I love getting the house ready for Christmas! It’s the one time of year I really go all out with garlands at various windows and along the staircase, the Christmas village, lights outside, the tree and of course, the table for Christmas Eve. I must confess the table is a two person operation as my husband has it down to a science as to where the china and crystal are stored and how to lay out enough spots for all the friends and family that are attending. Once he gets the basic layout done, I come in and do the decorating.
We usually have three tables and I try to do something different on each one. The fun part is mixing in new with old family favorites, like my husband’s Lionel train set, gifts from friends who know I love Christmas, or handmade items my daughter or mother had made. Of course, everything around the house has color. No monochrome displays or just white lights. Sorry. It may be “elegant” but it’s just not for me!
Just in case you need a little Christmas decorating inspiration, here are some links to some fun sites for you to check out!
- For those with a country flair: http://bit.ly/2zXEqoN
- Tap your inner Martha Stewart: https://www.marthastewart.com/274574/christmas-decorating-ideas
- Want to try out different colors for Christmas? https://www.bhg.com/christmas/indoor-decorating/christmas-color-schemes/
- How about a little Southern, y’all? https://www.southernliving.com/food/holidays-occasions/christmas-decorating-ideas
- Or are you feeling a little wacky this year? https://yhoo.it/2zVxnwM
FYI – this photo is of one of our Christmas Eve dining room tables!
