Saturday, December 07, 2013

Decking the Halls...Part II - Kitchen and Dining Room

It's been a busy week here...I've completed a little more Christmas decorating - this time in the kitchen and dining room.

Nothing extravagant or over the top...subtle touches - quick and simple is the theme for me this year.

Taxidermy is a real trend lately, and its something that McG is excited about!  Finally, I have agreed to let him have some antlers in the house!  They usually reside outside in the garage!

These are young bull moose antlers.  I added a small sign I found on clearance at Hobby Lobby and a star ornament from The Dollar Tree.








Next is the sideboard.  I kept everything as I had it originally, just added a branch of red flowers I found on clearance at Target for $2.39 and some green, blue and silver ornaments, a silver tree and a Christmas candle from Bath and Body Works.









A simple garland with lights on the ledge between the kitchen and dining room.  It is decorated with blue ornaments and green and red glitter birds.





On the island, I added a large vase with ornaments and a battery powered candle.






This year I am finding simple ornaments and subtle touches like branches and pinecones are all I need to get the holiday spirit in my home.  I am really liking the simpleness of it - it looks lovely without being overdone.

Are you decorating more simply this year as I am - or are you enjoying lots of decorations?  I'd love to hear from you!

Up later this week - our basement family room.

9 comments:

  1. great idea Cheryl, putting the ornaments in a vase...love it

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    1. thanks Christine...its easy-peasy which makes it all the better!

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  2. Love the antlers! What a great addition and I bet hubby is thrilled to get some "man stuff" touches....LOL

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    1. thanks - he has had these banished to the garage for a long time..so I think he's really pleased!

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  3. The antlers are so fun, I love the snowflake ornament and the ornaments in the apothecary jar are gorgeous. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  4. seeing your antlers makes me want to get the one I have out. I still haven't used it anywhere. (but they are deer antlers)

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  5. It all looks so festive and fun! Love the decorated antlers! :)

    Merry Christmas!
    ~Liz

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  6. I can see from your last two posts that you have been busy decorating and making your home festive for the Christmas season. Have fun!

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  7. Very pretty. Thanks for linking up to Twirl and Take a Bow! Hope to see you again next week! Trina from A Few Miner Adjustments

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