It will be a relaxed Christmas in my household this year.
We usually celebrate with a family lunch, this year however we are opting to do an early dinner instead. We figure this way it gives us the day to enjoy the beach, sunny weather and relax - instead of being in the kitchen all morning prepping food, followed by a whole afternoon of eating!
Dinner will start around 4pm, we are all bringing a plate of cold food to share. It will be a combination of salads, cold ham and chicken and an array of desserts. My mother in laws pavlova is the one I am looking forward to. You can't beat a good pav can you?!
We set up the Christmas tree late November, even putting up some outdoor solar lights and decorating the house exterior. It is looking very festive! I opted this year for a non traditional Christmas tree - instead using my handmade driftwood tree once more, adorned with shells, twine and handmade clay tags.
Yesterday presents were wrapped and placed under the tree, its finally starting to feel alot like Christmas now!
Hubby joked to me that this Christmas corner is like a shrine of my handmade creations. I cannot help it if I love being creative!!
There is the handmade Christmas tree, the drfitwood mirror, hamptons whitewash side table and now as of last week the feather wreath that proudly hangs on the front door. I had to agree, I love handmade and being creative though!
ARE YOU ORGANISED FOR CHRISTMAS?
PRESENTS WRAPPED AND UNDER THE TREE, OR ARE YOU A LAST MINUTE SHOPPER AND WRAPPER?
WHAT DOES CHRISTMAS LOOK LIKE IN YOUR HOME?
I cannot believe it's only six more sleeps!
Where ever you are celebrating Christmas this year - I wish you and your families a wonderful day, full of love, joy and wonderful memories!
Enjoy the festivities,
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I love your decorations Ashlea they are gorgeous your husband jokes around about your creations like mine does I think they actually love it...have a merry Christmas my dear and a creative new year xx
ReplyDeleteYes they secretly love it - better than me buying all new stuff each year! :P You have a wonderful Christmas too with the family, sending lots of festive and cheery love xx
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DeleteAshlea your Christmas decorating is beautiful, love the coastal Christmas theme & that tree is amazing. Hope you & your family have a fabulous Christmas. 🎅🏻🎄❤️
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Julie - wishing you a wonderful Christmas too xx
DeleteSuper organised! I can't wait! Your home is always beautiful but decorations are the icing on top. :)
ReplyDeleteOh so sweet Karin! Hope you are all able to be together over Chrissie and enjoy some wonderful family time xx
DeleteJust gorgeous Ashlea! I lOVE your tree! Happy happy Christmas lovely xx
ReplyDeleteSounds pretty similar to ours - bring a plate, hang out and eat. Easy. I like it that way.
ReplyDeleteThere is no better way to do it! wishing you a wonderful Christmas x
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