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November 24, 2020 ~ 16 Comments
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Neutral Nativity Scene

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Create a neutral nativity scene with a thrift store set, wooden tray, and gorgeous faux greenery for a lovely Christmas vignette.

BE SURE TO FOLLOW TO THE END OF THE POST WHERE YOU WILL FIND A LIST OF ALL THE BLOGS ON TODAY'S TOUR AS WELL AS MY SHOP THE POST FOR my nativity scene vignette.

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This month's Pinterest Challenge is so fun and simple for the holidays. 

Welcome to another installment of our monthly Pinterest Challenges hosted by my sweet friend, Cindy, from County Road 407. 

This month for our Pinterest Challenge, we are recreating this beautiful crate with greenery and trees created by Grace House Interiors. Be sure to give the blog a visit. I love this idea! I created my own look using similar elements.

crate with greenery and trees

Isn't this pretty! It's such a simple way to decorate but looks amazing. 

If you are visiting from Yvonne over at Stone Gable, welcome! Yvonne's home and decor projects are always stunning. I always leave inspired. 

Neutral Nativity Scene

Takeaways for my Neutral Nativity

  • wooden base
  • greenery
  • ornaments with varying height

The beauty of Pinterest is that it's a springboard for inspiration. Don't feel like you have to break the bank recreating rooms, decor and projects that you see.

For example, I didn't have a crate for this challenge. That's ok! The crate was wood so I looked around the house for some sort of base that had a wooden element. This tray was perfect.

I was totally going to do something else, but I was drawn to the nativity that I had already set up on in the exact spot.

nativity scene

You'll notice that I added 2 bottle trees on the left side of the tray. From there, I began to place the nativity and additional greenery to fill out the space.

nativity scene

I've had the JOY word for several years now and is fitting with the Holy Family.

Also on OSH!  DIY Footed Tray

Would you believe that this nativity set was a thrift store makeover that you can read about in this post?  

I was so excited when I got home and started to paint the set that I realized that it was missing the most important part…..the baby Jesus!

If you are determined enough, you can find anything online. 

I actually found a great replacement on eBay!

nativity scene

Both of the bottle trees are the same height, but you'll notice that the inspiration photo had varying heights. 

I simple turned a silver dish upside down and used it as a riser. 

naticty scene

The tray was not large enough to display the entire nativity so I expanded it out on either side. The greenery and candles on either side helped to tie it all together. 

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nativity scene on table

Up next on today's tour is Laura from Decor to Adore. Laura has such a lovely home. I love her flair for vintage decor and period costumes!

neutral nativity scene

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  1. Kristin | White Arrows Home says

    November 27, 2020 at 4:24 PM

    I love this idea for setting up a nativity! It looks so beautiful on the tray with all the neutral touches!

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  2. Marty says

    November 27, 2020 at 1:31 PM

    I love your Nativity set up in your wooden tray. So beautiful and such a pretty idea. Adding the Christmas tree and part of the nativity outside the box brings more importance to the whole display. So pretty.

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  3. Amber says

    November 25, 2020 at 6:18 PM

    Christy I love this so much! Repainting a recently thrifted nativity set to give it a French/neutral look is one of my goals for next week! Yours turned out so beautiful. I love the tray you used and the mercury glass candle holders. Of course the mirror and all the furnishings are just gorgeous!

    So fun hopping with you! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  4. Crissy says

    November 25, 2020 at 12:36 AM

    This is absolutely beautiful, Christy! I love that you chose the nativity, and I can’t believe it was a thrift store makeover. Well done!

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  5. Lora Bloomquist says

    November 24, 2020 at 6:49 PM

    I love that you put the Nativity in a prominent place in the entry, Kristi. So pretty with the gold touches and evergreen; very elegant.Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

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  6. Michelle Meyer says

    November 24, 2020 at 2:16 PM

    Christy, I’m in love with your neutral color scheme of the nativity scene which is so calming. It makes me want to pause and reflect. Just lovely!

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  7. [email protected] says

    November 24, 2020 at 10:51 AM

    I have been looking for a nativity scene for years and had no luck but now I have a new vision! I’d love one that I can paint or redo somehow! Great idea. Love it that you used a wooden tray as well. So clever! Thank you for joining in. I’m always inspired by your decor.

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  8. lauraingallsgunn says

    November 24, 2020 at 10:43 AM

    Christy I am so inspired! I think I will follow your lead and take my creche figurines out of the stable this year. I’m singing GLORIA over this lovely idea.

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  9. Katie Mansfield says

    November 24, 2020 at 9:43 AM

    Haha. I found a lost baby Jesus on eBay too. I love your tray and your nativity makeover. Have a blessed Thanksgiving, Christy.

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  10. korilynmartin says

    November 24, 2020 at 9:39 AM

    I love your vignette! Absolutely stunning – Thanks for inspiring!! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  11. [email protected] says

    November 24, 2020 at 9:00 AM

    Hi Christy, I love how you added the nativity scene. Perfect and what a beautiful nativity!
    Happy Thanksgiving! laura in Colorao

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    • Christy says

      November 24, 2020 at 9:22 AM

      Thanks so much, Laura! I’m still amazed by the simple transformation that I gave it years ago. Got to love a great thrift store find!

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  12. Rachel Harper says

    November 24, 2020 at 8:20 AM

    Christy,
    I love how your incorporated the nativity scene on your tray. It’s just beautiful. So happy to do this challenge with you.
    Rachel

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    • Christy says

      November 24, 2020 at 9:23 AM

      Thanks so much, Rachel! So fun to be hopping with you. It’s such a fun monthly challenge.

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  13. paulasweetpea says

    November 24, 2020 at 8:01 AM

    Your neutral nativity scene is beautiful, Christy! I love how you used some of the scene in the tray and then flanked either side of the tray with more shepherds. This makes a lovely display for your table, one that you will really enjoy all of this Christmas season.

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    • Christy says

      November 24, 2020 at 9:24 AM

      Thanks so much, Paula! I love it in this spot this year. It’s a wonderful reminder as I walk by it throughout the day.

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