just getting started...

I seem to have a little Christmas decor ADD going on at the moment. My desire to "deck the halls" versus my need for "less". My goal this Season is to Simplify. I'm going through boxes and tubs and I know that there will be many that will be left untouched. I'm just craving quiet, nature inspired, and peaceful. I know I'll have some fun things going on, but we probably will be traveling this next month for my husband's doctor visits, and I just don't want to have tons of decor to put away after Christmas. I want to keep things "winter" themed so there will be less to put away come the week after Christmas.

This year I found some wonderful silvery glittered garland and a small wreath, so this is my starting point in the Entry.

glittered nests, pinecones, and a few rusty jingle bells.

 I have a starting point.

 Now to see if I can keep my plan. 

Simplify.

 Hope you'll come by for 

The Marketplace

Joining in on these great parties:
Sunday Showcase at Under the Table and Dreaming
Met Monday at Between Naps On the Porch
Make it Pretty Monday at The Dedicated House
Tweak it Tuesday at Cozy Little House
Knick of Time

xoxo,

A trip to Tattered Treasures and an Etsy Sale

How are all of you holding up this day after Thanksgiving? Did you all leave the house to brave the craziness of the Mall, or did you just lay around on the sofa wearing "stretchy pants"? Well, my older daughter who is a certified shopper always loves to hit the sales. I'm afraid Ann Taylor and Banana Republic will have to restock tomorrow. I would have loved to start Christmas decorating today, but Hey, who would help her carry all those shopping bags?

On our last trip to St. Louis we stopped at one of my favorite shops, Tattered Treasures, in Lebanon, Missouri, and the owner Terry just happened to be in. I took some shop pics for you, her store is a shabby vintage paradise.

This lamp and shade are just gorgeous.

This great industrial vignette greets you at the door.

I found some great bread boards that I'll share soon.

And just wanted to let you know that I'm having a 20% Off Sale

in my Etsy Shop, The Petite Boutique

use code CGETSY 20

Hope you're having a wonderful Thanksgiving Weekend.

Out for sushi tonight!

xoxo,