It’s a Mad Mad (for PLAID) World!

It’s timeless, typically rustic, often classic, best friends with country, and crazy cool with crisp mountain air. If you’re still irritated that I’m turning the clock forward before we pass Le Ween, simmer down now. Be annoyed with dreaded shipping delays and inventory shortages but not with the blogger of buffalo checks. She just had a day for the books (more ’bout that later) *end of sob story*. In fact, Don’t Get Mad, Get PLAID for the Holidays.

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Plaid Decor Ideas for Winter & Holiday

Black & Natural Accents

Isn’t it refreshing?

Find more black and neutral interior inspiration in THIS.

Vintage Plaids

Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Plaid paradise! Vintage truck at Urban Farmgirl’s Holiday Open House in Rockford, IL!

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Whimsical Christmas Tree With Red Checks

Are you on the bandwagon?

American farmhouse Christmas decor and vintage holiday decorating ideas at Urban Farmgirl in Rockford, Illinois. #hellolovelystudio #urbanfarmgirl #christmasdecor #farmhousechristmas #holidaydecor
Hello Lovely Studio…in case you admire farmhouse plaids.
Frosty the Snowman movie quote about the snow on Hello Lovely. #holidayquotes #christmasquotes #snowquotes
Christmas quote from The Grinch Who Stole Christmas movie. #holidayquotes #moviequotes #christmasquotes
Christmas plaid farmhouse Christmas decor in a vintage truck at Urban Farmgirl - November 2019.
Photo: Hello Lovely Studio…hello lovely Urban Farmgirl goodness indeed.

Plaid Decor Finds!

There’s something so classic about plaid for winter decor, holiday decorating, giftwrap, and casual interiors. START RIGHT HERE for some of all time favorite plaid decor!!!

Tartan Flannel Duvet Cover & Shams, Red
Red Tartan Flannel Bedding…in case you like snuggling up to your plaid.

Whether it’s a dramatic statement piece, a whimsical door mat,

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Hello Lovely Studio…in case you’re cuckoo for checks and farmhouse plaid.
Urban Farmgirl decorated for Christmas - Hello Lovely Studio.

or a subtle pop on a thermos, plaids are lovely…

Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Well, I’m just smitten. Photo/Design: AdventuresInAbbyLand. Ha! You’ve gotta love a “You Better Have Tacos” welcome at your holiday decorated entrance! Find options HERE.
Funny Christmas, winter, and holiday quote humor. #quotes #holidays #funnyquote #holidayquote #winterquote

(Can we get over the vibrancy of that red door with white brick…no, we cannot!)

Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Beautiful bold red door with wreath. AdventuresinAbbyland. Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Photo/Design: AdventuresInAbbyLand
Maid for Plaid Holiday Decor banner - Hello Lovely Studio. Come explore resources and inspiration for Christmas decorating ideas! #plaidholiday #christmasdecor #holidaydecor #holidayhome #farmhousechristmas #plaiddecor

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Find the Joyeux Noel dishtowel set HERE.

Rustic farmhouse Christmas cake with cherries, plaid table runner, and Joyeux Noel dish towel - Hello Lovely Studio.
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Need any plaid ribbon to wrap around a planter, wreath or garden urn for your entry? Me too!

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Would You, Could You, Plaid Pajamas?

Plaid family pajamas.Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Funny Christmas, winter, and holiday quote humor. #quotes #holidays #funnyquote #holidayquote #winterquote

A Plaid So Preppy It Hurts

If you have yet to discover tissue turtlenecks from J. Crew…oh my, I highly recommend them for layering (#squadmenopause).

YOU: I thought you said this was about plaid decor?

ME: Yes…well. Tie this lovely scarf over the stair bannister or leisurely leave it anywhere for instant holiday cheer.

j.crew: tartan scarf for women, right side, view zoomed
Tartan Scarf…in case tartan, checks, and plaid tingle your jingles.

A Blogger Famous for Tartans

I can’t help but think of Elizabeth at Pinecones & Acorns when I think of lovely plaids (and weiner dogs…she’s got a new pup!).

Beautiful spotted Dachsund puppy (Patches) all snug and cozy in plaid and tartan quilts - Pinecones & Acorns. #plaidbedding #plaiddecor #dachsunds #puppies #madforplaid
Patches is the new kid in town!
Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Paris – in Ralph Lauren/Pinecones & Acorns.

Isn’t this collection enviable!?!

Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Photo: Pinecones & Acorns

Plaid Gift Labels

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Oh, Mr. Gnome, So Glad You’re Plaid

Plaid Sitting Santa Gnome Plush Table Top Christmas Figure. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Plaid Gnome Christmas Figure: FIND HERE.

Nothing Says ‘I’m Sweet on Plaid’ Like a Shirt With a Leopard Print Tree

Christmas trees with plaid. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Funny quote and humor for holidays and Christmas. If anyone is shopping for me, I'm a size window seat in plane tickets. #funnyquote #humor #holidays #christmas

Plaid Stocking

Were this my stocking, I would stud it with a vintage costume jewelry brooch or five.

Cody Plaid Stocking. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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So Soft Plaid

Rustic Cabin Super Soft Plaid and Sherpa Throw Pillow. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Check This Out (see what i did there?)

Buffalo Check 5 Piece Quilt Set
5 Piece Buffalo Check Quilt Set…hello lovely indeed.

Old Fashioned & Classic

Luyen Plaid Napkin. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Plaid Napkin Set: FIND HERE.

Candy-like Plaids

10 Piece Plaid Dishcloth Set. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Funny holiday quote from Christmas Vacation Movie - Chevy Chase. #funnyquotes #moviequotes #christmasmovies

Time to Think Holiday Cards

"Buffalo Check" - Modern Holiday Postcards in Caramel by Julie Murray. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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This Will Work All Winter Long

Cloth Napkin Set: FIND HERE.

But Stripes…Stripes Are Nice Too

French Grain Sack Christmas Tree Skirt. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, stripes and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Buffalo Checks Look Good on You, Mama

Buffalo Plaid Apron. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Farmersville Plaid Check Design Tassel Trim Throw. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
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Cheers to You, Plaid!

Winter's Plaid Mug. Holiday decor inspiration with plaid, checks, and tartans! Come be inspired by this classic pattern for Christmas decorating. #plaid #christmasdecor #holidayinspiration #checks #decorating #inspiration
Winter Plaid Mug Set: FIND HERE.

My favorite everyday thing to wear in fall and winter? Plaid tunic over black leggings with thick, fuzzy-soft socks.

And you?

Is plaid a staple in your holiday decor or wardrobe?

If you missed my Warby Parker post encouraging you to go for their free home try-on program, see it HERE.

Should you need a kick-off to your holiday listening, let this gorgeous carol be it!!!

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Peace to you right where you are.

-michele

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12 Comments

  1. Alice Genzlinger
    November 8, 2018 / 6:29 am

    Beautiful music. Thank you.

    • michele
      Author
      November 8, 2018 / 9:18 am

      Thanks for tuning in, friend. Peace and love to you. xox

  2. Debbie Evans
    November 8, 2018 / 7:29 am

    As a sister in Christ, thank you for sharing the love of Christ and this absolutely beautiful video!

    • michele
      Author
      November 8, 2018 / 9:17 am

      You are welcome, sister. That song! It just pierces my heart every time. The light of the world is WITH us and FOR us. Peace and joy to you right where you are.

  3. November 8, 2018 / 7:46 am

    Michele,

    This is a fabulous post about one of my favorite things, plaid! You are so sweet to have mentioned me and to have shared my pups! They love their down Ralph Lauren plaid blankets. I cannot wait to check out your plaid links, I might need that t-shirt with the plaid and leopard trees!

    • michele
      Author
      November 8, 2018 / 9:14 am

      You make me love plaid even more, friend, with your devotion to it and how many gorgeous things you point us to! Thanks for sharing your sweet pups with the world – they bring us joy without even knowing it! xox

  4. November 8, 2018 / 11:32 am

    Hi Michele,
    Thanks for sharing Chris Tomlin’s Noel. It’s so powerful and wonderful!!! I love plaid bows on wreaths and plaid dinner napkins and that adorable wiener dog🙂

    • michele
      Author
      November 8, 2018 / 12:40 pm

      Can you believe there are two lookalike weenies – Pisa and Paris! They are such sweet ambassadors of plaid. Thanks for tuning in, lovely maker. It’s such a joy to see your new creations emerge each day to be enjoyed by countless souls. xox

  5. Joanna
    November 8, 2018 / 6:15 pm

    I love plaid or buffalo check at this time of year. I just bought a set of pjs for my visit to my daughters this
    Christmas. They are so soft! I think you’ll find me, enjoying a glass of wine in the evening and coffee in hand in the morning, wearing my plaid pjs. 😉

    My front porch is all decked out in red plaid wicker chair cushions and a red/black buffalo check doormat. A lovely red lantern, white skates with red laces and a berry wreath complete the look. Oh, and my raspberry red door is the perfect accompaniment. But, inside I’m decorating in white and gold this year. I plan on keeping it simple if I can restrain myself from buying every cute thing I see.

    I enjoyed Noel sung by this young lady but still prefer the classic version.

    • michele
      Author
      November 8, 2018 / 9:00 pm

      I absolutely love the sound of your front porch – oh my – those are beautiful choices, and I can only imagine how welcoming it must be. I need to get moving on my own decor plans for the holidays! Thanks so much for playing along. xox

  6. Amy
    November 4, 2021 / 8:30 am

    Noel…come & see what God has done! 🙌🏼Beautiful song! Omgoodness 😱…THAT adorable wiener dog!! My son wants one…I must send him that pic! Love my one tall skinny red plaid mug…I use all year long but especially enjoy it this time of year! Plaid =festive ‼️🎄

    • Michele
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      November 4, 2021 / 8:47 am

      NOEL…oh my, that carol just pierces my heart in powerful ways and feels so buoyant with hope and rejoicing and truth. How can I live into that sort of hope everyday? Makes me realize there are few things more beautifully transformative and sensually satisfying in life than music. I never tire of wearing plaid, and at this moment, I’m in new plaid jammies in reds and blues. Plaid dishtowels are used all year long, and plaid makes me feel nostalgic. Cheers to you in your skinny red mug. I needed caffeine in mine this morning – hahahahaha. 🙂

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