Before I share anymore Christmas decorations or projects in my home, I feel the need to express deep sorrow for the loss of all those beautiful children and staff in Newtown, CT. I know it is on all of our minds and as a mother of three children (one being a first grader that turned 7 on the day of the tragedy), it is so hard to wrap our minds around this event. I can't help but wipe back tears when I watch the news and think of all those families. I cannot imagine how they feel and our prayers are with the entire community.
I had the sun streaming through the windows around my front door last week...I love it when it does that. Even though the strong NC sun has pretty much toasted my front porch greenery, it's a simple pleasure for me to soak it in. As I mentioned
last year, I'm blessed with a large entryway and a large staircase to decorate for Christmas...
Being the first year in our new home, I went a little crazy and hand-tied all the greenery and ornaments to the stairs. I simplified it quite a bit this year!
I just swagged white pine garland and added burlap bows, white and gold glass ornaments, and pine cones. You may recognize these from my
dining chairs last year. Just a little bit of Christmas decoration recycling...
This year, I also added greenery to my arch at the top of the stairs and my milk paint (Old-Fashioned Milk Paint's Sea Green) shutters I hung a few months ago...
I also decorated my favorite old library table simply this year...
I moved my big
Christmas Dough Bowl here and swapped out the silver ornaments for coppers and golds...
Just simple greenery and ornaments this year! With yesterday's big birthday party over, I'm off to wrap some presents and start on the huge amount of cleaning and grocery shopping that needs to be done before guests arrive on Friday...it's going to be another busy week! Have a good one...
Kristen
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It's all beautiful, Kristen and I love the simpler look. Great library table. You have some wonderful antiques.
ReplyDeleteHermosa tu casa, la adoré. saludos.
ReplyDeleteEverything is beautiful, I love the way you wrapped your chairs last year, thanks for the inspiration. I may have to try something similar this year :)
ReplyDeleteYour home is so gorgeous, love how you've decorated everything. The simplicity is exceptional, doesn't take away from your gorgeous home, it enhances.
ReplyDeleteI have to admit every time I see your entry/library table I drool, oh how I'd love to have that table.
Would you tell me please where you got the burlap ribbon with happy holidays on it? It is burlap isn't it? I saw it on a tree on one of blogs, don't remember which one. All the talent in blog land is breath taking. I keep finding more more projects I'd love to do, will have to save them for next year.
Merry Christmas to you and yours.
OH I just love it! It is so beautiful and elegant!
ReplyDeleteSimply beautiful and your stairway is stunning. Thanks for sharing. Happy Holidays, liz
ReplyDeleteYour staircase looks amazing--all your decorating is just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Kristen....love the architectural elements...you did an amazing job!
ReplyDeleteI've just added your blog to my list of favorites! Your entryway is beautiful and I'm drooling over your garden-inspired tree! Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays to you!
Truly sad event. One of the little boys reminds me of my grandson. I can't shake the severity of what happened. Your entry looks beautiful. I love that wooden table.
ReplyDeleteWhat a magnificent entryway! It was made for Christmas decorations! The greenery and pinecones look so lovely. Great job! I totally envy you right now ;)
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I just love the combination of white, greenery, and warm wood tones. It's just lovely!
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Merry Christmas!
Jeanette
Your library table is absolutely gorgeous! With all the painted furniture everywhere in blogland, it's so refreshing to see a warm wood piece gracing the entrance to your beautiful home.
ReplyDeleteYour entryway is lovely! A beautiful welcome to all your guests.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
just beautiful, love all the garland and burlap bows! Each time I see that wonderful library table, I just say "ahhhhh". it's perfect! Have a wonderful Christmas Week!
ReplyDeleteHow stunning!
ReplyDeleteSo happy I stopped in!!