Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Natural White Christmas

Mine is a simple Christmas this year.

Lots of fresh greenery, some purchased and other greenery is from the woods (well, not really deep woods....I was able to gather fresh pine from a friend's home in St. Augustine, and cedar and arborvitae are from local bushes). 

We purchased a smaller tree this year as it was cheap inexpensive.
We put it in a vintage Dutch tulip gathering basket to add a little height.
The decorations are simple....wild grapevine for garland, local pine cones, white berry wreaths and light green hydrangeas.
A folk art Garden Angel adorns the top.  She is the design of famed folk artist, Mason.




These antique linens sacks were going to be stockings...oh well, next year?




White hyacinth bulbs...just recently planted.

Paperwhites, wheat grass, don't know what it is green and white plant, live moss and dusty miller under the cloche in a vintage galvanized basin as centerpiece for our farm table.

I recently found this awesome antique cast iron tree stand..original white paint, of course.  
This year; however, it serves as a candle base!

I'm linking to the following parties:
Kathleen at Faded Charm for White Wednesday
Jennifer Rizzo Holiday Housewalk Party

May you all be blessed as we celebrate the birth of our Lord.
Merry Christmas to all....
and to all, a good night!

Susie

18 comments:

  1. Your tree looks wonderful and I love that old cast iron tree stand! Don't the sacks hold more than stockings anyway? :)
    Merry Christmas my friend!

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  2. Merry Christmas,

    It all looks beautiful, love, love that galvazined tub with all those plants!

    Sylvia

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  3. Looks so gardeny. I love the tree with the vines and hydrangea. Your galvanized bucket all planted up looks incredible. The first time I planted no paperwhites.....I so miss them but I do have a lot of cyclamens.

    Merry Christmas,

    Carole

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  4. I LOVE/WANT that tree stand! You found that in Central Florida?! Good for you...
    Your home is so lovely Susie.
    Merry Christmas to you~xoxo~SueBee

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  5. very short- it looks amazing- I am down with horrible cold and the kids arrive in 3 hours and I am feeling non creative in commenting but I do think it looks wonderful .....honest..ACHOOOOOOOOO!
    xxx
    z

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  6. Beautiful...I love all of the greenery, especially in your kitchen. The tree is awesome, simple and pretty!!

    Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

    XO,
    Jane

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  7. Everything looks great! Love the white stuff...
    -Revi

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  8. Lovely lovely Susie!! Your home is just divine :) Love it all!!!

    Merry Christmas my friend!

    xoxo,
    Shellagh

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  9. Susie- Your house looks just great! I love all your sweet little touches. I really like the angel tree topper AND that old metal tree base. It makes a great candle holder, doesn't it? Merry Christmas, dear friend- xo Diana

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  10. LUV YOUR BLOG, STOP BY & SAY HI, WE HAVE A LOT IN COMMON :) GIO

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  11. Absolutely beautiful! I have missed seeing your incredible display talent. I look forward to seeing you soon. Can I tell you how much I love the "Winfield Floral Company" sign.......LOVE IT!!!LOVE IT!! LOVE IT!!
    Have a beautiful Christmas! xo

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  12. CRAZY about this look.... so serene and peaceful.

    Merry Christmas!
    Spencer

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  13. Love your blog, your pics are gorgeous!.....Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!...Greetings from Indiana...Heidi

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  14. WOW...I love the simple elegance!
    Blessings to you, dear Susie this new year!
    Rene

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  15. I love your beautiful Christmas tree and decor. I hope you had a wonderful, Merry Christmas. Wishing you a Happy New Year!

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  16. thank you for stopping by my blog and leaving your niece comment. So now I have discovered your blog and like it very much. Your home is inviting and soothing. I love your very natural tree and the pretty angel. The centerpiece is charming and I can imagine it in full bloom.
    As I was scroling through your older posts, I had to laugh out loud. I also collect pumpkin stems. When I find an interesting white faux pumpkin, I replace the stem with a real one.
    I wish you a happy new year, and I will stop by again and again.

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  17. Wow I like fantastic Christmas tree. Its really very nicely decorated and its put in perfect place. I also like your home decoration.

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  18. Just discovered your blog! I'm loving checking out your past blogs. This Christmas Tree in the basket I really love!

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