making spirits bright

Who could not use something to brighten their spirits these days, am I right?  That's why I am posting a few lovely Christmas idea pictures. My little brain is already thinking about Christmas decorating and these are a few images that caught my eye recently. It always excites me to decorate for Christmas. I still try to separate Christmas and Thanksgiving, but so many people are already going ahead and decorating and I am loving all the inspiration. 

  I have always wanted to try my hand at a dried orange garland. Maybe this year is the year! 

I love the idea of no wrapping paper and using just beautiful boxes with a special garnish for gifts. 

This light socket wreath is so cool. I seriously want to make one of these and put it on our large chalkboard behind the kid's playset. 

Adirondack chairs are timeless and I really like the idea of dressing them up for Christmas, especially if you have a pair of them in your front yard. 

all images via Pinterest

Have a great weekend! 

~Amber

blue and green Christmas

I always love decorating for Christmas.  Each year, I try to add something new to the mix, but what I enjoy most is bringing out the decorations with memories that warm our hearts. I decorated the day after Thanksgiving this year so we really have been enjoying our Christmas home (despite the fresh garland starting to look crunchy:). Here are a few phone photos I have taken of our home. Blue and green continue to be my favorite Christmas colors.

christmas inspiration

It has been some time since I have been in this little blog space. I always feel more inspired to decorate this time of year. I just love it so much. You are probably busy decking your halls too for the holidays. Here are some simple Christmas ideas that are catching my eyes. 

all via pinterest

up-close Christmas

One thing I think we all love about Christmas is traditions. I enjoy putting our Christmas decor out each year, especially the ornaments that we have collected over the years.  My Christmas decor does not change all that much from year to year, but I like adding a few new touches each year. I do not have a complete house tour to share, but here are a few   

up-close shots of Christmas around our house. 

Twinkle stepped us his game this year!

colonial christmas home

Our halls are decked and now the race begins to get everything accomplished before Dec. 24. One of my favorite things to do this time of year, when I need a break from all the craziness, is to drive around and look at everyone's Christmas decorations. I look forward to all of the Christmas home decor magazines too. This colonial home in Charleston, SC,  featured in Southern Living, is a show stopper. I'm sure it is even prettier in person. 

advent wreath

We are quickly approaching the start of Advent, which falls on Sunday, November 27 this year. I have never put an advent wreath in our home, but I like these beautiful versions of the advent wreath. Each Sunday, a new candle is lit until all four candles are lit the Sunday before Christmas! What a lovely way to incorporate the true meaning of Christmas in our homes! 

all via pinterest