Decking the halls is slow-going.
slow, like I haven't started.
But I do have this for you:
I went back to look at what I did in the past to get refresh the memory...and thought you might like to look, too.
welcome to my past parlor tour...
Gosh, I have a lot of pictures...
these are only for the last 2 Christmases.
I'd better get busy.
I'll do some of this again...but some parts will be different.
Like so many of you, I really want to add Christmas to what's already there...simplicity is the name of the game.
Do you think I can do it?
The other thing is that I have re-done the parlor a bit since last year. Wallpaper is gone... walls are painted white...
definitely a less formal and farmhouse (I hope) style.
It is killing me to not participate
in all of the Christmas home tours/linky parties...
HOW do you already have everything finished?
linking to:
white wednesday
vintage inspiration friday
farmhouse friday
the charm of home
linking to:
white wednesday
vintage inspiration friday
farmhouse friday
the charm of home
Oh, I am loving the trip down memory lane with you. What a gorgeous post, I love the photography.
ReplyDeleteWe'd love to have you share at our Wednesday linky party so everybody can see!
Hugs,
Patti
These pictures of your parlor are so beautiful. I love how you put these old things together. Enjoy your decorating....and everything else that needs to be done. Blessings, Diane
ReplyDeleteRene ~ Thank you for the tour of your parlor from past Christmases. Very lovely, so antique and wonderful looking. This year I only put up a tiny tree, that was enough for me.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful love filled Christmas holiday season.
Hugs ~ FlowerLady
everything looks so lovely, wonderful, big hugh Kathrin have a great time !!!
ReplyDeleteEverything is just beautiful! I love every little touch! Coming over from White Wednesday and a happy new follower. How have I not been following you all this time???? =)
ReplyDeleteJeanine
It all looks so beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteBee happy x
Have a delicious day!
Your Vignettes are Absolutely Stunning! Love Everything! Thank you for Sharing!
ReplyDeleteVisiting from White Wednesday!
Have a Wonderful Day!
Warm Regards
Jill
You just gave me the BEST idea. Next year for Christmas I am asking for a gift certificate for a decorator to do my main rooms for me. I always find it so difficult. I know someone who will do it for $75. I think is is a bargain. What do you think?
ReplyDeleteThe photos are stunning..
ReplyDeleteYour style is simple yet elegant..
I can't wait to see what you come up with..
Your parlour is so pretty. I love every bit of it!
ReplyDeleteI love coming to visit you!! What beauty you have created.. Have a great rest of the week.
ReplyDeleteWanda
Oh gosh Rene' - LOVE it all! The victorian shoe, clock and bottle brush trees - vignette heaven! xxoo Heidi
ReplyDeleteHi Rene,
ReplyDeleteEverything looks beautiful! Your house looks amazing painted white. I love your space. And Pinterest...yikes, I had to put myself on restriction for a while. And the best of all....congratulations on your grandchild in the making. What an awesome blessing. All of you will be in my prayers. What a beautiful and amazing time with incredible joys to be had. Cherish every bit.
Christmas blessings,
Missy
I am loving those "past palor " pictures. I always love white Christmnas decorating and have several
ReplyDeleteWhite is always so pretty however this year I am pouring on the red
Oh, how lovely! I'm in love with your snow angels. They create such a nostalgic feel. And, of course, bottle brush trees sprinkled in here and there are always the perfect finishing touch. Can't wait to see this year's decor.
ReplyDeleteoh, miss gracies house - how i love coming over to peek around here! love your photo's & adore your decor! xoxo tracie
ReplyDeleteI love all your decorations. I especially love all the white. Your home and your blog are just beautiful.
ReplyDeleteEverything looks so gorgeous, I can't imagine changing a thing! But, you are so creative, I know that whatever you've done is even more inspiring. We'd love for you to link up and share with us at "What's It Wednesday". I can't wait for everyone to see!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Patti
I love your blog. I get a lot of inspiration here! As for not being ready to post, its killing me too! I finally got one up tonight but I am still not finished!
ReplyDeleteAmber @ junkaholics unanimous
You are not alone...I just got my home finished late Wednesday night...hope to get some sunshine on Saturday to take some pics and get some post ready to go. I enjoyed looking at your past holidays...it was all so pretty.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
Oh My Goodness! An Absolutely Stunning Display! Thank you for SHaring!
ReplyDeleteHave aWondeful Day!
Hugs
Jill
I love your Christmas decor. We have some of the same things incorporated. I like the silver touches, and the neural colors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking us on your Christmas Past Tour... it was all stunning... and I'm certain your Christmas Present will be equally amazing. No hurries... no worries... it will come together in due time. This year I didn't have the time to decorate like I usually would and so I went with a Salvage Memory Christmas that was effortless, quick and turned out far better than I ever imagined... the entire crew here thought it might be our best Styling ever... so sometimes necessity is the Mother of Invention and the results will astound you!
ReplyDeleteChristmas Blessings from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian
I definitely think you can do it and hope to see a few pics from this year. Your pictures are gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteMy decorations are up only with the help of my darling daughter! Now, I am trying to enjoy and reflect on the season.
OHH! I love your style! I had to pin most of this! You have the most beautiful vignettes! Love it! Very nice. Thank you for joining me at Home Sweet Home!
ReplyDeleteSherry
Oh wow... {sigh} and {drool}!! Beautiful, lovely whites:)
ReplyDeleteIt looks fantastic! So beautiful everything looks. Love it all .. Hugs Ellen.
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ReplyDeleteDon't feel bad, I am just finishing up... I starred at those bins for 2 weeks! I wanted to participate in a couple tours but didn't get pictures in time... oh well, I'd rather enjoy it and not put pressure on myself.
Your pictures are lovely and whether they are from last year or the year before I enjoyed them completely
Blessings this week!
RE
So beautiful, love that silver gravy boat full of goodies! So glad you linked up to the party!
ReplyDeleteStunning - every detail is amazing
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