Christmas is almost here and I can’t believe how fast this time of year goes by. I would love to have a pause button. I think I would be hitting pause nonstop.
This weekend I made a lovely stew and biscuits. It was a cold weekend and was a perfect for a hearty meal.
Another pair of candle holders received a makeover and I’m loving how they turned out.
These were purchased quite a while ago. Photo below shows what they were looking like, nice. As my style has evolved, I wanted to make them look a bit more French Country.
Chalk paint was used and I wiped with a damp rag to let the black show.
As you see, gold gilding wax was added here and there to add a bit more charm.
The plan was to make a Trumeau mirror for the foyer before Christmas but that didn’t happen and is a project for the winter. Audrey, my close friend I speak about often, bought another Etsy gift card and I used it to purchase pretty appliques for the mirror so they are ready to go.
The small German tree is in this spot filled with assorted glass ornaments . Many are gifts from Audrey years ago. I love remembering what ones were gifts and ones I purchased shopping with her. We are both like that.
The tree lit at twilight. I used a metal base filled with garlands I had stored.
This basket below is filled with my love, dried lavender most times. It’s filled with a mixture of faux greens and a pomegranate to add a bit of color.
Hope you are enjoying this time of year with ones you love. Next weekend will be a big cookie baking. Can’t wait, John and I have always enjoyed making these together since we have been married .
Everything is lovely.
My favorites are the beautiful cabinet, the candlesticks and the rusty bells.
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Thanks Carol. Cabinet is about 15 years old. I’m pleased with the candleholders. I love to paint
Hope you’re enjoying the season
Cindy
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Your foyer looks so pretty. I love the made over candlesticks.
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Thanks Penny. I like them very much
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Beautiful Cindy 🙂
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Loving your foyer and how pretty it is decorated especially that beautiful tree with the glass ornaments. I love this time of year with all the pretty lights on at night. Have a great start to the new week.
Hugs,
Kris
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It’s all so pretty Cindy. I love your tree and the candle sticks turned out perfect! I have a black pair that I was going to paint white, but it hasn’t happened yet. 🙂 Wishing you and your hubby a wonderful Christmas season!
hugs,
Jann
p.s. the pooches too!!
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What a beautiful post!
Ida
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Cindy, I love your candlesticks and the pears! You did such a lovely job on the candlesticks. Love your little tree too. Your foyer looks simply charming! Merry Christmas, my friend, and don’t overdo! Hugs.
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Such a lovely space to welcome you home!
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