Decorating for Christmas

There aren't many things, er "hobbies" per se, that I love as much as decorating for Christmas!   The morning after Thanksgiving, I was all about digging out and dragging every holiday box upstairs and starting the process.

Eric worked that day and we didn't have Connor for the Thanksgiving holiday, so it was just Ramsey, Riggs, and me.... going bananas.... making sure that nearly every nook and cranny was slathered in red poinsettias or covered in something that either glittered, twinkled, or glowed.

Ramsey was a curious little boy throughout the process, scavenging through every box and bringing me new-found treasures constantly.   We were quite busy during the day, but did take time to hang out on the couch a little, watch some holiday TV shows, and drink hot mochas (milk for Ramsicle).

I had found a cute little craft pin on Pinterest this year and decided to try it.  I purchased some glass ornaments from Hobby Lobby, then decoupaged vintage-style Christmas sheet music onto them (ripping them into smaller pieces before randomly applying them).  

To spruce them up a bit, I found Victorian angels, Santas, and nativity scenes online, printed them, cut them out, then decoupaged them over the musical notes.  The final topper was to add glitter!   

I used twine, tied with a bow, to use as hangers.

I was pleased with how they turned out.  Eric had questioned them, mid-process, but  later conceded.  :-)

I had purchased some "angel lights" (mini LED lights) to string through the garland on the fireplace.  Leaving them on 24/7 proved to be futile, as they only lasted 3 days.  I ordered a massive pack of new batteries for future endeavors and will consider turning them off at night.

Christmas is always a busy time of the year, but one that I cherish.  We reflect on the blessings that we have, remember "the reason for the season", and enjoy our family to the fullest.

Merry Christmas!