Friday, November 27, 2009

Welcome to Christmas

Thanksgiving is over. The leftovers are in Tupperware and zip locs, the good china is back in place, and the relatives are packing up. It’s time for a trip to the attic! Let the decorating begin!n1177400599_30189498_1966475-1-1-1

My sweet little niece (in an earlier picture from the spring) has a passion for all things pink and spent the holiday with us. She gravitates toward pink like a bee to honey. While we were out shopping, she found a pink Christmas tree and I started thinking. Wouldn’t it be fun to let our “inner pink child” loose on Christmas decorations?! The front door might look like this.

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or this

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or this

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I love this one made with vintage tinsel and ornaments. The front door is our first opportunity to say “welcome to Christmas”. I’m already working on mine!

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I hope you will join me for Deck the Halls this Tuesday, December 1 and every Tuesday until January 5! I’ll be hosting a fun party to show off our decorations, those we’ve visited, or simply those that inspire us. The rules are relaxed—it’s a casual party :) I’ll be posting Mr. Linky on Monday night by 8:00 p.m. central time. I hope you will make plans to join the fun!

Join Beverly at How Sweet the Sound for more pink fun. Thank you Beverly!

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  1. Natasha in OzNovember 27, 2009 at 10:55 PM

    I love your pink decorations Susan. I would love to link up to your Deck the Halls party too! Thank you so much for the invitation.
    So glad you had a great Thanksgiving.
    Best wishes always, Natasha.

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  2. Confessions of a Plate AddictNovember 27, 2009 at 11:13 PM

    Hi Susan! I love the pinkness! Who doesn't need a pink Barbie and all the Christmas decor to match?? I'll be hooking up with you for Deck the Hallls! Happy weekend...hugs...Debbie

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  3. Country Wings in PhoenixNovember 28, 2009 at 2:38 AM

    Happy Pink Saturday Susan...
    I so love this post. The wreaths are just precious. Isn't it wonderful to be a child at heart? Nobody can do it better. Make us like a child again to open our eyes to what should be fun, and not a job, joyous and not painful, and fun not glum. I love it.

    Please stop by and say hi. I so love the company. Country hugs sweetie...Sherry

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  4. MaggieNovember 28, 2009 at 3:13 AM

    Love your pink wreaths, so Barbie!
    I'll be joining in the fun come Tuesday and have added your Christmas button to my blog to spread the word.
    Maggie

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  5. JeanetteNovember 28, 2009 at 4:58 AM

    I love the pink decorations, my niece has a longing for all things pink as well, I had to forward her this post!

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  6. AnonymousNovember 28, 2009 at 6:40 AM

    I know you will have a blast decorating for Christmas!! That's a precious photo of your niece with her Teddy Bear. I look forward to seeing all your hard work - have fun!

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  7. GingerNovember 28, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    Beautiful pinks to wake up to. Love the wreath.
    Stop by and visit me too.

    Ginger

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  8. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeNovember 28, 2009 at 7:48 AM

    Your little niece is precious and the wreaths are stunning. Trying to get a few things done for the party. See you then. Hugs, Marty

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  9. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)November 28, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    Hi Susan, your niece is adorable! The wreaths are simply stunning.. I'm hoping to be able to join in on the party..hugs ~lynne~

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  10. LisaNovember 28, 2009 at 8:38 AM

    Cute girly!! Love the wreath!!Lovely pinks!!
    Happy Pink Saturday!
    Hugs, Lisa

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  11. Linda @ A La CarteNovember 28, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    All things Pink...love it! I have a white tree I'm going to decorate with pink, once it's done I'll share. Can't wait to start decorating today!

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  12. DebNovember 28, 2009 at 9:13 AM

    Great Pink Saturday post Susan. The picture of your niece in her Barbie car with the pink glasses is adorable :-) & I love all the wreaths!

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  13. Miss Laura Lu/RMS4291960November 28, 2009 at 9:34 AM

    Hi Susan! I love the tinsel one with the angel! You've got to make one for your granddaughter! My china is still sitting on the dining room table waiting to get put up! I haven't quite started Christmas decorations yet...I've got laundry to do! but I hope to have something for you Tues.! I did stay up late last night decorating my blog for Christmas! Next weekend I'll be in San Antonio! Can't wait to take pics of the River Walk decorated for Christmas! It's my first time to be on a plane since before 9/11! And I've always wanted to go to San Antonio! That'll be a blog for sure! God Bless! Lauralu :)

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  14. Miss Laura Lu/RMS4291960November 28, 2009 at 9:36 AM

    Oops! I said granddaughter! (maybe I'm pyshic!)
    I meant your adorable neice! My bad! Lauralu :)

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  15. Mary BergfeldNovember 28, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    What wonderful pinks you chose to share with us today. I hope you had a great holiday and are enjoying Pink Saturday.

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  16. ShabbychicdivaNovember 28, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    I LOVE all of these. SOO beautiful!! Have a wonderful weekend. Winona

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  17. Draffin BearsNovember 28, 2009 at 4:25 PM

    Happy pink Saturday.

    Your niece is adorable and what a sweet photo.
    I love the pink wreaths, how pretty.

    I hope that you are having a wonderful weekend
    Hugs
    Carolyn

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  18. ClaudiaNovember 28, 2009 at 4:26 PM

    Love all the pinks - your niece is adorable! Happy Pink Saturday!

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  19. black eyed susans kitchenNovember 28, 2009 at 4:32 PM

    Wow! Over the top glam, glitz, and barbie too...she is just adorable.
    Susan

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  20. KathleenNovember 28, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    I think my mom, rest her soul, was ahead of her time. Totally traditional, she shocked us one year by buying a silver tree for the basement and she decorated it with PINK balls! We always got such a kick out of that.!!

    I have started to clear out the Fall decor..but I have to do a thorough cleaning of each room before I put up Christmas..a tradition!
    I'll be with you Tuesday!

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  21. Blondie's JournalNovember 28, 2009 at 6:10 PM

    These are beautiful images, Susan. Pink is such a pretty change from red...could the two possibly coordinate somehow???? Naw.

    I am excited about your event. Don't know if I will have anything the first time around, we'll see.

    Happy PS!!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  22. CharNovember 28, 2009 at 7:46 PM

    I can't wait to see all the goodies that come out of the attic, your post was a delight for the senses and certainly makes me wanting more, Happy Pink Saturday, Char

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  23. MollyeNovember 28, 2009 at 9:26 PM

    ooooooooooooh Wreath #1 for sure! Beautiful.

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  24. SueNovember 28, 2009 at 9:38 PM

    I love that first wreath! We are working on decking the halls around here!

    Sue

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  25. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsNovember 28, 2009 at 9:52 PM

    Your little neice is adorable and getting an early start on her pinkness! LOVE that first wreath of all the vintage ornies! Looking forward to the DTH party!!

    Happy PS!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  26. xinexNovember 29, 2009 at 12:22 AM

    Hi Susan, I am excited about this party. I will definitely join. I already have 3 Christmas trees up, 2 more to go. Your pink pictures are very inspirational and your niece is so cute!...Christine

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  27. AnonymousNovember 29, 2009 at 7:22 AM

    Cute..still making my Happy Pink Saturday rounds!

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  28. Pat@Back Porch MusingsNovember 29, 2009 at 5:32 PM

    I love the pink, Susan!

    I'm taking your button for my sidebar and will link my dining room post, Tuesday. Wonderful event!

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  29. L.Duncan@Home23DuncanBoysNovember 29, 2009 at 10:14 PM

    I'm in!!! oh and I love your black table...I'm inspired now!

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  30. Deb @ Confessions of an Ugly MomNovember 29, 2009 at 10:45 PM

    If only I had a girl ... I'm in love with #1. Can't imagine that translating so well with blue, trucks and nerf guns. Looking forward to your interpretation. Thank you for visiting.

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  31. RettabugNovember 30, 2009 at 4:29 AM

    What a cutie pie!! She is adorable & so is all that pinkalicious stuff you found!

    My little Caroline used to say "MY pink" & reach for anything that was pink....even the neighbor's flowers!! LOL She is such a girly-girl.

    I hope to be able to participate in your Deck the Halls later. Thanks for stopping by.

    fondly,
    Rett

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  32. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)November 30, 2009 at 8:38 AM

    Hi Susan, thanks for stopping by to see the "new" kitchen valance..lol. I always love when you pop in. I've got the post ready for tomorrows fun.. Cannot wait.. hugs ~lynne~

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  33. The Stylish HouseNovember 30, 2009 at 9:04 AM

    Hi Susan,
    I always dreamed of having a Barbie car, doesn't she have a great life, ha, ha! I'm looking forward to your Tuesday Holiday Parties, and will add your button to my sidebar.
    Cathy

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  34. Lois ChristensenNovember 30, 2009 at 9:49 AM

    I love the photo!!! The little girl looks adorable! And I love the pink ideas!! Love the first pink wreath! Beautiful. Love all your table settings! Would love to join your Deck the Hall theme. Not sure how much I'm doing with decorating with hubby leaving in a week. The tree is up but only lights are on. I'm trying to get more done today. Enjoy your day!!!

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  35. kanishkJanuary 4, 2010 at 9:13 AM

    I love your black table...I'm inspired now!

    buy wagyu

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