and the {fun} begins...

So now with Thanksgiving over, I am tearing down my fall stuff and trying to plan for Christmas.

If you read my last post, you already know I got somewhat of a start on my shopping.  BUT decorating is always the next big endeavor.

I love making my house all festive and cozy for Christmas, but

I realized last year if I don't think about things before we get our tree, I'm moving and redoing for hours before I get it right.

So this year, I'm a plannin'....

Here's my inspiration....

{pottery barn}

I love this paper garland.  But at $12 for 5ft....I think not.

I have some cream colored ribbon that I'm thinking maybe I can make into this garland with some stamps.  We'll see...

I don't usually use a lot of stuff when I decorate for Christmas...usually just a lot of cedar branches and greens.

I like the "Little Women" look for Christmas. :)

I might try making some of these candles too for my mantle.

And I'm loving this centerpiece idea...maybe for my buffet??

I have such a busy week this week...

so besides getting my Christmas decorating started, I am:

• Planning a Christmas party for Common Mamas
• Overseeing Noah practice his piano 12hrs a day to get ready for his recital on Sunday
• Packaging up lots of stuff to send out from my shop
• Finish several custom orders
• Start a new unit on Inventors for school
• Do a little "Cyber Monday" shopping today :)

Well, the kids are almost done with their morning chores...and the school bell is ringing.  Better Go!

Have a great Monday, girlies!!

xo

{alicia}