If you’re new here welcome! Today is my Christmas Open Hous- A Pastel Christmas!
Okay…now come on into my little corner of the world. Later this week I’m gonna post my last years open house when my house was decked out in traditional colors. But in the summer we did a big color change and this year the decorations are completely different…
Come on into the foyer…
A simple yarn ball wreath and a tiny slightly flocked tree say hello~
The dinning room has been one of my favorite paint projects. The vintage furniture was dark and a coat of paint made such a difference…(Dinning Furniture Post HERE)
My Gramma gave me all her old pink ornaments years ago. Since then I’ve been in love with those vintage Shiny Brite ornaments I buy them all year whenever I see them.
The den was probably our biggest change when we painted last summer. From dark paneling and rich colors to light-airy somewhat beachy colors…(before & after posts Here & HERE)
I had to redo all the decorations in the den this year…I love mixing textures and moods when I’m decorating…shiny, glittery, velvet pastels with soft cozy yarn balls and the texture of rough burlap…I made several new wreaths-posts HERE & HERE!
My little Tiny (foam-ball) Christmas Trees ended up on the coffee table! Easy tutorial HERE!
I’ve changed stockings 5 times over the years and none of them worked with my new colors, so I whipped up two burlap & velvet ones for The Husband and I. Don’t worry, the granddaughters will get overflowing stockings but we’re delivering their stockings on Christmas morning so theirs won’t be hung by the chimney with care…
I’m on a budget so I took my old mantle garland and cut out the traditional colored ornaments and added some pastel and glittery balls, a few mercury glass ornaments and some ribbon…
I can not get enough of yarn this year…I may start knitting again this winter!
I love this little bottle brush tree. It gives a bit of honor to the treasured photos of my parents. This Christmas will mark the fifth one without my precious mom. I miss her most this time of year…
Off the den is the little library which has the light airy colors but is still anchored by some darker pieces like the stained bookshelf The Husband made me long time ago and the leather chair. I had to change most of the tree decorations which were very rustic. (Notice the whole bottom of the tree is full of stuffed animals and non-breakables, this is so our granddaughter Ellie can un-decorate and redecorate till her hearts content!)
Last year the kitchen was done in a woodsy theme (which I love) but this year, like every other room, I changed it up a bit!
I kept the kitchen table really simple with a burlap and velvet ribbon runner and a centerpiece that little Ellie loves to play with…
These little snow peeps add a bit of whimsy to the kitchen and Ellie loves them. Click on picture to see how easy they are to make!
Are you old enough to remember these vintage Santas? I remember them from my childhood and last year right after Christmas I found a bag of them for a couple of bucks at a local antique store. I love ’em and they are tucked here and there…
What kind of hostess would I be if I didn’t offer you something sweet…
How about a big piece of Chocolate Banana Cake…it’s one of my favorites. Click picture for recipe!
And a little take home favor…I did these taffy flags for a party favor once, wouldn’t they be cute done in Christmas colors? (Click picture to see original post, it has some yummy appetizer recipes too!)
Wishing you and yours a very merry Christmas…
[email protected] says
December 5, 2010 at 10:01 pmI have been so inspired by vintage ornaments this year and enjoyed seeing how you used them in your holiday decor.
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
December 5, 2010 at 10:11 pmJust lovely, Robin! I love the colors you have going on. I like to change things up from year to year, but that mostly means putting things in different rooms from the year before. : ) Although, I have let some of that popular blue color drift into certain areas this year. I love all your pink ornaments, they look great en masse like that.
Shelia says
December 5, 2010 at 10:11 pmOh, my goodness! Your home and decorating is absolutely gorgeous! I love everything and it’s so romantic and soft – love the pastels.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
.-= Shelia´s last blog ..Stars of Wonder =-.
Ro says
December 5, 2010 at 10:18 pmYour mantle is gorgeous. Love the ball Christmas trees.
Pamela says
December 5, 2010 at 11:02 pmI am so in love with your vintage inspired holiday! I am always so torn between themes and one day I hope to have a vintage themed tree. Again beautiful decor!
.-= Pamela´s last blog ..Bring On The Tinsel =-.
Susan says
December 5, 2010 at 11:33 pmRobin,
Your house is lovely and SO cozy looking! Please do start knitting again!! I’ve added your blog to my sidebar–I’m enjoying it so much!
Susan
.-= Susan´s last blog ..Treasured Ornaments =-.
Ashley says
December 5, 2010 at 11:37 pmI love the pink and blue! Your tree is amazing!
.-= Ashley´s last blog ..Tree 1 the classic tree =-.
Pinky says
December 5, 2010 at 11:44 pmEverything looks SO beautiful, Robin! I love the softness of the pastel colors! And, yes, I sure AM old enought to remember the Santas!!!:):) Thanks for sharinf all your prettiness! XO, Pinky
.-= Pinky´s last blog .. A Warm- Christmas WELCOME to our Home!!!!!! =-.
Chandy says
December 6, 2010 at 12:15 amWow, beautifully done! Love those yarn art! Thanks for sharing!
.-= Chandy´s last blog ..Deck The Halls with Susan! =-.
Chandy says
December 6, 2010 at 12:15 amWow, beautifully done! Love those yarn art! Thanks for sharing!
.-= Chandy´s last blog ..Deck The Halls with Susan! =-.
gillian says
December 6, 2010 at 12:26 amI enjoyed looking at your pictures while I had my evening tea so much. Thank you!
Katie says
December 6, 2010 at 12:32 amI really love your Christmas decorations! I love to see decorations in “non-traditional” colors; I LOVE all the pinks and turquoise blues. If I had rooms in those colors, I would do my holiday decor like yours, for sure! You have lots of great ideas here.
SavannahGranny says
December 6, 2010 at 12:50 amBeautiful post. I love the light and airy approach to Christmas decor. I love the white dining room furniture. I am familiar with that style of furniture and it sure too well to the white paint. Your home is lovely, Merry Christmas. Ginger
Kim says
December 6, 2010 at 2:35 amWow! I love the colour! It is so lovely, all of it!
Veronica says
December 6, 2010 at 3:55 amYou Christmas decor is beautiful! Love the mantel and would love a slice of that yummy cake too!!!!
.-= Veronica´s last blog ..A Message from Santa =-.
KATHY says
December 6, 2010 at 4:57 amI love the cozy feel of your home. It is beautiful. Kathy
.-= KATHY´s last blog ..Red and Green =-.
Deanne says
December 6, 2010 at 5:02 amI like how your pastel colours turned out!
.-= Deanne´s last blog ..christmas magnets =-.
Christie at Three Pixie Lane says
December 6, 2010 at 8:13 amYou have a lovely blog and your Christmas decor is so beautiful! I will follow and be back on Wednesday! Thanks for stopping by Three Pixie Lane!
Velvet says
December 6, 2010 at 8:39 amI am ashamed. I haven’t even started my decorating at home yet. I’ve been too busy with the shop.
As usual Robin, it all looks GREAT!!!
TidyMom says
December 6, 2010 at 8:45 amOMG Robin!!!……….I’m in LOOOOOVE with EVERY SINGLE DETAIL!!!!!!!
ps—trying to add to Tumblr, but it’s down at the moment, I’ll add a little later!?
.-= TidyMom´s last blog ..Fire Roasted Tomato & Chicken Quesadillas =-.
Julie Garmon says
December 6, 2010 at 8:50 amI oohed and ahhed all the way through this blog entry. So exquisite, Rob. And with your new colors, you’re not too far off from the shades of Spring and Valentine’s Day.
Simply amazing, my friend.
Vernice Duford says
December 6, 2010 at 8:52 amI can’t make up my mind which Ilike the best everything is just too beautiful. Love blue and silver. Merry Christmas
.-= Vernice Duford´s last blog ..My start on decorating my house At my age it is getting harder and harder lugging stuff down the stairs Of course my doggies helped me haha =-.
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
December 6, 2010 at 8:54 amYour house looks AMAZING!!!! There’s so many things I love, but the yarn balls are my favorite!!!
Megan says
December 6, 2010 at 9:32 amDid you make those thanks a bunch signs? I love them. And your colors are wonderful! I love how you clipped out the traditional colors from your garland and repurposed it! Way to go, everything looks so lovely. I’m coming over for a piece of cake!
Megan
http://1funkywoman.blogspot.com
.-= Megan´s last blog ..I smell and its a gift! =-.
Debbie Guess says
December 6, 2010 at 9:56 amLove your Christmas decor. Last year we renovated and moved into an 80 yr old house that had been in my husbands family for years. My previous house was very traditional but our little farm house is very cottage style. I love decorating with those soft blues & greys like your. Have a Merry Christmas!!!
Lacy says
December 6, 2010 at 10:07 amIt is all merry & bright at your house. I love all the vintage ornaments. And your trees are perfect. You have such a soothing color palette. I will see you on Wednesday.
Lacy
.-= Lacy´s last blog ..O Christmas Tree =-.
Vicky says
December 6, 2010 at 10:45 amSo shimmery and soothing, and elegant and I could just gush on and on. You know how to cozy everything up and you do it so well. Amazingly talented! Just breathtaking!
.-= Vicky´s last blog ..Squirt A hockey home opener vs Fargo Flyers =-.
Eileen says
December 6, 2010 at 10:52 amAs always Robin…beautiful! I love the vintage ornaments that your gramma gave to you. It brings back wonderful memories of growing up and our Christmas tree.
I do remember those Santas too! :0)
.-= Eileen´s last blog ..Scenic Sunday–Quietness Abounds =-.
Becky says
December 6, 2010 at 12:12 pmI love your stunning color palette!!! Gorgeous decorations and a beautiful home to showcase them!!!!
.-= Becky´s last blog ..Southern Folks… =-.
Steph says
December 6, 2010 at 12:35 pmSo beautiful! I love shiny brite ornaments and have a huge collection.
.-= Steph´s last blog ..Still trying to catch up! =-.
Becky says
December 6, 2010 at 1:23 pmOh so beautiful. What a treat this was today.
Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea says
December 6, 2010 at 2:47 pmOh goodness, I’m so glad I found your blog through BNSTP’s Deck the Halls party! Your blog and decorations are just fabulous.
Happy Holidays to you & yours.
.-= Marie @ Sally Lee by the Sea´s last blog ..Deck the Halls Our Coastal Christmas Home Tour =-.
Debbie says
December 6, 2010 at 3:35 pmI am so loving how you have decorated your home!! Love the Dining Room!!
Your trees are stunning!!
Hugs,
A Debbie-Dabble Christmas
.-= Debbie´s last blog ..HOME TOUR Part Five- Den and Trees 9- 10 and 11 =-.
Pamela Gordon says
December 6, 2010 at 4:29 pmThis is my first visit to your blog and I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I am in love with your new ‘look’ with the pastel colours and the vintage Christmas balls. I have a tree full myself and the ones that are broken or minus hangers I put in bowls or other vignettes. I’ll be visiting again! Have a wonderful Christmas.
Blessings,
Pamela
teresa says
December 6, 2010 at 6:43 pmOkay Robin!
I am completely in LOVE with your blog~with your home~with your vintage Christmas~and with YOU!
Just subscribed by email and grabbing your adorable Christmas button!
Lovely Lovely!
Popped over from Jodis!
Delighted to meet YOU!
xoxoxox
Your home is beyond lovely!
teresa says
December 6, 2010 at 6:45 pmHi sure hope you got the last comment I left!
If not…I’m sad…cause I went on and on and on about my new LOVE for YOU and your blog!
xoxoxo
Sherry @ No Minimalist Here says
December 6, 2010 at 8:24 pmRobin. This is all beautiful…just stunning! I love the yarn wreath and the soft colors you used. The small tree and the foam ball trees are wonderful.
I hope you will join my party starting 12/15.
Happy Holidays
Sherry
.-= Sherry @ No Minimalist Here´s last blog ..Me- A Featured Artist =-.
Donna Timeless Settings says
December 6, 2010 at 8:32 pmI love your post! The yarn ball wreath is sooo cute! I remember the little santas, I had one!
Donna
Jane says
December 6, 2010 at 10:25 pmI enjoyed your holiday tour! You’re an amazing decorator, and I especially love that can decorate with balls of yarn.
Jane
frugalfineliving.com
.-= Jane´s last blog ..Deck the Halls- Living and Dining Rooms =-.
Terry Moore says
December 6, 2010 at 11:18 pmI enjoy your photography as well as your unique way of displaying the decor. Great and interesting job. Terry
.-= Terry Moore´s last blog ..Evolution of The Kitchen =-.
Faith Hope & Cherrytea says
December 6, 2010 at 11:43 pmwhat an absolute treat to tour your home!
Beautiful!!
thank you MUCH!!
.-= Faith Hope & Cherrytea´s last blog ..Christmas celebrations =-.
Pattie @ Olla-Podrida says
December 7, 2010 at 2:20 amEverything is so lovely, and the pastels are gorgeous. Like you, I can’t get enough yarn this year, but I never considered putting it in bowls to use as decoration. Great idea!
.-= Pattie @ Olla-Podrida´s last blog ..Ornamentally- my dear Watson! =-.
sherriinmemphis says
December 7, 2010 at 6:33 amThe pictures are lovely, love the soft colors. Happy holidays
[email protected] says
December 7, 2010 at 7:48 amAbsolutely beautiful! I LOVE your use of pinks and blues in your tree … so elegant! And, your other festive touches are amazing. I love how you stacked the cake plates and scattered ornaments on there. Thanks for sharing your gorgeous home!! *Becca*
Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top says
December 7, 2010 at 10:05 amEverything is so pretty. I love the colors you’ve used. I love vintage ornaments too. My grandma gave me a bunch of her old ornaments last year. I haven’t displayed them yet this year. I’m deciding what to do with them. Last year I put them all in a trifle bowl.
.-= Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top´s last blog ..A Super Simple Christmas Wreath =-.
Southern Fried Gal says
December 7, 2010 at 10:59 amEverything is super cute and cozy! I love the yarn wreath. My friend Bridget is new to blogging and has a linky open for wreaths. This would make a perfect addition if you get a chance! http://ahomethatisblessed.blogspot.com/2010/12/all-about-wreaths.html
.-= Southern Fried Gal´s last blog ..Handmade Christmas Cards or Art =-.
Shauna says
December 7, 2010 at 12:16 pmWhat a beautiful home!!! Thanks so much for sharing and for the inspiration 🙂
.-= Shauna´s last blog ..Christmas Budget =-.
Colleen says
December 7, 2010 at 2:30 pmYour decorations are beautiful!!!
Carrie says
December 8, 2010 at 7:40 amOMG! Your home is so beautiful. I would want to leave it like that all year long! Thank you for linking up to “Amaze Me Monday” blog party. Hope to see you next week!
the cape on the corner says
December 8, 2010 at 11:25 amoh my goodness, it looks super fantastic in your home. the mantle, the pinecones hanging from the chandelier, the yummy cake! i’ll be right over!
rose says
December 9, 2010 at 12:32 ami love to go to antique malls to find old xmas items all of the photos showed a beautiful home. thanks rose
.-= rose´s last blog ..TRY-TRY-TRY =-.
Emily @ Finding My Aloha says
December 9, 2010 at 5:56 amWow, its all so very very pretty! I am new to your blog and I am hopping on as a subscriber!
.-= Emily @ Finding My Aloha´s last blog ..Gifts for the men in our lives =-.
Julia @ Hooked on Houses says
December 9, 2010 at 10:43 amOh, my goodness, your holiday decor is so beautiful. I love how you used the pinks and blues together with the white. Gorgeous!!
.-= Julia @ Hooked on Houses´s last blog ..Hooked on Holiday House Tours- My White Christmas Tree =-.
desiree says
December 9, 2010 at 12:07 pmYour home looks like a winter wonderland. So beautiful.
.-= desiree´s last blog ..A Little Hollywood Glam For My Dining Room =-.
[email protected] Heels and a Hammer says
December 9, 2010 at 5:57 pmYour decorations are beautiful and complement your home perfectly. I love the bottle brush tree by your parents pictures. I lost my mom 8 years ago and still miss her every day as well. What a nice way to keep her close.
Audrey Pettit says
December 10, 2010 at 8:11 amYour house looks just beautiful! I really love every room! The yarn balls are fabulous and look smashing in your wreaths, or just in a small grouping. Love the bottle brush trees and the mercury glass, too. Just fabulous!
.-= Audrey Pettit´s last blog ..Winter Wonderland Blog Hop =-.
Sylvia says
December 14, 2010 at 10:02 pmOMG, I love the colors in your mantle garland!! Wow. Love the little snow peeps too, I looked at your post describing how to make them. Now to find the time.
I collect vintage ornaments too, and love the pinks and aquas!
Julie says
December 17, 2010 at 11:43 pmYour home is beautiful! Thanks for sharing all things bright, shiny and beautiful!
~ Julie
Michelle Jamieson says
December 18, 2010 at 5:30 pmYour photos are gorgeous – the content even more lovely. You have a talent! Thanks for sharing! If you get a chance, maybe stop by my blog for a visit too 😉
Michelle
http://www.jamiesoninteriors.com
http://www.newengland-style.com
Michelle says
November 20, 2012 at 9:41 amI quite enjoy your email. I am especially enjoying your pastel Christmas. I love the wreath above your mantel, it is beautiful and so are the swags hanging there! Beautiful!
Cheers!
Michelle