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    35. stella

      December 18, 2017 at 7:14 am

      This year i decorated with a Red barn and red truck nature thing. I love it something different for me, i can so see my collection growing next year.

      Reply
    36. Melanie

      December 18, 2017 at 7:08 am

      Wow! Absolutely stunning. Thanks so much for sharing. Those pics are awesome and your talent is even more so.

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