Welcome to mi casa everyone...
I'm so excited to be part of the 2015 Holiday Home Tour hosted by the talented Marty from A Stroll Thru Life. If you're visiting from Emily's home tour at Eleven Gables, I'm so glad you stopped by.
It's been almost five years since I decided to change the way my home looked, it's been a huge learning experience and this blog is where I share it all. From small craft projects to big room renovations we're making this house our home.
My style it's been very traditional, a couple of years ago I was leaning towards the transitional side, using lots of black and bold colors, but lately, I've been changing to a more traditional - farmhouse style and I think my Christmas home tour shows some of it.
I was so glad to participate in the Home Depot's DIY virtual party where the front porch was showcased. A trio of boxwood wreaths created the focal point on my lil' porch. But, let's go inside!
A vintage sled holding the ice skates that my daughter used when she was a little skater adorn the foyer.
The living room sports a new look. In my previous project, the telephone advertisement sign replaced the gallery of old windows this wall sported for a very long time. It feels a bit emptier but I thought it was time for the windows to go.
On the coffee table, a vintage train car holds a little tree.
I hung another boxwood wreath in the adjacent dining room, I'm loving them, and I can use them year-round.
However, the thing I like the most in my dining room at this very moment is the sphere chandelier. It totally steals the show and it makes the room much brighter than when we had the previous light fixture!
The table is half done, as usual, my white dishes are the ones to be used. As a centerpiece, the Epsom Salts luminaries make quite a statement.
Having a small kitchen, the holiday decor goes to a minimum. Some ornaments on the shelves and a small wreath on the range hood.
On the window sill a tiny pine tree I found in the yard makes me smile every time I'm washing dishes in the sink, it's the cutest! I'm planning on transplanting it outdoors when it grows some more.
On the kitchen island, a basket with pomegranates and a joy sign is the only decor I can handle there.
The breakfast table is the one we use the most.
The wooden dowel tree, this time dressed in red with small wooden ornaments.
The napkins and silverware are tied in a bundle. ;)
On the other side, is the family room, the place we spend most of our time. This is the first year we have the Christmas tree right next to the fireplace and wow, it makes a huge difference. From now on this is going to be its proper place.
The cotton wreath on the mantel is one of my favorites, it gives a nice texture to the whole scene.
Mr. Bear still keeping his post by the side of the Christmas tree.
Finally, I created a hot cocoa station, in what it's called: my LaundryRoom-BarArea-KitchenGaragePassageway - Phhhf so many titles to such little room! But oh well, I'm tickled pink by just looking at it every time I get home. All the details about it are right HERE.
However, right now it's time for you to go to the next stop, my friend Linda from It All Started With Paint, you're gonna love her kitchen, and her living room, and ... Well, you're gonna love her home!
Click on any of the links below for more Christmas decor.
And now, it's time for you to show off your beautiful home all decked out for the holidays!
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I was so glad to participate in the Home Depot's DIY virtual party where the front porch was showcased. A trio of boxwood wreaths created the focal point on my lil' porch. But, let's go inside!
A vintage sled holding the ice skates that my daughter used when she was a little skater adorn the foyer.
The living room sports a new look. In my previous project, the telephone advertisement sign replaced the gallery of old windows this wall sported for a very long time. It feels a bit emptier but I thought it was time for the windows to go.
On the coffee table, a vintage train car holds a little tree.
I hung another boxwood wreath in the adjacent dining room, I'm loving them, and I can use them year-round.
However, the thing I like the most in my dining room at this very moment is the sphere chandelier. It totally steals the show and it makes the room much brighter than when we had the previous light fixture!
The table is half done, as usual, my white dishes are the ones to be used. As a centerpiece, the Epsom Salts luminaries make quite a statement.
Having a small kitchen, the holiday decor goes to a minimum. Some ornaments on the shelves and a small wreath on the range hood.
On the window sill a tiny pine tree I found in the yard makes me smile every time I'm washing dishes in the sink, it's the cutest! I'm planning on transplanting it outdoors when it grows some more.
On the kitchen island, a basket with pomegranates and a joy sign is the only decor I can handle there.
The breakfast table is the one we use the most.
I set a quick tablescape with these gorgeous plates by Better Homes and Gardens from Walmart.
A trio of bleach pine cones as a centerpiece, and...
The wooden dowel tree, this time dressed in red with small wooden ornaments.
The napkins and silverware are tied in a bundle. ;)
On the other side, is the family room, the place we spend most of our time. This is the first year we have the Christmas tree right next to the fireplace and wow, it makes a huge difference. From now on this is going to be its proper place.
Mr. Bear still keeping his post by the side of the Christmas tree.
On the coffee table a frosted bottle brush tree under a cloche, sporting the same treatment as the luminaries in the dining room with Epsom Salts.
This is also the season for board games at RLC, one of our faves is Spot it. It's so fun and it's good for little kids and adults alike, you just need to have a quick eye. ;)
Finally, I created a hot cocoa station, in what it's called: my LaundryRoom-BarArea-KitchenGaragePassageway - Phhhf so many titles to such little room! But oh well, I'm tickled pink by just looking at it every time I get home. All the details about it are right HERE.
However, right now it's time for you to go to the next stop, my friend Linda from It All Started With Paint, you're gonna love her kitchen, and her living room, and ... Well, you're gonna love her home!
Click on any of the links below for more Christmas decor.
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And now, it's time for you to show off your beautiful home all decked out for the holidays!
Cristina - I just adore your holiday home this year! Stunning!!! So much pinning inspiration!
ReplyDelete:) Linda
Everything looks beautiful! I don't even know where to begin lol. From the wreaths on the front door to the tiny tree in the window, it's just perfect.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely stunning. I love everything from the cotton wreath, tree, to the fabulous laundry room. Every space is fulled with tons of inspiration and love. Beautifully done and gorgeous tour.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful Christina! Your house is a real winter's wonderland. Every detail is so festive and perfect, without overdoing it and yes, your house projects a soft and clean farmhouse style, magazine worth. Your photography is great too, I amiga querida.
ReplyDeleteFeliz Navidad.
FABBY
Oh Cristina your home is truly a magical merry wonderland! May all the joys of the season be yours.
ReplyDeleteYou are just so talented Cristina. Your home is just gorgeous and your photography skills are amazing. I swear I am flipping through a decorating magazine looking at all of this eye candy!! Cheers.
ReplyDeleteYour home is just absolutely DIVINE in every aspect! I love your style EVEN BEYOND THE holidays, but this time of year, your home just shines - literally and figuratively Cristina!
ReplyDeleteJust gorgeous! That cotton ball garland looks like little snowballs! :-)
ReplyDeleteI love your home, Cristina! Not only is it full of charm, but you showcase your talents beautifully with all of your wonderful projects.
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Cristina, Your Christmas décor is gorgeous! The family room is my favorite with your beautiful tree.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely! That dowel tree is do cute. I love your cocoa station.
ReplyDeleteI love your home!! Your tree is my favorite :) I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteDebbie
Todo muy bonito y elegante. I particularly love the sphere chandie!
ReplyDeleteCielo
Todo muy bonito y elegante. I particularly love the sphere chandie!
ReplyDeleteCielo
Love, love, love everything Cristina! Your attention to detail is amazing.. It was so much fun being on tour with you. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and Happy Holidays!
ReplyDelete:) Kim
Everything looks so good! I think I need to flock my tree next year. Wishing you a Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, Cristina, every image is packed full of inspiration and beauty! What a lovely tour, thanks for sharing with us!
ReplyDeleteCristina, I love your home and every project you've completed to create it so well! You are just full of terrific ideas so well executed! I'm like you - none or very little decor in the kitchen - need the space for working (except my wine rack, because we're not drinkers!). I was visiting your hot chocolate bar (too cute), and had to back track for this fabulousness. Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteYour home is so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYour tour is pure eye candy! I love your front door and the pom pom garland on n your mantle the most. So many ideas for next year. Thanks for the inspiration! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteYour tour is pure eye candy! I love your front door and the pom pom garland on n your mantle the most. So many ideas for next year. Thanks for the inspiration! Merry Christmas!
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