Sleds, Bells, Roses, and Mittens on the Pine Tree

(My parent's tree this year)

What do you do with a FAVORITE tree skirt when you don't have a tree?!
Drape it over the entryway of course.

Pottery Barn Kid's Monogrammed tree skirt with our last name
with the rocking horse my Grandpa made me when I was little.

I didn't do Christmas cards (for the first time EVER!!)
OR
a Big, Main Christmas tree this year!

But somehow Christmastime just goes on,
not noticing these 2 major holiday traditions I neglected.
I'm hoping the boys won't notice the absence of the Main tree,
since our home is spinning in other Holiday Magic decor.

We actually spend Christmas Eve night and Christmas Day at my parent's house.

It feels like we are away at a Rustic Retreat

with snow folding us in on every side.

Have I ever mentioned the talent my parents have with holiday decorations? They can put together some dazzling decor. Since we'll have our presents under their tree, I thought I would show it!

MY PARENT'S TREE

The tree topper


Mittens, Sleds of all sizes, Bird Houses,
Pinecones, Roses, and berries.
Complete Charm all cozy in a tree.

The kids can stand in front of the tree and find treasures,
like this Santa or the Snowman

A lime green pinecone?!! I'm in love...





Super sized bells rest on big boughs

Their Mantel

Waiting
for the Night Before Christmas

This post is linked to:
The Nester
Southern Hospitality
Hooked on Houses
The Inspired Room
Thrify Decor Chick
It's So Very Cheri
DIY Day
Tip Junkie
Funky Junk
Holly Bash
Today's Creative Blog
Show and Tell
DIY Showoff

Don't forget to check out this post I have here on making the holidays easier and {almost} stress free!