Have you seen all the beautiful holiday home tours in blogland the past few days? There is so much eye candy out there it's been hard not to get caught up in it all and stay on the computer forever! Today, I'm tearing myself away to show you my dining room all dressed up in it's holiday best. I only set the table for four today, but on the … [Read more...]
Christmas Tablescape & Dining Room Decor
Christmas Stocking Tutorial {& Winter Wonders & Holiday Happenings Linky Party}
Today is a big day around here. I'm co-hosting my first linky party, ever! Woo hoo! Welcome to the Winter Wonders and Holiday Happenings Link Party! December is here and that means Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa are right around the corner so it is the perfect time to share all your delicious holiday dishes and decor, along with your favorite … [Read more...]
DIY Christmas Card Wreath
For years I have kept the Christmas cards we receive in a little sleigh-shaped basket that sits by the fireplace. Inevitably, my kids end up using it for their stuffed animals as though it's Malibu Barbie's convertible. So, even though my kiddos are outgrowing that stage, I really wanted to do something different this year. What to do?! I made … [Read more...]
My Christmas Mantel and New Hand-made Stockings
I have wanted matching Christmas stockings for what seems like forever. You would think that would be an easy update, but I was hesitant to make the change because I'm sentimental and I really love a momento-filled Christmas.My mom bought each of my kids a Christmas stocking when they were born and put their names on them herself. … [Read more...]
Christmas Decor Around My House
Most of my Christmas decorations are up, so today I'm going to show you a small glimpse of them. I'm still tweaking things, and, of course, doing a few crafts (I'll be sharing those with you over the next few weeks). As I mentioned the other day, I love traditional red and green for my decor and it starts at my … [Read more...]
10 Rustic Christmas Decorating Ideas
The Christmas season is officially here - my tree is up and the majority of my house is decorated. But, if you're anything like me, the decorating is never really done. I always want to tweak things a little to suit my ever-changing mind. I've been pinning several rustic Christmas decorating ideas on Pinterest all year long and now I'm … [Read more...]