So I have finished the last of the Christmas decorating touches {I think}. I have been eyeing these beautiful wreaths you all have been throwing together. I saw Rene’s amazing boxwood wreath at Cottage and Vine.
And Cassie’s magnolia wreath over at Hi Sugarplum! And since I even have a magnolia tree, I thought I could pull this off for sure. I was wrong. I just don’t have it in me! I have entered the lazy zone. I look in awe at what you all are putting together and simply retreat into my corner. So I will show you the last few touches . . . let’s just say they are simple, simple, simple! I took my grapevine wreaths and simply added a bow and an ornament. Hard to see in the photos, but the bows look really pretty with the sunlight streaming in. Ornaments from Big Lots tossed in my urn {this urn was originally gold and I sprayed it using antique white spray paint}. I love this printable from Betty Crocker Wannabe Trying to snap these shots was a little difficult as my little ones never shy away from a camera and they were so happy blowing bubbles that I didn’t even ask them to move! Our back door is a simple wreath with a pretty satin ribbon. And our garage door {from the outside} has a little touch of Christmas as well. It makes me smile when I pull the car in the garage! And lastly, these beautiful stockings were made by our grandma for the children. They are so special because they are not only made with love, but they are lined with pillow cases that belonged to our great grandma and grandpa. I love that. My hubby and I need a couple of burlap stockings to compliment them don’t you think! {did you notice they hang a different way than all stockings . . think that means I need to make them myself!} Have you added any final touches? I would love to see them!
Carissa @ the Fabulous Design File says
Your holiday decor is great! I'm going to try to keep it simple this year, myself. Gorgeous bubble photos of the kids too!
Kristin says
I really love the pretty ornaments hanging from the grapevine wreath. So simple and yet elegant looking. I have a very plain looking wreath that will be getting this treatment tonight!
Thanks for the shout-out!
modern jane says
They are all so simple but it looks beautiful! Your are pretty adorable too!
Kendra {House of Ficek} says
Is that a cable knit looking bowl that is holding those ornaments? I love that whole room, and all its green Christmas wonder. I wouldn't move the kiddos either, if there happy Momma's happy, right?!
Ali Rockwell says
Love the wreaths! Grapevine wreaths are so darn cute and you can do so much with them! I love the way ours turned out this year.
And I loooooove that printable. SO beautiful!
Christine says
I have the same metallic colored ornaments, I found them at the dollar store! I have them on a glass cake platter with some curled wrapping ribbon on top. There is a photo of it here:
http://craftygeordi.blogspot.com/2010/12/vintage-ornaments-and-crafted-christmas.html
Lili says
simply stunning, courtney! great shots with the kiddos as well….
i have extra wreaths on hand and i may enter my husband's territory and hang a wreath or two on his garage doors!
Michaela says
Courtney! Our stockings are made by our grandma, too! She made me mine when I was 1 year old, so it's 19 years old now. I just adore it. It looks very similar to Riley's. I can't wait to show you. Also, I love that printable…what a perfect verse to have on display.
JC's Loft says
OMG that is so neat that the stocking are lined with your grandparents pillowcases, I've never heard of that, but what a fabulous idea!!!! You need to keep those babies in the safe or something, those are priceless : )
Your decor looks so good!
Paula
Chassity (Look Linger Love) says
Your home looks gorgeous and festive! You did a great job on the wreath. And those stockings would be my favorite thing!!
Danielle Oakey Interiors says
you are starting to make myself feel lazy. it looks incredible!
AnaLisa says
Your wreaths looks GREAT and love that printable.
Lisa says
Courtney, your house looks gorgeous, dahling! And how adorable are your two little ones blowing bubbles? So sweet! I printed that same Christmas tree of words from Betty Crocker Wannabe just this morning…love it! Have a happy Friday.
Simply LKJ says
Courtney, I love the grapevine wreaths! I have a couple extra I purchased I was going to turn into garland, but didn't. Might add them to the porch doors. Or better yet, now that you are "done" you can come do mine for me…pretty puuuuleaze!
Laura Keller says
The magnolia wreath is gorgeous! And those stocks are beautiful as well and even more so since they've got some special family stories behind them. Looks like your home is decked out and ready for all the holiday festivities… Happy Holidays!
Colleen says
I'm with you on the simple. I think it all looks very elegant.
Megan {Honey We're Home} says
I've gotten a case of the lazy's too lately! I like how you've pulled everything together so nicely. Those kiddos are adorable blowing bubbles- your son's mouth while he blows is cracking me up! 🙂 So sweet! What a precious gift those stockings are.
Carly @ Honey and the Moon says
It looks great! I love little touches of Christmas like what you did on your grapevine wreaths..just enough Christmas without being too over the top.
x
Aubrey says
It all looks gorgeous…but my favorite pics are of the little ones looking so cute and happy! (c: Isn't that the best present for the holidays??? And those stockings are amazing, what a treasure! There is nothing that can replace sentimental value…
http://loveallthingsbrightandbeautiful.blogspot.com
emily says
Your home looks gorgeous! I love the ornaments hanging from the wreaths!
Allison says
Your wreaths are beautiful, Courtney. I love the simplicity of them with the bow and ornament. I think you posted a wreath awhile ago with just a bow and that's when I decided that's what I was going to do. You inspired me! I love a fun, big bow on a wreath! How special those stockings are! Your kids are adorable. Such fun photos with the bubbles! I haven't gotten to final touches yet….just starting decorating now. I'm slow going this year. Your home looks beautiful.
Leah says
I love your wreaths Courtney they turned out amazing! Your home is so gorgeous!
Luvs!
Jennifer says
beautiful!! 🙂
sarah, flourish design + style says
Your decor is gorgeous! I love the shots of the kids and their bubbles.. so perfect! xx
Rene says
How did I miss this post Courtney? Thanks so much for the shout out. Your home looks amazing and this is the first time I have caught a glimpse of your patio which is gorgeous! The kids are pretty cute too 🙂
-Rene