Holiday Home Inspiration

Last week I went to a holiday lady's luncheon and was so inspired by how gorgeously decorated this home was for Christmas.

Right away, the porch greeted the guests with a winter chalet mood, complete with "snow."

Inside, there wasn't a single surface that didn't have some kind of greenery or Christmas decoration.

It's also the kind of Christmas decor that I love--natural! 

Nothing fake here, all the plants and flowers were real.

I was able to snap a few shots with my camera before all the guests arrived.

I asked the hostess how long it took her to decorate her home.

A whole week!

It made me want to go home and lavish my City flat with greenery, flowers and candles.

I especially loved her mantel.  

Aren't those stocking holders so cool with candles glowing behind?

I have to admit, I was so inspired that I did go home and create a holiday mantel.

Then I got a little tree to sit atop the piano and even put a little greenery around the ugly chandelier.

I promise to share!