Decorating, Part 2

A few more glimpses of Christmas decor...

This banner hangs above dining room windows.

This wood piece displays a collection of small trees. It is high up above the front window in the living room.

This green chest has plenty of drawers for Christmas treasures.

 

Tallulah and Etta have a couple of presents under the Christmas tree.

Hope they will hang those little felt reindeer on their tree.

The two photos above show Christmas displays on the bookcase in the front entry. I think every shelf is loaded down with Christmas items that hold memories.

This feather tree in a guest bedroom has tiny French horns.

The photos at the base are family photos from past Christmases. 

The kitchen window

Red and green always looks good at Christmas.

  Christmas balls end up here and there.

This miniature tea set is a sweet one for Christmas.

These little sets were once very popular.

There may be one more installment of Decorating for Christmas. I'd like to share a few more nooks and crannies as well as a selection of ornaments. 

Decorating for Christmas, Part 1

The wreaths  are old; the countdown display is new.

Decorating the house for Christmas is one of the joys of the season. I try to use a mix of old and new possessions. This year I am happy with the mantel. The garland idea came from a picture of Tasha Tudor's mantel. Les and Pennee were here the day after Thanksgiving  to help set up trees and hang the garland. 

The silver reindeer is a new purchase from Abandoned Antiques.

The silver aluminum tray belonged to my grandmother.

White bowl with pinecone design was purchased years ago in Covington, TN.

The pitcher was a souvenir buy from Granville, TN.

The red lantern was a thrifting find.

*A closeup view
One Granville shop had a wall of decanters for sale. Each one was priced at twenty dollars. I couldn't resist this handsome one with all the animals. 

 

This tree has treasured ornaments that I enjoy every year.

Usually I have the houses atop a tall bookcase, but decided they could be seen better on top of the piano.

 

The hall tree has hooks that help display the bells.

 

These slender ceramic trees may stay out long after Christmas. I am smitten by their shapes. Hobby Lobby had these and all sorts of decorative trees.

It's obvious I love decorating for Christmas. More to come... 

I'm Back

 Due to Thanksgiving preparations and company, my birthday activities, and Christmas decorating I have had to put off blogging. Hope you had a wonderful time over the Thanksgiving holidays. We were blessed to have a houseful this year. Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday were hectic days of good times. We filled up two dining tables on Thursday, sharing food and conversation.Then on Friday on my birthday I had great help putting up trees and lights.

P.S. Wish Ryan, Telsey, Nick. and Lucas could have been with us. Jeff, Jason, Garrett, Stefanie, and Evelyn were here but not in this batch of photos. 

Thanksgiving and Christmas are such special holidays that pass so quickly.

I'm trying my best to enjoy these precious times.

Can It Be

It's November, and the holidays are fast approaching. I want to feel ready, but I'm not.

I turned this pillow around so I could see this word message every day during the month of November.

 I took part in the Quito November Market and had just three sales, but I was thankful for those. I certainly don't do it for the money. I happen to love when my pieces get new homes with happy buyers.

Son Ryan had a recent birthday, and I can hardly believe he is forty=six. How can it be? Life is shorter than I ever realized when I was much younger. Therefore, the word Thankful stays on my mind and helps me appreciate every day I have with family and friends.

Autumn at My Place

The leaves are falling fast. Today is another warm and beautiful day. Rain is expected Thursday so I know the remaining leaves will soon be gone. 

 

Oh, My Goodness

 The month I love is almost over. October days are the best. Cool and crisp. I had a wonderful change of scene recently and got to appreciate the beauty of a different location.

Here at home I enjoy October decor here and there.

On Sunday Tallulah liked the jack-o'-lantern in the kitchen.

 Monday was another beautiful October day. I didn't mind standing in line for my turn to vote.

Today was another perfect fall day for being outside and sitting in the backyard swing. Leaves would flutter down every now and then. The playful squirrels didn't make an appearance this afternoon. Such a quiet and peaceful time to be treasured.