Thursday, December 19, 2013

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Christmas is in full swing in my little corner of the world.  Kids are home from school and I've been enjoying family time with them.  Almost all of the shopping is done.  I thought you might want to see the decorating that has been going on here.  I still have lots I haven't put up.  This house is smaller than the one we were in last Christmas so I didn't put up all the trees I normally do.  It has been fun shuffling the decorations around, seeing where they look "just right".  Some points of interest ~

* The dancing ladies and gentlemen garland was made by my Mom several years ago from a Martha Stewart pattern.

* Details on the "Fresh Forest" quilt can be viewed here.

* My Mom crosstitched the sweet stocking for me as well as the nativity set.

* Details on the "Stockings Were Hung" pillow can be viewed here.

* I wish I could remember the pattern I used for the Log Cabin Christmas quilt, as I have been asked many times, but alas it is gone from my memory.  There are many log cabin patterns out there that would produce the same effect.  What makes this one so pretty is the use of thin strips and plenty of scrappy fabric.

I hope this answers some of your questions.  In all the craziness, take time to sit still, drink something warm and yummy and ponder the birth of Jesus.  He is the reason for this blessed Christmas season.

Love,

18 comments:

  1. Oh, everything is so beautiful, warm and cozy! I love all your little details, like the vintage ornaments displayed in their box, the bottle brush trees in little mason jars with snow, it's all so perfectly vintage!!!

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  2. Oh, Renee! Your home is simply gorgeous!! I really love all your beautiful decorations! The Nativity and stocking your mother made is so sweet! I also love the God is Love needlework! Wishing you a blessed and joyous Christmas and Happy New Year! xo Heather

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  3. REALMENTE AMIGA,O NATAL EM SUA CASA VAI SER LINDO.BEIJO EM SEU CORAÇÃO.VALÉRIA.(BRASIL).

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  4. Oh I just love your style, everything is so beautiful!!! Such pretty decorations and displays!! Love it all!!! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!! xo Holly

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  5. I love all the pretty colors in yur home Renee. The garland your mom made is a treasure, so pretty! And the quilt and pillow on your bed are so gorgeous. I can see that I need to work on some pretty things for Christmas for next year. I have been interested in the Back in the Day Bakery book, do you like it?

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  6. What stunning pictures! The bear was my favorite, and that beautiful wreath!! Lovely, lovely home and decor! Merry Christmas, Sandy

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  7. Oh my goodness, your home is full of sweet charm. I just love it!

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  8. you have so many treasures and your decorations are beautiful!! Merry Christmas Renee!!!

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  9. I love your decorations, especially the garland. I love the non traditional colors, because they are my favorite colors and I would love to be able to decorate like this. Thanks for sharing. Have a blessed Christmas.

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  10. Wow you go all out! So pretty Renee. Very retro and sweet. Thanks for sharing, and Merry Christmas.

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  11. Your home looks lovely, cozy, warm & festive...all ready for a wonderful Christmas!

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  12. I love your little Pink Christmas Tree...I am going to add it to my blog post with a link about pretty Trees around blog world!! Hope this is ok. Thanks
    Daisy~

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  13. Everything looks lovely. So glad your children are home and your are having family time with them.

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  14. So beautiful! Wishing you a lovely and beautiful Christmas full of love, peace and joy.

    xo Danielle

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  15. Love your vintage Reindeer..Beautiful.....Merry Christmas..

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  16. LOVELY!!! Merry Christmas! Blessings!

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  17. Love your christmas home! Every bit of it is so charming!

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