Christmas came early for me this year! My new pedestal dining table and chairs were delivered the week after Thanksgiving. I gave my large table (extends up to 11 feet) and chairs to my daughter for her new home and found a smaller table so I could move my dining space back to the sitting…
Soft hues can be especially pretty for the holidays, and this pastel Christmas kitchen is proof positive of that. When I was a kid, we always had a live, flocked tree that towered above me to the top of our living room’s vaulted ceiling. My mother trimmed the tree with pink and aqua beaded ornaments…
It’s official! I’ve been bitten by the Christmas bug and am now in the mood to decorate for the holidays. Perhaps a few days of snow had something to do with getting rid of the bah humbug attitude. My tree is up and decorated and I’ve created a few vignettes in spaces that I thought…
Christmas trees and mantels go together like peanut butter and jelly. It seems like most people place their holiday tree near their fireplace or mantel, if they have one. So I collected some inspiration to help you pair your Christmas tree and mantel together for a festive and coordinated holiday vibe. A red and white…
Well, I said I was going to enjoy the peace of November before getting crazy with Christmas, but here I am sharing DIY vintage Christmas cards you can make. And on Monday I shared some favorite ornaments to consider for this year’s tree. You can’t control when the holiday bug is going to bite. …
The Christmas spirit is in the air! Stores have stocked their shelves with holiday decorations and shopping ads appear everywhere you look. I actually ordered a new tree even though I vowed not to. But I really like this one! LOL. I don’t intend to buy a lot of new ornaments, but a few favorite…
Can you believe Christmas is just four days away?? We celebrated our family holiday this past weekend in historic Galena, Illinois so my Christmas day will be fairly quiet. A couple family members might come over for brunch, but all the presents have been given. I rather like it this way. It provides more time…
I don’t know about you, but I’m a little in shock that Christmas is right around the corner. Our family celebrates this weekend in Galena so it really snuck up on me. I’m hoping to get a couple batches of cookies made before we leave. I don’t know if that’s going to happen though. My…
When it comes to celebrating Christmas with my loved ones, I prefer to host an evening holiday meal. I love the glow of candles and the tree lights while dining. It creates a warmth and ambiance that everyone appreciates. With that in mind, this year I created a natural and somewhat romantic Christmas table for…
Hello friends – and welcome to the first Style Showcase post of December 2021. We’re all in the throes of holiday shopping, decorating, and baking. So it’s no surprise that my friends and I are all sharing Christmas decorating inspiration with you today. Enjoy! Shabbyfufu | Make A Little Magic Christmas Home Tour Southern…
Despite my somewhat minimalist approach to holiday decorating this year, my cozy sitting room still looks festive with pretty poinsettias and my Christmas mantel. My Christmas tree is in the entryway/dining room, which is located right next to the sitting room. (This post contains affiliate links – see my privacy policy.) If you saw my…
Normally when I share my Christmas dining room here on the blog, the table is festively set as though guests are expected to walk in the door at any minute. Today, I’m showing what it looks like now when it’s just hubby and me at home. A little bit of green and sparkles, but nothing…
Welcome to my holiday home and the reveal of this year’s modern country Christmas tree. Note that I used the singular version of “tree.” In the past I’ve had at least two trees, sometimes three. This year, it’s just one. I’m committed to keeping my decorations minimal and simple in order to reduce some of…
People seem to fall in one of three types when it comes to decorating a Christmas porch. First is the “bah-humbug” who does nothing at all. Maybe they don’t celebrate the holiday, or maybe (like me) they don’t like removing the decorations in bitter cold weather once Christmas is over. Then there’s the “in-betweener” who,…
A few weeks ago I featured ornaments on my blog and many of you were especially enamored with the felted cuties. I’m also a big fan and would love to fill a tree with them. They’re so cute and whimsical, and I’m glad they’re becoming more popular. In addition to felted ornaments, I’m also featuring…
Have you started decorating for the upcoming holiday season? I started last week and am sticking with my vow to go simple this year. One thing I don’t plan to skimp on too much is greenery and natural elements. I love Christmas garland and it’s an easy décor option. You just drape it and you’re…
