It's a little bit Christmas...

This has been a strange holiday season. First of all, we were supposed to be out of town over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Then I was scheduled to travel again—gone for 4 days the following week. When would I put up the tree and the trimmings? Maybe I wouldn't? Hmmm ...I hadn't really thought about it.

Then the Thanksgiving trip was cancelled shortly before we were due to leave, suddenly I had the time to decorate, but no plan. What would I do for a tree? Nothing creative came to mind. When in doubt, there's always the vintage aluminium tree...

But first, let's talk wreaths. If you read this blog you know I love making wreaths. Last year I spent a day with friends putting together several. This year that same invitation was received, but I wasn't able to make the gathering. Luckily back in July—for my birthday—my friend Erin had given me a huge "flocked" wreath. I hung it up but then decided it needed a little embellishing. Dried protea were added.

Along with a big brown ribbon...

...and a vintage Christmas postcard. This hangs on our front door.

The protea don't stop at the door, however.

Andrew and I were admiring the flowers at New Seasons and there were two big luscious protea blooms left, I said we couldn't rationalize buying them both. Overhearing us, the florist said she'd make us a deal; the pair for $10. Naturally we couldn't refuse an offer like that. So, pink for Christmas!

Here's my attempt at jolly making. We got a new sofa a couple of weeks ago and the ottoman hasn't arrived yet. They living room feels bare.

The mantle, left to right...

I pinched the begonia leaves the day we were supposed to get a freeze. The plants outside still look great, but now I'm enjoying them indoors as well.

I'll wrap up this look at the holiday decor with a little mood lighting courtesy of a sunny morning...

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