Hey there,
I've been waiting patiently for the clouds to roll out so I could take some pics of my home, which is all decked out for the holidays. It looks like the sunny days are finally here!
Pffft, so many grey days. :/
It's so good I'm using a bright palette for my decor.
This is the first year we've had the tree in the family room by the fireplace. We're enjoying it even more than in past years when it was left alone in the living room.
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I wanted to use a wooden box or container to hold the tree. I didn't want to use a tree skirt to cover the base, so the hunt was on...
After looking in stores without any luck for a wooden container that I liked at a reasonable price, building one was closer to finding the perfect one. However, on our last outing to the neighborhood flea market, we found this vintage galvanized tub for only 10 bucks; we immediately pictured it holding the tree!
Mr. RLC had to make some adjustments because the tree base was a tad bigger than the base of the tub. Once he was done, the decorating part began.
The embroidery hoop ornaments I made in October were the first to make it to the tree. Talk about a natural palette. ;)
The plain wooden ornaments I got at Michel's worked perfectly, too...
Wooden deer silhouette ornaments...
Wooden trees, stars...
And snowflakes...
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| Flocked Christmas Tree |
I have them all scattered between deer antlers, denim stars, cotton balls...
I also hung many of those wooden chalkboard ornaments from Target that I might or might not add some words to.
Topping the tree is a galvanized 3D star that ties in with the tub holding the tree.
The tree came with some pinecones, but I added some more.
Some fellows are calling this their temporary home. ;)
Mr. Bear, my son's favorite stuffed animal when he was little, is keeping an eye on those presents.
I like my tree this year, and it was effortless to decorate.
Have you done a rustic theme holiday decor?
I also hung many of those wooden chalkboard ornaments from Target that I might or might not add some words to.
Topping the tree is a galvanized 3D star that ties in with the tub holding the tree.
The tree came with some pinecones, but I added some more.
Some fellows are calling this their temporary home. ;)
Mr. Bear, my son's favorite stuffed animal when he was little, is keeping an eye on those presents.
I like my tree this year, and it was effortless to decorate.
Have you done a rustic theme holiday decor?
This is my first year doing it, and I'm loving it!
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ReplyDeleteI love it! Natural just appeals to me, and I love the tub it is sitting in! Cristina you photos are so pretty, amazing work!
ReplyDeleteYour tree looks beautiful and so many lovely ornaments. I did a neutral Christmas living room and tree plus dining room two years ago and really loved it. I am thinking next year that I may go that route again.
ReplyDeleteOh I love, love, love it.
ReplyDeleteYour tree is so pretty, and I love the galvanized tub you found to hold it...Perfect!!
ReplyDeleteMary Alice
Our home is full of rustic decor, so our tree always has rustic touches to it. We always have fun, family ornaments though!
ReplyDeletexoxo, SS
The Southern Stylista
It's absolutely gorgeous Cristina! I want to do rustic for my next year's theme so I'm taking pointer from you! Love it!
ReplyDeleteIt is so pretty! I like the addition of the galvanized tub and star and the grain sack bench and your rustic packages. Just lovely! One year I decorated my tree with dried hydrangeas from my garden, birds' nests, clusters of red berries and snowy pine cones. That was my favorite tree ever. I wish I still had hydrangeas so I could do it again.
ReplyDeleteSue P.
Your tree looks beautiful! I admire your decorations. I will definitely try some of the ideas. Thanks! With the white colour your home looks so clean and bright.
ReplyDeleteNow that picture belongs in a magazine!!! Just stunning my friend! Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteJust stunning! Your photography is magazine-worthy! Love, love, love it all!!!!
ReplyDelete:) Linda
Wow, I love the flocked tree and the monochromatic color scheme...so pretty!
ReplyDeleteThe tree is so soft and pretty. I love the calming neutral color scheme!
ReplyDeleteHello, I'm in love with your tree and I'm attempting to decorate mine similar to yours. Do you mind sharing where you purchased your tree and galvanized star? So happy I found your blog! Looking forward to what you do this year.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for stopping by! I bought the tree last year over at Walmart, It's a Pre-Lit 7.5' Winter Frost Pine Artificial Christmas Tree, Green, Clear lights. $125 before taxes.
DeleteThe galvanized star is from Michaels, they must bring it again this year. Good luck with them!
Thank you so much for replying, I'm honored :) Your tree is picture perfect and belongs in a magazine. I searched online and they no longer sell your tree, fingers crossed they sell a similar one to yours. One more question. What did you add to the tree are they brown branches of some sort? I can't make if out in the photo. Thanks
ReplyDeleteYou're so sweet, thanks! Search under "Flocked Christmas Trees" that's how this type of tree is commonly called. I saw very similar ones but a bit pricier. No, I didn't add branches, only the ornaments, some extra pine cones and a long piece of ribbon/thick jute rope.
DeleteThanks again :D for replying. I would have never thought of using thick jute rope, I'll have to try that. So the hunt begins for an affordable flocked Christmas tree. Hope you have a blessed day.
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