MY URBAN SUBURBAN CHRISTMAS TREE

October 28, 2011 By 18 Comments


My little one has been sick and out of school this week, limiting my time to get ready for the Christmas open house. She felt much better yesterday and so I took her with me to put up my big tree. She helped me get the tree put together and all of the lights on and we went back today to finish up the ornaments. I am still working on a topper. There is still so much to do but the tree was a major accomplishment.

 

 
 
A galvanized tub is a great alternative to a tree skirt. I love it because you don’t have to keep straightening it up!

 

 
Inspired by the ones Miss Mustard Seed made, I created my own music wreath ornaments. I love working with paper. It doesn’t cost much and it looks great with the naturals. Notice the glittery Merry Christmas ornament in the background? That is from Miss Mustard Seed herself…….

The tree was also a great place to house my burlap bows.
Ah! AND I forgot to show you this chest I finished last week.
It’s been painted and glazed in two different gray colors.

 

 
Our Holiday Open House is November 11-13. Mark it on your calendars and come and see us!
 
 


 

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Comments

  1. SueAnn says:
    October 29, 2011 at 2:31 am

    The tree is fabulous!!! Love the burlap bows!
    And the dresser…wow!!
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  2. SueAnn says:
    October 29, 2011 at 2:31 am

    The tree is fabulous!!! Love the burlap bows!
    And the dresser…wow!!
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  3. Mariaelena says:
    October 29, 2011 at 5:38 am

    love it all…the burlap bows look great on the tree…the booth look wonderful!!…have a great weekend…Mariaelena

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  4. Mariaelena says:
    October 29, 2011 at 5:38 am

    love it all…the burlap bows look great on the tree…the booth look wonderful!!…have a great weekend…Mariaelena

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  5. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage Designs says:
    October 29, 2011 at 9:07 am

    Kelli I love how your tree came out!
    What a great idea using a galvanized tub
    for a base!! LOVE it!

    xoxo
    Lori

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  6. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage Designs says:
    October 29, 2011 at 9:07 am

    Kelli I love how your tree came out!
    What a great idea using a galvanized tub
    for a base!! LOVE it!

    xoxo
    Lori

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  7. spinningstars says:
    October 29, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    I think I just found my perfect Christmas inspiration! LOVE that the tree is both vintage, with the sheet music ornaments, and rustic, with the burlap and pinecones. THANK YOU so much for posting these images Kelli!

    - Heather

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  8. spinningstars says:
    October 29, 2011 at 12:29 pm

    I think I just found my perfect Christmas inspiration! LOVE that the tree is both vintage, with the sheet music ornaments, and rustic, with the burlap and pinecones. THANK YOU so much for posting these images Kelli!

    - Heather

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  9. erin of Salvaged Whimsy says:
    October 29, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    Your Christmas tree is beautiful – I love how natural it looks. I'm sorry to hear your daughter has been sick – thank goodness she's feeling better. thanks for sharing these beautiful pictures.

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  10. erin of Salvaged Whimsy says:
    October 29, 2011 at 4:24 pm

    Your Christmas tree is beautiful – I love how natural it looks. I'm sorry to hear your daughter has been sick – thank goodness she's feeling better. thanks for sharing these beautiful pictures.

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  11. Tiki says:
    October 30, 2011 at 8:18 am

    OH Kellie…your tree is amazing! Love the burlap bows, you happen to have a tutorial or was it random? I am having a shabby chic Christmas this year so I need some hints. Also plan on doing a lil shabby shopping to dress up my abode!! Beautuiful!!

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  12. Tiki says:
    October 30, 2011 at 8:18 am

    OH Kellie…your tree is amazing! Love the burlap bows, you happen to have a tutorial or was it random? I am having a shabby chic Christmas this year so I need some hints. Also plan on doing a lil shabby shopping to dress up my abode!! Beautuiful!!

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  13. Kaye says:
    November 1, 2011 at 8:01 am

    Love your tree! It's beautiful! The burlap ribbons are amazing!!!!

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  14. Kaye says:
    November 1, 2011 at 8:01 am

    Love your tree! It's beautiful! The burlap ribbons are amazing!!!!

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  15. mmeadows5 says:
    November 21, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    Hi! I have fallen in LOVE with that bronze wreath in the last photo. Is it still available? If not would you be willing to make another one? Thank you! I just love your shop.

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  16. mmeadows5 says:
    November 21, 2011 at 7:00 pm

    Hi! I have fallen in LOVE with that bronze wreath in the last photo. Is it still available? If not would you be willing to make another one? Thank you! I just love your shop.

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  17. Rhonda says:
    December 23, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Love your tree – those burlap bows are fantastic! And I will be trying the bucket trick next year. The tree skirts drive me crazy!

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  18. Rhonda says:
    December 23, 2011 at 1:52 pm

    Love your tree – those burlap bows are fantastic! And I will be trying the bucket trick next year. The tree skirts drive me crazy!

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