“The Lord is good,
a stronghold in the day of trouble;
he knows those who take refuge in him.”
Nahum 1:7
Welcome sweet friends, I am so honored that you are here. Since we are friends, may I share a little secret? I am as busy as a bee doing something I said would never happen (never say never). Did you guess? I am decorating for Christmas and it is still a week until Thanksgiving. Now let me explain… there is a very good reason. Everyday Living is participating in a Holiday Home Tour Blog Hop on Monday, November 27th! Yikes, that is the Monday after Thanksgiving. Christmas carols are playing, scented candles are burning, and glitter is everywhere! Exhaustion has set in and it is time for a coffee break. Won’t you join me as we revisit some vignettes of Christmas past.
Only first time guests ever use our front door, so decorations are kept minimal. From Our Door To Yours shared our small but festive entrance!
A simple lantern with fresh greenery and a bright red candle is perfect for a porch!
My “Renaissance Man” has been making the Williamsburg Fruit Fan for more than thirty years. You can see his tutorial by clicking the link under the first picture.
The life-size nutcrackers have been a main-stay on our kitchen porch for years! They will be moving this year!
Our son’s childhood wagon and teddy bear visited last year’s kitchen porch!
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Long-time readers know that my Mom was a fabulous crafter. I get misty-eyed each year as I unpack her hand-made ceramics!
The red velvet fudge was a hit with the family! For the recipe click the link on the previous photo.
Festive plaid cup for an espresso!
Paperwhites are a favorite for Christmas…love their scent!
My collection of Radko ornaments has grown over the years!
Old World Santas made by my Mother…
…and this one is my favorite!
A little peek into the family room!
Who doesn’t enjoy a Christmas tour? This bedroom was a dream!
An Antique bench dressed in silk and packages!
Thank you all for sharing everyday living with me!
Linking with:
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Pam, so many pretty Christmas vignettes! I remember the Williamsburg Fruit Fan. It is stunning! I know you must treasure your Mother’s collection of ceramics. What special memories they must hold. I have been busy decorating, too. There is glitter everywhere! Try not to work to hard! Happy Thursday!
Shannon, thank you sweet friend! Decorating and hosting Thanksgiving has me extremely tired! But, I will make it!
I made your red velvet fudge last year and took it to work. It was such a hit I made it a couple more times for friends and family! Thanks for the reminder, love your vignettes.
I remember that you told me you made it last year! Red velvet anything goes over great with my family! I always love your visits and comments! Happy Thursday!
I don’t even know where to begin..the Williamsburg fan, the paper whites sitting in such a beautiful arrangement, the Old World Santas made by your beautiful Mother, the wagon and teddy bear in his overalls..your decorations and your words speak of welcome and love to everyone blessed enough to walk through your door. In my childhood home, everyone came to the back door. There is something special about that too. I will anxiously follow your blog hop. A beautiful post!
Dianne, thank you for your sweet comments! They mean so much to me! Have a beautiful weekend!
This is a wonderful idea for a post Pam. I may have to go through my archives! So many lovely things here, but I especially love that you have your mom’s ceramics. They must mean so very much.
Thanks so much Jeanie…love Christmas memories!
Red velvet cake is my daughters favorite so I will try your fudge for her! Beautiful vignettes. Your Mom was VERY talented. I have some tree ornaments that my Mom made and am SO glad I have them!
If you love red velvet cake, this fudge is a keeper! I know you cherish your Mom’s ornaments!
The Williamsburg fruit fan is so gorgeous, you are so lucky to have such a creative guy in your life! When I saw the schedule for the Holiday Hop I almost pulled out, I will be at the “South Pole” until Dec 1, but I have an idea that I hope works out! I can’t wait to see your home decked out for Christmas, you will be a great kick off to the week! Your Thanksgiving guests might be a little confused however!
Jenna
Yes, our family have never seen Christmas all through our house at Thanksgiving! It has been stressful to try to decorate and host for Thanksgiving! I couldn’t do it without the hubs! Can’t wait to see your idea…it will be great!
Sweet Pam, what a deilghtful post! I feel ever so festive now {{smiles}} And I look forward to seeing your home all decorated for Christmas this year.
Thinking of you and wishing you a joyous Thanksgiving! Hugs and blessings! Stephanie-The Enchanting Rose
Thank you sweet Stephanie! Wishing you and yours a wonderful Thanksgiving! Blessings~
So many beautiful images of Christmas decor. Inspiring ideas a lovely little glimpses into your home all decked for the holidays. The memories that come flooding back as we bring out treasures from past Christmases are part of the magic of the season.
Thanks so much, Chloe…Christmas memories are the best!
Pam, such absolute gorgeousness! I do love the Williamsburg fan. Living about 1 hour away from Colonial Williamsburg for years, it was a place we visited often and especially at Christmas. I have made many Williamsburg type wreaths over the years, but never tackled a fan. Your husband is a talented man.
Also, I do love your mom’s Old World Santas. They are beautiful and I know a treasure to you.
This was an inspiring post, truly puts me in the Christmas spirit.
Have a wonderful day and weekend!
Sandra, I have been to Williamsburg several times, but never at Christmas! I know it is magical! Thank you sweet friend!
Pam, love your decorations and vignettes, especially the wagon and bear. I still have my oldest son’s little bear, with all the fur loved off. Blessings to you and your family as we begin the Holiday season.
How sweet that you have your oldest son’s well loved and worn bear! Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!
Beautiful post. Thank You for sharing. I love those plaid mugs.
Marilyn
Thank you so much, Marilyn!
Pam your Christmas vignettes are lovely. I always enjoy your posts.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING
Marion
Thank you for your sweet comments, Marion!
Lovely Christmas vignettes. Your husband’s Williamsburg fruit fan is a real wow! He is obviously a keeper.
The hubby is the best! Thanks for visiting!
Their all so lovely it would be hard for me to pick a favorite. I’ll be decorating the day after Thanksgiving. Always fun to stop by!
I always enjoy your visits, Lea!
I love teddy and his red ride.
Amalia
xo
Thank you Amalia!
Yes, that title does sound a little familiar! You have so many cute pieces and I love how you use color. So festive! Looking forward to your Christmas tour on the blog hop. I am sure it will be beautiful!
Shelley
Thank you so much Shelley! I appreciate your visit!
Pam your fabulous and gentle decorating style inspire us all. Your graciousness just does my heart good. So many gorgeous and sweet things here. Love that you have incorporated your Mom’s ceramics into your lifestyle too- I can imagine that they must mean so very much.
Thank you so much sweet Jemma!
It’s so cool to peek into your talents over the years! Decorating for the Christmas season every year can be a challenge for some, but it looks like you have it mastered…down to an art! I LOVE the huge nutcrackers!!! They’re really cool! Fun part of the decorating! Your Mom’s talents with ceramics were amazing!!! Good grief! Perfectly crafted!!! I don’t like to start early decorating either, but it’s often necessary if I want to get it all done. My old body can’t move as fast as it used to! Have a Happy Thanksgiving week!
Thanks so much, Alycia! I don’t move as fast as I used to! I have to pace myself and take little breaks! Happy Thanksgiving sweet lady!
All of this is so lovely, but the item that catches my eye is the nativity pillow. My late sister also did ceramics, and I have several sets that she painted. I enjoy using anything and everything nativity-related during Christmas, and I would love it if you could share your source for the pillow. Thanks! Happy Thanksgiving!
Cheryl, thank you! The pillow was hand-made and the crafter is not going to make any more of them. Happy Thanksgiving!
The best things are always handmade. What a treasure!
Oh Pam, these images warm my heart. You have captured the essence of the season beautifully. And your bedroom is absolutely stunning. Love it all. Your home is warm and inviting.
Have a happy and blessed Thanksgiving!!
It was fun joining you on this link party.
Janet
rosemary-thyme.blogspot.com
Thank you so much, Janet~
I love your style and vision. So many pretty ideas to be inspired by. Thanks for sharing.
Pam, I know you must treasure your mom’s ceramics. They would be so much fun to decorate with. Love your outdoor decor, and your centerpiece with the paperwhites. So pretty! Would love to try some of that red velvet fudge too! Pinned. Visiting from BF group.
Florence, I just stopped in and I loved visiting with you! Thank you!
Pam, I love looking back! I remember many of these. Your sweet mother definitely was very talented, just like you! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
You are always so sweet, Jann!
O how beautiful! every detail, every touch. It’s all so warm & full of love!