Christmas Through the House

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It's almost here and I finally got the house decorated for Christmas.  For whatever reason, it was a slow process this year, but it's done.  Here's a peek:
The stairs have been decorated with garland, gold ribbon, and these beautiful blue poinsettias that I found last year at Michael's:
There's no fireplace or mantle here, so my Lenox Santa sits poised on top of the china cabinet surrounded by garland, red and gold Christmas bulbs, and pinecones:
My grapevine wreaths have been decorated for the holidays:

This little paper house was made several years ago, but it still comes out every year.  The top comes off, so it's actually a box:
We call our tree the "Charlie Brown Christmas Tree".  We bought it several years ago for $20 at Walgreen's.  It looks so humble when it comes out of the box, but when the lights and ornaments are added it's beautiful.  This is not a themed tree.  It is not flocked.  It doesn't have a high tip count.  It is a collection of ornaments that tell stories.
Vacations we've gone on:
Places we've lived:
Ornaments made by a disabled neighbor when I was a child:
And so many more...

It isn't Christmas in our house without a poinsettia:
I will be back with my regular posts on January 5, 2019.  Wishing you and yours a most wonderful holiday season.  Until then, stop back this Tuesday for the Party In Your PJs link party.
Thank you for stopping by.  I appreciate each and every one of your visits.  Have a wonderful week!


Comments

  1. Joanne December 16, 2018 at 7:33 AM

    Aw, I just love a good Charlie Brown tree. Growing up my step father always went to pick out our tree while all us kids stayed home with my mom and he always felt sorry for the scrawny trees no one wanted... we often ended up with Charlie Brown trees but once they were decorated they looked wonderful.

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    1. AnnDecember 16, 2018 at 12:10 PM

      That's what Christmas is all about, isn't it? Charlie Brown got it right!
      Merry Christmas and thanks for stopping by.

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  2. Tania PelletierDecember 16, 2018 at 11:30 AM

    Beautiful!

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  3. AnonymousDecember 18, 2018 at 7:51 AM

    My little 4 foot white tree is sort of a Charlie Brown tree too; got it at a discount store for $19 because I so wanted a white tree but not the expense of one from big store. It's branches are a bit 'limp' and it is a bit sparse but you know what? I love that darn tree! Merry Christmas. Dawn Pinnataro aka GADawn57

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    1. AnnDecember 18, 2018 at 9:58 AM

      I'm sure it's absolutely beautiful, especially after it's decorated! Merry Christmas and thanks for stopping by!

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  4. Christine @ Rustic-RefinedDecember 18, 2018 at 8:23 AM

    Everything looks so pretty and festive.

    Merry Christmas!

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    1. AnnDecember 18, 2018 at 9:56 AM

      Thank you, Christine. Merry Christmas to you too!

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  5. Tea Cottage PrettiesDecember 19, 2018 at 3:30 AM

    Just beautiful. I especially love your garland. I used the same poinsettias in a pink color. They are so pretty. Thank you for sharing,

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    1. AnnDecember 19, 2018 at 11:52 AM

      Thank you, Beverly. Those poinsettias told me that they needed to come home with me last year. I'm so glad you stopped by!

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  6. mollyDecember 19, 2018 at 10:05 AM

    My favourite thing about Christmas is the decorations

    Mollyx

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    1. AnnDecember 19, 2018 at 11:53 AM

      Decorating for Christmas is a favorite of mine, too, Molly. Thanks for stopping by!

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  7. Chas' Crazy CreationsDecember 20, 2018 at 7:17 PM

    Beautiful, and I love the garland down the stairs - so beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

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  8. My thrift store addictionDecember 30, 2018 at 5:43 PM

    Everything looks lovely, Ann! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

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