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Saturday, December 12, 2009

Holiday Tour: Christmas 2009

Hello and Welcome to The Holiday Tour 2009! Thanks for stopping by!



This is my first virtual home tour for Christmas and I don't know what to expect {or what you expect} but...I am all decorated and I basically started taking pictures and creating mosaics {or this would be REALLY long} and I'm going for it! Welcome and I hope you stay a while!
First of all, the kitchen:



I like it Vintage...









I like it Retro...





...a little whimsy....and a whole lotta CANDY!

This is the really festive part of the house, full of fanciful color and cheerful merriment, candy canes and gumdrops, and you can't forget the ginger bread man!







BUT WAIT! I also like this look....still vintage in flavor, yet with a bit o' chalet thrown in the mix....and who doesn't like hounds tooth? I mean really...


If you would like to view this entire tablescape, click on "Hounds Tooth Holiday" on my sidebar or click here.















Now let's go into the living room, it's a little more muted in there....



Cool silver of mercury glass...



Soothing textures of burlap


Elements of nature....
Add in some touches of crisp white and bold black...



Soft brown...
 ...Amber and gold...
 Warm candleglow...



Thank you for joining me for my Holiday tour... I'll be editing this post to add more so stay tuned! Linking to the following gracious hostesses:






Rhoda @ Southern Hospitality

Julia @ Hooked on Houses

Melissa @ The Inspired Room


Sarah @ Thrifty Decor Chick

The Nester

Thank you for hosting Ladies!














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44 comments:

  1. The Decorating DiariesDecember 10, 2009 at 7:59 AM

    Gorgeous!

    Janet

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  2. Linda@Coastal CharmDecember 10, 2009 at 8:15 AM

    What beautiful EYE CANDY...thanks soooo much for sharing all your wonderful talent with all of us in blogland. I had a BLAST on my tour of you holiday home!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  3. MarlaDecember 10, 2009 at 8:39 AM

    I am in love with your decorations, I love the colors and the arrangements, just beautiful. Gorgeous home! Happy Holidays, Marla

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  4. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasDecember 10, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    Beautiful Michelle, simply beautiful!! I love it all and it is so warm and inviting! Truly stunning!

    Lou Cinda xoxo

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  5. AnonymousDecember 10, 2009 at 9:35 AM

    Michelle, words are not enough to tell you how beautiful your home is! I would love to be there in person and enjoy all of its splendor!
    Be a sweetie and Merry Christmas,
    Shelia ;)

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  6. SueDecember 10, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    So gorgeous...of course I'm not surprised! I love eveything I saw on my visit. i wouldn't have though of the houndstooth ribbon, yet it works so well. Love the living room...really this is perfection. It makes me not like my open floorplan. I want rooms back, so I can change themes. Mine is all open, so I have to make things blend well.

    Sue

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  7. dee deeDecember 10, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    Michelle,
    Wow just simply beautiful! You home sparkles with warmth and life! ... Dee Dee

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  8. KarenBDecember 10, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    It's beautiful as usual Michelle! I especially love the wreath. The mosaics are such a smart idea for the Home Tour. Looks like I need to do some work. I'll be back for another visit!
    Karen @ Elderberry Street

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  9. Megan LeeDecember 10, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    Great job! So warm and inviting.

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  10. DeannaDecember 10, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    This is such a fun post you've shared. Fantastic decorations put together by you!
    So glad I got to see this.
    Merry Christmas!
    God bless,
    d from home haven

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  11. Ribbonwood CottageDecember 10, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    Wow Michelle, I loved every picture. You did a beautiful job of displaying everything. It just looks elegant and so festive. Wish I could actually come over and ooooh and aaaaaah. big smile. Merry Christmas. I really enjoyed your tour!
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  12. ellen bDecember 10, 2009 at 5:18 PM

    Everything is so beautiful Michelle! Your photography is fabulous! That soft brown is really pleasing to my eye...
    Merry Christmas!

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  13. DebbieDecember 10, 2009 at 7:05 PM

    Loved everything. Beautiful. Blessings, Debbie

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  14. RueDecember 10, 2009 at 7:50 PM

    Love love love everything! Your pictures are insanely beautiful and your decor is amazing :)
    rue

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  15. Barb @ The Everyday Home December 10, 2009 at 8:35 PM

    I have decided that I do not know what you are better at...floral design and decorating or photography. I am envious of both. :) Your pictures just draw you in and make you want to see more and more...then again, you have some wonderful material from which to work with and photograph. Your blog is quickly becoming the one I run to daily to see what's new. Thanks for sharing your beautiful talents with us.

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  16. food with styleDecember 10, 2009 at 8:39 PM

    have i ever mentioned how much i love your stuff? and those fab pics don't hurt them one bit!

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  17. KDDecember 10, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    I just love "touring" everyones home for Christmas and the best part is I get to stay warm and cozy in my PJ's and slippers :-). Wonderful! Your photography is super too! Stop in over if you get a chance. I'll heat up some hot cocoa for you!

    KD @ Southern Whimsy

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  18. Embellished BayouDecember 10, 2009 at 10:57 PM

    Everything is gorgeous & oh so festive! I don't know what I like best, the fun colorful vintage decorations or the shiny silver & natural ones. Good job!

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  19. Maryjane-The Beehive CottageDecember 11, 2009 at 1:23 AM

    Oh my heavens! Your Christmas decor is stunning! Each picture is "my favorite" and breath taking! You have such a sweet collection of pretties! What a talent you have in decorating! Merry Christmas!

    Hugs,
    Maryjane

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  20. Kim @ Starshine ChicDecember 11, 2009 at 1:24 AM

    Michelle,
    I adore your decor. It's fabulous! And so is your photography. I loved everything I saw. I could have looked at your house all night. Thanks for sharing.

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  21. Jerri at Simply Sweet HomeDecember 11, 2009 at 4:26 AM

    Great photos! Everything looks wonderful!

    Hope to see you next week for the Holly Bloggy Christmas Bash!

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  22. TriciaDecember 11, 2009 at 9:19 AM

    Michelle, you have really outdone yourself. Your home looks so beautiful. It's hard to pick a favorite thing, but I really love the wreath hung over the mirror. Such a pretty touch.

    XO*Tricia

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  23. LenoreDecember 11, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    Your home all looks soooooo beautiful and festive.
    I really like the way you've used unusual colors and it all still looks Christmasy.
    Your photography is also great!

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  24. Karen ValentineDecember 11, 2009 at 1:49 PM

    Oh Michelle! Your home is a Christmas wonderland!
    I love the neutral colors. (I use them in my decorating too) Your photographs are fabulous as well. There is so much to look at I can't even specify what I love. It's all FABULOUS!

    Karen
    My Desert Cottage

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  25. Lamp TrampDecember 11, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    What a beautiful Christmas tour! I love all your decorations and sense of style. Just lovely, thnks for sharing!

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  26. SarahDecember 11, 2009 at 5:53 PM

    Uh...wow! So glad you came over to my blog so that I could come find yours!!! What great style you have...I always struggle with liking too many different "looks" and you seem to have nailed incorporating them all in one home!!! My favorites are your red and white snowflake dishware, all the mercury glass, that amazing green/ornament wreath hanging on your round mirror. And your mantel, it looks amazing!!! Now I have to go back and read through all your old posts:)

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  27. cindyDecember 11, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    Great pictures and gorgeous christmas decor! I love how you've put everything together...going to go back and look again :)

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  28. SamDecember 12, 2009 at 9:14 AM

    LOVE the bowls!!! Where in world did you find those??

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  29. Kelee KatillacDecember 12, 2009 at 10:04 AM

    Just spectacular Michelle! Love the cabinet display and those plates -retro-fab! It is all very cool!

    love, kelee

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  30. Bonnie @ Savoring SimplicityDecember 12, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    Oh, boy! I found so much here that I liked. I loved the brown, muted colors, and that round mirror with the green wreath with silver balls. Beautiful. Great stuff.

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  31. Brenda PruittDecember 12, 2009 at 5:35 PM

    You are so great at photography! That last pic is just too cool! Your home is delightful, as always. Oh my, the red and white made my heart sing. Every detail: sheer perfection.
    Brenda

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  32. KimDecember 13, 2009 at 9:39 PM

    Beautiful photographs and decorations. Very inspiring. Thanks for coming to visit my home as well.

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  33. JanDecember 13, 2009 at 9:46 PM

    Everything is beautiful!

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  34. emilyDecember 13, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    Love your hutch and hounds tooth! Everything is beautiful!

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  35. cindyDecember 14, 2009 at 6:00 AM

    Jaw-dropping beauty everywhere! Thanks for such a beautiful tour...your photography is amazing as well Michelle. lovely lovely lovely :)

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  36. sweetjeanetteDecember 14, 2009 at 3:10 PM

    So beautiful! Everything was placed so perfect, stunning, and inviting!
    Thank you for allowing us a peek. I'm stopping in from The Nester's tour of homes party.

    Come to my Christmas Goodies Recipe Exchange and link up Dec 15

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  37. Kim @ Starshine ChicDecember 14, 2009 at 6:15 PM

    I came back for another looksy. And I still love everything and want to live at your house. And I'm not stalking you.

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  38. Lianna KnightDecember 14, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    I LOVE your vintage decor!! And your pictures are GORGEOUS!!

    You can see our Christmas decor here...http://bethouaknight.blogspot.com/2009/12/christmas-at-knight-home.html

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  39. SueDecember 14, 2009 at 8:13 PM

    I enjoyed each of your pictures of your decorations, everything is beautiful simply beautiful, thank you for sharing.
    Sue

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  40. stephanie hDecember 14, 2009 at 9:00 PM

    soo fun and festive!

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  41. UnknownDecember 15, 2009 at 5:25 AM

    Beautiful home !! And, your decorations are gorgeuos and so welcoming !! I'm envious of your photography skills, too !! Thanks for sharing ... stop by my new blog sometime for my holiday home tour (http://adventuresindecorating1.blogpost.com) Becca

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  42. Bethany @ Our 4 Sons Plus 1...Super Cute Girly GirlDecember 18, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    Wow, those are gorgeous pics! Your home and decorations are stunning! Merry Christmas!

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  43. AnonymousDecember 19, 2009 at 12:00 PM

    I LOVE IT. Those are gorgeous retro plates! So jealous! So beautiful! It all looks so festive! I am stopping by from Nester's tour. If you want to see my tour, click on the 'Christmas 2009' tag on the left sidebar of my blog to see my Christmas decorating posts! Merry Christmas!

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  44. TotallyscrappyDecember 19, 2009 at 11:42 PM

    Thank you for allowing me to OOh and AAh over everything! Your china hutch is my favorite. I love all the red and white.
    Come on over when you get a chance!

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Thank You for taking the time to comment! Because of the insane amount of spam comments, I had to stop anonymous comments-sorry for the inconvenience.
Michelle