
Looking for some inspiration on decorating your kitchen island for Christmas? This post will show you 15 minimalist ideas for your kitchen island centerpiece.
I have always been more of a maximalist at heart. However, becoming a mom and filling your home with so many things for a little human can turn you quickly into a minimalist because there is always so much “stuff”.
At the same time, you want to make sure that your little ones experience the magic and joy of Christmas, am I right? So, I am always looking for ways to incorporate holiday decorating without going overboard.
You might want to consider using the kitchen island as a space to add some simple Christmas decor. Grab a base or tray and fill it with your favorite holiday things. Here are a few Christmas centerpiece ideas:

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15 Minimalist Christmas Kitchen Island Decor Ideas
01 | Place faux garland, mini trees and tapered candles as a centerpiece

I’m clearly a fan of Christmas garland everywhere. It looks especially chic on a large kitchen island. Add a few small trees to create a winter wonderland.
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02 | Fill the space with a tray of sisal Christmas trees

Enchanted Forest: Bring the enchantment of a winter forest indoors with a whimsical tray arrangement.
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03 | Use a wood slice as a tray centerpiece

Start with a wooden tray as the base and arrange pinecones, bottle brush trees, and a winter candle for a rustic touch.
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04 | Glass vases filled with pine needles & pine cones

Use faux snow mixed in with pinecones and branches to create a Winter frost theme.
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05 | White village homes and small trees

I love the look of small white village collections for Christmas, adorn them a top a golden tray for an elegant holiday look.
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06 | Wooden tiered tray and village with trees

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07 | Round rattan tray with nutcracker

Create a neutral bohemian Christmas look by using a round rattan tray and add a white wooden nutcraker with a small flocked tree.
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08 | Apothecary jars filled with candies

You can keep things incredibly fun and simple by using a grouping of apothecary jars filled with Christmas candy.
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09 | A trio of mini trees in white planters

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10 | Place berry branches in a large vase

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11 | A wood bowl full of ornaments and twinkle lights

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12 | A neutral tray of Christmas accessories

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13 | Pine Cone garland with lanterns and candles



14 | A snowy jar of Christmas trees

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15 | Amber bottles filled with pine branches

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