For me, more than any other element of Christmas, it is music that fills my heart with true joy. I am that person who begins listening to the all Christmas radio station the second week in November. I attribute this love of music to my Grandma Mary, a pianist, my Grandma Jingles, an organist, as well as my dad Norman who would dust off the Bing Crosby album every December and proclaim "It's not Christmas until Bing sings it's Christmas!" But truly it is my mother, Nadine, who filled my heart ... View the Post
A Victorian Tea and Fashion Show
One of the many activities that takes place during Dickens on the Strand in Galveston, Texas is the Grand Victorian Tea Reception. Get ready for A Victorian Tea and Fashion Show. A Victorian Tea and Fashion Show The tea was held on a Saturday afternoon in December at Lasker Inn, a stunning Greek Revival mansion. I had offered to take photographs of the event and went over the evening before to familiarize myself with the layout. A few other lovely guests were in attendance. This ... View the Post
Holly Jolly Saturday Smiles
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to Holly Jolly Saturday Smiles. I have kidnapped Mr. Decor and we are spending the weekend celebrating his birthday in grand style. These delicious Spiced Pear Pomegranate Crostini may be on the dinner menu. Holly Jolly Saturday Smiles This Gingerbread House Tea Party was so festive. All the sweet details made me smile. Christmas Greetings Earlier this week I was addressing my Christmas cards by candlelight as the power was out. For the past several years I ... View the Post
Christmas at Storybook Cottage 2018
Welcome to Christmas at Storybook Cottage 2018. Today I am joining my dear friend Marty from A Stroll Thru Life on her annual Christmas Tour of Homes. The decorations this year are clean and classic. They feature natural touches with accents of gold. Christmas at Storybook Cottage 2018 If you are coming over from Duke Manor Farm I am so glad that you are here! Laura always has the most fabulous holiday decor. The Exterior Entry Earlier this week I shared how we ... View the Post
Jumping Through Hoops Holiday Mantel
Hello sweet friends. Today I am sharing our Jumping Through Hoops Holiday Mantel. You may have noticed that one of the biggest trends right now in decor is the embroidery hoop wreath. I have seen so many truly darling creations and was inspired to create my own. Supplies An embroidery hoop, any size (I found all of mine at an estate sale for pennies!) Faux greenery Embellishments Hot glue gun and glue Ribbon The hoop wreath took less than five minutes to make and was ... View the Post
Outdoor Christmas Decor To Adore
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas here at Storybook Cottage. Today I am sharing Outdoor Christmas Decor To Adore with an evergreen entry. Outdoor Christmas Decor To Adore I am so happy to be joining the Christmas Porches and Door Decor hosted by Amber of Follow The Yellow Brick Home. If you are coming over from Our Southern Home I am so happy you're here! Christy's porch is truly inspiring! We have a fairly small entry but I love to make it feel as welcoming as ... View the Post
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