Surprise!
A secret that I’ve been keeping for too long can now be shouted from the rooftops.
I am one (#17 to be exact) of the 25 homes on the amazing Jennifer Rizzo Holiday House Tour. I am so excited not only to show you around my home but to be amongst a great group of Bloggers who are opening their doors this Holiday season.
If you’re new here, you just headed over from the house tour by Vanessa of At the Picket Fence. Wasn’t it amazing?! She has a beautiful home and opened her doors for all to see in the Creating a Meaningful Home series earlier this year. She is just the sweetest person ever!
Ok, well let’s get this tour started. Are you ready?
Welcome. Grab a cup of coffee (or tea, if you prefer) and stay awhile. Let me show you around.
The new addition to this year’s Christmas decor is our new white Christmas tree. Wanting to have a bling, bling pretty tree, this new beauty sits in the blue room, a.k.a. my office / family room. With the dark hue on the walls, the white tree with varying shades of gold & brown ornaments, is the perfect contrast. This room is a favorite of mine in our home because of all the light that comes shining through from dawn to dusk. The filtered light accents the golds + my new disco ball just right!
The coffee table got a quick festive makeover by using a round mirror as the centerpiece topped with a montage of Christmas favorites – gold trees, ornaments, the light turned vase that I created earlier this year, and of course Santa.
Also on the coffee table is my newly created Nate Berkus knock-off wood block candle holder. What do you think? I love how it adds so much height to the vignette.
Transitioning to the dining room, I used a few similar ideas by using another mirror – the clock turned mirror – as the dining room centerpiece topped with more gold trees (that I scored from the Christmas Tree Shop last year) and a small tree adorned with miniature ornaments.
Simply, but elegantly set, our Christmas table is filled with a whole lotta candles – one of my favorite items to decorate with.
The buffet is set with treats for all to enjoy. As I shared earlier in the week, the sidebar / buffet in the dining room is filled with varying sized glass jars, ceramic houses, and other festive decor. My favorite element of the space is the charlie brown tree with colorful ball ornaments. Okay, well it’s really not really a charlie brown tree, but instead branches from my backyard put into a glass jar to bring height to the overall space. It would make a great table centerpiece too.
Also in the dining room is my kids favorite part our home tat the Holidays, the Christmas Countdown Tree that I made using pallets and leftover scraps of wood. It’s such a whimsical, colorful handmade creation!
Heading over to the last space in our home, the living room. Our hang out space…
And there is a peak at our other Christmas tree… The tree that is filled with our family’s sentimental ornaments that we’ve collected, made, and bought over the years.
The main wall of the living room features our mantel and it’s totally decked out for the Christmas season. A large wood panel is set as the backdrop with my newly created vintage-inspired J-O-Y sign as the focal point.
Other pretty festive elements adorn the fireplace and the creme de la creme are the felt + dropcloth Christmas stockings that I made a few years ago.
Another handmade element that we love + adore is the Christmas Card Holder where we treasure and enjoy all the cards and photos that family and friends send throughout the Christmas season. How do you display cards sent to your family?
Well that’s the end of the tour. I wish it wasn’t over, but I really hope you enjoyed our home decorated for Christmas.
Hasn’t the Holiday House Tour been fabulous?! We’re only on day 3 of the tour, and there are many more houses to see. So don’t stop here! Grab another cup of joe and head on over to my friend Roeshel’s house at The DIY Showoff. She is an amazing creator and surely won’t disappoint. ENJOY and Merry Christmas!
Love how your Christmas decorations compliment your decor Jenna! Everything looks fantastic. Your advent calendar and Christmas card holder are precious! Also love the white tree with copper and gold against your navy blue wall.
So sweet of you Beth – thank you! xo Jenna
Gorgeous Jenna – you’re a girl after my disco ball loving heart! The Christmas countdown tree is perfection!
Kelly
O ya…can’t be without a disco ball! Thanks for your sweet thoughts Kelly. xo Jenna
Love, love it Jenna!! I’ve been wanting a white christmas tree for awhile or better yet a Flocked one but have not pulled the trigger! Maybe i’ll pick one up after Xmas when it’s on sale!
Thanks so much Luci! This white tree I scored at Walmart for $40 – it was a great deal and was A LOT less than others that I saw in the same size range. After Christmas sales might also be a great time to get your something you love. Thanks for your kind thoughts! xo Jenna
So beautiful Jenna! I LOVE your white tree against the navy walls and the mirror on the coffee table! perfection!
So fun to be part of the Holiday Housewalk with you this year! Thank you for sharing your gorgeous home with us.
Heather
Thank you so much Heather! Being a part of the Holiday Housewalk has been such a fun opportunity – love collaborating with other amazing Bloggers like you. Can’t wait for your tour. xo Jenna
So pretty Jenna! Love the DIY card holder and all the pops of color :) Nicely done!
Thanks so much Jessica! xo Jenna
HI Jenna, I love all of the color!Love the white tree!!!! Thank you so much for being a part of the house walk!!! You’re a great surprise!
Beautiful job, Jenna! That white tree is a showstopper!
That’s so sweet – thank you Kelly. Can’t wait for your tour tomorrow ;) xo Jenna
Your home is beautiful! I love the tree and the creative way you display your cards!
-Shelley
Much thanks Shelley – so sweet! xo Jenna
Beautiful, Jenna! I love all the color and ‘glam’ feel of the space!
That’s so kind – thank you Carrie! xo Jenna
I’m sitting here with my coffee Jenna and just in awe of how wonderful your home looks!!! Oh my that pallet countdown and the card display??? Both amazing!! Everything is just beautiful and I’m so thrilled that I got to be part of this tour with you!!
Vanessa
P.S. Thanks for your sweet words! :-)
Good for you Vanessa. I have yet to grab a cup to fully sit and enjoy each house… it’s on my to-do list! Thanks for your kind thoughts and your home is stunning (as usual)! xo Jenna
Looks so great, Jenna! Now go enjoy it ;)
GORGEOUS! I love all your personal little touches, Jenna! This is awesome!
So pretty! Love everything, especially the vintage inspired joy sign!!
jenna- it’s gorgeous!!!i love that white tree!
So pretty Jenna – and I really love all the gold touches – perfect! Merry Christmas!
Your home is gorgeous Jenna!! I love that dreamy white tree in your office and the gorgeous wall color in there too! Thanks for the tour!
LOVE that joy sign. :)
Merry Christmas to your sweet family……
Your home is so lovely and I love your light fixture and wall color in your office/family room. Merry Christmas!
Everything looks SO festive and beautiful, Jenna! I so enjoyed the tour, so glad you opened your lovely home!
It all looks so beautiful! My favorite is the “Countdown Tree!” LOVE your touches of bright color! Life to the full! Melissa
love the white tree and all the bling!
Your house looks beautiful, Jenna! Love everything you did. You are so talented. I am so jealous!! Come do my house. :). My favorite is the card holder display for your wall. Genius idea!
Hi Jenna, beautiful tour!!! Your style is so very cool! Happy Holidays!!!