Tis the season for Blog Hops and Holiday House Walks…
Hi Pickled Rosies. Welcome back to Part 2 of my Holiday Blog Tour. If you missed Part 1, you can see it here. I can’t believe there’s just a couple more weeks left before Christmas and there’s still so much to do. I’ve been busy this week putting the finishing touches on the Christmas decor. Oh, who’s kidding. I’ll still be adding the finishing touches all the way up to the big day. When is enough? I’ll remind myself of that when it’s time to take it all down.
Sprinkle Christmas Throughout
I have really tried to sprinkle Christmas throughout the house this year giving each room their own “Fa La La” including this guest bedroom.
This was as simple as adding a few decorative pillows and small Christmas trees. A little “Festive Fluff” I like to call it. Oh, and don’t forget the garland. If you follow me and my decor this year, you know I’m ALL ABOUT THE GARLANDS. Can I get an “Amen”? You can make them as elaborate as you want, like the one I created from last week’s post, or as simple as this one made from inexpensive gift tags.
And the second guest room got ALL the feels too.
You can see this room that I created with Hobby Lobby in its entirety right here.
Magic
Chrismas lights are like magic, aren’t they? I love laying in bed at night and being almost hypnotized by the lights. It’s that same feeling you get when you stare into a bonfire. You just can’t look away and somehow you feel a little warmer inside.
And having a fireplace in our master bedroom is a bonus for sure!
The Bells
This year, as if you haven’t noticed, it’s all about the bells and I have these to blame.
I mean, seriously, can we get a standing “O” for these?!!!! I found them last spring on a junking trip to Junkstock in Omaha, Nebraska. These have literally set the entire theme for my decor this year and if you can ever make the trip to this event, I recommend putting it on your Bucket List for 2018.
Christmas Kitchen
Christmas also showed up in the kitchen this year. It is, after all, the heart of the home. The one place that everyone seems to gather. I wanted to make it as inviting as possible. Keeping warm apple cider simmering on the stove is one way to make the house smell divine throughout the season.
Being the big-time foodies that we are, finally having a kitchen we can enjoy cooking in together for the holidays is a dream come true for Mr. PR and myself.
This little nook above the cabinets will draw your eyes right up and is a perfect spot for a few flocked trees. And the open shelving keeps those plates and wine glasses right at your fingertips.
I so appreciate each and every one of you for taking the time out of your busy lives and stopping by. You have blessed me in every way this past year and from my family to yours, I hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
Now, go check out Christina at CG Home Interiors for the next stop of the tour and browse the list below for all the amazing bloggers participating.
The Pickled Rose
Jules says
Kristi! This is incredible! Your home just gets better and better! So magical!!!!
Courtney Davey says
So beautiful Kristi!! I love your Christmas decor and how creative you are! Great job friend!
Kristi Bissell says
Thank you Courtney for your sweet comments. Merry Christmas to you!
Lindey says
What the what!! I can’t even, there is too much cuteness! You have such an eye for the details my friend! Love it all.
Leslie Saeta says
Kristi! This is just beautiful. Your kitchen looks fabulous and that tree is amazing. I love how you used the plaid banner, olive buckets, and large bells. Oh, my! You are so talented,
Kristi Bissell says
Leslie, thanks so much for your sweet comments.
Jackie says
Oh my goodness! It’s all so lovely. I’m swooning over those sweet yarn trees on the coffee table. They’re so sweet! Merry Christmas Kristi!
Kristi Bissell says
Thank you so much Jackie fro your sweet comments. Merry Christmas!
Wanda Batschelett says
Kristi, you certainly have all the decorating talent in our family. Love looking at these photos. Aunt Wanda
Kristi Bissell says
Thank you so much Aunt Wanda.
Kayla Miller says
Just gorgeous! And you little baby in that carriage- I can’t even. Talented my friend!!
Kristi Bissell says
Thank you so much Kayla! I had to bribe him to stay in there.
Lillian perry says
Beautiful
Lori says
I just saw an instagram picture on 100 year old home of your Christmas mantel. Can you share where you found those giant jingle bells?
Kristi Bissell says
Hi Lori,
They are from my curated collection at Purple Rose home. My last post lists all the items and their links. I’m so glad you like them. They are such a fun statement piece.