I do not use live trees inside; instead, I prefer the faux ones as they are pre-lit and easy to decorate. I love to use live garlands on the mantles and on the staircase. The smell is intoxicating, and there is no better smell than Christmas fir.
I have used magnolia garlands for the past few years, but this year I opted for a mixed green garland of cedar, fir, and spruce. I love the way it hangs along the mantles and staircase.
I wish I had smell-a-blog because it smells divine.
Parlor Mantle
Staircase
Den Mantle
I know I am giving you just a taste of my Christmas decor, but I will definitely be giving you the room tours soon.
Green garlands, y’all!
Love the garland and am looking forward to the 2013 tour of your home! Have a great day! xoxo
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful Ron...have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI love the garlands, Ron. You have spent lots of time with decorating after Thanksgiving!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! We have one real tree (and it is a beast this year) and we always put of one artificial (white with vintage ornaments). I love fresh greens throughout for accents however. Smells divine, but my allergies hate it! LOL I'll suffer.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job! I am doing that too (garlands and wreaths).
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful as always!
ReplyDeleteLooks beautiful as always!
ReplyDeleteI'll bet your house smells wonderful...
ReplyDeleteI bet it does smell divine! Where we live they ship Christmas trees to other parts of the country. I've had natural trees for years but once I converted to the artificial trees I was hooked! Looking forward to seeing more of your decorating!
ReplyDeleteLOVE the oysters of course!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
LOVE the oysters of course!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful!
True Christmas!!!! Love it ~
ReplyDeletexo
Pat