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Hope House's Christmas Joy Home Tour returns to Guelph

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NEWS RELEASE HOPE HOUSE ************************ Now in its 19th year, the Christmas Joy Home Tour is set to enchant guests on November 17th and 18th. As one of Guelph's most celebrated holiday traditions, the Joy Home Tour offers a unique, self-guided walk through meticulously adorned homes, each professionally decorated with a touch of festive magic.

Presented by Paragon Kitchens | Miralis, the Joy Home Tour benefits Hope House, whose purpose is to nourish and support hope through community. The proceeds from the tour enables Hope House to increase the well-being of vulnerable adults, youth and children through the provision of immediate relief and ongoing support.

The 2023 Joy Home Tour proceeds will also bring Hope for the Holidays through programs like the Affordable Gift Market which provides low income individuals and families with the opportunity to select gifts for family and friends. We've received numerous testimonials from those who've participated in the market, emphasizing the significance of being able to make their own gift selections, which fosters a sense of dignity and personal choice.

This year, the tour features six exquisitely decorated homes of various sizes, all situated in the scenic Guelph area. Tickets are available for $75 and are now on sale at joyhometour.com . As an added excitement, attendees have the chance to bid on the stunning décor showcased in these homes after the tour concludes. The Décor Auction will take place the week following the tour, and you can find the auction link on the joyhometour.com homepage. Embrace the spirit of the season, be inspired, spread hope and indulge in the festive magic.

“2023 will be a tour to remember. We are excited to invite you to join us on the 2023 Joy Home Tour! ” - Jaya James, Executive Director of Hope House. Visit joyhometour.com . to purchase your tickets and learn more.

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Kappa Kappa Gamma Holiday Homes Tour

Thank you from the 72nd annual kappa kappa gamma holiday homes tour.

The Kappa Homes Tour has been a holiday tradition for more than 70 years! Started in 1951, the Tour has raised more than $2 million for local charitable organizations and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation. We’ve survived changing times, economic crises, and a global pandemic. Thank you for your continued support.

Stay connected with this website and our Facebook and Instagram for updates and information on the Tour and our fantastic Kansas City beneficiaries, Sheffield Place and Hope House .

We work diligently to manage costs and streamline expenses while delivering an exceptional Tour experience each year. It is an expensive and time intensive endeavor, requiring hundreds of hours of volunteer time by Kappa alumnae and friends. Donations raised ahead of the Tour offset operating costs, allowing more revenue to go directly to our beneficiaries.

If this is your first time on the Tour, pick a home as your starting place or the Holiday Boutique. Once you arrive, you will get a Tour Guide with a map and other helpful information about the homes and the beneficiaries. Enjoy your Tour!

With Gratitude | Katherine Fowler, Kristen Brought, and Angela Kreps | 2023 Kappa Holiday Homes Tour Board Co-Chairs

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2023 Tour Dates and Schedule

Kappa Homes Tour and Holiday Boutique hours

Tuesday, December 5th | Cocktails & Candlelight | 5pm-9pm

Wednesday, December 6th | Tour 12pm-8pm | Boutique 11am-8pm

Thursday, December 7th | Tour 10am-6pm | Boutique 10am-3pm

Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. See the Tickets page for more information.

We adheres to CDC and local government guidelines at the time of the event, including masking or other safety protocols. By attending the 2023 Kappa Holiday Homes Tour, you:

Acknowledge the contagious nature of viruses, including Covid-19 and variants.

Voluntarily assume all risk that you may be exposed to or infected with any virus or viruses.

Agree to release, covenant not to sue, discharge, and hold harmless the Kappa Holiday Homes Tour and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Kansas City Alumnae Association and its officers, agents, and representatives, as well as the homeowners with homes on the Tour, from any and all claims arising out of or related to exposure to any virus or viruses, including but not limited to claims for personal injury, illness, disability, death, economic loss, and expenses of any kind.

2023 Beneficiaries

Our beneficiaries, Hope House , Sheffield Place , and the Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation , rely on funds from organizations like the Kappa Holiday Homes Tour to maintain day-to-day operations and fund special programs. Through ticket sales, Holiday Boutique purchases, and Owl Friend donations, we aid their missions to support our local communities.

In 2023, Hope House celebrates its 40th anniversary since opening in 1983.

Hope House's mission is to break the cycle of domestic violence by providing safe refuge and supportive services that educate and empower those impacted by domestic violence.

Hope House will advocate social change that protects and engenders a person's right to live a life free of abuse.

Sheffield Place opened its doors in February 1991 as a community response to the growing population of homeless mothers and their children in the Kansas City area.

What makes Sheffield Place unique among homeless serving organizations is the commitment to serving families with multiple barriers to success.

Sheffield Place has assisted more than 1600 families in making the difficult journey from homelessness to self-sufficiency.

The Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation provides educational scholarships for undergraduate and graduate women and focuses on preserving Kappa history. The Foundation in 2012 and 2014 recognized the Kansas City Kappa Alumnae Association for the highest lev…

The Kappa Kappa Gamma Foundation provides educational scholarships for undergraduate and graduate women, equipping women with resources to spark change and uphold shared values.

Twice in the last decade the Foundation recognized the Kansas City Kappa Alumnae Association for the highest level of giving to the Foundation.

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Official Wine Partner of the Kappa Holiday Homes Tour 2023

2023 sponsors

Thank you to Capital Federal, a 20-year Gold Key Sponsor of the Kappa Holiday Homes Tour, providing ongoing support of charitable causes in Kansas City. We deeply appreciate our sponsors and donors who enable us to commit to financial obligations. Without them, and our volunteers, the Tour would not be possible.

Sapphire Sponsor - Hartline Construction

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The purpose of the Kappa Holiday Homes Tour is to provide support to charitable organizations. Each year organizations who provide aid for the betterment of the overall welfare of the Kansas City community are nominated by Kappa Kappa Gamma alumnae for evaluation. One or more are chosen as recipients of Kappa Holiday Homes Tour proceeds. The 2023 beneficiaries chosen from the Kansas City community are Hope House and Sheffield Place .

Applications are now open for 2024 Tour Recipients . The deadline for 2024 applications is February 29, 2024 . Contact our Tour Proceeds Committee Chair, for more information about Tour proceeds.

Join us for Love INC Sturgis First Christmas Tour of Homes. See six beautiful homes decorated for the holidays and support the work of Love INC.

Tickets are $10 per person.

Drawing for beautiful Star of Bethlehem handmade quilt.

Hors d’ oeuvres will be available at the Hopwood Hope House (the Sturgis Love INC main office building) located at 1242 Sherman Street, Sturgis.

Purchase online or in person at the Hopwood Hope House M-Th 9 AM- Noon.

To purchase tickets online simply make a one-time donation for the total number of people participating (12 and older) and you will receive an automatic email with instructions for the Christmas Tour of Homes. If you do not receive an email please call or message our office and we will get one to you (605) 206-3515 or [email protected].

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Holiday House Tour 2023

The 2023 Holiday House Tour will take place on Sunday, December 10th from 1:00 – 5:00pm

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Doors of Hope Transition Ministries is excited to announce our Holiday House Tour 2023. The tour will feature the following sorority houses on the Ole Miss campus: Alpha Delta Pi, Alpha Phi, Chi Omega, Delta Delta Delta, Delta Gamma, Kappa Delta, Kappa Kappa Gamma, Phi Mu, and Pi Beta Phi.

Tickets will go on sale on November the first.

Each house will be festively decorated for the holiday season.

Tickets purchased on Eventbrite are $30.

Tickets purchased on the day of the event are $35.

You will receive a wristband at the ticket tent to enter the houses. The tent will be located in the Sorority Row parking lot.

Parking will be available on the Ole Miss campus in the Sorority Row parking lot on Sorority Row and the Stockard-Martin parking lot on Rebel Drive.

Shuttles will be available for easy access to the ticket tent and to the houses.

Local businesses and restaurants have donated items for an incredible raffle!

Historic Columbia

Holiday House Tours

November 15 - December 30

Holiday Tours

Make your holidays historic!

Experience the holiday season with Historic Columbia on a guided holiday tour of the Robert Mills House and the Hampton-Preston Mansion !

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Guests are invited to see a variety of holiday decorations and experience traditions in both historic homes between Wednesday, November 15, and Saturday, December 30, 2023 . Tour guides will provide stories of holidays past in Columbia and discuss how families decorated and entertained during the 19th century.

At the Robert Mills House, guests will see how a home of its size might have been decorated in the 1820s during the time before Christmas trees were popular. Across the street at the Hampton-Preston Mansion, Christmas of the 1850s was very different from today, but some current holiday traditions have their roots from this time. Eggnog, poinsettias and Christmas trees were all part of the Victorian era holidays. Guests will have the opportunity to view artifacts and learn about holiday traditions involving Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year celebrations.

Due to Candlelight Tours, there will be no 3:00 p.m. tour on Saturday, December 9.

Please note there will be no standard tours of the Robert Mills House and Hampton-Preston Mansion during holiday tour dates. The holiday tour is your only option for these two homes, but you can take a tour of the Museum of Reconstruction at the Woodrow Wilson Family Home , or the combined Journey to Freedom Tour of the Mann-Simons Site and Modjeska Monteith Simkins House .

Holiday Closures

Please note Historic Columbia is closed for tours on the following dates in observance of the holidays:

Thursday, Nov. 23
Friday, Nov. 24
Saturday, Dec. 23
Sunday, Dec. 24
Monday, Dec. 25
Tuesday, Dec. 26

Plan Your Visit

Times and tickets.

Holiday House Tours are offered November 15 - December 30, 2023: Wednesday – Saturday at 12:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. and Sunday at 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Tickets may be purchased in advance online up until midnight the day prior to the tour, OR tickets may be purchased the day of the tour at the Robert Mills Gift Shop. All tours begin at the Robert Mills Gift Shop , 1616 Blanding Street; please plan to arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled tour time. Tours are guided and last approximately 75 minutes.

Tickets are $18/adult and $15/youth. HC Members receive free holiday tour admission! To learn more about the benefits of membership, click here . Specialty tours, including our Holiday House Tour, offer discounts to members of the military. Please be prepared to show your military ID at the gift shop.

To schedule a group tour, call (803) 252-1770 ext. 23 or email [email protected] .

Accessibility

The historic homes are located adjacent to one another, but guests will have to walk between them. Please note guests with mobility issues will not be able to experience the full house tours as there are stairs in both exhibits.

[email protected] (803) 252-1770 ext. 23

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2023 Christmas Home Tour

Our annual Christmas Home Tour day starts… NOW! Every year, I consider splitting up our efforts across individual blog posts but as always, when it comes down to it, I ultimately decide to include ALL of it in one lump home tour. So, welcome! And thank you for stopping by for a visit.

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Before we go anywhere or do anything, I want to preface this year’s post with a caveat or two 😉 If you’ve been around this year, you know how focused I’ve been on simplification and minimization. We’ve succeeded in some areas and still have lots of areas I’d like to improve but even the idea of the Christmas season was a major catalyst in wanting change. The storage, the schedules, the things . So, I wasn’t particularly stoked to start the season because honestly, I didn’t want to see it.

Here’s a few changes/shifts I chose to implement ahead of the season to honor my commitment to simplifying…

No new holiday decor. I have so much in storage — some I use every year, some I rotate and end up using every few years, some embellishments I’ve never used. There’s honestly not THAT much I don’t ever use but it’s still a lot of “inventory” to manage. I plan to thin out my arsenal and before I do that, I didn’t want to bring another thing into this house when I have plenty. There’s a fine line since I love fresh things and part of my job is to bring ideas, but in a personal capacity, I put my foot down. So… how’d I do? Pretty good. I’ll elaborate as we go through the post.
Bring out fewer trees. For the first time, we don’t have a tree in the dining room! I did add one back into the bedroom since we missed that last year but aside from that, we have our main living room tree, nostalgic family tree, and Eliza’s tree which we just pull into her room from the playroom. We’ve literally had years with 7-8 trees so the current number we have is maaah-velous .
Display less. Instead of bringing out bins and trying to decide where everything should go, I looked around and tried to decide what areas I wanted to add holiday decor to . There is literally not a thing in the kitchen this year.
Decorate early. Which we do each year (starting at the beginning of October).
Fewer gifts. No buying just to buy to fulfill some sort of imaginary quota/visual. Both mine and Dave’s gifts are experience gifts this year, too, and I’m gifting my mom an experience again.

I’m certain there’s more that slipped in there, but those distinct focuses have already made a difference this season. So, now that I’m rambled about what this year’s Christmas tour is not , let’s talk about what it is .

It’s breathable. It’s only the favorites. It’s repurposing. It’s classic over trends. It’s reinvention within the constraints of working with what I have. It’s less stress and obsession over the details. In this season of life, it’s more enjoyable. It’s a celebration of finally making some seasonal updates after remaining unchanged for the majority of the past year.

So, let’s head in to a “lighter” but complete 2023 KN Christmas home…

*Available sources can be found below photos throughout the post.

BTW — the outside of our house usually isn’t complete until after the annual home tour launch, so here’s a look back when we finished our exterior last year.

Christmas Wreaths On Windows with Red Bows and Lights

There was no need to change out this big vase of magnolia stems in the entry, so I didn’t. (These are the kinds of simple decisions I’ve made this year that have been liberating). I invested in a bunch of the stems over the past few years, adding them to my collection gradually, and I’m so glad since originally intended for the cooler months, I now pretty much keep them on permanent display.

I love a natural/rustic moment, mixed with a little glitz. Sprinkling jingle bells anywhere is always a good idea 😉

Sources : X Stools | Window Pane Checked Pillow | Shallow Wooden Bowl ( similar )

Like I mentioned, it’s the first year we haven’t had one (or two!) trees in the dining room. I miss it a little but simplifying in here was a major win.

Christmas Home Decor Ideas in the Dining Room

Since we didn’t do a tree, I went a little more elaborate on the sideboard than I usually do, and embellished a strand of garland, nestling in our little modern concrete village collection.

Sources : Bar Cart | Reindeer | Gold-Rimmed Wine Glasses ( similar ) | Crystal Vase (vintage)

Sources : Wool/Jute Rug | Cement Lamps | Sideboard ( similar )

For the centerpiece, I wanted something low and something that wouldn’t compete with/detract from the sideboard. I mixed gold ornaments and the Amazon pears I added rub n’ buff to a few years ago.

Sources : X Stools | Window Pane Checked Pillow | Lantern Pendant | Shallow Wooden Bowl ( similar ) | Red Velvet Ribbon

I used faux berries I had in storage that coordinated with our tree theme this year and mixed in the regular greenery go-tos — faux cedar and live magnolia leaves. I love using live eucalyptus too, but time constraints didn’t allow for it without stress so it was an easy omission.

2023 Christmas Home Decorating Ideas with Green Trees and Colorful Decor

In the areas we use a lot and do a lot of living in daily, I kept things to a minimum so as not to create a bunch of stuff we’d be having to move to eat, prepare, work, etc.

I’ve never met a bowl of balls I didn’t love and to me, it’s the easiest way to carry your Christmas colors into adjoining spaces. Just save a few from your tree to use in an arrangement(s).

Sources: Large Black Bowl

If you’re working within space constraints or just don’t want to allocate a ton of surface space to something like a village, try going vertical with it. You can stagger your dwellings front to back and add books/boxes for elevation. Think more Santorini, less Main Street 😉

These mini wreaths were some of the few impulse purchases I made this season, but I really loved punctuating the season a bit without using more surface space.

Sources : Matted Black Frames | Faux Olive Tree | Small Wreaths ( similar 1 ) ( similar 2 ) ( similar 3 ) | Red Velvet Ribbon

And for this year’s Christmas color scheme/creation…

Here it is! I was originally going to go with red, green, and gold but I’d been holding onto that thick blue ribbon for the past several years, so I decided to morph the scheme into something a little more unexpected.

THIS velvety ivory and gold ribbon was another new purchase I hadn’t anticipated, but I was satisfied using all ornaments and picks from my arsenal. The ribbon shop carries a lot more pretty, wired ribbons — and additional colors with the gold backing, like mine, HERE .

I also pulled out copper/brown ornaments I last used over 10 years ago and never thought I’d be brining them out again! Well… here we are! By the way, if you’re wanting to incorporate some of that brown/coppery color on a budget, Target still has THIS pretty tinsel-finish set and it’s 30% off right now (making it $10.50/set of 9!) When I last looked, the viral flocked ornament set in brownish tones (also 30% off, making it $7!) was out of stock but I know it’s been coming and going. The other sets ( HERE ) that are still in stock have some GORGEOUS color combos!

While the tree has some bold colors, I didn’t want that to take over the living room, so I focused on the copper/natural tones and stuck with linen pillow covers instead of anything too heavy. Again, I had it all on hand. I’ve kept my pillow organization under control all year (remember THIS project ?) which made sourcing them so much easier and less daunting.

Using my regular garland strand (the Costco strand is still my Number 1!), I spent time embellishing the mantel. It’s one of my favorite places to decorate since it’s so finite 😉 You can find a full tutorial on my approach to mantel garland HERE .

Sources : Brass Bucket | Christmas Stockings ( additional collections)

Side note — I already had our chimney cleaned for the season but we have to replace the inside walls (scheduled for next week). I’ll be excited when it’s a little bit cooler and officially fire season. And, if you want to save it for later, you can find a regular home maintenance list HERE .

Sources : Christmas Stockings ( additional collections) | Christmas Stocking Hangers

I purchased my green velvet pillows years ago from West Elm, but I found some dead ringers on Amazon for a steal HERE . They come in a bunch of colors and sizes and in a set (the 20″ set of two, for example, is currently $16.99!).

I adore our growing collection of family Christmas cards. This year’s card is already framed and on display 😉

Sources : Console Table | Mirror ( similar ) | Pre-Lit Christmas Tree In Basket | Large Textured Vase | Two-Handled Vase

That little lit tree in the basket was another minor unexpected, impromptu decor purchase since I stumbled upon it at the Outlet, but it’s the *perfect* size. You can find it online in three sizes HERE .

Sources : Console Table | Mirror ( similar ) | Pre-Lit Christmas Tree In Basket

Incorporating just a few things and leaving most of the built-in bookshelf decor as is (with minor adjustments) is a huge time saver.

As a side note, in the photo below, the terracotta vase on the bottom shelf on the right is so much prettier in person. It’s also a surprisingly good deal, coming from PB. You can find it in a few sizes HERE .

I love that our tree is all maximalist but as a whole, I feel like I can still breathe easily in our living room. There’s fewer pillows on the sofas, I barely adjusted the coffee table decor, and it’s so easy to “reset” at the end of each day.

The conversation room continues to hold our most special (and most fun to look at!) things. With all the visual stimulation from the variety of ornaments, I simplified the surrounding decor in this room this year.

I was happy to use more ribbon I’ve had for years, still brand new. And, I love the thin ribbon on the nostalgia tree. BTW — you can find tips on decorating a family tree HERE .

I gifted myself with THIS glass and glitter book stack ornament from Anthro — so pretty in person and perfectly commemorates my uber bookish year.

Sources : Shallow Black Bowl | Small Bell Garland | Hanging Iron Bells

Sources : Natural Wood Nut Cracker ( similar ) | Landscape Canvas Art | Secretary Desk ( similar 1 ) ( similar 2 )

Sources : Natural Wood Nut Cracker ( similar )

I won’t source individual ornaments (we’d be here all day and most are no longer available) but my favorite places to find special/cute ornaments are (tap the names below for their ornament collections)…

Anthropologie
Target (some seriously cute ornaments at ridiculously low price points)
Pottery Barn

Ideas for Special Ornament Christmas Tree

I don’t remember if I publicly pondered on KN or just in a KN newsletter, but I was considering a brown quilt… and I did it! I had taken a break from the Belgian Flax Linen Quilt , and honestly, nothing compares. I was so excited to get a fresh one for the first time in a few years and also — don’t hold me to it but I’m enjoying not having ALL white bedding for a bit.

Two things.

Last year, I decided to forego a bedroom tree and I really missed it. So, I brought in one of my flocked trees to leave bare — after it was set up, I plugged it in and it wouldn’t fully light. I took that one down — no problem, I had a second identical tree. I hauled it upstairs and set it up… it also didn’t fully light. So… enter THIS tree . I love the slender size and the downward sloping branches — it’s perfect to leave bare with no effort. Mine is the 7′ flocked pencil spruce that has been in and out of stock for weeks.
And then, Number 2, since I’ve been thriving in my reading era, I’ve REALLY been spending a lot of time in my bedroom reading corner. I saw THIS barrel swivel chair (upholstered) at the Outlet for a stellar price and in my mind, it matched the bedroom. In person… it does not. Even though it’s gray, it’s a REALLY cool gray and almost looks blue against my bed fabric, rug, and the rest of the bedroom. But, it’s so so comfortable to read in. So… the verdict’s out. I love the chair, I love reading in the chair, I hate how the fabric looks in my bedroom.

Sources : Swivel Chair ( leather version ) ( similar fabric version ) | Tree (7′ Flocked Pencil Spruce) | Striped Pillow ( similar ) | Pouf | Accent Table ( similar )

A little peek at my current (hard copy) library stack 😉

Sources : Swivel Chair ( leather version ) ( similar fabric version ) | Striped Pillow ( similar ) | Pouf | Accent Table ( similar )

Last year, I was so excited for Eliza to have a purple tree in her purple bedroom. Except… she didn’t really have a purple bedroom because her bed ended up taking more than a year to get here. So, this year, we did a purple(ish) tree 2.0. She and I tag teamed the family tree downstairs and she still likes coming home to a “surprise” tree in her bedroom so we’ll see what she’s feeling next year 😉

Sources : Knot Pillow | Unicorn Doll

I actually used THIS Merry & Bright print from Little Sleepies as the color inspo — I had bought Eliza the blanket for the season (not currently available) to match a set of pjs. For the first time, I used only what I already had for her tree.

Little Girl Purple and Pink Christmas Bedroom Decor

Purple and Pink Little Girl Christmas Bedroom

And I only pulled bottlebrush trees from the bins that coordinated. I’m borderline obsessed with her forest village this year.

Sources : Three-Shelf Bookcase | Song Lyric Art ( similar ) | Song Lyric Art Frames | Woven Storage Baskets ( similar )

THIS 3D star tree topper (here in silver; downstairs on the family tree in gold) continues to be one of my favorite Christmas finds over the past decade.

Pink and Purple Girl Christmas bedroom Deocorating Ideas

We’ve been enjoying Christmas in our home since before Halloween (it’s no secret around here — the trick or treaters always get a laugh 😉 ) and before we put it all away, I am tasking myself with letting go of some back-stock still in storage. I’ll also be more fully setting up my storage system with QR codes ( HERE ) to alleviate the hunting next year.

Thank you, thank you for stopping by today for what is one of my favorite blog days of the year, each year. Here’s to a beautiful season ahead, and remembering to prioritize what makes you and your family happy.

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wow, everything looks Amazing!! Lots of great ideas too.

Thank you for taking the time, Annie. I appreciate your kind note so much. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas season!

Absolutely stunning!

Thank you, Kristie, and Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Simply Spectacular and as beautiful as you! Loved it all! Holiday Blessings and Cheer ♥️💚

Once again you’ve outdone yourself! Your home looks fully decorated but not overdone! I keep telling myself I MUST stop buying but…….. One question about the blue ribbon – isn’t it dupioni silk, not velvet?

Thank you for visiting our Christmas home, Denise! The blue ribbon I used on this year’s Christmas tree is silk-like. The ivory ribbon with the gold backing is velvet. I hope you have a Merry Christmas!

Thank you so much, Darla! I know this holiday season will be especially magical for you all.

Gorgeous as always! I love that you decided to use what you already have and mix it up in new ways!! I’m challenging myself with that this year and am excited to see how I can re use and recycle! Merry merry Christmas!

Thank you, Meagan, for your sweet note. I was so determined to use what I had on hand and it worked. I know you can do it, too, and hope you have a very Merry Christmas!

It’s all very beautiful and just the right amount. You used restraint this year which is better than I did. As soon as Halloween was over, I decorated. My thought was to just add a few pieces to my existing decor but I ended up fully decorating. I did pretty much stick to my buy nothing new. Out with a friend I saw two can’t leave in the store garlands. Oh well, maybe I’ll do better next year. Oh, and Eliza’s tree is spectacular with all those pretty purple and pink balls. She must be over the moon with her pretty bedroom.

Thank you, Joanna, for taking the time to visit and for your note! Like you, I always have good intentions… Since “simplifying” has been my mantra this year, I was determined to stick to my guns. And I still say, if you see something that you absolutely must have, go for it! I hope you have a wonderful Christmas season. xoxo

Amazing! What a fun way to spend a Saturday morning. Thank you for the inspiration, my friend.

Thank you, Renae, for taking the tour of my Christmas home. I hope you and yours have a magical Christmas season!

Wowza! Just stunning once again. Well done!

Thank you so much for your kind note, Corine! I appreciate you taking the time to tour and wish you the best Christmas season.

Can you please tell me what finish the Iron Ore is in your dining room? Also, have you ever done a video showing how you decorate your main tree from start to finish? I would love to learn from your amazing skills!

Hi Robin, Thank you so much for visiting my home for Christmas. The paint finish in the dining room is eggshell. If you’re on Instagram, I have published several reels recently that demonstrate the steps I take to decorate my trees. Merry Christmas!

As usual, everything is beautiful. I absolutely love the tree in your room. It’s now on my list.

Thank you, Doris, for your sweet note and for taking the tour! I’m so happy to have that tree and love the look with just lights and no decorations. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season!

This is just beautiful, you always do an amazing job! I am loving the neutrals, the layers, and simplicity, but most of all it is just so intentional! Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas!!

Hi Christine, Thank you for taking the time to tour and for your kind and thoughtful note. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and also hope your Christmas season is magical!

So beautiful!! Thanks for the inspiration. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Thank you for your sweet note and for taking the time to visit! I hope you and yours have a very Merry Christmas!

I am truly in LOVE with your maximalist tree in the living room. It adds so much to your otherwise minimal space, it’s a beautiful balance. Seeing all of your holiday decor makes me so excited to break more of mine out! As soon as our cabinet painters are done with the kitchen reno, I’m adding in all of my kitchen decor. Thanks for the inspo, and the reminder to take things a lil slower this season!

Thank you for taking the time to tour our Christmas home, Amelia! I imagine you are having busy days since you are in the midst of your kitchen reno. I hope it is completed soon and that you have a very Merry Christmas!

I love, love, love your decorations Year after year. They’re simply stunning. One question for you, how do you store all of your accessories, ornaments, etc.?

Thank you for your kind message, Wanda! I hope you had a wonderful holiday season and I will be sharing a post on this topic soon.

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Christmas 2023: a cozy home tour, holidays | december 1, 2023.

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Welcome to my home, friend! As we kick off the Bloggers’ Best Series, join me on my cozy Christmas Home Tour for 2023 featuring our entryway, living room, and dining room. Scroll down to start my Christmas 2023 tour + 34 others!

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I am excited to share my 2023 Christmas home tour with you! This is a modern farmhouse-style Christmas decor tour with a twist of Christmas classics. I hope you enjoy this magical tour of our entryway, living room, and dining room.

Merry Christmas, friend, and welcome to our 2023 Christmas home! This Christmas home tour is the first of a two-part series that I will be sharing this year. Stay tuned for our Christmas kitchen and bedroom, coming soon!

If you are coming from my dear friend Renae’s at Peacock Ridge Farm home tour , wasn’t it magical? She is the sweetest, and does an excellent job with timeless, vintage Christmas decorating tips.

You have hopped on the Bloggers’ Best Home Tour, which is hosted by my dear friend Kelly of The Tattered Pew . Thanks to this amazingly talented lady for organizing this holiday tour.

There are over 35 remarkable Christmas home tours .

A Cozy Christmas Home Tour 2023: Entryway, Living Room, and Dining Room

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Christmas 2023 Entryway

Our painted blue bench has been tried and true for many years here in our entryway. To make it holiday ready, I just added some cozy plaid pillows, including one with a charming tree accent.

Above the bench, three faux wreaths decorated with velvet bows add that perfect finishing touch. Loving the simplicity of this space this year.

entryway with wreaths and blue bench and christmas pillows

Christmas entryway

Dig Deeper: Create a festive and lovely look for family and friends as they enter your home this 2023 holiday season. These nine best 10 Best Christmas front porch and entryway decor ideas include front porches, front doors, and foyer areas.

Nutcrackers in our entryway

My absolute entrway favorite? The nutcrackers! Towering at 48″ tall, they’re the ultimate festive welcome. Paired with a red poinsettia pre-lit garland, it’s the coziest greeting for the holidays.

garland on the ground with bottle brush trees

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Protip: Shop all my favorite outdoor and indoor Christmas decorations on my Amazon storefront here . Also, I’ve included several handpicked 2023 top gift guides for you to check out here .

cozy cabin painting layered in front of the gold mirror

Wrapping up with this area with our antique dresser holding a favorite small shop painting ( cozy cabin HERE-use code SHEGAVEITAGO for a discount ) and this gold mirror .

Pro tip: Layering vertical wall decor pieces adds a touch of interest to your home! Don’t forget to layer garland around those pairings for a complete look.

Shop our Christmas entryway by tapping on the images below :

Christmas 2023 Living Room

Got all the lights, ribbons, ornaments, and the tree, but every year it feels like your tree’s just not hitting that extraordinary mark? I hear you! Let’s turn that around with a simple 5-step process to give your Christmas tree that wow factor!

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Protip: Use floral wire to attach your ornaments close to the branch and secure them in place.

Easy coffee table decor for the holidays? Grab a wicker basket to hold some small glass trees, books, and holiday scented candles. The basket will nicely contain decorative items and add great texture.

Protip: Discover stress-free shopping with my curated Christmas gift guides . Knock out your list and make this season merrier.

Recreate our coffee table look below:

Wicker trunk here
Wicker tray here
Glass candle(s) here
Glass trees here

Another sign that I love is this new one, “Let Your Heart Be Light,” that is hanging above our living room cabinet. Hanging artwork above furniture looks amazing and gives the visual aesthetic of taller ceilings too.

Use code SHEGAVEITAGO for a discount on this sign .

Shop our Christmas Tree and Living Room by tapping on the images below:

Christmas 2023 Mantel and Fireplace

“The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, in hopes that Saint Nick would soon be here…” stockings are a timeless Christmas mantel decor item, aren’t they?

The mantel and fireplace are some of the most beloved places to decorate for Christmas. Whether you are sitting by a warm fire or enjoying a cup of a warm coffee, gazing at these holiday-infused spaces just feels warm and cozy for the holiday season.

Shop my stockings HERE .

Shop my garland HERE.

Protip: I share with you five Christmas mantel decor items and fireplace surroundings ideas for even more inspiration here .

Frame TVs are a game-changer! They show Christmas art when off and still let you enjoy TV on cozy nights by the fire.

Shop my Frame TV here.

It’s always a lovely idea to incorporate greenery into your Christmas mantel decor, right?! But what you choose to use is up to you! Faux or real?

Simple, draped garland or thick strands of garland with oversized jingle bells tied to them is exactly what I did this year. I finished it off with red velvet ribbon.

Proptip: Use large hooks to secure your garland to the mantel top and ties to keep garland strands together for a perfect look.

Grab the ones I used below!

You can shop our mantel and fireplace by tapping on the images below:

As we are moving from my Christmas living room to the dining room, you can also check out several of these items on my recorded Amazon Live Streams here .

Christmas 2023 Dining Room

Our dining room table is simple yet festive this year! A fun mix of greenery, santa planter ( similiar one HERE ), and a lovely table runner.

And, we are absolutely LOVING this new chairs from Amazon. You can shop them HERE.

We love hosting a cardboard gingerbread house party each year, where we build our houses and decorate them with (lots) of candy. Access our family’s gingerbread house template HERE , and enjoy this fun family tradition during the holidays.

New paintings are hung by our dining room windows, capturing holiday nostalgia with painted lit candles. Get the “Flicker in the Hallway” painiting at a discount with code SHEGAVEITAGO!

I love the simple, layered window look in these main rooms that feature woven wooden shades plus white linen panels (favorite ones are here on Amazon ). It provides functionality and a timeless look.

Garland in hallway

Above our vintage console table, new wall art “Gloria” displays the cherished words, “Gloria in excelsis Deo!” Use code SHEGAVEITAGO for a discount on this piece as well.

Do you spy the garland hanging in the doorway? Go HERE to learn more about this garland hanging hack I tried this year!

I know you’ll love giving it a go too.

Layering garland, candlesticks, and Christmas houses keeps this tabletop simple but festive.

You can shop my dining room below:

Christmas 2023 Christmas Tree Protip

Looking for a free tree skirt idea? Take a blanket or quilt and wrap it around the base of your tree. And for the smaller trees, place them inside a basket for some great texture, as I did in our dining room this year.

I hope you enjoyed this Christmas home tour. I loved having you stop by. Now, I cannot wait for you to check out my dear friend Pasha’s of Pasha is Home blog Christmas tour . You are going to love how festive her home decorating is for the holidays!

Bloggers’ Best Holiday Home Tours

This week I am joining some of my blogging friends for the Bloggers’ Best 2023 Holiday Home Tours. Thirty talented and creative women will be opening their homes up for you to tour all week long. You can visit each home tour by clicking the links below. Enjoy!

Monday’s Tours

The Tattered Pew // StoneGable // Worthing Court Blog

Southern Home and Hospitality // Our Crafty Mom // My Thrift Store Addiction

Tuesday’s Tours

A Life Unfolding // Living Large In a Small House // Cottage On Bunker Hill

Bricks ‘n Blooms // Cottage In the Mitten

Wednesday’s Tours

Bloggers' Best Holiday Home Tour Wednesday

WM Design House // The Ponds Farmhouse // Shiplap and Shells

Simply 2 Moms // Robyn’s French Nest // Amy Sadler Designs

Thursday’s Tours

Midwest Life and Style // White Arrows Home // White Lilac Farmhouse

DIY Beautify // Thistle Key Lane

Friday’s Tours

She Gave It a Go // Pasha Is Home // This Is Simplicite

Decor to Adore // Le Cultivateur // Peacock Ridge Farm

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What an absolutely stunning tour! I adore how you made the traditional color palette feel fresh with the addition of a touch of black. The glass gingham trees are amazing. Bravo!

Aww, Laura, I’m thrilled to hear that you enjoyed it. Thank you for being so encouraging. Blessings, Brendt

I’m loving all your pops of red in your Christmas decor this year! Everything looks fresh and cheerful! Happy Christmas!

Obsessed with your tree!

Thank you, sweet Stacy! I appreciate you so much. Merriest Christmas to you and yours! Warm wishes, Brendt

Brendt, your cozy Christmas decor is beautiful and I LOVE those nutcrackers! Wishing you a joyous holiday season, Cecilia @ My Thrift Store Addiction

Oh my goodness! Your home is so lovely. Your tree is stunning. Hugs and blessings to you, sweet friend. You are a true treasure.

Brendt, your home is stunning! The pops of red throughout is so beautiful. Love the black and white mixed in. Happy holidays!

Oh wow, friend. Everything is beyond stunning. I love the classic red with the accents of black and cream. So timeless. And those nutcrackers are amazing! I want some.

Happy to be touring with you. Merry Christmas!

Thank you, Jen, your support means the world to me. xoxo, Brendt

Brendt I truly enjoyed your cozy Christmas tour! It was just so fun to look at all the decor you chose this year. I loved the piping red! And your mantel garland is just so dreamy! Beautiful and so thankful for you joining us! Merry Christmas!

Sweet dear friend, thank you! Your kind and encouraging words mean more than you know. I am so grateful for you!! Hugs, Brendt

Brendt your home looks wonderful! I love the use of greenery on your mantle it adds such a nice touch. Happy Holidays!!

Thank you, AnnMarie, you’re the best! Wishing you and yours a very merry Christmas. xoxo, Brendt

Merry Christmas, Brendt!! Lovely as always.

Aww, thank you, sweet friend! Wishing you and yours the merriest Christmas! Warm regards, Brendt

Your Christmas tour is so gorgeous Brendt and your Christmas tree is stunning! The mantel garland and those nutcrackers are the perfect details for the holidays. Wishing you a happy holiday season.

Aww, thank you, Kim! Your visit and kind words mean the world to me. Wishing you and yours the merriest Christmas! Warm regards, Brendt

Brendt – I love those fun tall nutcrackers in your entryway! What a way to welcome people into your home! and that Santa planter on your table is so adorable ;)!

Pasha, aren’t the nutcrackers so fun? Thanks a bunch for your kind words and for stopping by. Grateful for you, my friend, and wishing you the happiest Christmas! Warm wishes, Brendt

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Cozy Christmas Home Tour

Our cozy christmas home tour featuring a non-traditional colour scheme and holiday decor in white, cream, gold, brass, and wood..

Wow, I can hardly believe it’s Christmas home tour time, again! I’m thrilled to be sharing our cozy Christmas home tour. I have to confess I’ve not been loving the feel of our living/dining room space the last few months. But recently I painted, added some new drapes, and put up a mural. I also rearranged all the furniture and, combined with the decor changes, it gave the space a completely different feel. I love it so much more, and it feels doubly cozy now with our neutral holiday decor touches.

Seasonal Simplicity Christmas Home Tours

Today I’ve joined some of my blogging friends who are also sharing their homes decorated for the holidays. Be sure to visit their Christmas Home Tours by visiting the links I’ve shared at the bottom of today’s post.

I’m starting off the tour today, but make sure to head on to Jen, at Rambling Renovators, next on today’s house hop! Her holiday home is beautiful. Welcoming and elegant, cozy yet refined: Traditional and Classic Christmas Tour at Rambling Renovators.

Cozy Christmas Home Tour 2022

I shared our neutral Christmas tree decor ideas last week and it felt really good to get back to blogging after a long stretch off. While I usually share a TON of holiday content, I had to take a step back this fall for a variety of reasons. I shared these in my Christmas tree decor post last week.

A new approach

This year, I took a really different approach. I cut buck immensely on the amount of “Christmas” I added to our home! Instead of feeling like I had to use everything I owned, I instead focused on unity and harmony. I tried to create a simpler, more cohesive look that flows naturally throughout our home. Using only my favourite things plus a few new finds, I stayed pretty neutral with our decor. These white, cream, gold, brass and wood Christmas decorations complement our existing textiles and colours instead of competing with them.

Changes to this space

The green curtains are a new addition, and I love them! Green velvet, from Amazon, and super affordable. Find them here. I was inspired to change them to balance out all the colour I added to the other end of the room with the new mural in our dining room. I’ll be sharing the dining room tomorrow, along with our front porch and pops of holiday decor in the foyer and Christmas.

Did you notice the new paint colour on the walls? It’s not longer the bright white we painted it before we moved in. I’ll be sharing more details about the why; but the walls are now painted with Benjamin Moore’s Halo. It’s an airy green-greige that gives our space a completely different feel!

I also decorated just one tree, and changed the placement of it, along with the placement of our furniture in the dining rom. It was fun to rearrange our furnishings this year, and I like how much more open it feels between the living room and dining room now.

Non-traditional Christmas Colour Scheme

Green is the theme in our space, with the majority of the actual Christmas decor being white, cream, gold, brass, or wood. I love the cozy feel that these neutrals add to our home, and they blend well with my non-traditional green and clay colour scheme.

Our Cozy Neutral Christmas Tree Decor

You can see and read more details about our cozy neutral Christmas tree decor in this article.

The tree is definitely the focal point of this whole space, as it sits right between the dining room and living room areas of our great room. I decorated it first, and then brought in the rest of our decor pieces based on whether they flowed well with our tree. It all feels so much more cohesive than it has in past years. This makes us feel cozy and peaceful to spend our long winter evenings in here.

I’ll be back tomorrow to share our dining room area, as well as pops of holiday decor touches in our kitchen, foyer, and on the front porch.

I hope you found some inspiration to tweak your home this holiday season so you that it creates the perfect backdrop for making awesome holiday memories with your friends and family!

Now for some more beautiful Christmas home tour inspiration. You can visit my friend’s tours by clicking on the links below the collage images.

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14 comments.

Love your holiday home Krista! The color palette is so soothing and decor is so festive!

I love how quiet the room feels with your decor. May I ask where you found the Santa print over the fireplace? It adds such a magical feel but it’s not over the top and goes well with the room. Merry Christmas!

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Your tree is the prettiest I’ve see so far this year… I just love it! Loving the calming feel of your home too with all the soft greens! Thanks for hosting the tour, and I hope you and your boys have a beautiful Christmas! XOXO

Your home is beautiful as always. Happy Holidays!

Wow everything look so cozy and beautiful! The perfect spot for some cozy Christmas vacation! Merry Christmas, Dannyelle

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I absolutely love your calming color palette. Everything flows so perfectly. Your tree is so beautiful too!

It looks so beautiful Krista! I absolutely love the color of your drapes and they look so good with all of your neutral Christmas decor. So cozy and soothing!

I love all your little details, Krista! The garland on the mantel is simply adorable and your tree is so beautiful! Merry Christmas my friend!

Your home is so inviting Krista! I love the wood tones, warm whites mixed with the sage greens and the slightest hints of pink. It’s such a soft and cozy palette.

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A Moscow Free Walking Tour of the Iconic Red Square

Updated March 10th, 2020

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No visit to Moscow, Russia is complete unless you take a walk around the famous Red Square and see the iconic sights of the city. One of the best ways to see all the famous landmarks in Moscow and learn a little something about them too is on a free Moscow walking tour through the Red Square.

Continue reading for a sneak peek at what you will see on your free tour in Moscow and for tips on both the tour and visiting the sights. Make sure to save some time during your trip to go inside of the magnificent buildings because you will not be going in the buildings during the tour.

The State Historical Museum

The Moscow free walking tour begins at the Marshal Zhukov monument in front of the State Historical Museum . You can’t miss this massive red building. The museum’s interior is almost as spectacular as the artifacts you can see within. Read my post dedicated to the museum here to find out more on what you can see and tips for visiting. Admission is free with the Moscow City Pass .

The Kremlin

Behind the walls of the Kremlin lie the working offices of Russian’s government and president. When visiting the Kremlin you can see the Armory Chamber, Cathedral Square, the Patriach’s Palace and many more cathedrals. You definitely want to buy tickets ahead of time so you avoid the long-lines. You can get free admission with the Moscow City Pass . It’s also worth it to take a guided tour if you don’t speak Russian so you have more of an understanding of what you are seeing.

St. Basil’s Cathedral

If asked to conquer up an image of Moscow, St. Basil’s Cathedral might just be the most likely image you picture. The cathedral has a museum that you can visit at a later time. You can buy tickets at the ticket kiosk outside the cathedral or receive free admission with the Moscow City Pass .

Moskva River

Next up on the tour is the Moskva River which runs through the center of Moscow. A cruise on the Moskva River is a great way to see the city from a different perspective.

GUM Shopping Mall

Who would think a mall would be one of Moscow’s most well-known attractions? GUM shopping mall across from the Kremlin makes up one of the four sides of the Red Square. The stores might be a bit too pricey for shopping, but the gorgeous interior is worth a visit. If that doesn’t convince you, the mall has some of the best ice cream! GUM is the only building you go inside during the free walking tour. There are pay bathrooms you can use while you have a few minutes of free time.

Kazan Cathedral

Located on the northeast corner of the Red Square, the Kazan Cathedral is another impressive dome-shaped building in Moscow that is also an active place of worship. Entering the cathedral is allowed, but remember to be respectful if people are worshipping.

Bolshoi Theater

Contrary to the previous buildings, the Bolshoi Theater isn’t along one of the four sides of the Red Square. Located a few minutes away, the theater is one of the best theaters in the world. Make sure to come back for a guided tour of the inside or make reservations far ahead of time to attend a ballet or opera.

Alexander Gardens

The tour ends near the Alexander Gardens , a free public park located along the western Kremlin walls. The garden’s green lawns, sculptures and water fountains offer a nice place to take a stroll or relax a bit after some busy sightseeing.

You can visit all these sites on your own, but the best part of doing the Moscow free tour is that you learn more information and have the potential to meet new people!

During my tour I started to talk to a woman from Malaysia and she invited me to join her and her friends for a Russian meal afterwards. It’s these little impromptu meetings and opportunities that I love most about traveling and add more to the sightseeing experience. While I was a little hesitant about going to the tour myself I told myself it would be a great opportunity to possibly meet new people. I love when things work out like that!

If you have already seen the iconic sights of the Red Square and are looking for other things to do in Moscow check out my What to Do in Moscow post that gives more off-the beaten track things to do in Moscow!

Moscow Free Walking Tour Visiting Information

Moscow Free Walking Tours

How to Get There

The Moscow Free Walking Tour begins at the Marshal Zhukov monument in front of the State Historical Museum (a large red building). The website shows a map with the exact meeting point.

To get to the red square area you can take the blue 3 metro line to the Ploshchad Revolyutsii stop, or the green 2 line to the Teatralnaya station or the red 1 line to the Okhotny Ryad station. For more on how to use the metro read my Moscow Metro Guide .

Tours every day at 10:30am – 1pm in English

If you need a toilet before the start of the tour the Okhotny Ryad and GUM shopping malls are both close to the start of the tour. You will need to pay to use the toilets. There is a quick break mid-way through the tour at the GUM shopping mall where you can use the toilet if needed.

During the mid-way break in the tour you can buy some ice cream at the GUM shopping mall. There aren’t many other options or time for anything else. After the tour there are a lot of restaurants in the area. There are a couple of Varenichnaya №1 locations nearby if you would like some authentic Russian food. Their speciality is Russian dumplings. Another classic choice nearby is Grand Cafe Dr. Jhivago. While you can try traditional Russian foods like borscht and Olivier Salad, you may need a reservation. GUM has several restaurants, including a couple of buffets upstairs.

Recommendations

While I would start off your visit to Moscow with a tour of the Red Square, make sure to come back to each place to tour the inside. If you are visiting several sights consider buying the Moscow City Pass to save money on admissions.

Other Tour Options

Another company Moscow Free Tour does a similar free walking tour in the Red Square. Check the site for the details on the starting point and times. If you prefer a private paid tour with a hotel pick-up and a visit to St. Basil’s Cathedral included check out this tour . For a private paid tour with a hotel pick-up and a visit to the Kremlin included you may want to take this tour or this one . Even if you don’t typically take tours, I would recommend taking tours as much as possible in Moscow. Many people do not speak English and most information is not in English either.

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22 comments.

The Kremlin looks rather imposing. It would be great to explore the history in Moscow.

There is a lot of history in Moscow to explore!

What a handy guide to get the most of Moscow’s red square! I’ve always wanted to try a walking tour and this looks like the perfect place to start!

I really enjoy walking tours, I think they are a great way to get to know a new place!

You have highlighted all the main sights around and in the Red Square indeed! I have visited Moscow in winter and the atmosphere was magical…even though it was cold 🙂 I’m looking forward to visiting in summer too!

Yes, there is a magical feel during the winter. I have to say I prefer the warmer, brighter summers though 🙂

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I am planning to go to Moscow and St. Petersburg this year so reading this was very helpful. I would love to do the walking tour! What time of year did you do it? I am planning to go in August as I really can’t stand the cold 😀 Do you think August might be a good time to visit Moscow? Thank you so much for your information!

I did the walking tour in September. July and August are the best times to visit Moscow in my opinion, so you are going at a great time! I lived in Moscow for a year so I have a lot of posts about Moscow and a couple for St. Petersburg too. Please check out my other posts as you are planning your trip and feel free to send any questions my way!

I’m a huge fan of taking free walking tours whenever my husband and I travel. We learn more about the history from the local’s perspective. Your walking tour in Moscow looks fun. The St. Basil’s Cathedral is beautiful and would love to see it. Thanks for sharing the must-see places in Moscow!

I’m a big fan of free walking tours too! I completely agree that you get a good perspective and introduction to the history of the city.

I would love to take the walking tour to get a good coverage of the area! The tip about paying for the bathrooms is great. That’s something I didn’t realize when I went to Europe for the first time from the US.

I always find it annoying paying for bathrooms in Europe!

I visited Moscow in June this year for the World Cup and I loved it. St. Basil’s Cathedral was the highlight for me, it’s such an impressive piece of architecture. I would’ve liked to visit more of Russia but maybe next time!

I really enjoyed Moscow during the World Cup too. The city was much livelier than usual!

I have been to St. Petersburg but never to Moscow. I think that these kind of tours are very useful to gather many information but I second your suggestion to visit the palaces inside as they have stunning interior decor and art treasures.

Yes, I think both going on tours and getting an overview and touring the inside of places are good to do.

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St. Basil’s cathedral is definitely a beautiful place to visit. I would also love to stroll by the Alexander gardens and maybe spend some time in the shopping mall call mom maybe visit the theater, also I would love to visit Kremlin and the State Historical Museum. That’s a great list you have managed to provide here.

Never been to Russia, but the country’s history and culture has always fascinated me. Great list of things to do in Moscow’s Red Square. Kremlin is definitely on top of my list!

Russia does have a fascinating history and culture!

The architecture here always looks so beautiful. I would love to go to Russia. Some helpful tips here that would really help me navigate a future trip. I love the Russian ballet so a trip to the theater would be a must for me.

Christmas Living Room // Our Relaxed Holiday Home Tour 2023

Christmas Living Room Tour 2023 - A relaxed holiday home - This is our Bliss

Falalalala! Its time to share a peek into our home this season! Every year, I find myself putting less and less stuff out, but do love little Christmas moments throughout the house. I plan to share a few more spaces all spruced up for the season next week, but today I’m sharing our Christmas Living Room as part of Our Relaxed Holiday Home Tour 2023 .

I’m thrilled to be joining in a week of holiday home tours hosted by Marty from A Stroll Thru Life . I’ve participated for several years now and love participating with such wonderfully talented bloggers and content creators.

If you want to catch up on my Christmas Home Tours from years past, you can see them all here.

And my Full Christmas Gallery here – filled with gift guides , decorating inspiration , recipes , holiday cocktails & more.

If you’re stopping by from Kristin’s tour from White Arrows Home , then welcome! I’m so glad you’re here! And if you are new to This is our Bliss, then hello! My name is Rachael and I’m the girl behind the lifestyle site where I share all things life, style, and home. My goal is to help you dress, decorate and entertain for every occasion with affordable stylish finds.

Red in the Dining Room for Christmas - This is our Bliss - Poinsettia & plaid Christmas table

This is our 3rd Christmas in this house and it definitely feels like home. After my husband, three sons and I moved from Illinois to Arizona in the Summer of 2021, I remember worrying how long it would take to feel like “home” and I especially worried if we would feel settled by our first Christmas here. I’m happy to report we did, but even more so now! Everyone has adjusted very well and I continue to enjoy making our house a home, room-by-room.

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You can see all of my Room Reveals here and I have some exciting plans for 2024, so be sure to stick around. I’d love to see you back here visiting again!

You can find the full week of tours at the end of my post!

Last year, I kept the red out of the Living Room and strictly stuck with neutrals. But this year, I couldn’t resist adding in a couple pops of green! I love the richness and elegance this deep green adds to the space.

If you zoom in to the photo above, you might actually see a hint of red in the mirror of our Elf “Manny”. He was hanging out in the dining room the day I snapped the tour photos!

This is our front Living Room, which is not where we gather on a daily basis, so I loaded the sofa up with throw pillows since we won’t be sitting there much anyways!

I bought and used these green pillow covers years ago in our last house during Christmastime and decided they needed to come back out of storage this year. You can snag a set here . I actually have a the deep red set and the light purple as well.

I also added a couple of these black & white plaid pillows I’ve had since last year to bring in some pattern and break up the dark, solid colors.

On the coffee table, I filled up my brass hand with small metallic ornaments just like last year! I loved the look then, so why not leave well enough alone?! It normally sits empty [ or filled up with matchsticks or other random items from time to time ] on top of a stack of books.

Next to the stack, I decided to pull out one of my Christmas books and place it on my acrylic coffee book stand.

Lastly, I swapped out my plain white candlesticks with this pair of twisted green ones. You’ll never guess where I found them…The Dollar Tree! I also found a similar set here and here if you’re looking!

My mom and I were on the hunt for cool red candlesticks for her holiday table and mantel this year and found some great options at HomeGoods. But they were 4-5x the price and the quality is the exactly the same! And the color complements the pillows so nicely!

Loved this score 😉

Last but not least, is the star of the show – our Christmas tree in the corner. I actually just noticed our 9′ pre-lit flocked tree is on sale for under $200 right now. I’m pretty sure we paid around $300-350 in 2019.

Sometimes I add some red to the tree, but this year I stuck with neutrals & metallics again – from black, ivory, gold, silver, pewter & copper – you’ll find it all.

I didn’t buy any new ornaments and haven’t for a couple of years now, but it still feels fresh and new when I look up at the tree. The sparkle & shine and glitz & glam get me every time.

Sadly, I don’t have any gifts wrapped under the tree yet! Last year, I was proud to say I actually had some real ones wrapped! Most years, I have fake wrapped boxes [ shhhh don’t tell anyone ;)] under the tree for my tours, but this year, I just didn’t even bother!

Here is a peak at how it has looked under the tree in year’s past.

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I’m planning to wrap a big batch of gifts this weekend, so maybe I’ll share a snapshot of under the tree next week!

In all honesty, my trees were up a couple weeks before Thanksgiving, but I didn’t hang a single ornament on them until last weekend! It always gets done, but my timelines look a little different now. Life is so busy with the boys now – ages 11, 9 & 5 and truthfully, the lights are my favorite part anyways, so we enjoyed the glow and didn’t miss the ornaments much at all.

Now that they’re up, I of course, couldn’t imagine it any other way!

Sneak peek…I did put another poinsettia in the Dining Room again and do plan to set the table next week. I picked up some Christmas dishes at an estate sale and can’t wait to see how it all looks on the table. I’ll be sharing soon, so come back to see more!!

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The Dining Room isn’t done, but I had to snap a few pictures since Manny was hanging out here today and he’ll have traveled on somewhere else by the next time I photograph 🙂

That’s all for today. I’m so happy you were here to have a look around! Now be sure to head to see Alicia’s home from Thrifty and Chic .

2023 Christmas Home Tours

This week I’m joining thirty talented and creative bloggers to share our holiday decorating for our 2023 Christmas Home Tours. I hope you enjoy all their beautiful ideas and inspiration! I especially want to thank Marty from A Stroll Thru Life for organizing this tour of homes. You can visit each Christmassy home tour by clicking the links below.

Monday’s Tours

Collage of homes decorated for Christmas for Monday blog hop participants.

Simply2Moms | Worthing Court Blog | Midwest Life and Style

DIY Beautify | Peacock Ridge Farm | The Stonybrook House

Tuesday’s Tours

Collage of homes decorated for Christmas for Tuesday blog hop participants.

Our Southern Home | Calypso in the Country | Chalking Up Success

Pink Peppermint Design | The House on Silverado | Lyndale Drive

Wednesday’s Tours

Collage of homes decorated for Christmas for Wednesday blog hop participants.

Southern Home and Hospitality | A Pretty Life in the Suburbs | Whispering Pines Homestead

She Gave it a Go | Decor to Adore | Eleanor Rose Home

Thursday’s Tours

Collage of homes decorated for Christmas for Thursday blog hop participants.

County Road 407 | Thistle Key Lane | White Lilac Farmhouse

My Family Thyme | Southern Hospitality Blog | Clean and Scentsible | Bungalow 47

Friday’s Tours

Collage of homes decorated for Christmas for Friday blog hop participants.

Shiplap and Shells | It All Started With Paint | White Arrows Home

This is Our Bliss | Thrifty and Chic | Follow the Yellow Brick Home

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Everything looks so gorgeous, Rachael. I love the deep green color. And your tree is STUNNING! So happy to be touring with you this week. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Calypso in the Country

What a gorgeous tour – relaxed yet sophisticated! I love the green, gold and black together. Wishing you a Merry Christmas! Shelley

Cindy@CountyRoad407

Well I can say I don’t miss the days of Elf on a Shelf. LOL. That was exhausting! Your tree is beautiful and how clever to put ornaments in the giant hand. So cute. Enjoyed touring with you. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season. Merry Christmas.

Laura Ingalls Gunn

What an absolutely gorgeous tour! The tree is an absolutely showstopper. So happy to be on tour with you!

Gorgeous! I love the green and gold together, it’s so pretty!

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Happy Thanksgiving, Friends! I hope your day is filled with the people you love, turkey, and more things to be thankful for than you can count. As I’m getting ready for the 2023 Christmas Tour on Monday, Nov 27th, I thought you might like to see last year’s home tour. There are lots of ideas and inspiration to use for your Christmas home. Remember to stop back on Monday! Here is a little hint of what to expect this year…

Enjoy last year’s tour!

Welcome to the 2022 StoneGable, Merry And Bright Christmas Home Tour! I’m so glad you are here!

I’m part of the Blogger’s Best Home Tours hosted by Kelly at The Tattered Pew . Kelly has worked tirelessly to put together this Christmas tour of 35+ bloggers’ Holiday homes going on all week long! Today you can visit 7 homes!

If you are coming from Cecilia’s at My Thrift Store Addiction … WELCOME! I’m sure you loved her Christmas home and the way she incorporated beautiful and thrifty items into her decor!

I’m so excited for you to look around our Christmas home and I hope when you leave you will have lots of ideas to use in your home this Holiday season!

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Come on in the front door!

I think a wreath is a happy and hospitable way to welcome anyone who comes to our front door!

Most of the Christmas decor are things I already have. I like to challenge myself to use them in new and interesting ways.

But the wreath… it’s new! Cedar is a very popular green this year, and I am certainly on the cedar bandwagon! I opted not to use a bow on this wreath because it is gathered up at the top with twine. It’s a pretty and casual modern look.

This wreath is huge! So it can easily be seen from the road!

Come on into the foyer!

The heart of our foyer is this long white console table. And I packed it full of Christmas decor this year.

I’m not much of a collector but one thing I just can’t pass up are little trees! The console table holds some of my favorites plus a couple new additions.

You will see lots of little trees scattered throughout our Christmas home.

What do you collect?

One of the questions I get asked every year is how to decorate with what we collect. So this year I wrote a helpful post, DECORATING WITH CHRISTMAS COLLECTIONS . And it has been one of my popular posts so far this year.

In the post, you can see the big difference in how I decorated last year compared to this year.

Did you notice the white and silver reindeer art? I love reindeer. They are adorable! But this reindeer is so majestic I decided to prop him up in the foyer to greet you!

This year I took pictures with lots of lit candles! I took the photos over a three-day period and the last day was so dark and rainy. So I lit some of the candles and enjoyed the ambiance as I took pictures.

On the bottom shelf of the console, you will get a little clue about a color that plays a big part in our Christmas Home this year!

If you love a Christmas home that looks cohesive and has a designer flair then the most important thing you can do is choose a Christmas color palette!

I’ve wanted to use red in my Christmas home for several years but I seemed to default to greens and neutrals which I love.

I decided early that this was the year to add red! A color palette helped me to keep on track. This year’s colors were inspired by last year’s CHRISTMAS MASTER BEDROOM .

I wanted to use the same colors plus a touch of red.

Here is my Christmas color palette this year…

A color palette makes decorating so much easier. You can see a very helpful post, HOW TO CHOOSE A PERFECT CHRISTMAS COLOR PALETTE here .

I think knowing our color palette and the style and feel we want our Christmas homes to radiate gives us a huge head start and makes decorating so much easier and enjoyable.

Let’s walk down our long foyer and head toward the living room.

Let’s take a quick pause by the stairs.

The stairs look a whole lot different than they did last Christmas! This past summer we painted them and added a runner.

They were originally golden oak. Lots and lots of golden oak! Two stories worth of stairs!

The trouble with painting golden oak is the strong and noticeable grain in the wood. My husband and son worked together and found a quite easy fix for making the wood look much smoother! And they used a sprayer to paint the spindles. It was a big project but so worth it!

I’ll share how we transformed our stairs after the first of the year.

Garland on the stairs would be overkill so I opted for greens, ribbons, and vintage-looking Christmas balls.

I also used my favorite battery-operated candles on every other stair. They look so pretty in the evening!

THE LIVING ROOM

THE WHITE BUFFET

The white buffet is the first thing you notice in the living room. And the little upholstered stools too.

I found them earlier this fall and could not resist! I put one on either side of the buffet. I’m a big fan of symmetry! You can see these well-made stools HERE . They come in several colors.

On top of each stool, I added buffalo check pillows and little frosted wreaths (see them HERE ). The wreaths also hang in every window in our home.

I added a bit of red to this end of the living room with the red plaid gifts. I like this wrapping paper because the pattern looks light and airy for a plaid.

On top of the present is my favorite Christmas bow. Here is a post about CHRISTMAS RIBBONS AND BOWS with a little video about how to make these fluffy bows.

On the buffet are a few more Christmas trees from my collection.

Some of my trees, like the little one above, are decades old.

In the center of the buffet, I put together an easy arrangement in a hammered brass bowl.

Arrangements and vignettes are the backbone of my Holiday decor. They are easy to make and can be styled in so many ways!

HOW TO CREATE A HOLIDAY VIGNETTE STEP-BY-STEP will give you lots of ideas for making pretty Christmas arrangements too. And a peek at our Christmas sunroom.

The mantel this year has an asymmetrical garland.

The lit garland was hung using four 3M hooks. Lots of bits and pieces of greens were added to this garland to make it look lush.

I repeated the crisp brown and white ribbon that is also on the tree and on the newel post of the stairs.

I cut the ribbon about 5 feet long to keep making the loops manageable. And then I cut the ends of the ribbon into a classic French V’s.

On a last-minute whim, I added red wooden beads to the garland too!

I hung tree stockings at the short garland end of the mantel along with a few vintage Christmas ornaments.

Can you tell which stockings is mine?

I kept the brown and white pillow on the spindle chair from the fall. I love these pretty little pillows and they worked with my Christmas color palette.

THE COFFEE TABLE

In the middle-ish of the living room is the upholstered coffee table. This year I used a pretty glass mirror as a tray and added some of the smaller trees I collect that light up.

And I added a bit of seeded eucalyptus.

Seeded eucalyptus is much airier and lighter than greens. It lets the reflective beauty and light of the mirror show through.

THE CURLACUE CHEST

The Curlacue chest holds a white porcelain Holy Family.

Behind the little Nativity, I propped a light silhouette picture of Jesus, Mary, Joseph, and the star.

THE CHRISTMAS TREE

This year, like last year, I used our heavily flocked Christmas tree.

I decorated it with mostly white, brown, bronze, and neutral ornaments and ribbons. And I used just a little bit of red too!

I like a tree that is full of things to look at! Ornaments, ribbons, ornaments, berries, and big stems of something pretty!

This is the first year I used a tree collar. It was white so I spray painted it an antique bronze to work with my colors. I’m now a fan! What do you think? Do you like a tree collar or skirt?

I started to wrap some of our gifts to coordinate with our Christmas tree!

Our six little grandchildren (6 and under) could not stop touching the tree! They especially LOVED jingling the jingle bells. And that made it snow all over the floor and they loved that too! And so did I!

I saw the wonder and magic of a Christmas tree through their eyes! Christmas is just so special with grandkids!

Now let’s head to the dining area…

THE DINING AREA

The dining area is on the backside of the Christmas tree! So when we are eating we can see the entire tree from the other side!

I got a new rug for this area. It came yesterday. I took advantage of the early Black Friday sales. I always get indoor/outdoor type rugs in our dining room. They are so much easier to clean up. You can see the new rug HERE .

This Christmas season I kept the decor rather simple.

But simple can be so pretty! I put greens down the center of our table and looped the same brown and white ribbon through them.

And then I added this beautiful Capiz leaf garland (see it HERE on sale now).

A shallow-footed bowl in the center of the table holds seven, ruby red pomegranates.

Well, friends, I have so much more to share with you like our Christmas kitchen…

And our sunroom…

And a couple bedrooms and more!

So stop back next Monday to see part 2 of our 2022 Merry And Bright Christmas Home Tour.

But now, please visit my very dear friend Julie at My Wee Abode . She is a California girl who is creative and one of the nicest people I know! When you stop by tell her I said Hi!

I hope you have enjoyed my tour and have found lots of ideas you can use in your Christmas home.

I’ve created a Christmas e-magazine for you! Make sure to sign up and get your copy!

Bloggers’ Best Holiday Home Tours

This week I am joining some of my blogging friends for the Bloggers’ Best Holiday Home Tours 2022. Thirty-five talented and creative women will be opening their homes up for you to tour all week long. You can visit each Christmas home tour by clicking the links below.

Monday’s Tours

The Tattered Pew // Cottage On Bunker Hill // Stonegable // My Wee Abode

Open Doors Open Hearts // Cottage In The Mitten // My Thrift Store Addiction

Tuesday’s Tours

Midwest Life & Style // She Gave It a Go // Sand Dollar Lane // Bricks n’ Blooms

Pasha Is Home // Robyn’s French Nest // The Ponds Farmhouse

Wednesday’s Tours

Shiplap and Shells // White Arrows Home // This Is Simplicite // White Lilac Farmhouse

Peacock Ridge Farm // Cloches and Lavender // Simply2Moms

Thursday’s Tours

County Road 407 // Country Peony // Eleanor Rose Home // Le Cultivateur

Thistlekey Lane // My Family Thyme // Follow The Yellow Brick Home

Friday’s Tours

Southern Crush At Home // A Life Unfolding // Southern Home and Hospitality // WM Design House

Dabbling and Decorating // Lora Bloomquist // Vintage and Grace Living

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Just beautiful as always! I really love the brown and white ribbon throughout your displays. But I must say, my favorite were the arrangements on your stair posts. Love the sheer and striped ribbon together! So pretty! They deserve a diy post just by themselves. Wishing you a peaceful Christmas and good health. Thank you for all your hard work and sharing it with us!!

Hi Diana, thank you! Right now I have a horrid cold from the grandbabies, so I need a bit of good health! Merry Christmas!

I love your wreath at the front dorr. Did you create it by yourself?

And of course I love your whole decor in the house, too. : – )

Beautiful, as usual. How fortunate that Hobbes allows you to decorate the mantle- my Annie would bring it down faster than I could put it up.

Thanks, Emily! Merry Christmas.

I just love, love following your blog and all the creative ideas, how to and recipes you share. Your Christmas home tour is gorgeous and I have garnered many ideas. Would you please share how you attached the beautiful greens together, or did you use a teardrop swag on your newel post. My stair banister certainly would be an overkill but the greens would be perfect. I certainly could use any tips you would share. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

I used a small cedar garland and folded it in half. I tied it to the bow and then tied the garland to the newel post. I hope this helps. So glad you enjoyed the tour. Merry Christmas, Beverly!

Amazing!!! I love the white and silver deer art on your foyer table. Is that something that is still available?

Hi Cassie, Merry Christmas! The deer art is from a local shop.

Yvonne, everything beautifully elegant as always. In love with the white and silver reindeer art and would love the link to purchase. Have a great holiday season. Helen

Hi Helen, that reindeer is very popular! I found it at a local shop and I don’t have a source. Sorry.

I love your blog and forward to reading each week. Where did you get the baskets on the bottom of your console table and on the Carolina Room near the tree??? Also love the brown color lumbar like Fall pillow, where did you find that one?? So appreciate the links in the Christmas ? articles.

I found it locally, Sorry Sabrina. The lumbar pillows were from Amazon and are not in stock. Things right now are flying off the shelves. So sorry.

Yvonne, your home looks beautiful for the holiday season.

Hi Yvonne! I love your pops of red and your tree is stunning–pinned! You’ve created such a welcoming, festive entry. Wishing you a joyous Christmas season. Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction

Cecilia, So sweet! Merry Christmas

I just love your elegant Christmas decor ! Where did you get that beautiful round wicker tray under your coffe table I have the same kind of ottoman and was looking for something exactly like that and also what size is it .

I found the basket tray at Wayfair. However, I don’t see it there anymore. Look on Wayfair, they have others you might like, Debbie.

Yvonne, your Christmas decor this year is spot on! It is so perfect, you have inspired me to use red next year.Bless you for sharing your beautiful decor with your followers. Have a wonderful Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

How sweet, Susan! I was surprised at how much I love red in our home.

Really beautiful! Love the color scheme and the nativity vignette is perfection!

Your home is so lovely. Such gorgeous details. So fun hopping with you this week. I adore your mantle decor.

Thank you, Renae.

Your home looks so cozy and inviting for the holidays, Yvonne. I love every detail. Christmas perfection! Happy to be hopping with you this week. Pinned!

Thanks, Jen! Merry Christmas.

Yvonne! Your home is definitely Merry and Bright! You have been blessed with the gift of decorating and curating a beautiful home and it blesses so many besides just your family! Thank you for sharing your home with us and the special touches and memories. I could just hear your grandkids laughing touching the tree and bells! Merry Christmas my friend and thanks for joining the tour!

Oh, Kelly! How sweet! I’m so thrilled to be part of your tour! Beautiful homes, beautiful women.

It’s all beautiful! I especially love the deer picture in your foyer. Like you, I’m not a collector but I do collect trees and deer for my Christmas vignettes. I use those little battery operated mini lights too. They are set to come on a 4:00 and off at 10:00. They lend that magical touch. My colour palette is mostly white with touches of gold and very small additions of red. Looking forward to the rest of your home tour.

Sounds so beautiful!

Beautiful as always!!!

Thank you, Andrea! I loved sharing our home with you!

Loved your tour! It’s always gorgeous!! Thanks so much for all the ideas!

Can you tell me where you found the framed quote “The Lord bless you and keep you”.

Here you go Kay: https://rstyle.me/+asiVZJz4zFnvERel1fh6dg

SOOOOO clean, light, bright and merry – Love everything Yvonne!! Would you mind sharing the source for the beautiful white footed bowl which is holding the pomegranates? LOVE it! Christmas blessings!

Yvonne, your home looks Christmas Beautiful! I love everything about it. I can’t wait to see your post in January about your stair redo. Merry Christmas!

Absolutely gorgeous!!!!

Wow! Your home looks gorgeous for the holiday season. Everything is so elegant and pretty! Love that tree! Pinned.

Thanks, AnnMarie

Your home looks beautiful for the holiday season!

Thanks Kim! Merry Christmas.

Okay… next year, for sure, I want to come at Christmas time! Tanglewood looks amazing, as always. I have to agree, the last minute decision to use the red beads on the mantel was a GREAT idea! And I thought I had a lot of ornaments on my tree! I have to go get my bins out of storage to fill all the ‘holes’ in my tree now! 😉 Can’t wait to see the kitchen and the sunroom… and the bedrooms, as well! LOVE those prints at the end of the counter! Love you, and always love working with you!

Yes, come at Christmastime next year! Lancaster has so much to do!

Merry and bright indeed Yvonne! The red is a big hit this year and I think you found the perfect balance. Everything is lovely and inviting as always. I love the mirror that you used as a tray on the ottoman. I want to try something like that on our round ottoman. Thank you for the inspiration! Happy Christmas!

Thank you Michelle! Merry Christmas!

Very beautiful and unique this yezr.. Some great deas gleamed. Thank you. I did try the link “Making A Bow” for wreath making but got a 404 error..page no longer exists. Hope you can fix that. Thank you

Sorry about that Susan, here you go: https://www.stonegableblog.com/christmas-ribbon-and-bows/

Stunning simplicity. Cozy yet elegant. Perfection! Thanks for sharing ?. I’m in love with the sunroom rug. Did you have it in your other home – do you have a source for it?

Hi! I love that added some color in your rooms. It really refresh’s the decor. Thanks for the tour. I’ll be back to view more?

I think so too! I’m just thinking about what color I can use for winter.

I loved the tour! Where did you find the three Santa-reindeer prints hanging on the wall at the end of your counter?

Hi Cheryl, they are a digital image that I had printed. See them here: https://rstyle.me/+KF99q9LEvHaISec3m95k6w

Beautiful tour, Yvonne! Love how your tree sits between the living and dining area so you can enjoy it all around.

Thanks, Lora. The tree can be seen from almost all of our downstairs rooms.

I love your touch of red throughout and the way you looped the ribbon in your garland! All beautiful!

I noticed you don’t show that beautiful mango bookshelf from this past spring or summer. I am in love with that. Would you be willing to share where you purchased it? I live about an hour away from your area and would love to drive down to the store and shop.

Hi Linda, I loved that bookshelf too. But it was really too big for the foyer so I gave it to a sweet young family. I found it at The Treasure Place in Intercourse. Hope this helps.

Wow Yvonne! Your home looks so beautiful! I adore that mirror! It’s incredible! Merry Christmas!!!

Merry Christmas, Stacy!

Yvonne, Your home looks lovely this Christmas season!! The plaid pillows and touches of red are just the right touch of elegance and added interest. Lovely!!! Thanks for sharing. Can’t wait to see the bedrooms! How do you keep your cat from creating mayhem with your Christmas tree? I heard cats are famous /infamous for climbing into trees. Nancee

Our cat, for some strange reason, has never touched the tree. Fingers crossed that he won’t this year.

I can’t tell you how much you inspire me with your home tours, Yvonne. Every detail is so beautiful from the little trees displayed throughout your gorgeous house to the bowl of pomegranates on the table. I am amazed by your talent when it comes to holiday ribbons. Both your Christmas tree and mantel are just stunning. Happy holidays!

You are just the sweetest, Kim! I feel the same way when I come to visit your home too! Merry Christmas!

You always so do Christmas so beautifully! I love all the pretty touches (especially that reindeer), Merry Christmas to you and your family. xx

Your holiday home is absolutely stunning, Yvonne! I love how elegant, yet cozy and inviting your home is! Your creativity and talent is such an inspiration. I am so happy to be touring with you. Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas!

I’ve always looked forward to your Christmas tours every year, and this one is just as stunning as ever, Yvonne! I LOVE your small touches of red this year. And I’m pinning that mantel garland for sure. It’s gorgeous. Have a very Merry Christmas!!

Merry Christmas, Kate!

Hi Yvonne, I just was curious how you fit the tree in a “ collar “. Would that work with a real tree? It looks like a big planter. Looks lovely! Marianne

Hi Marianne, what a great question. The tree color comes in four parts. They click together with a magnet. You would have to know the measurements of your tree stand and then make sure it fits a collar. This is the first year we used a tree collar and won’t go back! Merry Christmas, Marianne.

Lovely house. So warm and inviting. May I ask where you bought the buffet? Thanks.

Hi Carol, I found it at Wayfair. Sorry, they don’t carry it any longer.

Yvonne, your home is beautifully decorated for the holiday season! Where did you get the silhouette in the frame behind the holy family. I love the idea! Merry Christmas!!

Hi Leslie, I found it here: https://rstyle.me/+jK-zgkNyH3UaY7J3wHhdYg

Your home is so lively, warm and inviting. I love all the white! Hoping you feel better soon so your holiday season is magical. Merry Christmas.

Thanks, Cindy!

Hello, I don’t leave replies often, but I had to reply this time. Your home is absolutely beautiful in all its Christmas decor! You did an amazingly festive job! Love it! Your tree is exquisite, and I like the idea that you used it again this year. All rooms shown are beautiful, and I am looking forward to viewing part two. Merry Christmas!

Thanks so much, Sandi. Merry Christmas.

Yvonne, I have been admiring your beautiful flocked tree for years. We decided to invest in fake tree this year and I’m wondering where you got yours. Would you mind passing on that to me?

Hi Cindy, We love our tree. It’s on the slim side and fits nicely in our living room. Here is is: https://rstyle.me/+8G6EEAomLrRLD18-5Scouw

Wow! There’s so much to love! I am definitely taking some ideas with me: The simple White Mary, Joseph and Jesus figurines with the picture of Bethlehem in the background, and just the perfect votives on each side to give it importance; the white bowl in the kitchen with pomegranates; your kitchen curtains, the understated beauty of your decorating. It’s all so beautiful! Thank you for the tour. I loved it very much.

Sweet Mary, thank you so much! Merry Christmas.

Stunning home tour, I love your style, everything about your decor speaks to my love of classic design.xx

Thank you so much, Janette! Merry Christmas.

Thank you for sharing your Beautiful home! You are so blessed with talent, I’m always in awe.

Merry Christmas. Rose.

Love the white reindeer print sitting on the chest in the foyer. Where did you get it? Do you know if it is still available? Everything is beautiful!

Thank you! I found the Reindeer locally. Sorry, I don’t have a source.

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The City Sightseeing at Moscow begins at Bolotnaya Square with Hop-on-Hop-off bus service. The bus operates on the Red, Green and Orange lines. If you have limited time in Moscow, start your trip on the Redline and get yourself acquainted with the city’s 16 best attractions. The green line, however, covers 26 amazing spots so if you are staying for an extended period catch the green line.

Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts
Alexander Garden
GUM State Department Store
Sofiyskaya Embankment
Cathedral of Christ the Saviour
University Square, Vorobyovy Gory Observation Deck
Hotel Ukraina Pier
Zaryadye Park
Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics
VDNKh Metro Station
Cosmonauts Alley
Ostankino Television Tower
Red Route: Schedule: 10:00 - 18:00 , Loop: 60 Minutes , Frequency: 15 Minutes
Green Route : Schedule: 10:00 - 18:00 , Loop: 120 Minutes , Frequency: 30 Minutes
Orange Route : Schedule: 10:00 - 18:30 , Loop: 140 Minutes , Frequency: 30 Minutes
24 / 48-Hours Hop-on Hop-off Bus Ticket
Red Line Audio Guide: Russian, English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Arabic, Portuguese, Farsi
Green Line Audio Guide: Russian, English, German, Spanish, Italian, French, Chinese, Arabic
Orange Line Audio Guide : Russian English, German, Spanish, Italian, French
Guided walking tour
Boat Tour (If option selected)
Hotel Transfers
Entrance Fees (Unless Specified)

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You can board the bus at any stop and voucher can be exchanged directly with the driver. Printed vouchers required for this tour and are accepted at all stops. You will receive a ticket in exchange for your voucher, which you must keep until the expiry date/ tour. Please check your ticket to know when it expires. After exchanging your voucher for a ticket, your voucher will no longer be valid. In loss of voucher/ticket, company is not liable for any refund. Book Now! You can use your ticket any day within 12 months.

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Wheelchair Access, Heating Please note that face masks must be worn on board the bus. Orange Route is temporarily suspended

Operational Details: Walking Tour

Daily at 10:45 a.m.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Meeting point: next to the monument to Saints Cyril and Methodius (Kitay-Gorod metro station)

Capital River Boat Tour

May - October: from 11:30am to 6:30pm (Subject to change)
Duration: 60 minutes
Departure Point: Zaryadye Park Pier

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