Scenes from Dec 23rd

Here are some (several) pictures of what Christmas looks like around our cottage today. I did keep the decor pretty simple this year and it makes me happy. I'm not even close to being sick of it. I think that's a good sign.

 A vintage chicken feeder filled with greenery and vintage ornaments sits on our table.

 My favorite stockings strung in the studio.

 A festive chalkboard in the family room. I can't get enough of mercury glass these days.

  An ironstone bowl filled with Christmas card cheer.

The holiday box I made a few weeks ago. Glittery reindeer make me smile every single time.

Glittery houses and feather trees always draw me in.

Oversized aqua ball ornaments hang in the front porch windows.

The 25th is almost upon us and like most of you, I'm wishing I could slow these last few days down. It seems the more I wish that, the faster they go.

The only caged birds around here are glittered and living on the front porch.

Trucks and trees.

A favorite find a from a few years ago looks great on the aqua door.

Urns filled with happy colored vintage ornaments.

The mantle in the dining room.

Jadeite and santas decorate the shelves in the kitchen.

 You better watch out...you better not pout...

A chippy red table helps hold the presents.

The time out chair happily gives up its corner for the tree and gets pulled into a cozy grouping with the sofa. We love it so much we don't want to move it back.

I hope you are all savoring every moment. I hope you aren't getting overwhelmed by the details that no one will remember any way. I hope this Christmas season brings you the joy you all deserve.