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Erika Kikola

@erika.kikola

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Maximalist from Appalachia. Currently living in Maine. Featured on @hgtv @homeworthy @nytimes @washingtonpost

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A bit of Christmas 2025 for those looking for Christmas inspo I’ve got tons!

#vintagechristmas #maximalistchristmas #nostalgia #vintageornaments #christmastree by @erika.kikola

Ok, last update before I finish it all and do my grand “reveal” lol.

#vintagechristmasdecor #vintagechristmasdecorations #diychristmasdecor #appalachian #maximalistchristmas by @erika.kikola

For those who’ve asked this is the wallpaper! This was such a passion project for me and I have a hard time putting its significance into words.I almost always get choked up so I kept this brief, but there’s a lot of underlying things such as generational trauma etc that made creating this idealistic version of home very healing for me.

@innervisage is so incredibly talented and inspiring and it was an honor to work with her on this.

Many may not know this but I had a pretty rough go in early adulthood. I dealt with some substance abuse issues and cleaned up when I became pregnant with my daughter. By 21 I was a single mom. That’s what I mean when I speak to my resilience. I just had a camera here to film my house last week!! I never ever would’ve imagined that for myself.

#westvirginia #appalachianartist #appalachia #maximalistinteriors by @erika.kikola

My tips for garland! I also have a few strands of beautiful pink beaded garlands, those will be going on once I find them!

#vintagechristmas #vintageornaments #vintagechristmasdecor #maximalistchristmas #christmastreedecorating by @erika.kikola

Happy November 1st!!!! So excited to get my new house decked out for Christmas! ALSO, if you’re interested in a wreath keep an eye out on my stories. I will be posting a google form for a waitlist! I SO appreciate all the support and so many of you want to buy one! The best time of the year is HERE!

#christmastree #vintagechristmas #vintageornaments #maximalistchristmas #kitschmas by @erika.kikola

I posted this yesterday but deleted it because I thought it was too messy/unprofessional but I’m reposting because I like showing the messy reality behind the scenes of things!

Anyway, I will definitely miss having a large mantle to decorate but this view is just everything!! Soon the mountain will be snow covered and it’s going to be so picturesque! I need to frame that view with some garlands and pretty things.

#vintagechristmas #maximalistchristmas #vintagechristmasdecor #cozychristmas #maine by @erika.kikola

I still haven’t added the other garland yet either! Also, I’m DYING to make beaded tinsel now after @marthamayqueen posted that video of hers!

#vintagechristmas #maximalist #maximalistchristmas #vintageornaments #vintagechristmasdecor by @erika.kikola

I filmed at dusk so my camera wouldn’t freak out! Here’s all my lights in almost all the ways you can use them! Hope this helps!

#maximalistchristmas #christmaslights #vintagechristmas #vintagechristmasdecor #vintageornaments by @erika.kikola

Welcome home, you’re safe here❤️ Follow along to see what 2026 has in store!

#vintagechristmasdecor #maximalistchristmas #vintageornaments #vintagechristmas #cozychristmas by @erika.kikola

Don’t underestimate the power of lights! They really do make all the difference. People ask me all the time if @trutonebulbs are worth the hype and I say ABSOLUTELY. Hope this helps!

P.S. wreaths will be available soon ❤️

#vintagechristmas #vintagechristmasdecor #vintageornaments #maximalistchristmas #christmastree by @erika.kikola

A mixture of Christmas 2024 and 2025🎄

#vintagechristmasdecor #maximalistchristmas #cozychristmas #vintagechristmas #vintageornaments by @erika.kikola

Might delete this one, but here’s a review of the different types of reflectors I have! You can find some linked on my ShopMy.

#vintagechristmas #maximalistchristmas #vintagechristmasdecor #vintageornaments #christmastree by @erika.kikola