Thanks so much for stopping by to check out my tour friends, and welcome if you're
new to Simple Details! A huge thank you to
Jenny @ Evolution of Style and Amy & Christy @ 11 Magnolia Lane
for rounding up a wonderful group of bloggers to share their Christmas decor for the
12 Days of Holiday Homes!
Over the past couple years I've embraced the 'less is more' philosophy and ditched all the
bins of stuff in favor of using greenery from our yard. It's a great motivator to be creative
and rearrange all of my Craigslist finds for a new look. I've been holding out on you,
I have a couple new pieces! :) If you're not familiar, everything in my living room and
dining room are Craigslist or thrifting finds.
Come take a peek and see how I've changed it up from last year's tour, it's a total
different vibe and color scheme, but you'll no doubt recognize some of the pieces.
Living Room
I decided to bring out all of my blue and white pottery and pair it with black, white
and pops of chartreuse.
I love the tiny boxwood from the big box garden centers. They're a steal on sale and
easy to trim up for a topiary look. The NOEL pillow was a gift a few years ago, I
love it, and it always makes an appearance, as does my DIY Pottery Barn knock
Here's a tease of my newest Craigslist score - can you even believe I bought a chair?!
Before I tell you about the chairs, how fun is this whimsical guy?
He was a 'meant to be' find because I used the same print for invitations to my
Annual Girlfriend Favorite Things party coming up on Tuesday. I promise to fill
you in on all the details and favorite things! The abstract above was a quick diy
to pull the blue into my gallery wall.
Oh my goodness, I didn't buy one, I bought two!!! I know I have a problem, but seriously
I would have been crazier not to buy them, they were $25 each! They're unique, tall,
amazing quality and comfortable! If you happen to be new to Simple Details, it's a little
joke ~ I have a LOT of chairs!
I wanted to keep the decor to a minimum because I did a big glam-up job
on my oversized mirror. It would be easy to do with any mirror, I used beads,
pearls, ornaments and crystals that I had for tree decorations.
Check out that chair and don't pay attention to my sad paperwhites!
This is the first year ever they haven't gone gangbusters. I think I planted thirteen.
The chair backs are 48" high, kind of cool!
I like the mix of chippy old columns and urns with the modern geometric pattern.
Dining Room
Another quick DIY abstract, with layered artwork in front. I have a canvas I just
keep re-painting when I want to change up colors. No tutorial needed, ha!
One of my favorite decor items this year is the Three Cedars fresh wreath from
Lynch Creek Farms. It adds a gorgeous classic style to my dining room, and smells amazing,
can you believe how full and lush it is. Their finished wreaths are 26" and have a beautiful
three dimensional style. I think they'd make a wonderful gift!
Thank you to Lynch Creek Farms for generously sponsoring our holiday tours!
Thank you to Lynch Creek Farms for generously sponsoring our holiday tours!
Family Room
Since our tree is in the family room, I keep the rest simple, our cozy fur throw and fur
trimmed stockings are pretty touches. More blue and white pottery to tie the rooms
together.
My favorite girl, Rio for her annual Christmas photo. :)
Hope you all enjoyed the tour, thanks so much for stopping by!
Wishing you a wonderful season and the Merriest Christmas!
I'm lucky to get to share the day with my blogging bestie,
Lisa @ Shine Your Light is sharing her beautiful tour today, too.
It's one you won't want to miss!
My jaw always drops when I see her classic New England Christmas porch!
The 12 Days of Holiday Homes Tour
December 1st
December 2nd
December 3rd
11 Magnolia Lane(Amy)
December 4th
December 5th
December 6th
December 7th
December 8th
December 9th
December 10th
11 Magnolia Lane (Christy)
December 11th
December 12th
Holiday Tour Recap