Holiday Photos

This is my little guys first Christmas so I’m extra excited about sending out holiday cards this year. I’ve been daydreaming about colors, layouts and photo props for months now. I have a list of requirements- Of course it has to be cute, super cute in fact, but with a touch of sophistication.
It also has to be classic, beautifully timeless, while still having a clean, modern appeal.

Kind of a tall order but I’m optimistic that I can work it all out. I’ve already scouted out the perfect moss covered forest and I bought a vintage wooden sled with bright red runners to plop him on. Now all I have to do is cross my fingers that we get a bit of snow in the next couple weeks (and come up with a back up plan if we don’t!).
In need of some holiday photo inspiration? Here’s some props that I think would be perfect in holiday photos…

1. You can't ever go wrong with a hand knit baby hat in a holiday photo. Etsy has tons of adorable ones, this ones from Simply Basic Designs .
2. If my little guy was small enough he would be tucked in this bowl for sure! Love the grain of the wood, it would be perfect with a furry white blanket. From Target.
3. Great for babies that are sitting and crawling, these striped legwarmers scream Christmas. From Baby Once.
4. Christmas balls (unbreakable of course) are great for scattering around your little nested baby. Shades of gold and cream add the perfect touch of sparkle to a neutral palette. From Target.
5. I love this chunky knit diaper cover! Perfect if you don't want to brave the potential mess of going sans diaper. From Kikis Kreations.
6. Glass glitter letters and numbers from Tinsel Trading Company would look beautiful hanging above a sleeping little one. You can spell out holiday words, their name, or even their date of birth. You could even mix in some glittery snowflakes or stars.
7. Cable knit booties are the perfect holiday take on those sweet feet closeups. From Baby Gap.
8. Love, Love, Love this trapper hat!! From Baby Gap.
9. This sheepskin pelt looks so soft and cozy. Put it in bowls, crates, baskets, or wrap your little one up in it. From Target.
10. Just like my vintage one, this sled is great for posing little ones. Drape it with fur for those newbies or take it out in the elements and let you LO's have a blast in the snow. From L.L. Bean.
11. The perfect, big bear for snuggling up to. From Amazon.
12. Snugly angora pom pom scarf would be wonderful for wrapping up little ones without breaking the bank. From Charlotte Russe.