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Foyer Christmas Magic

December 8, 2008 By Rhoda 72 Comments

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Foyer tables are the perfect place to decorate for the seasons and Christmas is my favorite time of the year to adorn this spot with sparkle and cheer. I found a few things on clearance after Christmas last year and it was a lot of fun discovering them again. The Joyful Tidings glittered letters were found, I think at Kohls. And this year I decided to continue with the limey green with white and a little red thrown in the mix too on the foyer table. Those large sparkly red and green balls were clearance finds last year too. I sprayed a few of my pinecones white and they mix right in too. Some old berry garland that I’ve had a long time from a yardsale adds a lot of pop. I love to highlight a few special ornaments here and there and you can see a little mirrored treasure chest in the birdbath. This is the same white iron birdbath that I scored this summer at a yardsale.

And I decided since I wanted to use my lime green small acorn ornaments here, I’d just make myself a white tree. Picked up a few old limbs outside and painted them white. I anchored them in the urn with seashells. Sticks can have a whole new look with a coat of white paint!

A few special ornaments are grouped here and I love to use fresh greens snipped and added to bowls and baubles. You know that most Christmas tree lots will give you all the extra branches that they’ve lopped off, right? I just go and load up my trunk and have plenty for the mantel and around the house. They do smell good, but not quite as strong as a real tree. I have a fake tree, but the real greens help a little. Just snip and tuck!

Found those green glittered hummingbirds last year too from Homegoods.

The new hurricane lantern (from Linden Street) takes center stage on the foyer table this year. Have you seen these cool battery operated candles? I started seeing them a couple of years ago and finally got myself a set of 3. They are a little pricey, but I used coupons from Michaels for 40 or 50% off and that helps a lot. I love these things! They flicker just like the real thing and I love that this hurricane is big enough to hold 3 of them. Add a little fake snow and some pretty balls and that’s all you need.

Two more special ornaments that have been with me for years are hanging on the tree. Love this pretty little fairy.

And flying Santa is perfect for the white tree. I move them around from year to year.

A white iron urn (from a yardsale of course) holds some lime green reindeer moss and my little white bird from the diningroom shelf. It’s always fun to move things around the house and use ordinary things at Christmas to make them extraordinarily beautiful for the season. One little thing I picked up from Mary Carol Garrity’s Christmas book is that any ornaments that you lay around in a bowl or on a table, tie a little bit of ribbon to it to give it an extra special look.

I tried out my little video on my camera again to give you an up close look at the foyer table, so check it out! If you like it, I’ll have to do more videos. I can only do about 35 seconds at a time since that’s all my memory card will hold. Merry Christmas from our house to yours. Hope you enjoyed more of the tour this Christmas. There’s still more to come!

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  1. Suzann @ Lavender and Roses says

    December 9, 2008 at 11:20 am

    Oh my, such delightful decorations!

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  2. Reynie says

    December 9, 2008 at 2:50 pm

    I love all the pretty shades of green and red against the texture of the white pinecones and trees. It looks so inviting and fun! Very cheerful! Another great project!

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  3. vintagewindow says

    December 9, 2008 at 6:03 pm

    Hello, This is my first time visiting your blog. I love all of the creative pictures you’ve post of your Home, Holidays and Life. I’ll definitely be back to visit often.

    Your holiday decor is beautiful. I love the color scheme.

    Also a fan of a SEC team ..ahem..(UT VOLS). I was happy to see both Bama and Florida representing our conference and for both to end up in the top 5. saaaweeeet!!

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  4. Mary says

    December 9, 2008 at 6:51 pm

    First of all, Happy belated birthday, dear Rhoda! I’m glad you had such a special day. 🙂

    I LOVE your foyer table — so beautiful, and so many lovely things to look at. And the video — the best thing about it was hearing your sweet southern accent!
    xoxo,
    Mary

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  5. Scooterblu's Whimsy~Rhonda says

    December 9, 2008 at 7:00 pm

    Hi Rhoda, Beautiful vignette! Love the acorn ornaments! ~Rhonda 🙂

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  6. beth at aunties says

    December 9, 2008 at 7:29 pm

    Rhoda,
    Your fayer table looks fabulous and I LOVED putting your voice and southern accent to the wonderful and creative lady I have come to respect and enjoy.
    I really liked the color combinations fo lime, red and white. The flickering candles gives to a rich welcome to your guests.
    Your home is so pleasant to visit!
    Oh, it looks like it is your birthday, I hope it is/was a wonderful one. Enjoy a great week.
    Beth~♥

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  7. Blondie's Journal says

    December 9, 2008 at 11:33 pm

    Just came upon your blog and was so excited to see all your photos and ideas. You not only have great luck shopping yard sales, but you manage to find things I overlook at Kohls etc., and then create beautiful displays. I have several sofa tables throughout my home and you gave me new ideas. I will visit often!!
    Janet

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  8. Sandi McBride says

    December 10, 2008 at 8:49 pm

    Rhoda darlin’ you have enough pretties for three households, so how’s about holding an auction? We’ll start with that village…I’m sure you have a house or so that you’d part with, lol! Lovely things…makes me feel all eggnoggy inside! Cheers!
    hugs
    Sandi

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  9. southernbell says

    December 10, 2008 at 11:47 pm

    SMILES RHODA YOU ARE A GIFTED LADY . MY DAUGHTER [MONKEY GIGGLES] TOLD ME ABOUT YOU .I AM NEW WITH ALL THIS . I REALLY ENJOY ALL YOUR IDEAS . I WILL VISIT OFTEN THANK YOU FOR YOUR IDEAS .

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  10. KarenB says

    December 11, 2008 at 1:15 am

    I just KNEW I’d love your Christmas decorating. I can’t wait to see more. It looks fabulous. I’ll have to get prepared for your Mr. Linky. I’d love to join in.

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  11. ksarra says

    December 11, 2008 at 11:08 am

    Hope you had a Happy Birthday!!! Love your Christmas decorating style, and the lime green accents are soooo exciting!

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  12. Cote de Texas says

    December 13, 2008 at 7:24 pm

    One comment for all your posts on your holiday decorating: beautiful!!! My favorite is the Christmas Village – I don’t know why – I just love that one!!!!

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Thanks for stopping by! I'm Rhoda, from Atlanta, GA and I love decorating and DIY projects. Decorating a home doesn't have to cost a fortune and I've spent years thrifting at antiques markets and yard sales, finding those treasures that make a home unique. I'm here to inspire and encourage other women to find their own inner creativity. Won't you join me?

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