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Friday, November 22, 2013

Sneak Peek at our Christmas Tree

I wanted to share just a little "sneak peek" of the Christmas tree I have been working on today.  I like to look at each ornament and remember past Christmas's....needless to say,  it takes me a long time to decorate a tree!

I remember when I bought my first pink Santa....it was quite a few years ago....at Dillards...with my mom at the after Christmas sale.   He was about $36....waaaaay more than I had ever paid for an ornament!   But , he was 75% off!   I hope that I can hand him down to my daughter someday.....if I don't break him!   Has anyone else had a hard time this year holding on to the ornaments!!!

My little pink pumpkin carriage.....

a vintage Little Bo Peep ornament....

I mix the new with the old, and somehow it all works!

I have this tree set up in the small dining room that is right off the kitchen.   Yep, we moved our table out and put a tree up in it's place!

This little piggy went to market....

The blue one is old....the red one is new (last years sales)

I've had this little angel forever...she's been on a lot of trees over the years.... 

This is the first year for these beautiful green roses.....last year sale....90% off....

I have used brightly colored ornaments.....

and mixed them with pastel ones...
Our grand daughter , Kyleigh, has been helping with the decorating this year....she does pretty good for a 1st grader....takes after her grandma....lol!   Our daughter is a Care Flight RN and we keep Kyleigh 2-3 days a week...it's wonderful having a little one around!

I can't wait to show you the finished tree....we will "light her up" Thanksgiving evening.


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36 comments:

  1. It looks beautiful, Penny- I love the sneak peek and can't wait to see more- xo Diana

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  2. So lovely! I am thinking of getting a pre-lit tree as can do without all the needles dropping from a real one. I have lots and lots of Hallmark ornaments, including the first they ever had. Plan to keep some for the tree but am going to give dear family and friends some of the others.

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  3. Cara Penny,so quanto tempo ci vuole per fare l'albero,perchè noi lo facciamo con il cuore,nulla è messo lì a caso,se non ci piace rispostiamo,che mal di schiena!Però poi che bel risultato e soddisfazione,come il tuo bellissimo albero vintage!Baci,Rosetta

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  4. Oh Penny this is beautiful. You have some wonderful ornaments I love your post.

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  5. So beautiful, Penny, and so much time and effort!!

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  6. Hi Penny, wow how beautiful it looks all the bright colored ornaments against the white Christmas tree! So pretty and I saw it on sunday showcase party! Julie at julieslifestyle.blogspot.com

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  7. Your xmas tree is just gorgeous! Your beautiful photos show all the beauty of your vintage ornaments. Fantastic!!!
    Kisses
    Alessandra

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  8. I LOVE THIS TREE ! it's beautiful.

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  9. Beautiful Tree! Your house looks lovely! Thanks for sharing all the photos!

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  10. Your tree is gorgeous! I love everything about!

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  11. I thought that mantle was gorgeous....that tree is something.
    So glad you joined us for ECS Cottage Style Entertaining.

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  12. Your tree is beautiful.
    I like a tree that has a history.
    Denise

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  13. Gorgeous, this is such a beautiful tree. Thanks so much for linking to Inspire Me and I hope you and your family have a very Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving. Hugs, Marty

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  14. So, so beautiful. I'm with you on savoring the memories attached to each ornament.

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  15. That tree is beautiful! I love all the fun colors and vintage ornaments! Thanks for linking it at Monday Funday!

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  16. Honey, that tree is gorgeous! I am inspired and will be purchasing more decor for my tree! Happy Thanksgiving and much joy to you and yours!

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  17. Hi Penny,
    I lost my comment so here I go again. Your tree is just beautiful! I like mixing the old with the new and it usually takes me about two weeks to get mine looking the way I want it. *smiles* I fuss a lot! Thank you for sharing this at my HOME and have a Happy Thanksgiving.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  18. Your tree is stunning. I have always wanted a white tree, but never knew if it would look right in my home. Your tree however looks amazing in your house (from what I can tell from the background).

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  19. Your tree is so pretty! When I was growing up my neighbor had hot pink carpet and all white furnishings in one room of her home. Your pictures remind me of her gorgeous room a little bit. I always thought it was just dreamy!!

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  20. Very Pretty....I have that same garland!!!

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  21. Just looking at this is getting me excited to put up our Christmas tree! Thanks for linking up to Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop!

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  22. Beautiful tree! I love the white tree; it looks amazing with the decor of your kitchen! Stopping by from Thursday's Favorite Things. I'd love for you to drop by and visit my blog if you get the chance. Have a great weekend!

    xo,
    Stephanie
    Diary of a Debutante
    www.stephanieziajka.blogspot.com

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  23. Such a fun tree! Thanks for sharing at Silver Pennies Sundays. x

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  24. I love your tree- the vintage feel especially! What an inspiration. Pinning this!

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  25. I really like the colors and on the white it looks amazing!

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  26. Penny, I love every little detail about this tree! I too love enjoying each and every ornament. Just starting on trees, but I have been 'calamity Jann' this year. Had a big Glitter Santa canvas tip over on my mantel and broke a white teapot and a mercury glass cake stand. Starting all over. UGH! Hope my décor turns out as lovely as yours!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  27. Penny!! Totally in love with this tree!! Love the beaded garland and the colors of the ornaments!! So pretty!!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  28. Very pretty Penny. Thanks for sharing.
    Sherry

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  29. I love your tree! We have a white tree, too--I like traditional trees, but you can do so much with the white ones. :)
    Thanks for linking up to Twirl & Take a Bow again--looking forward to seeing you this week!

    - Brooke -

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  30. Your decor is absolute perfection, as usual! I'll be featuring you tonight at this week's Project Inspire{d} ~ thanks so much for joining the party {pinning!}

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  31. Hi Penny,
    I love all of your ornaments. Thank you so much for sharing with Wednesday's Adorned From Above Link Party. Have a great week.
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
    http://www.adornedfromabove.com

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  32. So lovely!! Thanks for linking up at Take it on Tuesday - hope to see you this week!!
    ~ Betsy @ Romance on a dime

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  33. adorable. I've never considered buying vintage ornaments before, but this has DEFINITELY made me think twice! I might have to swap out my silver & blue tree for these lovelies! :)
    I'd love it if you could link up at my Holiday link party happening here: http://www.bacontimewiththehungryhypo.blogspot.com/

    Have a wonderful weekend!

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  34. Lovely, lovely tree...so many pretty details. Glad to discover your site; thank you for all the links too!

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