Stephanie Trantham Shares Holiday Décor Ideas and Standout Gift Picks with MacKenzie-Childs on YourUpdateTV
NEW YORK, Nov. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The holidays are here, and creating a home that feels festive, personal and full of meaning does not have to be complicated. During a recent satellite media tour in partnership with MacKenzie-Childs and D S Simon Media, lifestyle expert and home décor creator Stephanie Trantham of The Broadmoor House shared her favorite holiday decorating tips and standout gift picks from MacKenzie-Childs, the aspirational home brand known for its timeless craftsmanship and whimsical design.
Stephanie joined host stations across the country to walk viewers through her approach to decorating with intention, spotlight a one-of-a-kind collaboration ornament she designed with MacKenzie-Childs, and highlight functional, beautiful pieces that make meaningful gifts at every price point. Here are some of the top questions and expert insights from Stephanie Trantham, Lifestyle Expert and Creator of The Broadmoor House:
What are your top tips for decorating a home for the holidays in a way that feels personal and festive?
Stephanie believes great holiday decorating starts with one piece you love. “Decorating your home is a love note to your family,” she says. “It indicates to them that even the most ordinary night can be really special.”
Her approach is to decorate in sections, allowing different rooms to have their own color story while still making room for nostalgic, sentimental pieces. The goal is never to decorate for a magazine but to create a space that means something to the people who live in it.
Tell us about your collaboration with MacKenzie-Childs. What makes the ornament so special?
The MacKenzie-Childs x The Broadmoor House Glass Ball Ornament was designed by Stephanie in the signature black, white and gold of The Broadmoor House, complete with black velvet, rhinestone detailing and her logo as the topper. But what makes it truly special goes beyond the design. “Ornaments are something you bring out year after year,” says Stephanie. “They become more special over time, and to be a part of someone else’s story means so much to me. MacKenzie-Childs has been part of my family’s holiday traditions for all these years, and to be a part of that is really a special thought.”
What are some of the best MacKenzie-Childs pieces that combine style and functionality?
When it comes to pieces that balance style and functionality, Stephanie’s go-to is the MacKenzie-Childs electric tea kettle. “Usually electric tea kettles bring down the look of your kitchen,” she says, “but this actually doubles as decor.” Available in multiple colors to complement any kitchen, it is the kind of investment piece that replaces the need for additional décor while delivering beauty and function every single day.
For anyone still searching for the perfect holiday gift, what are the standout picks from MacKenzie-Childs this season?
MacKenzie-Childs has thoughtful options across every budget. For stocking stuffers under $20, Stephanie highlighted the brand’s fun collaboration with Wet Brush Goodie, as well as potholders and kitchen towels in the $50 to $60 range that are both practical and beautiful. For a more elevated gift, the iconic MacKenzie-Childs tea kettle is her top recommendation. “They sit out on your range year round, they double as decor, and they are really usable and functional at the same time.” And for something truly personal, she loves gifting an ornament. “It’s something they would bring out year after year and remember who gave it to them.”
The full MacKenzie-Childs holiday collection is available at mackenzie-childs.com. Stephanie also invites viewers to follow her on Instagram at The Broadmoor House for ongoing holiday decorating tips, styling ideas, and inspiration on what to wear to holiday gatherings.
About Stephanie Trantham:
Stephanie Trantham is the creator behind The Broadmoor House, a home and lifestyle platform dedicated to helping people create beautiful, inviting spaces that feel uniquely their own. A former junior high art teacher, photographer and graphic designer, Stephanie brings a creative eye and approachable perspective to everything from home décor and styling to DIY projects and entertaining. Based in Fort Worth, Texas, Stephanie shares inspiration, design finds and practical tips for making a house truly feel like home, all while embracing the idea that the most meaningful spaces are built around the people, traditions and memories that fill them.
About MacKenzie-Childs:
MacKenzie-Childs is a fully integrated designer, manufacturer, and multichannel merchant of high-quality, hand-decorated ceramic and enamel tableware, furniture, and home and garden accessories. The brand is best known for distinctive designs that combine vibrant colors and pattern-on-pattern surface decoration to create a fresh, original aesthetic best described as “tradition with a twist.” For more than 40 years, the brand’s talented designers and artisans have created beautiful, original products that add joy and grace to homes great and small throughout the world. Handcrafted MacKenzie-Childs products can be purchased from the company’s retail stores in New York City and Aurora, and through distinctive fine retailers in the U.S. and around the world. For more information, visit mackenzie-childs.com.
About D S Simon Media:
The firm is well known as a leader in the satellite media tour industry and produces tours from its studio and multiple control rooms at its New York headquarters. Clients include top brands in healthcare, technology, travel, financial services, consumer goods, entertainment, retail and non-profits. Established in 1986 the firm has won more than 100 industry awards.
About YourUpdateTV: YourUpdateTV is a property of D S Simon Media. The video included and release was part of a media tour that was produced by D S Simon Media on behalf of MacKenzie-Childs.
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