12/19/2011

2011 Christmas Home Tour Finale

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Warmest Christmas Wishes!
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Today I thought I would take you on a photo tour of our 2011 Christmas
 home.  I just want to warn you...there are alot of photos...so grab a cup of hot
 cocoa and a Christmas cookie (or two). 
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I hope that you enjoy!
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The 2011 Christmas tour will begin
 in the living room.
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~Silver Symphony~
2011 Christmas Mantel
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If you would like to see more of the ~Silver Symphony~
 Christmas mantel...just click HERE.
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A Christmas vignette in the living room.
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The sparkling white and shimmering silver color theme continues
 in a Christmas vignette for the living room window.
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If you would like to see more of my living room's
 Christmas vignettes...just click HERE.
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Moving into the dining room...
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Our 2011 traditional red, white and green Christmas tree.
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~God Jul~
(Merry Christmas)
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Our dining room is hosting a Swedish Christmas this year!
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A Swedish Christmas table centerpiece.
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If you would like to see more of my Christmas dining room and
 the Swedish Christmas centerpiece...just click HERE.
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A Swedish Christmas buffet!
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Lots of red and white...and lots of hearts...
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a "must have" for a traditional Swedish Christmas!
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If you would like to see more of my Swedish Christmas
 buffet...just click HERE.
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~God Jul~
Merry Christmas
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Thank you so much for coming by!  I hope that you enjoyed the
tour of my 2011 Christmas home!
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As many of you know, Honey and I are heading to Texas this week
 to spend Christmas with my family.  I'm soooo excited!!!  It has been a long
 time since all of my family has been together for Christmas.  Soooo...I'm taking a bit
 of a blogging break.  This will be my last post of 2011.  I will be back to see
 the new year in!  Wow...can you believe that it's nearly 2012?  Where
 does the time fly to?
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Well dearest friends...warmest wishes to you
 and your family for a wonderfully sweet and blessed
 Christmas! I will see you soon!
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Warmest Christmas Wishes!
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48 comments:

Sonny G said...

as always, its stunningly beautiful in every shot.. What an amazing feeling it must be to walk through from room to room and see it all..
You surely have the designers eye.

Sonia said...

Oh Chari,
Your entire home is so festive! The silver in the living room is so elegant and just gorgeous! I love your tree colors of lime green and red...I think that is my favorite combination. I did the same this year and added a few things. Your dining room is so perfect for the Holidays...I've never been brave enough to paint a wall red...but I sure love it!! Your mantel looks like a Southern living picture..the lanterns, angels and evergreen swags are so pretty! Merry Christmas my friend!
Miss Bloomers

Nann said...

Your home is stunning. I so enjoyed every room. The silver and white were gorgeous. It took my breath away. Everything you do is beautiful! I love your blog and coming to it.

Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas said...

Beautiful Chari!! Gorgeous photos and gorgeous decorating! And such a beautiful day!

Merry Christmas to you!!

Lou Cinda :)

Anonymous said...

Hi my name is Tabitha and found you on Metamorphosis monday. Your home is georgeous! I really enjoyed your tour! Thanks so much for sharing. Your blog has great ideas and beautiful decor I'm your newest follower! Please stop by and visit me as well....your always welcome!

Linda said...

Your home is so beautiful...and every picture is breath taking!I love every corner of your beautiful home! Merry Christmas!!

Richard Cottrell said...

Your home is delightful, cheerful and so beautifully decorated. Thanks for sharing. I hope your Christmas is just as beautiful as theses picture. Richard from My Old Historic House.

Anonymous said...

Chari,
Beautiful, as always. Have a blessed and joyous Christmas in Texas!

On Crooked Creek said...

Chari,
These are so elegantly exquisite...I never tire of seeing your talents sprinkled around your lovely home! The invitation to Tour was such a nice gift! Thank you for all the inspirational ideas you give to me!!!
Fondly,
Pat

Calypso In The Country said...

I love all your festive Christmas decor! The sparkly silver really makes me wish I had some silver to decorate with in my house. Maybe I will buy some at some end of season sales! You did a wonderful job making your house beautiful for the holidays!
-Shelley

Tanya said...

So beautiful. Love your acorn and pine cone ornaments on the mantel.

Jan said...

Very elegant and festive. Happy Holidays!

The enchanted home said...

Showstoppingly gorgeous! Seriously ever inch is just dreamy and totally magazine worthy!

Unknown said...

Chari,

You have the BEST decorations! I love what you have done. So elegant!!

Olive said...

I have already told you how much I like your Swedish dining room. The crisp red and white is refreshing just like snow. Enjoy your family!

pam {simple details} said...

Chari, your home looks beautiful for the holidays! Your red dining room couldn't be more perfect! Enjoy the time with your family in Texas!

Janette - The2Seasons said...

We went with mostly white and silver this year, too. I wonder what the trend will be for 2012, since the lack of traditional colors has been the rage this year. Have a wonderful holiday.

Cindy (Applestone Cottage) said...

What a fantastic job you did Chari! Every bit is just gorgeous and delightful and I enjoyed every pic!
I will go back and look at the pics again!
I got your sweet card and it just made my day!
I am still working on mine, I am so behind this year.
Enjoy your trip my friend and have the Merriest and Joyous Christmas ever!
Love Ya,
Cindy

Theresa said...

Oh how beautiful, so much beauty! My favorite out of all of this is the tiered silver display in front of the window! Oh my gosh, GORGEOUS!

Enjoy your day dear Chari, HUGS!

Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Oh Chari, your home is so beautifully decorated. I love everything. I am so happy you are going to have all of your family together for Christmas. That is such a wonderful Blessing. Mine is all here now and I am loving every minute of it. I wish you and all of your family a very Blessed and Merry Christmas. Love ya, Marty

Artbyasm said...

Wow, everything is so well placed and beautiful! One day I hope to have my own home look well put together but I have and 8 year old and a 2 year old not to mention my husband is a bull in a china shop! When the kids get older I plan on doing more but for now I will envy your beautiful creations! I am a new follower! Please stop by anytime! Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Annamaria

Wsprsweetly Of Cottages said...

I cannot get enough of your lovely Christmas decor. It is just beautiful! I come here when I want some good idea's. I am going to be looking for lots of silver this next year. Sonia is right! Your home should be in a magazine..A LOT!~
I mean like every month. I feel fortunate I can come here and look and not pay for a magazine. It is just exactly the kind of photo's I look for in magazines.
HUGS for all you contribute to us!
Mona

Blue Creek Home said...

Hi Chari,
I knew your holiday house would be gorgeous and I was right!
The silver and white is stunning!
And, the day you decided to add that fireplace was a very good day!
Wishing you and yours a joyful and safe Christmas.
Rhonda

Gail said...

Your home is just absolutely gorgeous Chari! Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas. Enjoy your family as I know you will.

Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) said...

Absolutely exquisite sweetie!!!

Your home is so beautiful and I love the silver and white together. 'Just looks for very 'rich' together.

God bless ya and have a great trip and a wonderful Christmas with your precious family!!!

René said...

Your home is truly a winter wonderland. So festive and inviting. The vignette by the front window is beautiful. Thanks so much for joining the party!

xinex said...

Your home is absolutely stunning, Chari. Everything is so magnificent and sparkly, so festive. I stopped by to wish you and your family the merriest of Christmas...Christine

Cindy said...

Your house is beautiful, your decor is perfection!
Have a wonderful Christmas with your family and have a safe trip to Texas and back.
Love and best wishes, Cindy

Gypsy Heart said...

Stunning, as usual! I'm so hoping you're having safe travels and have a blast with your family. Just wanted to say hello and that I'm wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and all the best for the new year!

xoxo
Pat

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Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

Chari, Your home is so beautiful decorated for Christmas! I love every detail. Have a wonderful trip
and a very Merry Christmas.
Hugs,
Sherry

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

I could so seriously live in your gorgeous home! Don't worry tho!
Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

Hi Chari.... Couldn't let Christmas go by without popping over to tell you Happy Christmas!

As always.....I so admire your style... Everthing is just perfect.... now, don't take this wrong, but I really LOVE your bust. I'm going to looking for a little gal I dress up with pearls too. :-)

Big hugs,
Spencer

Frieda said...

Bonjour Chari
I came specially from Cameroon to wish a special merry christmas in your wonderful home.
I wish you a day full of love and happiness.
Special greetings from my family

Frieda

Unknown said...

Your home is so pretty! I love all of the different international themes. I would love to actually see everything in person, it is so beautiful. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

Unknown said...

Your home is so pretty! I love all of the different international themes. I would love to actually see everything in person, it is so beautiful. Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

@sweetantiques said...

hi Chari!
Just beautiful. Love the glitz and glamour, but of course my favorite is the Swedish theme! We're also in Texas for Chrismas as well. Load up on some good TexMex - that's what I plan on doing! -diane

Shari@Swinging on a Star Creations said...

Your home is decorated beautifully and your living room is stunning.....you are very talented. I am joining your followers. Hope you stop by and see me some time too.

Jessa said...

Stunning post! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year to you!!

Unknown said...

Beautiful! happy New Year!

Anonymous said...

Coming by to wish you a Happy New Year Friend! Maybe this will be the year we get to meet each other in person!

bee blessed
mary

Linda @ Life and Linda said...

As always Chari, your home is beautiful. you have a flair for decorating and I adore all of your special touches. Happy New Year!

Zuni, Chickadee Home Nest said...

Hi, Chari. I've been so busy with the holidays that I'm just getting to your post, but truly, better late than never. I'm glad I didn't miss it! Your home looks lovely. I especially love the tiered cake plates in front of the window and the vignette on your coffee table--all silvery and white and frosty and beautiful! I took a break too--too many fun things going on, but I've done TWO posts today! I'm back! :) Happy new year to you, Chari. ~Zuni

Chandy said...

Chari! WOW!!! I love your home and all that wonderful stuff you used! (Totally had to pick up my lower jaw from the floor! lol) Amazingly done and hopefully this year, I can keep us with your great designs! Hugs and Happy New Year!

Creations By Cindy said...

Every single thing you have here is beautiful! WOW and WOW! I love it all. Oh I especially love your heart ornaments. I love looking at your blog.

Unknown said...

Wow! I LOVE the design of your Christmas decor!Very very stylish. Great job in here. :)

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Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Chari,
I am finally catching up on my visiting!!
WOW! Your home is just breathtaking , all decorated for the Holidays!

Beautiful!!

Hugs,
Deb

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Chari, your decorating is something else! Love all the silver, red, green, and white.
I still have one little tree with white lights up which I will leave until the end of February and I always leave my village out until Spring. Hope you're having a good weekend.

Blessings,
Sandi