Christmas themed spotted and hearted and a little break

December 23, 2009

This one is lengthy but bloggers really pull out all their guns in December.

tumblr_krrtnw9uUJ1qzmpmlo1_500_large
This reminds me of Sleeping Beauty spotted on Apartment 34
shuxinliang_small
Reindeer and lace available for free download spotted on One Pretty Thing
4202132196_b3d308f600
Lots of sprinkles spotted on Bakerella
anthropologiedisplay3
Snow will be hanging from my ceiling next year spotted on Poppy Talk
6a00d8358081ff69e20120a765835b970b-800wi
Elsie got the best Christmas present ever spotted on A Beautiful Mess
holparty09-03
The details of these invitations are delightful spotted on Oh So Beautiful Paper
tumblr_kv2lgyhfF61qzktn1o1_500
A dazzling winter affair spotted on Style Me Pretty
4196128685_929915e89e
Making these instead of sending my pile of mags to the recycling bin spotted on Creature Comforts
4513fredagssvep-copy_64474332
I told you you don’t need a tree spotted on Emmas designblogg
tumblr_kutuipm8dV1qazo8ho1_500
Simple cranberries spotted on Maya Made
6a00e54f9f0f5788340128762143de970c
Felt shingles spotted on Flickr
3066684725_0fd8ca3f43
Christmas chandelier spotted on Desire to Inspire

Friends, let’s just say that 2009 wasn’t so much my year but you’ve kept me optimistic and have given me a place to come and share happy things. So thanks for joining me. I have high hopes for 2010 and I hope to see you then.

Happiest of holidays to you and your loved ones!

Mel

52 Comments
Pin It

52 Comments »

 
  • On December 23, 2009 , rachel is a dreamer said:

    how lovely are all these decorationss!!!
    have a lovely holiday my friend! :)
    peace, love & holiday cheer!

  • On December 23, 2009 , beautifulpaper said:

    I'm also hoping for great things in 2010! Let's do our best to start the new year off on the right foot and hope that it sets the tone for a wonderful year! Happy Holidays!!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Marjorie said:

    All these pictures kind of make me sad that I didn't decorate more!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Happenstance said:

    What a great post. Thank you! And let me tell you, I am very much looking forward to 2010 as well!

  • On December 23, 2009 , mindy said:

    I love it all…thosy icy branches, the cupcakes, that TEEPEE!

    I'd have to agree that 2009 wasn't my year either, but I'm glad we all made it through together…here's to 2010! Happy Holidays to you and your family, Mel!

  • On December 23, 2009 , the southern hostess said:

    So much holiday cheer! Thank you for making me smile. Have a wonderful holiday!

  • On December 23, 2009 , notebook doodles said:

    happy holidays :p

  • On December 23, 2009 , juliannamay said:

    absolutely gorgeous post, I love it. thanks for the holiday cheer! happy holidays :)

  • On December 23, 2009 , JO said:

    Happy holidays to you! I really enjoy your blog and look forward to all it will offer in 2010!

    Johanna

  • On December 23, 2009 , Melissa Y. Allam said:

    I love your faves for the year. There are alot of good ones in there. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas with your family.

  • On December 23, 2009 , Jane Flanagan said:

    The teepee is 100% awesome!!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Sky-Doll said:

    Hope you have an awesome Christmas and a fabulous New Year!! ♥♥♥

  • On December 23, 2009 , Brooke Premo said:

    You have definitely inspired me with beautiful things this year. Thank you for that!!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Melanie's Randomness said:

    Oh this is such a fun post. I love the felt tree & the lil christmas tree cupcakes!! Adorable!!

    Merry Christmas!!

  • On December 23, 2009 , ilovecoolthings said:

    Melanie! This is awesome.. Merry xmas!!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Suzanne said:

    ok. those cupcakes from bakerella might be the best thing i've seen all year.

    happy holidays!

  • On December 23, 2009 , karen said:

    I think I still have time to make a wreath of cranberries…thanks for pointing out such wonderful inspiration. 2009 wasn't the best for you? I wish only lovely & wonderful things for you then in 2010!

  • On December 23, 2009 , What Would a Nerd Wear said:

    i love that cranberry necklace!
    hope 2010 is the best year ever for you!
    xoxo

  • On December 23, 2009 , jociegal said:

    That first picture gave me all sorts of happiness. I want to be there in that snow covered field – a million miles away from all the Christmas stresses. Lovely.

  • On December 23, 2009 , Agent AKA said:

    This totally put me in the mood for christmas… and crafting.
    Have a happy holiday!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Rebecca (Dog-Eared) said:

    my favorites are the ones of things hanging from the ceiling.. especially that last chandelier! :)

  • On December 23, 2009 , Lexie said:

    i looove the christmas chandelier! so pretty.

    merry christmas, dear! relax and enjoy yourself these next few days!

  • On December 23, 2009 , pen.ny said:

    As always, such lovely photos!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Cole said:

    These are all so lovely (as they are every week).
    Merry Christmas Melanie! Have a great rest of 2009! And thanks for making the end of my 2009 better than it was before I found you are my fave!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Karen said:

    You always find the best stuff. Love that first picture so much.

    YOU are MY fave :)

  • On December 23, 2009 , Whatever Dee-Dee wants said:

    Am I too old for a tepee like that?

    Happy holidays!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Nicole Marie said:

    oh love these!! so happy for the christmas season!

  • On December 23, 2009 , LML said:

    such great inspiration! have a very merry christmas!

  • On December 23, 2009 , {lovely little things} said:

    great photos, love the first pic of the coat hanging on the tree branch, lovely winter image. ooh and the cranberry necklace, I could see my mom totally sporting that at Christmas dinner!

  • On December 23, 2009 , Jill Turner said:

    Happy Holidays to you too, Melanie! :)

    -Jill

  • On December 23, 2009 , Iva said:

    this post makes me smile! I LOVE IT! :)

  • On December 23, 2009 , Jackie said:

    I'm a gift needer as well. It's my love language too!

    Let's embrace it! It's not a bad thing!

    Love ya!
    Merry Christmas! I hope you have a lovely one!

  • On December 24, 2009 , Kristin said:

    Those cupcakes…dying over those fabulous cupcakes!

  • On December 24, 2009 , Prippy Handbook said:

    I love everything in this post ~ especially the teepee!

    2009 tested and challenged me in so many ways, so I feel ya on that note. But I believe in my heart of hearts that it will all pay off in 2010!

    Truly the best is yet to come, and I'm so excited to see what awesome things you share in the new year!!!

    xo,
    Tara

    aka The Prippy Handbook

  • On December 24, 2009 , nkp said:

    And you as well! Happy, happy holidays!

  • On December 24, 2009 , Steven & Brooke said:

    merry christmas!

  • On December 26, 2009 , Rachel Follett said:

    Beautiful images!! Merry Christmas!!

  • On December 26, 2009 , Alyssa Goodnight said:

    Your cards are adorable–you are very cute and hip! ;)

    And I love that Christmas chandelier! Merry Christmas!

  • On December 26, 2009 , amanda said:

    i want SNOW to be falling from my ceiling!

  • On December 28, 2009 , Lisa said:

    hope you had a great holiday! I nominated your pretty little blog for a beautiful blogger award!

    http://craftmybride.blogspot.com/2009/12/there-is-only-7-interesting-things.html

  • On December 28, 2009 , Carol said:

    This makes me want the holidays all over again! Hope you had a very Merry Christmas and heres to a wonderful 2010!

  • On December 28, 2009 , Joanna Goddard said:

    have a wonderful holiday, and i hope 2010 is everything you hope for :) xoxo you are wonderful, melanie!!!

  • On December 29, 2009 , Giovanna said:

    happy new year! love the chandelier…so festive and cool.

  • On December 29, 2009 , Lauren said:

    Stunning! This gets me excited for next year!
    Happy Holidays!

  • On December 29, 2009 , 6p00e554bfda498834 said:

    that hanging snow is adorable!

    I have a great GIVEAWAY on my blog, so stop by if you'd like to win!

    leni.typepad.com

  • On December 30, 2009 , katrina lauren said:

    oh such pretty things {swoon} love the holidays and the joy that christmas brings!
    warm wishes!
    k

  • On December 31, 2009 , Apt. #34 said:

    mmm, so much decor inspiration – I hope I can remember it all for next year. Thanks for the link love and constant support. So fun to enter a new year with so many blogger friends. Cheers to you and yours!

  • On December 31, 2009 , Apt. #34 said:

    mmm, so much decor inspiration – I hope I can remember it all for next year. Thanks for the link love and constant support. So fun to enter a new year with so many blogger friends. Cheers to you and yours!

  • On December 31, 2009 , Ashley said:

    these are all adorable!! i love seeing classy christmas decorations :)

  • On January 3, 2010 , iheartkiwi said:

    that table setting from style me pretty is what my dinner parties look like in my dreams! how can i string those stars from my ceiling? heavenly.

    i hope you had a wonderful christmas and the happiest new year.

  • On January 4, 2010 , Rachel said:

    I'm almost glad I didn't see this until after Christmas – it just would have added more projects to my list that was already too long! Filing it away for next year.

    Hope your new year is off to a bright new start!

  • On January 6, 2010 , AlwaysanEm said:

    very cute! thanks for the inspiration!! :)

Leave a comment

 



A Darling Site