Just thought I'd put up a few images of our Christmas "treasures"...I've seen homes that look professionally decorated for the holidays, but this surely is not one . Ours is a conglomoration of various items that I just happen to like. Above: On the in-side of our front door are two Swedish posters I acquired about 30 years ago. They a bit tattered but just seem so folksy and fun. I seem to remember my grandmother had a poster of similar ilk above the basement steps.
My sister sent 3 stockings made sometime in the 50's or 60's. I put them up each year; one has angels, one has Santa and of course this one with elves. I love retro items! Just takes me back to the 5-and Dime we used to shop at in South Pasadena.
Every year we have something for neighbors and friends who stop by. This year it's homemade salsa and crocheted hotpads. I love Christmas reminding me that we have such a great neighborhood! I also took homemade salsa to work. It's just fun to give out little gifts!
Here's the nativity set that my mom bought so many years ago (late 60's?) Every year we would set it up in the front room fireplace. I love it so much! The star is a very old beaded ornament that my parents had from probably early in their marriage. I know there are probably nicer or cooler or fancier nativities out there, but....I'll keep this one.
The tree with the same ornaments we've collected over the years. I see other people's trees with their "themes" and decorator colors, matching ornaments etc...my family insists we keep our tree the way it is and guess what...I'm glad!!
New this year: I mailed a package at Santa Clara Post Office today and on the way home saw "Uncle and Auntie's Gift Shop" run by two older sisters in an old renovated home. I just had to stop and go inside. I was the only customer in that quaint little place (what a glorious difference from Target or WalMart!)...I saw these two little carolers and the evergreen tree. The children looked Swedish to me...I fell in love and had to buy them. The owner of the shop and I had such a nice chat, it was a most pleasant experience! I hope everyone out there has a wonderful Christmas! God Jul!
3 comments:
I love your decorating style! And the best part is that everything is special to you and your family!!
I have been in those homes that have the perfect Martha Stewart/BHG decorations, but they also seem to be the ones withOUT small children racing around, withOUT excited pets barking and meowing, and withOUT the tingle of memories and mayham.
I like yours better also. Happy Christmas!
Annette, I love the way you always decorate our home for Christmas. It feels like our Christmas and not some store's display. I thought we had a wonderful Christmas and New Year this year and loved the fun, the friends and the family we got to share with and enjoy. Love you so much, H
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