O h my, SO MUCH creativity in blogland. I’ve been touring everyone’s links and ideas this past week and it is just spectacular out there! You are all amazing.
If you missed it, here is the link to my own home tour and hundreds of others holiday homes & ideas…
I’d be completely jealous and depressed (ok, I am a little bit) except you are all so darn nice and humble about it. I just bask in your awesomeness. Seriously, how do you do it all?
These are just two of the photos I swooned over and the links to their Christmas ideas, there were hundreds more. Really. I’d share them all except all you have to do is look at the links on Fridays or any of the home tours around blogland to see exactly what I mean. FABULOUS. You will not be disappointed.
The thing that stands out to me even more than the beautiful ideas, though, is the heart of your Christmas homes. You know what matters most, and you are creating a home that is a beautiful place to live and create memories with your families, not just a beautiful room to look at.
You know what this season is all about. It is not a competition to have the most beautiful Christmas decorations. You have all shared generously, it is not easy to open up your homes, so thank you for inviting us in! You ALL win the prize for the most inspired, wonderful & most fabulous Christmas homes.
In case you didn’t know, once again it is Holiday Linky Friday! If you want to share more of your amazing homes or ideas or traditions or plans for the holidays this year, I’m opening up this post again for more fabulous holiday links!
And don’t forget to check out last weeks links for more home tours!
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I love that fireplace mantel. I wish I had some pretty pictures to share, but I’m in the middle of moving. Blech!
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thanks for all your wonderful ideas, and have a very Merry Christmas!
Sandy´s last blog ..Handmade tree skirt… it’s finished!
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I love looking at everyone’s holiday decorations. So inspiring and such good energy. Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Merry Kwanzaa, Happy Festivus…Whatever you celebrate I hope its joyful!
Michelle, Home Staging Pro´s last blog ..8 Tips to Stage your Bedroom with Feng Shui
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It has been fun to peak into other Christmas homes! There’s so much inspiration out there.
Thanks for hosting this on Friday’s-it’s been fun!
Gina´s last blog ..Christmas Peace
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That mantel is just gorgeous. It’s very inspiring. Can’t wait to check out the post.
LesleySW´s last blog ..See the White House in all its Christmas splendor
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Gosh just the two pics you’ve posted create enough curiosity in me t0 go exploring …wonderful!!
Gena´s last blog ..Gorgeous Tablesettings for Christmas: 7 Days to Christmas
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I LOVE Edie’s little girl’s bedroom make over!!
Angie´s last blog ..Do you Frou Frou?
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SO true about it not being a competition – we all just love sharing our homes, and in my case today, my Mum’s special recipe!
Thanks for providing us all with a place to connect.
janmary, n ireland´s last blog ..17th day of December – a festive recipe
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Melissa, Thank you for hosting and giving us all a place to be inspired! I have loved seeing all that so many of you have shared. It really does get the creative juices going. Thanks, Angela
Angela @ ImagineCozy´s last blog ..Green is Truly My Favorite!
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Thanks for hosting again Melissa! I never tire of seeing the creativity that’s spread around in Blogville.
cindy´s last blog ..Luciousness in giveaway form at Polly’s.
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I agree – SO much amazing creativity out there! I love seeing it. Thanks so much for hosting the party again today. Hope you have a fabulous weekend…
pk @ Room Remix´s last blog ..GIVEAWAY! – $80 Shopping Spree
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I really enjoy looking at everyone’s decorations…thanks for sharing!
Stephaine @ Geezees´s last blog ..canvas gifts are shipping out … I gotta get some sleep
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This is a virtual smorgasboard of Christmas decorating deliciousness. Thanks for being such a gracious host! Meredith xo.
Meredith´s last blog ..loving this week…
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Indeed, lots of gorgeous decor out there- and fun to get inspirations!
Emmie at Aspirations of a Southern Housewife´s last blog ..winners all around- Raw Art Letter Press!
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I just love your blog. Thanks for hosting Holiday Linky Friday:)
Amanda´s last blog ..Holi-Day Seventeen
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Those two photos could have come from a magazine, seriously!
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Melissa, thanks for stopping by my blog on the Christmas Tour of Homes. I’m enjoying the look and feel of your blog and will definitely come back for a visit. Merry Christmas!
mary bailey´s last blog ..My Tree
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Hi Melissa! How are you doing? Lovely pics! I love the way Donna at Funky Junk Interiors decorated her mantle. And the bed above is quite original! I just added my little Xmas House Tour; hope you like it. Thanks for being such a great inspiration in my life
Rocio @ Casa Haus´s last blog ..Christmas House Tour
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You are such a talented homemaker, designer and blogger!
You are not alone in your jealousy and depression, how can we not have at least a hint of it looking at all the talent in you links??
When I read your blog and see what you do, I ask myself the same question you ask to your linkers “how does she do it all?”
The main emotion it creates in me, though, is pride. I am proud, seeing so many women use their gifts and talents to create a beautiful home for their loved ones.
Amy Bowman´s last blog ..Gift Idea-Homemade Coloring Book
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Merry Christmas to you and your family Melissa~~~
You are such a blessing to so many creative blogger’s!!
Warmly,
Kay Ellen
kayellen´s last blog ..Knock Knock
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I LOVE that mantle, if only I had a mantle….a girl can dream!! Thanks for sharing! Enjoy your weekend!
Bethany´s last blog ..diy friday: wreaths
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hey melissa…i just made a link for ya.
thanks for always showing me such great stuff. i hope your family has an amazing christmas!! take care!
meg duerksen´s last blog ..craft week
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I bet the lighting from the funky junky mantle looks beautiful at night. I wish I had a mantle like that.
Melody @ Party Cupcake Ideas´s last blog ..Hello Cupcake People Cupcakes
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Another great list of links to such beautiful places.
I also popped in to see your home tour. I loved seeing all the little vignettes and your festive holiday decor. I like the all-white stockings. Just lovely.
Thanks for another great year of ideas. Hope you have a wonderful holiday!
Lisa @celebrate CREATIVITY´s last blog ..The Pleasure of Poinsettias
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I missed linking up this friday…just a little too much going on! But wanted to thank you for hosting. I love your blog and I love your beautiful words each week! Have a wonderful holiday celebrating our Saviour’s birth!! MJ
Mary Jean´s last blog ..A Snowy Weekend!
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Awwww, thanks Melissa! What a fun surprise! Hope you and yours have a very blessed Christmas.
lots of love,
edie
edie´s last blog ..Decking, Wrapping, and Christmas Card Woes
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I’ve been doing some Christmas home touring too. Many of the ladies are so talented. I love reading about the stories behind the decorations.
ps Please stop by my blog and leave a comment regarding “Do you still read the newspaper”?
Rona´s last blog ..VIPdesk Seeks 100 Home-Based Agents in Kentucky
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Since the next few days are going to be crazy I want to wish you all a early Merry Christmas.. thanks for letting me view your life and visiting mine.
Cathy
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I have to say that I have loved the home tours but more so because I didn’t decorate this year. We just moved from Florida to northern Kentucky 6 weeks ago and I could NOT even think of getting out a tree and decorations while I was still unpacking. I know that this Christmas will not feel like Christmas but we will be together as a family (my husband & son) enjoying a great meal and watching football. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season.
Melanie´s last blog ..This time last year…
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Merry Christmas to you Melissa!
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WOW. That stone fireplace is just gorgeous!! Dying over the adorable branch bedecked with ornaments!
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