December arrives with a glow — twinkling lights, warm blankets, joyful gatherings, and the deep reminder that this season isn’t just about the décor… It’s about the heart of the home.
At Build to Your Taste, we believe your environment shapes your peace, your routines, and your ability to enjoy the moments that matter.
Christmas can be wonderful — but it can also bring clutter, chaos, and stress if we’re not careful. This month, we’re helping families create calm holiday rhythms, organized spaces, and memories rooted in gratitude and faith.
Let’s walk through what it means to create peace, purpose, and joy throughout your home this Christmas.
1. A December Mindset: Slow Down & Savor the Season
While the world moves fast, December invites you to slow down.
To breathe.
To reflect.
Christmas is a celebration of love — a reminder that God showed up for us in the simplest of ways. And your home can mirror that same simplicity and warmth.
This month, try this mindset shift:
“I choose presence over perfection.”
You don’t need a picture-perfect home — just a peaceful one.
And you deserve a home that supports your well-being, not drains it.
🧹 2. The Christmas Declutter: Make Room for Joy
Before the gifts come in and the gatherings begin, give your home space to breathe.
3 Quick Areas to Declutter This Week:
- The Entryway
Remove old shoes, expired mail, and things that don’t belong. This sets the tone for peace the moment you walk in. - The Living Room
Clear the surfaces — the coffee table, TV stand, and end tables. Christmas décor looks best in a clean space.
- The Kitchen Counters
This is where the holiday magic happens — baking, serving, laughing. Clear the clutter so joy can flow.
Small steps create a big impact. Even 10 minutes a day can transform the room and your spirit.
3. Decorating With Intention: Warm, Cozy & Clutter-Free
A peaceful Christmas home doesn’t require more stuff — just purposeful placement.
Try these Build to Your Taste-inspired décor tips:
- Add a single statement piece (like a wreath or nativity) instead of over-decorating
- Choose a color palette and stick with it to avoid visual clutter
- Use soft lighting — candles, warm bulbs, string lights
- Add cozy textures: blankets, pillows, throws
- Display décor that has meaning — family ornaments, faith symbols, handwritten notes
Remember:
The goal is peace. The goal is comfort. The goal is home.
4. Hosting Without the Stress: A Calm & Organized Holiday Home
If you’re hosting Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, or Holiday dinners, here’s how to create a stress-free experience:
Set up Zones Before Guests Arrive:
- Drink Station (water, cider, sparkling options)
- Snack Station (light bites so people don’t crowd the kitchen)
- Gift Drop Area (a basket by the tree)
- Coat Area (with hangers or labeled space)
Quick 10-Minute Host Prep:
- Turn on music or a Christmas playlist
- Light a candle
- Fluff the couch pillows
- Wipe the main surfaces
- Put one pot of cider or hot cocoa on warm
Hosting becomes peaceful when you prepare early and don’t overthink it.
5. A Faith Moment: Make Room in Your Heart & Home
One of the most beautiful parts of Christmas is remembering the message:
“Peace on earth, goodwill toward all.” — Luke 2:14
This season is about hope, light, and love entering the world.
Let your home reflect that same spirit.
Here are simple ways to bring faith into your space:
- Keep a Scripture card on the mantle
- Pray while decorating
- Read a verse before opening gifts
- Hang a “gratitude ornament” and write blessings throughout the month
Peace is a gift — but it’s also something we cultivate daily.
6. Gift Ideas That Reduce Clutter (Not Create It!)
Choose gifts that bring joy without adding more “stuff.”
Here are clutter-free gift ideas:
- Experience gifts (museums, cooking classes, spa vouchers)
- Digital books or devotionals
- Productivity tools or planners
- Home organization sessions (yes — your Build to Your Taste gift cards!)
- Personalized photo books
- Subscription boxes for wellness or faith
These gifts last long after the wrapping paper disappears.
7. Holiday Routines That Keep Your Home Calm
To keep the season peaceful, try these simple weekly routines:
Weekly Holiday Routine:
- 15-minute reset per room
- Empty one clutter hotspot
- Toss expired food before shopping
- Prep a simple weekly meal plan
- Do one load of laundry, start to finish
Daily “Peace in Every Corner” Reset:
- Make the bed
- Clear one surface
- Sweep/spot vacuum
- Put away items that belong in another room
Consistency > Perfection.
8. End-of-Year Reflection: What Do You Want Your Home to Feel Like in 2026?
Before January arrives, take a moment to reflect:
- What areas of my home need a fresh start?
- What brought peace this year?
- What created stress?
- What systems can I improve?
- What do I want my home to feel like next year?
Write these answers down.
Your future self will thank you.
🎁 A Christmas Blessing From Build to Your Taste
May your home be filled with:
✨ Warmth
✨ Laughter
✨ Clarity
✨ Order
✨ Faith
✨ And peace in every corner
We are honored to walk with you — helping you simplify, organize, and create a home that feels like love.
Merry Christmas, from our family to yours.
With love,
Build to Your Taste
Renee and Adrianne