Monday, December 16, 2019

*My Holiday Home*


I didn't really plan to have a home tour of any kind this year.


I've simplified my decorating to take advantage of the nice weather to GET OUTSIDE more!


But one day I invited my friend over to see the dolls and jewelry trees so I decided it was the perfect time to take a few photos. Remember....I invited a friend over. And since I know you are ALL friends, I'm sure you won't point out that a flannel shirt is laying over the back of a chair or mention the things you see that are 'out of place'. 


Living Room


The Lanai


The Kitchen


The Bedroom

Thanks for stopping by! 
(I'll save some dollies for another day.)


 Care for a cup of coffee before you go? It's GOOD!!!


*Happy Holidays*

I'm joining Angie for Mosaic Monday HERE 
and Common Ground HERE.


44 comments:

Arlene G said...

I am so glad I was invited to tour your lovely home Diane!!

David M. Gascoigne, said...

I could wager one shirt and raise you a couple more perhaps!

Sandy said...

Thanks for the tour. I never ever seem to get it all picked up:) Everything is just lovely.

Linda said...

I think this is the first time I've seen your home! Beautiful!
Love the jewelry trees!! My Sister Deanie made one last year....

MadSnapper said...

LOVE the jewelry tree and would love a cup of coffee. your home is lovely and you are ready for the holiday, even on your lanai. I see nothing out of place.

Julie's Creative Lifestyle said...

You decorated your home so nice Diane and nothing looks out of place. It's great that you are enjoying the weather in FL. Have a nice week.

Jenn Jilks said...

Lots of fun! Very pretty.

Karen thisoldhouse2.com said...

Lovely, as always! And I'll see your flannel shirt, and raise you muddy dog prints down the side door hallway from three little dogs, crumbs on the counter from this morning's toast and two pairs of muddy muck boots at the door. Oh.. and a load of wet laundry from yesterday that needs rewashing because ugh, that lovely mold smell.

A Bit of the Blarney said...

Lovely decorated! Wishing you a wonderful holiday and Merry Christmas!

Kim said...

I love how you use jewelry as Christmas ornaments. Very cool idea. Love that old German barometer house. And that coffee is so good! The decaf version is equally rich. So many lovely Christmas decorations! Thanks for the tour, Diane!

ann said...

Looks like we are the same page: a Starbuck's selection in a cardinal cup. Your home looks lovely, warm, and inviting for the season. Merry Holidays, Diane.

Lorrie said...

Looks festive and welcoming! Can I have a cup of tea in place of coffee? Merry Christmas, Diane.

Ann said...

Everything looks wonderful and I didn't notice a single thing out of place. I would love a cup of that coffee too.

Joyful said...

Love your Christmas touches. Merry Christmas to you!

Sharon Wagner said...

It looks like your decorations are complete. Very cute.

Lowcarb team member said...

Your home looks lovely, and I love your cup by the Caffe Verona :)
Wishing you a lovely week ahead.

All the best Jan

It's me said...

Beautiful ....merry x mas darling.....love Ria 🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄

Happy@Home said...

Thoroughly enjoyed your holiday home tour, Diane. Everything looks so festive and pretty. I really love the tree in your bedroom.

happyone said...

Your home looks festive and ready for Christmas.

Red Rose Alley said...

Thanks for sharing bits of your home, Diane. I especially like the kitchen and your bedroom. I loved to see the splashes of red in your kitchen. That little house is so cute, and I love those three little angels in red. The jewelry tree is pretty. Your home is all decked out for the season and looks so nice. : )

~Sheri

Red Rose Alley said...

Oh Yes, pour me a cup of coffee before I go. ; ) Love that red cardinal cup.
It's the perfect size and shape.

~Sheri

Sallie (FullTime-Life) said...

Oh thanks for the great tour...your home is so warm and cozy, I love it. I didn’t notice a single thing out of place. Thanks for helping me to get into the Christmas Spirit...because of our travel schedule, I have a little trouble getting there. ... and may I take a rain check on the cup of coffee until tomorrow morning?

Pamela M. Steiner said...

Your home looks warm and cozy and happy. I love it. I would LOVE to see your dolls some time. I have a few dolls, although I am trying to simplify what I have displayed since we moved into a smaller house, and therefore some of my dollies are still packed away. I may just bring out a few at a time for a while and then exchange them for others. I hope you have a very merry Christmas and the happiest of New Years!

Terri D said...

You have a lovely home and I enjoyed seeing your decorations. Yes, of course, I will join you for a cup of that coffee!!

Linda said...

Thank you for inviting us over! Happy Christmas!

Su-sieee! Mac said...

I couldn't find the flannel shirt. What "out of place" are you talking about? I love that your living room is full of books. I don't see that much anymore. Your whole house is comfy cozy. Thank you for the tour. :-)

Angie said...

Diane - how nice of you to invite your friend(s) into your home! I wouldn't dare criticize anything - it all looks neat as a pin. The header with the little mittens is adorable! Thanks for linking to Mosaic Monday!

Edna B said...

First, I love your new blog heading. You have a really beautiful home. I loved all the photos and the tour. And thank you for the cup of coffee, I enjoy a cup in the morning. You have a wonderful day, hugs, Edna B.

BeachGypsy said...

I loved this tour my friend! Felt like I was a regular girlfriend stopping by for a cup of coffee and a visit in your pretty lanai!! Your home is very nice and pretty and I love your decorations. Especially those jewelry trees....so neat, so unique! Having a rainy day here....maybe not walking this evening, ha ha ha ha LOL--we do sometimes walk in the rain tho, just depends on how cold it is. Hope your week is going great so far!

Anonymous said...

Hi Diane! Oh thank you for inviting me in to see your lovely home all Christmased up!
Hope you're doing well and I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Jeanie said...

I love your happy new banner. And that snowman of yours is adorable. I like everything here, Diane. Even the flannel shirt! The ewelry trees are especially interesting because they are so different.. Very clever!

stardust said...

Thank you for this invitation to your sweet home. I smiled to imagine how you enjoyed yourself decorating the rooms with Christmas items. All is perfectly lovely. Wish you and your family a fabulous Christmas.

Yoko

Small City Scenes said...

Beautiful beautiful---and I saw nothing out of place
MB

Carol @Comfort Spring Station said...

I love your jewelry tree. Where did you find such a little tree?

EL RINCON DE CHELO said...

Preciosa decoración navideña!!!

Creations By Cindy said...

Such sweet decor. Merry Christmas to you dear lady. Hugs and blessings, Cindy

Buttercup said...

Thanks! I'd love a cup of coffee. Pep and friends are so happy you stopped by to visit.

Carla from The River said...

Merry Christmas my friend.
Thank you for the tour. It was fun.

Debbie said...

everything looks so festive and beautiful!! i never saw the shirt...or anything out of place!!

Kenneth Cole Schneider said...

Thank you for hosting such a nice tour of your home!

doodles n daydreams said...

Lovely, simple decorating.
Diana

Vee said...

Darling! Now where is this flannel shirt? I can't imagine that a flannel shirt is necessary in Florida. I really want proof. ☺

handmade by amalia said...

Your home looks so pretty and welcoming, Diane. Merry Christmas!
Amalia
xo

Terra said...

Yes thank you, I will have a cup of coffee with you. My favorite decor in your home is the jewelry tree, so creative, and all the red and green throughout your home.