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2012 Christmas Home Tour

Filed Under: Christmas, Christmas 2012, Christmas Home Tour

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It has been a whirlwind December, and I am looking forward to the calmness that this weekend will bring.

I love the days prior to Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.  Tomorrow will be spent baking cookies with the grands and my daughter-in-law, and wrapping up the last of the gifts.

I wanted to save our Home Tour for last.  The Grand Finale for 2012, so to speak.

You have already seen most of it, but there are a few new pics, as well.

So, grab a cup of warm cocoa, swirl a candy cane around…and sit back and enjoy.  There are a lot of pictures. 🙂


We start on our front porch with it’s bright red door, perfect for Christmas.  

Greenery and gingham – a perfect combination to set the scene.


It may be small, but I tried to pack it with as much punch as I could. 

If you would like to see more, click here for our  Southern Front Porch.


C’mon in….

To the right in the foyer is my 12-Days of Christmas Tree, sitting on an antique cabinet.




It is closely guarded by two woodland friends…


I wanted to name them something equivocal of the season, such as Cinnamon and Nutmeg –


But my grandloves decided on Fred and Sharkboy.
So Fred and Sharkboy it is.   (I hope their middle names, at least, are Mistletoe and Holly)  😀

Next, we go into the Living Room… which was totally inspired by this wreath.


My Goodwill Sweater “Snowball” Wreath.


I hung it in the arched window above the sofa –


Don’t you just love my snowflake pillow?



Since we don’t have a fireplace or mantel in this room, I used our English hutch to create a display.



I decorated it in tones of silver and blue to coordinate with the sweater snowball wreath.


You can see more of our English Hutch here.

On the coffee table, I created a Mini Snow Village under glass.  I am so happy I created this.  I almost did not because I assumed my little grandies would play the Abominable Snowbabies and terrorize the village.  They didn’t.  They love to look at the “wittle” houses and “twees” under the glass.



You can see more about my Mini-Snow Village and ornament-filled Winter-Branches in my Living Room HERE.

Next, let’s head into the Kitchen.  The kitchen is really where my love of Farmhouse style comes in.  I do a lot of cooking and we entertained quite a bit this year, so I left the kitchen island area simple…


A vintage grater sits in an old kitchen scale, surrounded by mini cookie cutters.


I snagged a wood carpenter’s box from my shop inventory (yes, guilty!).  Then filled it with greenery, magnolia leaves, vintage silver and more vintage cookie cutters and mini pans. 


…and what is Christmas without some fun gingerbread men?



I used two lemon cedars on the counters.  I just love these…


Yes, yes – I know.  More numbered tags.  I have a sickness.  🙂


This area of the kitchen received the most attention, with small wreaths tied with satin ribbons on each cabinet front.


Yes, more tags. These feature a cute snowflake cut out with a Martha Stewart stamp.



A garland around the entry between the Living Room and the Kitchen was decorated with a large burlap bow and glittered initials…seven in all. One for me and The Hubbs and one for my son and daughter-in-law and my three babies.


Speaking of glittered letters…


Another burlap bow and NOEL.


I love these 5-min touches.  This eucalyptus wreath hangs in the window of our Breakfast Room.

And while we’re here in the Breakfast Room…do you remember our hutch?


Filled with bottle-brush trees and white dishes and snow-filled ornaments. 


This was one of my favorite projects this year.  Using scrap booking stickers to create a Christmas message on a plain white platter.


You can see more of our Breakfast Room Hutch here.

The table was simply decorated with potted trees.




More mini trees topped the pretty blue chest by the table…



Just a touch of sparkle…


You can see more HERE. 

Now let’s move into the Dining Room.  


Regal Mr Buck over the mantel keeps a close eye on things…



The Woodland themed Mantel features cedar and magnolia and grapevine and feathers…


 I love these lanterns –


…but I adore these French Grain Sack Stockings.


This has been one of my favorite mantels of 
all-time.  I will be sad to take it down.  


If you would like to see more of our Woodland Mantel, click HERE.

Also in the Dining Room is our English chest which serves as our Buffet.  It also was inspired by nature, and included this English Staffordshire Soup Tureen filled with mini trees and ivy…


Some cute little friends took residence here for the holidays –


A hand-cut star with our initial sits atop of pinecone topiary…


A beautiful swag of greenery and berries hangs above, filled with sparkling white lights.


Oh yea, and as hard as it is for you to believe, there was this….


A stamped tag with a handwritten message.  🙂

Now, let’s head into the Family Room.  I didn’t really go all out here, with lots of small touches.  Because this is the room where we spend most of our time. (aka – where the little ones play and romp and frolic) (aka- tear things up being the typical rough and rowdy little boys they are.)  🙂


Our tree was a mixture of cardinals and birdhouses and twigs…





You can see more about our Cardinal Themed Christmas Tree HERE.

The Family Room Mantel was also 
English-Inspired with a Gallery Wall of
 English prints above…


A pair of regal, gold deer hold court surrounded by magnolia, dried hydrangea and white lights –


To continue the Woodland Theme that was throughout our home this year, I added these vintage-style clip on birds.




You can see more details of the English-Inspired Family Room Mantel HERE.

The room arrangement is new, and it features two gallery style walls.

The second one is above the couch…




A new magnolia wreath features a gift from a friend, a pair of deer antlers.


Another wall features an antique marble-topped Belgium chest with my beloved English-painted cat plates in Royal attire. 


A collection of decanters and crystal is displayed.

By the way, these French Willow Wall Baskets are part of the new collection I will be introducing right after the Holidays in my online shop. 


 I love this collection.  Yes, I went shopping in my inventory again.  After all, I have to try out the quality of what I am offering for sell, right?  😀


Look for these and more that I am so excited to present.

So that’s the end of the 2012 Christmas Tour at The Everyday Home.  I know there were a lot of pictures, and I thank you for hanging in there with me.  Thank you for allowing me to share our home with you.  I wish you could feel the joy and the love within these walls.  

Next week, postings will be at a minimum.  I will have a look back at some of the projects of 2012 and choose my fave.

May all of you have a Blessed and Memory-filled Christmas, surrounded by family and friends.  And may the most precious gift you receive above all,  be the love of our Jesus Christ.  May God Bless You…. xxoo


(As always, you are welcome to pin any pictures from my blog, with my permission.  Just click on the Pin With Barb button
 found below.)






Sharing with:

Mary at Boogieboard Cottage for Masterpiece Monday

Jen at Tatertots and Jello for Weekend Wrap-Up Party


Jennifer Rizzo’s Christmas Linky Parade




Pinning Party at Debbiedoo’s and Fox Hollow Cottage




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Comments

  1. Kathysue says

    December 22, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    Barb, what fun it is to see it all in one post! Love walking through your lovely home and the new addition of blue is a beautiful statement all year long, but especially at Christmas time. Merry Christmas sweet friend, Love you bunches,
    xo Kathysue

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  2. ♥ Sonny ♥ says

    December 22, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    it all looks beautiful Barb.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family.

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  3. Pattie @ On Hollyhock Farm says

    December 22, 2012 at 12:43 PM

    Beautiful. I love that leather sofa! Merry Christmas.

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  4. ❀ JoAnne says

    December 22, 2012 at 12:45 PM

    Your home looks beautiful, Barb! I especially love your living room with the soft blues. Have a wonderful Christmas!!

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  5. brockey says

    December 22, 2012 at 1:20 PM

    Beautiful…… Love the snowflake pillow. Could you share where you bought it ?

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  6. Heather @ new house, new home, new life says

    December 22, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Your whole house is stunning, Barb. Love the tree in the family room with the birds and houses. And the dining room is simply majestic. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

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  7. marty (A Stroll Thru Life) says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:09 PM

    Barb, everything is so beautiful. I love your style and your home is always fabulous. I hope you have a very Blessed and Merry Christmas. Love ya!!! Hugs, Marty

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  8. Bliss says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:19 PM

    Everything, every area, all of it…. beautiful.

    Bliss

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Your home looks just beautiful, Barb! So festive, warm and welcoming for the holiday season. Love those reindeer in the entry. The grain sack stockings are wonderful ~ love them! Your red transferware fits right in with the holiday, too. Merry Christmas!

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  10. Shelia says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:33 PM

    Oh, my Lord, Barb! Your home is just gorgeous! You really went all out this year and your home is one of the prettiest I’ve seen. I was going to have a tour of my home, now I’m not sso sure I should after seeing yours! 🙂 Have a wonderful Christmas with your family.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;0

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  11. Cynthia says

    December 22, 2012 at 2:58 PM

    I still love all of your Christmas decor and seeing it in a home tour was great! One of my favorites is the outside of the house. Love it! Thanks for sharing your home tour with us. Merry Christmas, Barb.

    Cynthia

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  12. Atta Girl Amy says

    December 22, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Gorgeous. I don’t know how you accomplished it all with being sick, babysitting and all the hosting you did this season. Plus blogging and hangouts. Wow!

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  13. Valerie says

    December 22, 2012 at 3:25 PM

    Barb, your home looks beautiful.

    I love seeing it, your decorating brought a smile to my face during a rough Holiday season.

    Valerie
    Cottage Making Mommy
    http://www.lovingmyheartandhome.blogspot.com

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  14. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    December 22, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    Beautiful, beautiful Barb….May you have a very Merry Christmas with your loved ones!!!

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  15. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR says

    December 22, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    Barb, what a beautiful holiday home! Everything is just gorgeous! Love those new willow baskets…hint, hint! You have done a fabulous job! Merry Christmas to you snd your beautiful family!

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  16. Jill Flory of Sew a Fine Seam says

    December 22, 2012 at 6:08 PM

    LOVE IT – every single thing! I would love to come walk through your house! I came over from Town and Country – and I would LOVE it if you carried cotton in your shop! I’m going to be ordering some stuff from you – I am so glad I found your shop. I am out of town for Christmas but when I get home I plan to buy some stuff from you! I followed your blog so I can find you again easily!

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  17. Leslie's Garden says

    December 22, 2012 at 7:56 PM

    Barb, your home is so lovely! Santa will never make it to the rest of the houses, he won’t want to leave! Every room is so delightful!

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  18. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says

    December 22, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    Barb your home looks AMAZING!! I love every inch! Your English hutch looks stunning!!
    Merry Christmas friend!

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  19. Doreen @ Hymns and Verses says

    December 23, 2012 at 12:19 AM

    Your home is anything from everyday! It is stunning! Love all the festive touches and especially the color scheme! Have a Very Merry Christmas with your family!

    Blessings,

    Doreen

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  20. Audrey says

    December 23, 2012 at 12:39 AM

    Just beautiful Barb. So warm and inviting. Thanks for sharing.
    Have a wonderful, blessed Christmas.
    Audrey Z.
    Timeless Treasures

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  21. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME/Doublewide Decor says

    December 23, 2012 at 3:28 PM

    Stunning. I would run off with some of those reindeer….I have a few, but yours are definately regal! Merry, Merry Christmas!!

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  22. Robin says

    December 24, 2012 at 12:24 AM

    Thank you for the tour, it was so much fun!

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  23. Misty says

    December 24, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    I enjoyed the tour!

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  24. Elizabeth@ Blue Clear Sky says

    July 20, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    Stopping by, yes in July! , to say that your home decorated for Christmas is just lovely! So many pretty details and so festive too. I adore the cookie cutters nestled in the greenery and the scale and so much more! Thanks for sharing.

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  25. Robyn says

    October 25, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    I have to say that your home has the prettiest decorating I have ever seen. I pinned the tour to Pinterest, I hope that you don’t mind. (I tried to pin using the “Pin with Barb” button but I got a message that the image was too small?). It’s just lovely, so many good ideas. Robyn

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  26. Maureen says

    December 14, 2014 at 3:25 PM

    Your style of decorating is wonderful! Loved every room. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous home to us.

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  27. CountryLiving.com Feature says

    December 8, 2015 at 10:45 AM

    Dear Barbara,

    I’m reaching out from Country Living, where I work on food and lifestyle for our daily website. We just wanted to let you know that we featured Bottle-Brush Trees and White Dishes in a slideshow of our favorite ways to decorate with bottlebrush trees for Christmas on our site today. We spotlighted one image from your blog and, of course, linked back to your post for a full tutorial and more details. Our readers are really enjoying it, and we are excited to show support for your blog and hopefully send traffic your way. Our story featuring your site may also be featured on our sister sites such as GoodHousekeeping.com, HouseBeautiful.com and others, which will mean even more exposure for you.

    You can check it out here: http://www.countryliving.com/home-design/g2800/bottlebrush-trees-christmas-decorating-ideas/?

    Definitely keep us in the loop about other projects you have coming up. We always love to feature more fun ideas from creative blogs like yours! Feel free to email us at clideas@hearst.com

    Thank you!

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    • Barb says

      December 8, 2015 at 3:45 PM

      That is so kind and I am honored. Thank you so much for your interest and I would love to work with you any time. Sincerely, Barb Garrett (Merry Christmas!)

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