CHRISTMAS PREP WITH ME || Setting Up My Tree, Unboxing Last Years Decor + This Year Decorating Plans

[@Ashley_Christine]

Good for you for calling out the negative comments left on your page. If you don’t have anything nice to say then don’t say it at all. I love your channel and I hope you keep to your true self and do what makes you happy!

[@cozyaholic]

I personally have never left a negative comment on someone else’s style. It’s crazy how people can have the nerve to do that! Definitely not tolerating it. They probably aren’t even subscribed or care about my channel anyway haha

[@Ashley_Christine]

@@cozyaholic neither have I. If you don’t like it then don’t watch. Your subscribers love your style and content so I’m glad you’re not letting it get to you

[@Spedteacher2020]

This is the world now….hateful, rude, and ill mannered. My circle is getting smaller as time goes on.

[@Ashley_Christine]

@@Spedteacher2020 sad how hateful it has become. I am intentionally making my group smaller too, quality over quantity.

[@stephanyg2208]

I came here to say the same thing. Good for you for calling it out and standing up for yourself! It's your channel and your money. I absolutely love your channel and your style!

[@sherryanderson25]

Ignore the haters!!! Your wrapping ideas are perfect for photos and/or display. It is a cute idea especially when you have a little ones and can’t put their presents out till Christmas Eve.

[@cozyaholic]

Omg yes!! My oldest Carter somehow located the stash of Christmas gifts that I have and it was a nightmare trying to get him to forget about them LOL! I’m definitely not pulling them out till the night before

[@angiieh21]

Girl, I’m not a KZbinr or take pictures for social media, but I’m still planning to have fake gifts under the tree just for aesthetic purposes. I love your style and you’re a great inspiration for many of us! ❤️

[@rociojimenez1814]

Remove and block all those toxic and negative people. Thank you for sharing your ideas on how to decor our homes. You are such an inspirations and enjoy watching every single video. ✨ And BTW I used your idea of wrapping empty boxes at the office. My team really enjoyed the Christmas decor.

[@goodehome]

Oh my gosh, I don't understand why people think they have the right to tell you how to live your life. You do you! Personally I love the idea to wrap fake gifts, it's a great way for parents to 'hide' the actual gifts from their kids, create a cozy and complete look, and keep garbage boxes out of landfills! Keep doing what you do ! I love your channel and love to see how you decorate!

[@Shy808]

Hey I love your empty presents 😄 I don't put gifts under the tree until Christmas Eve because my kids will peak or crush it! 😆 So faux gifts would be perfect but I can't even wrap the real gifts on time 😆 I just started matching my gift wrap to my tree colors. Thanks for the inspiration. Love your channel so much. And your babies are adorable! Take care! 💕

[@cozyaholic]

Thanks so much!! I’ll definitely share some gift wrapping ideas soon! I love the tree/gift matching as well 🥰

[@laughlovelangella]

So excited to see what you do for the holidays! I absolutely loved your home last year and have no doubt I will again this year 🎄 Do your best to ignore the negative nancys of the world, they will always exist. Do what you enjoy for your family! ❤

[@wk187]

Brenda, as a young new home owner, I’m struggling with storing all of my seasonal decor so that it takes up less space in storage, is organized, and doesn’t get damaged! I’d love to see a video about your storage hacks that keep your decor in great condition for next year. And thank you for sharing your stunning design style with us, I’m always trying to emulate some of these styles in my own home!

[@cozyaholic]

I’ll definitely share a video on organizing soon!

[@smautierperez7]

I totally love your daughter’s energy. She reminded me of my two younger daughters at that age. Continue to share your context and include the kiddos and don’t concern yourself with the negative vibes!

[@bellagarcia6112]

Thank God you posted I'm on my lunch break & I needed a sense of 'grown up' I teach 3 year olds 😂 I'm hoping to implement beautiful Christmas decor in my classroom because they love when I decorate I definitely get a lot of ideas from you!😍

[@cozyaholic]

Omg!! 😆 I don’t think I could ever be a teacher but if I ever was, I’d be so excited to fully decorate the classroom hahah🥹

[@Melissa-cy1xy]

Same - Elementary SLP here!

[@cozyaholic]

You guys are amazing for what you do!! Being a teacher is such a selfless job especially with todays world 💕

[@emguilbe]

I’m retired Sp. Ed from N.Y. I’m enjoying the ideas 😊

[@noemijones5925]

I love your decor style. You’re the reason why I bought the garland bells last year. 😌You inspired me to change up my style from flocked to more natural green. *the empty box idea is a great idea. Stores do it all the time, and YOU actually kept yours to possibly reuse. Continue to delete negative comments. 👏🏼 Who wants/needs that energy?!… No One! Keep doing what you do, we appreciate you! ❤

[@juliamihajlovich]

Girl, no one should hate on you. I am a stay at home mom and I still wrapped 10 empty amazon boxes and tied them with ribbon because it is beautiful and makes me happy. If other’s are rolling their eyes, that’s their issue to be critical about. Good for you! Give me all the ideas to be extra! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😍😍😍

[@Hannah_naylor_]

I’m really loving the asymmetrical vibe of your mantle. I think you had a good call on it balancing out from your Christmas tree. Also, no need to apologize for calling out negative people. We don’t have time or energy to spend on anyone that doesn’t have anything nice to say! I love you friend!!!!❤

[@ilovetodaycoaching6865]

Yes!! I delete and block all negativity. We wouldn't tolerate it in our "real life" so why do we in this realm? Strong lady! Boundaries are healthy! I love your channel and I have zero complaints! 💕🎄

[@teyahgrantham8929]

I love your channel and decor ideas!! Also I love wrapping presents so I really appreciate the wrapping combo ideas! Thank you for sharing even through the negativity😊❤

[@shannondowns5095]

LOVE this style of video where we can see the whole process...that is a lot more fun! I can't imagine having to deal with mean people on youtube. You are just the nicest girl and you shouldn't have to hear from people who are so negative. We are all here for your great sense of style, your love of decorating and your awesome personality. Can't wait to see how your whole house is decked out for Christmas!

[@cozyaholic]

I’ll definitely try to film more videos like this!! 🫶🏼

[@linp1268]

Happy Friday Brenda. You look so pretty! Love your hair and the beautiful cozy dress. The green garland and the bells are perfect!! Love that style. I was so excited when you opened up your bins to see all the fun treasures inside. The wrapped gift boxes are so cute. I think they add a whimsical touch under your tree and I think we can all do with some of that for the holiday season. Great job as always!! 🤗

[@terryshelton4882]

People just need to stop judging others. I for one love your channel and I look forward to seeing how you are going to decorate! I feel blessed that you go through so much to make it look beautiful for us! Everyone just needs to lift each other up and show love. I appreciate what you do! God has given you a gift and a talent so you be you!

[@eliannisgarcia394]

Never thought about doing the fake presents! But such a great idea! Makes the tree and the vibe better, will be doing this 🥰

[@michelleadams8350]

I’m new to your channel & I love all the ideas you give. Don’t let the negativity ruin what you do. You keep doing what you like & love. Thanks for sharing

[@amandaellis8384]

I decorated a retail store before and designers definitely do fake presents. Love it! ❤

[@pattywinkle8791]

I have an idea for your table sitting situation. You could use one of the wooden chairs at each end of the table and use the poofs on one side of the table. Like a bench. Then the two chairs in the living room you could put on either side of the fireplace and center the sofa in front of the fireplace or use the chair's in your bedroom if there's space. You would have to move the tree over for extra space if course. Happy Decorating!🥰

[@DelightfullyDaniLynn]

I love the garland to one side and the stockings on the other. It’s the style this year! I love it!!

[@cozyaholic]

I’ll see if I can double stack to have it flow better or maybe find an alternative that gives more easily!

[@journalologyandcoofficial]

Omg! I love the way you store your decorations and the containers. ♥️🤗😝

[@jeanjames4335]

Amen !! You are so right,its your home, your money ,and you do what you love,also for those who who wants new ideas. We can not please everyone.

[@gloriacoronado6326]

Thanks for sharing your decor ideas. It’s nice to see other people who enjoy the little things. Keep sharing your ✨💕

[@mamabear6153]

And I LOVE “the fake presents” idea I will use that idea this year it’s extra decor 🥰

[@cozyaholic]

Woohoo!! It really completes the Christmas spirit! 💕

[@GardenMinistry.]

100%!! I do this every year actually! I just reuse old ones from last year, works great!

[@irisrivas6603]

the babies are so cute! :0) funny the way they show up looking for something new to play

[@stellavillalobos1984]

Good for you ignore and block the haters.. I love your little beautiful helpers 😊

[@Teaally1913]

Your Christmas decor looks great. Thank you for posting & give me so many ideas I never would have thought of.

[@debbiebrunson6333]

Appreciate your positive energy to dismiss the haters. Your channel your content. If others don’t like it they have options, keep it moving. I enjoy your channel and content and thank you for sharing!

[@aquinopm]

Brenda I love all your ideas! The table is beautiful either way. You are a very busy lady, and yet you make time for us, the viewers. Thank you we appreciate you❤

[@Melissa-cy1xy]

Also, I loved the wrapped boxes as decor! 😍 How economical. A box with some beautiful paper. Hobby Lobby literally *sells* wood planks with ribbon as fake "gifts" used as decor. No worries here!

[@dotmaines3684]

I love your channel and your kids are so sweet! My goal for social media is always be positive and NEVER be negative. I go with this for Facebook also. We don’t need the negativity for sure.

[@SS-pn7kh]

I love your table as is!!!! Looks so good. Beautiful ❤

[@jl8805]

Idk why but this was one of my favorite videos of yours, and that says alot cuz I absolutely love all your videos 😅 🥰

[@christophermendez295]

That black ribbon on the paper look 10/10. Obsessed 😍

[@dotmaines3684]

Oh my, we used to have kitchen chairs just like those! I love the table the way it is,but would also look nice the color of the chairs.

[@tammyhale982]

Good for you ...and it's not a waste ...your showing ideas and filling in dead space plus you can stack as decor ...people are so closed minded and over exert their negative opinions...I love what you do never stop being you love it !!!!

[@Veronica-uv9ng]

I love the faux gifts under the tree! I do it with craft paper and change the ribbon each year. 🎁

[@karenmarie3763]

Brenda, your channel is amazing and I hope you don’t let the trolls wear you down, healthy minded people don’t go around tearing down other people, says everything about them, keep being you because we love you ❤

[@cozyaholic]

Love you too!!! 🥺💕 you guys are the sweetest and most supportive group and I’m so so thankful for you!!

[@nathaliepelletier1351]

I love how you style the fire place.

[@CasitaBuenosDiaz]

I love the brown (craft) and black craft paper for wrapping. It’s cost less to use craft paper than wrapping paper. I prefer to spend more on the ribbons than the paper. It’s looking so good! You do you and toss the haters to the side. ❤

[@hopenfaith5744]

Hi Cozyaholic! I love watching your videos and I just want to say its inspiring to watch them. Thank you for providing your own home decor tips. Unfortunately there will always be people that dont have nothing nice to say. What do they say? Hurt people, hurt people. You keep moving forward and good for you deleting negative comments!

[@Operainthewoods]

Beautiful! I loved the clear and black ornaments you found at Walmart last year and was so bummed I couldn’t find them lol! Gorgeous decor as always!♥️🎄♥️

[@crystaldawn3477]

I love everything about your channel! You do an amazing job and never mind the haters. Keep on doing you because it’s fabulous!!

[@esthergarcia3457]

Love your stuff!! Awesome and by the way where did you get your cocktail table. Your style is great!!

[@cozyaholic]

Do you mean coffee table? If so here’s the link!! www.jcpenney.com/p/signature-design-by-ashley-watson-cocktail-table/pp5007620114?pTmplType=regular&country=US&currency=USD&selectedSKUId=79423940018&selectedLotId=7942394&fromBag=true&Coffee%20Tables&cid=cse%7Cgoogle%7C%7cCoffee%20Tables_79423940018&kwid=productads-adType%5EPLA&gbraid=0AAAAADq1iuCFaq79y9gt-vyoaFwIEl4Ef&gbraid=0AAAAADq1iuCFaq79y9gt-vyoaFwIEl4Ef&gclid=CjwKCAjwzY2bBhB6EiwAPpUpZqNXztYQhXeofZ7QbS4Izo2cL1PeV8U9YkRaXRQ0AYsMmBQGjFScSBoColsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

[@angelawhite6296]

I agree with you 100%! People can be cruel with their comments. As far as the fake presents go…back many years ago when everybody had the massive entertainment centers, 😂 I would wrap fake gifts and stage them on top of it. I added greenery with lights and I always got compliments on it. Keep doing what you love! Your channel is great!

[@krismatson2137]

I don't understand why people have to say anything if they don't like something. I wrap faux gifts as well because I like a completed look all month long. My mom use to wrap bricks up as gifts because her faux tree was a bit wobbly and it kept it more stable! Thanks for taking us along and sharing your planning thoughts - I like to hear others thought processes and talking about decor any time.

[@koteek8657]

I agree on leaving the table un-stained until you’re 100% sure. I love the current color btw! It can go with almost any style. You could always add a table runner if you want a change. But no matter what you make amazing design choices. :)

[@barbaraspeicher669]

Good for you for calling them out. I agree, a tree needs presents under it and I don't buy a lot of gifts to put under it anymore. I have wrapped boxes to make the tree look complete. I also sometimes wrap my pictures I have hanging on the wall as gifts over the years. The haters should stick to if you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything at all.

[@beckymoe9194]

The jingle sound is beautiful ❤👍

[@sherransukhra7577]

Love all of your Christmas decorations, I think the gifts boxes are a great ideas, ❤ love it I will definitely try that idea so my Christmas tree will always have gifts underneath, thank you for all your ideas ❤

[@linhmoberly4493]

There are always some negative people…. Can’t please everyone.. so.. u do you, love ur videos. Very inspirational, learn lots from u . Thanks ❤

[@Bella_Marie]

I always love to watch your channel you give out good ideas. You do you and who cares about anyone else.

[@yorkielover1027]

Don’t stain those beautiful pieces! 🙏 I think your garland looks great on one side. You just need to add a few more things and move the stockings to the right side corner. You can add your rustic bells, some flower picks and maybe a bow to the corner of the garland. I saw someone else do that recently and it looked gorgeous without looking overdone. Very chic. I can’t wait to see your home transform!!! And who cares if you wrap empty boxes!!!! If you’ve seen Lone Fox, he just bought these fake breads to put in his new kitchen. And I’m sure it will also look great! Love from DC!

[@NaS94612]

My husband and I moved this past year to his home state and it’s the 2nd year my mother in law has been able to see my Christmas decor in person. To her I go crazy lol because every year I buy new things to add and I always change up how I decorate. I’d say 90% of my decorations are from years past and 10% is new. She’s been decorating the same way with the same things for 30 years! (Since my husband was born) and I love her tradition of that… but for me, I like to be creative lol

[@snarlyelf5468]

Faux candles are a must in our household. Our cat is an idiot and thinks he’s fireproof. The absolute last straw was when he jumped into one of those big candle-in-a-jar deals. He didn’t get burned, thankfully, but he did end up coated in wax. We ended up having to take him to the vet to get it all out. He came home wax-free, but they weren’t able to get the color out. He was bright pink for weeks. It’s been faux candles for us ever since.😂

[@cathycolegrove2893]

I can’t believe people would send you negative comments! Everything you do is gorgeous and if they didn’t like it just don’t watch but definitely remember what your mother taught you “if you can’t say something nice don’t say anything at all!”

[@Mitah92]

Love it!!!!! It’s your money! You do what you want with it!!! ❤

[@hannahwaltman6281]

hey Brenda! I know I am late, but I still hope you see this! I love watching your videos and can't for all your Christmas content! Btw, I LOVE your sweater.

[@susanstones347]

First time I’ve watched you & i absolutely love it.I love wrapped presents that are fake it looks lovely and can’t believe people would say such things.My lovely father used to say it’s nice to be nice & you are very nice & have impeccable taste.I am going to sub to you today 🤗

[@christysowers9047]

So sorry that people have to be so negative. Your home is beautiful, and I love your ideas. Keep doing you!

[@dianaasencio5397]

Unbelievable!! Just do whatever you want, loving your idea’s

[@jackiewaite2727]

I think you should leave the table alone and paint the chairs black. Lovely find. So pretty!!

[@leanita2004]

Hi Brenda, looking the garland it looks good halfway with the trees on the other side and the stockings look good

[@leanita2004]

Add a few stems to the side where the stockings so it would look a little bit more Filler

[@inspirediris]

I love the chairs like that!!! Love it I feel like it gives it so much more character! Like a vintage-y vibe!!! Love it!!! But if your heart says go dark go for it! You don’t want to look at it all day with an itch just wondering 😂😂 that happens to me! Love your style!!!

[@cozyaholic]

That’s exactly what I’m going for!! Some are suggesting painting the chairs black but I literally got rid of the black spindle ones I had for these 😂 I love it! Maybe I’ll try to stain another piece of wood and compare

[@dianeleblanc3965]

You shouldn’t have to explain why you don’t want to explain, there will always be more people out there that love what you do than a few that don’t (might seem like there’s a lot that’s because you’re reaching a large platform). Really enjoy your video, waiting for the next one. And children are really cute and curious, fun watching them. ❤️🤶

[@sandrarios328]

I like the half way look.Maybe you can double it with another garland…just an idea.Love your decor style.Can’t wait to see how it all turns out 🥰

[@lauragarrette9220]

Hi Brenda 💓 I really love ur style and the gift boxes looks s great I love the idea 💡 thanks so much for sharing a big fan Laura xoxo

[@zereplaurie]

I, too, have fake gifts under mine, and I bought them wrapped, so you definitely spent less than me, but like you, I feel it's your money to with what you want! Love your channel! 👍🏼

[@robailey3339]

A few years ago me aunts house was broken into before Christmas. From that tome we have wrapped boxes for decoration and don’t bring gifts out until the day before Christmas.

[@saiko-elajolote2772]

Aww me encantó ver tus hijos ayudándote 😅💗💗 tu decoración es de lo más elegante y exquisito 👌💕

[@carrieh922]

Loving your ideas! I think you should leave the table lighter. I love the contrast.

[@debanderson9797]

I love the idea of the fake presents, I'm gonna do this myself this year

[@oleksandraromantyeyeva4421]

I love it too! I did the fake presents after watching Brenda's videos last year and I loved it, will do this year again!

[@MsHAHall]

Same!

[@jdg814]

Love your channel. Started watching last Holiday season (your fall videos) and always look forward to your videos. I'm sorry you have received such negativity. Stay true to who you are. Have a wonderful Holiday season!!

[@gigimorales223]

Hi Brenda, loveeeeee❤❤❤ your channel and decor, keep doing what you doing.

[@deborahoster2651]

Other decorators wrap gifts with nothing inside. I'm thinking of doing the same. Good for you for speaking out!

[@karenrodriguez1774]

Love all your decor . Your kids are adorable.

[@MsHAHall]

Girl fuck them! Your (empty) gifts under the tree are SO cute and completes the look! I dont have kids, but I do have a tree and will not be hosting - those wrapped boxes would make my tree look a little more lovely. I'm going to try to do them! Thanks for the idea, Brenda!!

[@martibriley1841]

Block the haters. You do not need the negativity in your life. Donot watch much tv anymore for that reason. Love your channel.

[@maurianaisabella5237]

Dinning table turned out beautifully! I would personally stain it to a darker tone but either way will be nice! Could you link a suggested tripod that can be used for an IPhone?

[@angelicaaquino6287]

Es hermoso el candelabro , es la pieza perfecta para el comedor .

[@JessieBurwell]

I put fake presents under the tree too for aesthetic. So good for you for calling rude people out!! ❤

[@maitei7]

Girl, I'm not a youtuber and have always done the fake presents under the tree. Don't want anyone snooping on the real presents til the day of. Love your channel and the aesthetic you're going for this year. 💗

[@CreativeWriter72]

I know it's hard to ignore the haters, but there's more of us ❤❤❤ than them.😍 I love the faux gift look. Also, I love your vibe and eye for decor. Excited for the decorating video. 🤩

[@janiellemcleod9837]

Love you videos and your decor style! Ignore the haters. It's the internet so people feel bold to say whatever they want to behind their screens! What color is you used for your accent wall in your dining room?

[@LifewithIvy91]

The Leo came out! Lol as a Leo, I understand! Still a huge fan of yours and so is my Emily when you sing nursery rhymes! Love ya girl! You do you and decorate as you please! ❤

[@cozyaholic]

LOL! Girl, I finally had my chance to argue with a Karen at a festival in September and I can die in peace now. I always see these crazy things happening and I’m just like “why doesn’t it happen to meee!! Like, I’ll say something back 😤”. 😂

[@LifewithIvy91]

@@cozyaholic 😂😂

[@keilanit8441]

Love the dining chairs as is but- if you were to stain them I think a rich espresso brown color would be a great contrast to the table 💗

[@wonder5447]

I'm your biggest fan and on accident stole some of your ideas. I enjoy your blog and always look forward for more to come. Your doing a great job continue.

[@vanessamcdaniel9144]

Wrap as many fake presents you want girl! It’s cute and it’s a vibe and whoever doesn’t like it they don’t need to be on your channel. I’m a regular person not a KZbinr and I was thinking about putting fake presents under my tree because I have toddlers and don’t want them messing with the real ones. Love your channel 😊

[@cozyaholic]

Plus, if fills up the tree for the time being since I’m decorating so early! Helps with the Christmas blues too when there’s no more presents to unwrap lol!

[@tammyjorrak1371]

I love the rug under your table ❤ I’m struggling with finding a rug that’s affordable

[@cathleensmith4243]

I have just found your channel and I love it! You have given me so many cute ideas. Ignore those who seem to be a grinch about your style and choices. Adorable channel!

[@cozyaholic]

Hehe I love “grinch”. Maybe I’ll start calling them that from now on lol! Thanks so much for watching! 💕

[@Leviackerman-fb8fz]

Awesome choices looks Soo high end

[@lauriediener5328]

Beautiful Christmas decorations! 🪴

[@ceciliagarza21]

Loved the vlog style of you decorating!🌟🤍🌲

[@cozyaholic]

Yay!! I’ll definitely make sure to involve you guys in the behind the scenes more often! 💕

[@estherbailey8141]

I love your console table and dining table the color they are. That’s so nice. I’m wondering if you could do the chairs the same color? I do like the contrast of the darker chairs also. I LOVE your candelabra from hearth and hand. That’s gorgeous.

[@cozyaholic]

I would but after sanding and stripping that table, I don’t ever want to touch anything else 😂 Especially those chairs with all the grooves hahaha

[@sherrylane797]

You go girl!!!! I agree. No need to be rude. Get rid of the negative people! YOU ARE AWESOME! Also, I do empty packages!!!! :)

[@bellescosycorner]

Your items look lovely, I also have a few faux presents under the tree before Xmas , I agree it looks too empty , I bought a gorgeous faux fur one from tkmaxx (Scotland) last year and made a jute and brown paper one to go with it 🥰, looking forward to your next video x

[@penelope.1904]

Stain them a perfect dark color that will go with everything.