A Haven for Beautiful Holiday Living — Without the Stress.
At Stress Free Holiday Home, we believe the holidays should feel as good as they look.
Founded by renowned designer and holiday strategist Ann McDonald, this space was created for women who long for peaceful, elegant, memory-rich celebrations without the overwhelm, clutter, or chaos. Here, we don’t chase perfection — we craft environments of meaning, beauty, and calm.
Whether you’re decorating one room or two homes, whether you host lavish family dinners or quietly light Advent candles with your spouse — this blog is your trusted guide. We offer elevated decorating inspiration, time-saving systems, and luxury-style strategies that bring joy back to the season.
You can have it all — the ambiance, the meaning, and the moment — without burning out.
That’s the Stress Free Holiday Home promise.
Meet Ann McDonald
Founder. Decorator. Mentor. Legacy Designer.
Ann McDonald is more than a holiday decorator — she’s a seasonal lifestyle architect.
For over two decades, Ann has transformed ordinary homes into breathtaking seasonal sanctuaries. From couture-level Christmas installs to tradition-rich Thanksgiving tablescapes, she’s worked with families, influencers, CEOs, and everyday hosts who care deeply about what their home says during the most meaningful months of the year.
But Ann’s mission goes beyond decorating. Her passion lies in teaching others how to design homes and holidays that speak to their values, nurture their families, and leave a legacy of beauty and peace.
Now, through the Stress Free Holiday Home blog, Ann brings her years of expertise, elegant systems, and no-fluff approach to decorators, homemakers, and hosts worldwide.
Inspiring You to Decorate with Meaning — and Style
Get You Motivated!
At Stress Free Holiday Home, we believe your holiday decor should do more than just sparkle — it should tell a story. Every garland, ribbon, and table setting has the power to reflect your values, traditions, and love for the season. Whether you’re designing for a full house or a quiet Christmas morning, our goal is to help you create an environment that feels deeply personal and effortlessly elegant. No fluff, no fuss — just beautifully guided inspiration that feels like it was made just for you.
Through timeless tips, high-impact visuals, and real-life stories from Ann herself, you’ll discover a new rhythm for seasonal decorating — one rooted in grace, confidence, and style. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, under-inspired, or unsure where to begin, this is your new starting point. You’re not just decorating… you’re crafting the backdrop to your family’s most treasured moments.
For Designers, By Design
Decorating for the holidays is more than a job — it’s an art form with the power to transform a space, a season, and a family’s most cherished memories. Stress Free Holiday Home was created to support designers who want to offer more than trendy tablescapes or rushed installs.
It’s for those who crave structure, style, and a deeper sense of purpose behind every garland, ribbon, and reveal. Here, design is intentional, profitable, and anchored in timeless holiday joy.
Inside Stress Free Holiday Home, decorators and aspiring pros gain more than just tips and tutorials. They access a lifestyle of creative clarity, business integrity, and elegant transformation. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just stepping into the world of seasonal styling.
Ann invites you to learn how to create not just pretty rooms — but purpose-filled, profitable experiences that clients remember for life.
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