Last Thanksgiving weekend, I visited Colonial Williamsburg and was so enamored with the Christmas decorations on every single window and door. Fresh apples, citrus fruits, greenery and ribbons made up the most beautiful wreaths and hangings. I was so inspired that I purchased a book over the summer, "Christmas Decorations from Williamsburg". It's chock full of gorgeous photos, instructions for probably a hundred decorative items, and recipes. It's so much fun to look through!
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Since I'm just getting in the Christmas mood, I wanted to share some of these fun holiday decorations with you. Maybe I think they're so attractive because they remind me of the simpler times when Christmas wasn't a commercial holiday.
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What holiday decorations inspire you as you create?
8 comments:
Hey Jenni,
Love these places! Thanks for showing us!
~ Gabriela ~
I am also mostly inspired by old Americana style decor for the holidays. So simple and classic!
Our annual December trip to Chicago does wonders for me... the city is drenched in holiday goodness and I come home bursting with ideas!
I barely got Halloween up AND down. Pressures one!!!
LOVE your Marie creation below.
D.
Hi Jenni!
I went to Williamsburg for my honeymoon and it's one of my very favorite places ever! I'm so glad you got to go, it's unique and I always feel like I'm taken back in time there. I love the simplicity of their Christmas decorating as well. Happy Thanksgiving and happy decorating!
Betzie
Hi Jenni,
I love this style of decorating too. All the fruits in the wreaths are so homey. Thanks for the beautiful photos, and have a Happy Thanksgiving!
Take care,
Martha
Jenni
I am GaGa for all these Garlands!!
Gorgeous....
I hope you and your family have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving!!
xo
Wow…. Your home is just ready for Christmas. I too have got some beautiful wall decorations through Art.com for my home.
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