A Farm Fresh Christmas Tree sign brings a charming, rustic farmhouse feel to your holiday decor. The simple silhouettes of spruce, pine, and fir trees nod to the tradition of choosing a fresh-cut tree, while the weathered board background adds texture and warmth to a mantel display. This look works equally well in a cozy living room or an entryway where you want an inviting, seasonal focal point.
Decorating the mantel is one of my favorite holiday traditions—second only to trimming the tree itself. The mantel becomes the crown of the room’s seasonal decorating, so I like to keep it balanced: a prominent sign or centerpiece paired with a few well-chosen accents that tell a story without overwhelming the space.
I spend many cozy evenings browsing Pinterest and seasonal magazines to gather ideas for each year’s mantel. Lately I’ve seen the “Farm Fresh Christmas Trees” sign everywhere, and it’s easy to see why: it’s classic, simple, and it pairs beautifully with farmhouse-inspired accents. I discovered the original design came from Katie at Modern Mountain Life, and I used her silhouette as the inspiration for my own version.
I made my sign using her original silhouette design and am really pleased with how it turned out. If you prefer to purchase a ready-made sign or a stencil, there are options available from makers who create the same popular motif. For those who like to DIY, the design translates easily to a simple painted sign or vinyl stencil on reclaimed wood.
One detail I love about my sign is that it’s reversible. I couldn’t decide between two concepts, so I painted both sides and now I can flip the sign depending on the mood or the rest of my decor. I’ll be sharing the other side soon, along with a short explanation of how I achieved the shiplap appearance on the background. If you’re interested in making a basic large wood sign yourself, you can follow a step-by-step tutorial on how to construct and finish the board for painting or stenciling.
To keep the mantel feeling cohesive, I kept the styling simple and layered a few textures. I used galvanized baskets filled with lamb’s ear—they’ve been a neutral staple through several seasons and still look fresh at Christmastime. I left the cotton stems from fall in place and added rustic pomegranate branches to bring in a splash of muted color and natural shape. A close-up of the branches highlights how small natural elements can add depth without cluttering the mantel.
I also added a playful “Let’s Mistletoe” pillow to introduce a touch of whimsy. I try to limit new throw pillows to one per season so the decor stays intentional rather than overstuffed. This pillow felt like the perfect, cheerful accent for holiday entertaining and family photos.
On the opposite side of the mantel I placed a set of wooden nesting houses to balance the stockings. These small, simple pieces add height and charm without competing with the sign. They coordinate well with the overall neutral, farmhouse palette and helped create a pleasing visual triangle across the mantel.
My living room tree is our family tree, full of ornaments collected over many years. I love the history it represents, so I style it simply: a few ribbons—I prefer a navy plaid for contrast—and small, nostalgic touches like wooden skis from a previous season’s finds. A ruffled burlap tree skirt softens the base and completes the layered, homey look.
I’ll be sharing more rooms and details from around the house over the next couple of weeks, including a closer look at the reversible sign and a simple how-to for creating a shiplap background on a painted board. If you enjoy farmhouse-inspired holiday decorating, stay tuned for ideas that are easy to recreate and adaptable to your own home.
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