Designer Secrets to Trimming the Tree

A partridge in a pear tree themed Christmas tree decorated with pears, orange pomanders, red velvet, and magnolia.

My best tips and tricks to decorate your Christmas tree for a festive, colorful designer look!   Gathered around the Christmas tree sipping hot cocoa watching that twinkle and feeling the warm glow of Christmas magic… That is what we all hope our Christmas tree helps inspire. It is the heart of Christmas decorating no…

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One Faux Evergreen Wreath Two Ways

Two ideas for dressing up a pretty evergreen wreath with pinecones.

Two ways to dress up a faux evergreen wreath for Christmas + a bow tying tutorial! One of my favorite parts of Christmas is decorating wreaths! I simply can’t have Christmas without making at least one. I owe this quirk to my mother and aunt who use to make fresh wreaths and garland every year…

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My Williamsburg Inspired Southern Christmas Decor

A classic Christmas look that brings comfort and joy inspired by Williamsburg style and perfect for Southern homes!

Dressed in comfort and joy! This Williamsburg inspired Southern Christmas decor features red velvet, magnolia, orange pomanders, and pine for a traditional look that is warm and sophisticated. 🎶 God rest you merry, gentlemen, let nothing you dismay; remember Christ, our Savior was born on Christmas Day to save us all from Satan’s pow’r when…

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A Frosted Pastel Christmas in the Den

Making spirits bright with this frosted pastel Christmas decor in Katherine's blue and white den.

Creating a cheery holiday look with this frosted pastel Christmas decor in our family den! The festive lights… The merry glow… The promise of evergreen… The cheery pastels… Let’s embrace joy this holiday season with the colors, decor, traditions, and festivities that bring amazement, warmth, and jolly good times! After all isn’t that what this…

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The Multifaceted Blue & White Christmas Tree

The multifaceted blue and white Christmas tree is a lovely backdrop to so many different colors and themes. Learn more on penderandpeony.com

Save money without sacrificing creativity by choosing a blue and white Christmas tree. This color scheme is versatile and festive and here’s why… The three photos above show the exact same blue and white Christmas tree decorated with the same blue and white ribbons; the same blue baubles; and the same frosted evergreen picks. The…

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Christmas in July: Garland Kits

Elegant Christmas Home in wintery blue and white

Do you love to decorate for Christmas, but ever feel like your decor falls flat or your DIYs never turn out right? Why not enjoy the DIY process and get a gorgeous designer look all at the same time? Don’t waste money on supplies you don’t need or time trying to design a look! Instead…let…

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Ginger Jars on a Summer Mantel

Summer mantel decorated with green and white floral temple jars, Rose Medallion temple jars, live bamboo greenery, and Staffordshire spaniels.

Style a charming summer mantel playing on classic decor with ginger jars, Staffordshire spaniels, and fresh greenery. Taking my cue from graniture sets of old, I mixed and matched temple and ginger jars in graduated sizes and pretty colors to decorate my summer mantel. The outer vintage Rose Medallion temple jars are a staple on…

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DIY Yellow Bell Easter Egg Tree

Yellow bell Easter egg tree in cabbageware tureen with speckled egg ornaments

Make your own yellow bell Easter egg tree in just a few easy steps! Put it on a sideboard or use as a centerpiece for whimsical Easter decor! Creating your own Easter egg tree is quick and easy. Use faux yellow bell and pussy willow branches for an added pop of color and texture. Plant…

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Pretty Decor for a Taste of Spring

Vintage decor for a taste of spring: white wire basket filled with faux snowdrops, porcelain bunnies, and painted easter eggs adorn this sideboard

Pretty vintage and antique decor to bring a happy little taste of spring to your living room! The temperature reached 70 degrees this week, and the sunny daffodils are popping — I’m simply longing for spring now! Creating little touches of the season in my living room makes me so happy. I feel like I’m…

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