Sunday, December 5, 2010

Christmas Treasures

Hey my friends!
Only 20 days until Christmas?
Wow! It's coming fast :)

Here are some more photos of my kitchen all dressed in Christmas decor.
Next week we will be having a little gingerbread baking party.


My mom started this tradition about 7 years ago with her grand kids.
The week before Christmas, we would gather to bake cookies
(and they would mysteriously run away...)
she always had surprise gingerbread goodies for us to take home,
like these mugs and plates.




So it's important to me to carry on the tradition, in honor of my mom :)


Here, I've displayed some special Christmas treasures made by my little ones.




It's an easy way to display those Christmas keepsakes
and decorate your house at the same time :)




We have all of our mugs and plates ready for hot chocolate and
yummy Christmas desserts.


The fresh rosemary smells so good!

Are you making memories and carrying on traditions this Christmas?

I am joining the Deck the Halls Party
and
Make It for Monday

Blessings,
Becky C

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21 comments:

  1. LoriDecember 5, 2010 at 7:59 PM

    So cheery and bright! Love all of it.

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  2. Dandelion and DaisyDecember 5, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    Thanks for visiting tonight and introducing me to your beautiful blog. Love the white and red cheerfulness of your kitchen, so homey and classy.

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  3. All That JazzDecember 5, 2010 at 9:34 PM

    So whimsical!! I love the candy cane striped candles....where did you find them?
    ~michelle~

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  4. Laura at Ms. Smartie PantsDecember 5, 2010 at 9:59 PM

    So pretty! I love traditional red and green and white for Christmas! One of these days I picture having a gingerbread kitchen year around for my grandkids! What a way to honor your mom!!!

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  5. Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on TopDecember 5, 2010 at 10:03 PM

    I am in love with the whimsy! Your kitchen is so pretty. I love how white and bright it is. The pops of Christmas color look beautiful in here. And I love that you are carrying on traditions. One tradition we're continuing this year is our advent calendar. It's so much fun.

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  6. DebDecember 5, 2010 at 10:41 PM

    Your home looks so beautiful and festive...I just love it! Love all your gingerbread goodies too! ~Deb~

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  7. Amy KinserDecember 5, 2010 at 10:45 PM

    I love all of the nostalgia going on in your kitchen. That's so much what it's about...memories.

    My oldest daughter is doing a baking day on Tuesday with my youngest and a couple of her homeschool friends. She has made a recipe book to send home with them as well as the goodies they make. They are all so excited. Have fun with your cooking day. Wish we could do it together. Wouldn't that be fun?

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  8. UnknownDecember 6, 2010 at 2:38 AM

    Your Christmas cups look great - very pretty!

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  9. It's meDecember 6, 2010 at 3:37 AM

    Nice all that christmas deco in your kitchen !!!....it looks fine !!....lovely week.....love Ria...

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  10. trash talkDecember 6, 2010 at 6:03 AM

    This is just how a kitchen should look at Christmas time...merry and bright!
    Debbie

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  11. ErinDecember 6, 2010 at 7:30 AM

    Gorgeous!!! I love how you displayed your mugs!!!

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  12. cindyDecember 6, 2010 at 9:18 AM

    I love Christmas traditions...and baking is prolly my favorite even though I'm a terrible cook :) Your kitchen looks festive and right out of a magazine shoot. Seriously.

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  13. KarenDecember 6, 2010 at 10:08 AM

    I have enjoyed looking! Something about those LA girls, I too "was" one! Your Christmas kitchen looks so pretty. Thanks for sharing.

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  14. TriciaDecember 6, 2010 at 10:48 AM

    What a fun tradition and your kitchen looks fabulous!
    Happy Monday.
    T

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  15. LaDecember 6, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    What a wonderful tradition to share. I think that's what I like most about the holidays, the family traditions. La

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  16. SandiDecember 6, 2010 at 12:34 PM

    What pretty decorations! Your house looks very festive for the holidays! I love that you carry on your family traditions also. Fun times!
    Blessings~

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  17. NikkiDecember 6, 2010 at 2:55 PM

    The rosemary is a wonderful touch--who says pine or mistletoe are the only holiday greens?! Thanks for the humble yet welcoming holiday decor!

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  18. UnknownDecember 6, 2010 at 5:09 PM

    The gingerbread pieces bring some colourful Christmas cheer to your kitchen. Great memories too, I'm sure. I also treasure the handmade and school-made gifts from our kids. Your treasures look lovely displayed so prominently.

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  19. AnonymousDecember 6, 2010 at 7:08 PM

    Just darling! I love the oven mitt that says that love is the secret ingredient ;o)

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  20. Honey at 2805December 8, 2010 at 4:21 PM

    Adorable with all the sweet elements. Nice kitchen!

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  21. AnonymousDecember 12, 2010 at 11:33 AM

    HI! I am a new follower! I just found your blog and I love the way you decorate with all the natural greenery and the rustic wood! Your home and decorations are beautiful!

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