Monday, December 6, 2010

Sew Gracious Christmas Decorating

Decorating for Christmas!  It's something some people love, something some people do early, something that can really make your home a welcome place for the holidays.

This is our foyer.  The ornaments scattered on the table are vintage Shiny Brites; from my parents original collection.   The cross stitch picture on the stand in the floor is from my cross stitch days.  Some of you may know that I owned a cross stitch and custom framing shop back in the day.  This is one of my favorite pieces and we did a special matting that makes is just perfect.  The graph is by Shepherd's Bush.  I wish I could remember the name.  We hand cut and hand painted the mat.  I always enjoy displaying this during the holidays.


I ADORE vintage Shiny Brite Christmas ornaments.  These are all from my parents original collection.  They were married in December of 1957 and had these on their tree for many years.  I remember them from my childhood, but had no idea how much I would treasure them when I grew up.  The accent of fresh holly is the perfect accent.  


This is at our back entrance.  You can see lots more evidence of my cross stitch days.  I made so many pillows and framed several little pictures.  I love displaying so many items in a small area.   It's a nice "welcome home".


Have you done your holiday decorating?  What's your favorite way to decorate?