Tuesday, December 20, 2011

MERRY CHRISTMAS...

To each and every one of you who takes time from your busy life to read my little blog

and

to those of you who leave thoughtful and MUCH APPRECIATED comments

I wish you a very

MERRY CHRISTMAS and many thanks!

Here are a few more pics of vignettes around my Christmas home.

WISHING YOU PEACE AND JOY IN 2012

I have an affinity for wee trees...




For the first time in years we went with a real tree this year, and I have loved the look and the fragrance of it.



I used an antique lace and muslin skirt for the tree skirt.


A smattering of bling...



A slim tree left bare in the dining room...



I love the reflection in the mirror behind my wreath...


Remember the banner I made at CRAFTERNOON in the previous post?



A final thought before I go...

Amidst the hustle and bustle of shopping and decorating and all that the holiday season brings

let us always remember

JESUS IS THE REASON FOR THE SEASON
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41 comments:

  1. Gracie's CottageDecember 20, 2011 at 7:54 PM

    Love your adornments...just beautiful.
    Have a blessed Christmas!
    Jan

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  2. DeseraeDecember 20, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    Love all your vignettes.... and your trees are just gorgeous :o) Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!!!!!
    ~Des

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  3. erin's art and gardensDecember 20, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    merry, merry, merry christmas to you and yours!
    erin
    xxoo

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  4. NanaDianaDecember 20, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Your home looks just beautiful! I LOVE your flouncy tree skirt. It is just lovely. Love your wreath in front of the mirror and even you REAL tree! Oh, heck- I love it all! xo Diana

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  5. The Feathered NestDecember 20, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Dear sweet Shelley....your Christmas home is so beautiful to me!!! Absolutely breathtaking ~ I hope you have a wonderful Christmas dear friend, hugs and love to you, Dawn

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  6. SherryDecember 20, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Your home is beautifully decorated. I too have an affinity for wee trees. I did not take all of mine out this year. Have a wonderful Christmas.

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  7. PatinaDecember 20, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Merry Christmas Shelley! LOVE YOUR PICTURES...I really am lovin the tree skirt what a great idea. Have a blesses Christmas! Debbie

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  8. VickiDecember 20, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Just beautiful! Merry Christmas.

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  9. JuneDecember 20, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    What a wonderful look around your beautiful home Shelley! Your touches of Christmas are so lovely. I feel as though I just stepped into an issue of Victoria. A beautiful Christmas issue. Thank dear friend for sharing these beautiful pictures with us.
    I want to wish you a Merry Christmas Shelley. This precious season of our Savior's birth.
    hugs from here...

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  10. SherryDecember 20, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    A beautiful post...and beautiful decorations. That tree skirt is truly beautiful.

    Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and always keeping in mind, the reason for the season.

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  11. trash talkDecember 20, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I have an affinity for the wee you.
    Merry Christmas to you and Rex. Wishing you many blessings during this special time and a very happy New Year.
    Debbie
    P.S. I kept hearing "all is calm...all is quiet" while looking at your photos. Beautiful.

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  12. Laura @ 52 FLEADecember 20, 2011 at 9:59 PM

    Hi Shelley,
    Love your Christmas decorations...those tiny trees are charming setting in all your vintage pieces and that lacy skirt around your tree is a winner! Now, why didn't I think of that? I'm going to go rustle one up right now ... lol
    I hope that you have a Christmas filled with joy and that you and Rex make lots of happy memories with your grandchildren! Merry Christmas! :)

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  13. helen tilstonDecember 20, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Dear Shelly

    Thank you for the beautiful greeting and sharing you home with us.

    Thanks also for your comments this year and may goodness and joy be with you in 2012
    Helen xx

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  14. Bread and ButterDecember 20, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    Nice blog, amen to Jesus is the reason. Hope you have a wonderful Christmas!
    Terri

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  15. Debra@CommonGroundDecember 20, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Shelley, your home is just so wonderful, Your fireplace and mantle are gorgeous, and I love that amazing mirror! I always love to come visit, have a merry merry Christmas!! xoxo

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  16. Heaven's WalkDecember 20, 2011 at 11:09 PM

    Sending you Christmas love and joyful hugs, Shelley! ♥

    xoxo laurie

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  17. Amy KinserDecember 20, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    First of all, I am so thankful for this time of year that we can celebrate the birth of our precious Savior.

    Second of all, I do love your home and how pretty everything looks. You truly have a beautiful Christmas home. Thanks for sharing.

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  18. vintagegirlbirgitDecember 20, 2011 at 11:44 PM

    Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!
    Your christmas decoration is just breathtaking...i love it.
    Blessings,
    Birgit

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  19. Free Art PrintablesDecember 21, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Everything is beautiful! I hope you have a blessed and wonderful Christmas with your family!

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  20. Rachel Noelle PallasDecember 21, 2011 at 12:51 AM

    ~B~E~A~U~T~I~F~U~L~ Have a Very Merry Christmas!! xoxo Rachel

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  21. Rose Garden RomanticDecember 21, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    So lovely!!! Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas!!!
    Michelle

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  22. Miss Gracie's HouseDecember 21, 2011 at 1:30 AM

    Oh...I love it! That tree skirt is the cutest I've ever seen. Ever.
    Merry Christmas to you!
    Rene

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  23. EllieDecember 21, 2011 at 4:13 AM

    Love your Christmas refinery. The tree skirt is out-of-this-world. YUM. YUM..

    Merry Christmas, my sweet friend.

    Ellie

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  24. Garden Antqs VintageDecember 21, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    Love all your decorating Shelley, it always looks so pretty. Hope you and Mr. SP have a very Merry Christmas.

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  25. MyFancy's AuthorDecember 21, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    Beautiful decor... love the tree skirt. :)

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  26. Tinas boDecember 21, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    WONDERFUL!!
    Sooo beautiful!!

    X-mas hugs Tina

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  27. SylviaDecember 21, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Beautiful as always...

    Merry Christmas Shelley,
    Sylvia

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  28. Sandi~A Cottage MuseDecember 21, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    All so beautiful!
    Merry Christmas, looking forward to seeing what you have to share next year!

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  29. Francy (So Beautiful Things)December 22, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    What beautiful images!
    I wish Merry Christmas and an Happy New years to you!
    Kisses
    by Francy

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  30. Francy (So Beautiful Things)December 22, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    What beautiful images!
    I wish Merry Christmas and an Happy New years to you!
    Kisses
    by Francy

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  31. RebeccaDecember 22, 2011 at 11:14 AM

    Everything is just beautiful Shelley!
    Wishing you a joyful Christmas
    Blessings
    Rebecca

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  32. TriciaDecember 23, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Love the tree skirt. Really beautiful.

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  33. UnknownDecember 24, 2011 at 1:34 AM

    Have loved and enjoyed your blog for a while - just now commenting. Have a Merry Christmas!

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  34. LisaDecember 26, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Shelley,
    I didn't get a chance to visit before Christmas but here I am a day late wishing you the best new year ever! You are such an inspiration to me & a sweet friend. Hope I get to see you this coming year.
    Lisa

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  35. Faded CharmDecember 26, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    I hope you had the Merriest of Christmases, my friend. Wishing all your heart's desire in the New Year!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  36. EviDecember 26, 2011 at 5:18 PM

    what a neat idea to use the little glitter stars from PB as bottle stoppers.
    Your home is beautiful and I also enjoyed your craft-get-together.
    That table looked gorgeous.
    Happy New Year,
    Evi

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  37. Debra HowardDecember 26, 2011 at 8:41 PM

    What beautiful trees! Love that tree skirt too. May you have a very merry Christmas, and May God bless you above and beyond all you can ask or imagine this new year.
    Debbie

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  38. Lauri EvansDecember 27, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    So pretty Shell, love the tree skirt. Hope you have a lovely holiday! L

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  39. BohemianDecember 28, 2011 at 10:17 PM

    Everything is picture postcard perfect... and so inspirational!

    May 2012 be rich in Blessings, unlimited opportunities and the Happiest of Memories.

    Happy New Year from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  40. ReviDecember 29, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    I LOVE your style, and I have an affinity for wee trees, too! :)
    A kindred spirit,
    -Revi

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  41. Lady of the WoodsJanuary 1, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    Hello, I'm happy to be a new follower. beautiful pictures. Lady

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