Hello everyone, the Christmas decorating is finally finished and the glitter cleaning is also accomplished. Not really, you know glitter never really gets picked up completely from the hardwood floors until April, LOL.
Today is foyer day all dressed for Christmas. This is where we use our small German tree. This is decked out glass ornaments, many Christopher Raddko and Old World.
I have had this sled for around 15 years. It started out bright red and a few years ago I decided to give it a facelift. I used black paint. I decided to do a wash of silver paint that I deepened with raw umber paint to give it an aged appearance.
The stencils on the sides, I used regular joint compound to give it a raised effect, I enjoy doing this, it adds so much character. When I did this I had no idea there were products to use for the raised effect. To tell you the truth, joint compound works great and that will always be the way I achieve this look.
Some close-ups of the tree decorated. These were taken at different times of the day.
At dusk
On the antique shutter I added these bells I bought a few years back and I adore them. They have an antique quality that is a perfect touch. The rope holding them together is so pretty. A small bottle brush wreath was added to the old hinge. This I found at a craft fair a while back.
Moving to the Bombay chest, this year I used a box that I purchased at one of our food markets they used for display. They were selling them half price, pretty cool don’t you think?
It is filled with antique looking ornaments I found at a craft fair years ago and a bottle brush tree. You will notice throughout the house tour bottle brush trees were used in abundance. They add so much charm and age to Christmas décor, I love them!
The bottle brush tree by the lamp on the book is from an Etsy shop I found and I fell in love with the glass doorknob used to hold it in place. I know I could have done this myself, however, getting this tightly into a knob and finding an old knob would have been a challenge for me.
A candle always on this pedestal to greet guests. As you may see I haven’t finished the fall scent when this was taken, LOL.
The Hitchcock chair is adorned with a plaid throw and another box. This was also found at the same market 50% off and I LOVE the plaid. I think plaid screams Christmas. I filled this with greens, pomegranates and pinecones I have had for years.
I placed a wreath on the inside of the front door. I purchased these beaded picks from a garden center that has their shop setup for Christmas many moons ago. I have been frequenting this shop from childhood. It was a HUGE trip with my mom and dad for years. A memory I will cherish forever!
Much more to come!
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Hi Cindy, I just love your entry. So inviting and welcoming to anyone that comes to visit. Love your tree in the sleigh. The details with the stencil you designed is gorgeous. Your chest adorned with the case of bottle brush trees is so charming. Love the plaid box on the chair too with the throw. You’ve made everything so special. Christmas is beautiful at your lovely home. Thanks for sharing and inspiring my friend. xo
Thanks so my friend. I always try to add some of my regular style in with Christ
Cindy
Your foyer looks so pretty, Cindy. The tree is beautiful with those special ornaments. Loving the bells you have hanging on the shutter.
Mary Alice
I’m enjoying decorating this home. It’s great to see you back
Cindy your foyer looks so festive and pretty for the holidays. Love the sled and your tree and ornaments. Sooooo beautiful. Enjoy the next few weeks as we slide on down to Santa’s big day. This time of year goes way too fast.
Hugs.
Kris
Cindy – your foyer is a home run! I love everything you did, but especially the sleigh. The plaid box with the pomegranates and greens is so festive, and the bottle brush with the doorknob is such a pretty touch. Everything together created a very cozy entryway! Your pictures look terrific.
Thanks Amy, trying to incorporate my regular style with Christmas
Hope this having a super Hanukkah
I’m enjoying Christmas decorations vicariously as mine are minimal. Your ornaments are great!
I use my items and work to add the French Country flare
Your entryway looks so pretty with the sun shining in and the ornaments sparkling in the light! Your front door is gorgeous, and the wreath dresses it up nicely for the season.
Thanks, I love how the sun shines in our foyer
Everything looks beautiful. I love love love the sled! And the way you displayed the tree in the sled is so much fun!!! The tree looks gorgeous!
Karen
Thanks so much Karen
Your foyer looks beautiful all decorated for Christmas! The little sled is so cute…… and your little tree is gorgeous too!
~Des
Your foyer belongs in a magazine. That sled is perfection!
(And you’re so right about that glitter) lol
xxx
You’re so wonderful my friend. LOL, it’s never ending with the glitter. I hope you are doing well
Cindy,your entry way is amazing! I just love your sleigh and special paint and raised stencil treatment. What a fun way to display your pretty tree, too! I also am drooling over the large vintage shutter. Love all of the details you’ve added to the space, and your rug is gorgeous! Can’t wait to see more:)
I love old shutters and doors. I enjoy changing it up for the seasons. I have many of the rugs in different colors. I forget to show them in posts. You mentioing the rug made me realize that, so thank you GF. Hope you’re feeling better
I enjoyed this so much. Love that tree and setting it in the sled is so cute! I like the finish you did on the sled and the raised design. Who knew joint compount would come in handy for a craft! I like the boxes you decorated- I never thought to do that. I love bottle brush trees and that one with the door knob is so cute. Looks like you had a nice sunny day to capture your pics. I’m hoping for some today!
Oh my, I want it all!!! Love, love, love the sleigh and your little tree is amazing. You’ve really brought it together nicely, Cindy.
You’ve been my cheerleader from day one, thanks GF
I love the Christopher Radko ornaments on your little tree. They are so unique and shiny. I used to decorate my tree with those when I used a lot of color. You’ve got a nice collection! The sled is a wonderful addition to your foyer too!
Thanks Kelly. No matter my style I will always use these. I have tons and I adore them not to mention the expense
Cindy
what a pretty space for for your guests to walk into. What a feeling to have everything cleaned up, glitter free and to enjoy your beautiful holiday home.
That sleigh!!!! Everyone wants the sleigh including me!
Love your entry. Your guest must be so welcome when they enter. The sleigh is lovely.
Your home looks beautiful all dressed for Christmas. I must say I love the sleigh….when I first seen it I felt I wanted to sit in it..isn’t that weird? Your tree looks so pretty and I lean toward smaller ones! I l like the bells hanging from the shutter too.
So lovely! That shutter is the perfect touch and I love the Christmas tree in the sleigh!!
Cindy, your home is so inviting and I adore the tree with the German glass ornaments on it! {I have a little German in me.} What a special tree that is. The sleigh, you did a wonderful job on and it just fits right in. I like your bells too. My son had their walls painted about the same colour as yours up until about a year ago. It certainly adds an old world charm. Thank you for sharing and joining me for No Place Like Home.
Merry Christmas,
Sandi
Cindy, your post has been featured at No Place Like Home today. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones!
Blessings,
Sandi
Thank you Sandi and thanks for hosting. Merry Christmas, enjoy your family.
Cindy
Cindy McTigue
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Cindy, it’s all so beautiful! I love the tree in the sleigh with all of your gorgeous ornaments. I also love bottle brush trees and love the idea of displaying one in a crystal door knob. Wishing you a Happy New Year! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann