Monday, December 21, 2009

A Very Merry Christmas Everyone!

 
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Hi everyone!  I have just a few more pictures to share with you. You might have seen a bit of my glitter village peeking out in my last photos.  Here’s  a better view.
glittervillage
silverroof Below is a  little house that I got at Big Lots back in October. It lights up  in various colors!
redlight snowman
My Christmas Silhouettes. The Nativity Silhouette is from Suzanne at Painter of the Past  (she’s a wonderful artist) and the plates I got last year at TJ Maxx (didn’t see them there this year).
silhouettes The mantel looks much better with the stockings hung! We’ve had these stockings since time began! Maxie our dog gets a stocking too. Savanna crocheted him a toy and I made him a toy out of felt and leftover squeekies from previous store bought toys.

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I’ll be back after Christmas.

May you all have a joyous and blessed Christmas!

MC

64 comments:

Melissa Miller said...

Gorgeous mantel and Christmas decor' Manuela! I just adore the precious little village and the sillouette is really lovely.

Thank you for displaying my blog button! You just made my day. Isn't Amber wonderful? Yes she did my design as well. I just love her work and she is a sweetheart too.

Merry Christmas! ~Melissa :)

Mary Ellen said...

Merry Christmas Manuela!

Mary Ellen

Anonymous said...

Gorgeous new Header Manuela! I love it!
Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas and hoping your New Year is filled with Peace, Good Health, Happiness, Prosperity and Craftiness :)

much love,
Laurie Anne xx

mizdarlin said...

I covet that mantel picture in the glittery frame, and your little glitter village is so reminiscent of my childhood...thanks for sharing.

Sheila said...

I love your silouhettes... just beautiful holiday decor.

Merry CHRISTmas!

Sheila

Ally's Corner said...

Your houses are so cute!!!

Have a great Christmas!!!

Ally

Stacey said...

Merry Christmas Manuela!

Did I already say that your new blog design is gorgeous?

Terri Steffes said...

Love the new blog design! It is so beautiful and a great way to start the new year!

I love the decorations and the village is lovely!

Merry Christmas!

Jennifer said...

Merry Christmas Manuella! Wishing you and your family a fabulous, fun-filled, and memorable Christmas!

xo, Jennifer

Glenda/MidSouth said...

Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Glenda

matty said...

So very beautiful!

Merry Christmas, Manuela!

Fondly,

Matty

matty said...

BTW!!! I LOVE THE NEW LOOK! It is so you!

M

Deanna Rabe - Creekside Cottage Blog said...

Merry Christmas, Manuela!

I pray that your and your family will be so blessed this year!

Beth said...

Merry Christmas Manuela! I pray God blesses you and your family in the coming year.

Stephanie @ La Dolce Vita said...

So very beautiful! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

Kathleen Grace said...

I just love your colorful, cheery mantel! I have decided to begin my own collection of glitter houses since I have fallen in love with them after seeing them everywhere. I have a few plain ones to glitter up myself when I get time. I dropped your earrings in the mail thismorning:>) Merry Christmas to you and all your family!

Nadine said...

Dear Manuela,

Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas!

Blessings!
~Nadine

Brenda@CoffeeTeaBooks said...

Merry Christmas! May you have a blessed time with your loved ones.

I love the background on your blog. It is so... YOU.

Mary Anne said...

It all looks wonderful! Hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas !

Mary Anne

Brenda Pruitt said...

It's just beautiful, like a movie scene, Manuela! And I love your new look too!
Brenda

Kim @ Starshine Chic said...

Love your glitter houses & the silhouettes. You always have everything decorated so fabulously. Have a very Merry Christmas!!!
Kim

Julie said...

Have a very Merry and blessed Christmas. Looking forward to following in 2010! :-)

Julie Harward said...

THOSE ARE SO VERY CUTE, LOVE THE RED LIGHT IN THAT ONE. LOOKS LIKE YOU'VE GOT THE STOCKINGS ALL HUNG...IN HOPES OF ST. NICK WILL SOON BE THERE! HAVE A VERY MERRY WEEK AND CHRISTMAS! Come say hi :D

Joy said...

So beautiful, as always! A very merry Christmas to you, too! Hope you have a restful holiday!

Heather said...

ooh the glitter village is so pretty! Hope you have a great Christmas!

Confessions of a Plate Addict said...

Hi Manuela! Your home is so pretty all dressed up for Christmas! Yes, we have kitty stockings here at my house! They are so spoiled they don't know Christmas from the rest of the year! lol And you know I LOVE your new blog dress...perfect!! A very Merry Christmas to you and your family! Enjoy your holiday!...hugs...Debbie

Darlene said...

It is all so beautiful. I hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas.♥

Sarah said...

Manuela, your home is beautiful as usual. So much fun to see it in it's Christmas best though. Your little village and the sillouettes are dear.
Happy Holidays to you and your family! ~ Sarah

Salmagundi said...

A joyous Christmas to you, too. Sally

Anonymous said...

I love your little glitter village! Did you make those!??? they are precious!

Merry Christmas Manuela!

BLESSINGS
MARY

Mrs. Kelley Dibble said...

Man WELLa! Loved the photos, sis. Even Maxie's got a stocking. The precious angel. Thanks for inviting me into your home this year.

I'm writing from the Honolulu airport, dear. Headed home to move #19, back into the little Dutchgirl, our 24-foot RV that we tow with Vanna White, the Ford Clubwagon. We have to drive our little home on wheels from Tucson to Connecticut by January 19. GIRL! I have to keep reminding myself: It's a miracle we're here. It's a miracle we're here.

*sigh* But you know what I'm soooo thankful for? The little Dutchgirl. There's no place like HOME... and the pleasures of home-making, wherever you live!

Mele kalikimaka!

Jen @ tatertotsandjello.com said...

Merry merry Christmas. Your house is just so yummy! I love that little Christmas village. I hope to make one next year. They are so adorable!

Have a great time with your family!

XOOX
Jen

Sweet Bee Cottage said...

Pretty little village! Lovely new blog header! Great mantle! So many pretties to look at!

Merry Christmas!
Janelle

Shilo said...

Merry Christmas to you too, Manuela! Hope it is very special!
Hugs from Paraguay!
Shilo

Gracie said...

Have a peaceful Christmas wih your family, you too!

Miss Janice said...

I love your glitter village! I have a huge collection of Dept. 56 houses and just didn't have a spot for them in my new house. Your stockings are very cute and I love the silhouettes (sp?). Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Andrea @ Big Creek Cottage said...

Manuela...Have the merriest of Christmas' and a happy and healthy new year! Andrea:)

Sarah @ Hennessey House said...

oh my goodness, how i love that round metal sweetness above your mantle. and i LOOVE the silver candlesticks from your last post, too! :)

Unknown said...

Manuela, your pics are stunning. I just finished a bunny painting in shades of pink - my take on toile for a nursery - will post later today.
Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day. Happy Holidays!

My Cozy Cubby said...

How cute! Love the little white button tree!

I need a mirror like yours for my home!!! Have a joyous Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Pamela

Tracey McBride ~ Frugal Luxuries® said...

I love your new banner Manuela!! It's so pretty and describes you perfectly. I also have to say your little village is amazing...love the mercury glass too. Sooo charming and pretty...wish we lived closer!! ;)

Here's wishing you and your lucky family a blessed, happy, prosperous and peace filled Christmas and New Year!

Warmly,
Tracey
x0x

Gumbo Lily said...

Beautiful, all of it! You make a fine nest!

Jody

Kim said...

I hope that you & your family have a Very Merry Christmas!

Suzann said...

Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

Suzann said...

Merry Christmas to you and yours!!

Linda@Coastal Charm said...

Everything is soooo pretty...thanks for sharing it with all of us! Merry Christmas to you and your family!

Blessings,
Linda

Dreams and Decor said...

I love your Christmas decorations! That nativity silhouette is so sweet! Hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas! Patti

Auntie Cake said...

Your home is decorated so beautifully for Christmas. Hope you and your family have a joyous day!
Kate

Mimi Sue said...

Lovely, as usual. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Mimi

Free Art Printables said...

Merry Christmas to you too Manuela! I hope you enjoy your holiday!

Mrs B said...

Merry Christmas :)

Pat @ Mille Fiori Favoriti said...

Those little glitter houses remind me of ones my Mother had when I was a child! So pretty!

Again..Merry Christmas and a happy 2010!

Sharon said...

Dear Manuela,

Wishing you and yours a very merry and Blessed Christmas!

~Sharon

mzzterry said...

Just dropped by to WISH YOU A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS**~~**~~ THANK YOU FOR BEING MY BLOGGY FRIEND~~**~~**

Betsy Brock said...

Have a wonderful Christmas with your family! Your home looks beautiful.

M.L. @ The House of Whimsy said...

Ohhh, I remember your glitter houses from last year. I was so inspired by yours and others around blogland. I was very lucky to get a bunch of pastel bottle trees on clearance after Easter this year at TJMaxx. I have loved putting my Village together.
Have a wonderful Christmas.
M.L.

Marla said...

Manuela, YOur home looks so cheery, I love your little glittery houses. Where did you get them? I love all your ideas and your lovely home. Have a Blessed Christmas, Marla

Auntie sezzzzzz... said...

Beautiful photos!

A Very Happy Christmas to you and to yours!

Aunt Amelia

Susie Q said...

Everything looks so beautiful Manuela! Your home is such a joy to see...
I will be thinking about you and am sending you and your precious family lots of wishes for a sweet day...

Merry Christmas dear friend...
Love,
Sue

Christina said...

Manuela--A very merry Christmas to you too!

Suzanne said...

Hi Manuela~
You "redecorated" your blog! Love it!
I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas filled with many blessings. Merry Christmas!

PCovi said...

Merry Christmas Manuela!!!

I saw that lighted house at Big Lots and resisted but (probably shouldn't have LOL :)

Unknown said...

Merry Christmas Manuela.
I am just sneaking around the blogs while hubby is making breakfast. A once a year treat. I just love your glistening village especially since there are so many Churches. Your home always looks so gorgeous! Happy New Year and a Wonderful Christmas Day to you. Meg

Melanie said...

I love the mantel with all the Christmas trees on it. It just beautiful and fun.

Hope you have a great Christmas.

Melanie