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December 19, 2012 By Shirley

A Bit of Retro Christmas Decor

In our family/media room…

…..an area that I place my vintage and antique items that I have had for years….

……….the items that I decided to keep when we moved.

I love using these items to embellish for Christmas…

This post will be very heaving on the pictures…I have much to share before Christmas!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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My collection of picnic baskets, Santas made of old quilts, “Welcome” blocks made by a friend many years ago.

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The stack of picnic baskets sit on top of my antique pie safe…
…..a Christmas present from hubby many, many years ago.

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There is a vintage Coca-Cola calendar (1973) that hangs on the door of the pie safe.

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A vintage Christmas tablecloth hangs on the door…
That day was so dreary…almost dark…difficult light to take pics in…

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Vintage Lance and Tom’s Peanut Jars with snowmen…a snowman hangs on the handle of the Dazey Churn.

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A very large “snowman” stocking hangs in front of the kitchenette cabinetry…

…..it is made from an old quilt.

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I made these felted wool Santas in our Crafty Chicks group several years ago…

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The tree…

…..contains many sentimental ornaments…and many are Hallmark.
………..Burlap ribbon used as garland.

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I had this Barbie and the case when I was a little girl…

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The tree skirt…a beautiful burlap skirt that I won from a giveaway (At the Picket Fence)…
…..from Sonya Hamilton Designs (Beyond the Screen Door)...it is beautiful!

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I placed it under the family room tree along with my vintage games…

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My hobby horse…another Christmas gift from long ago…

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My treasured angel…

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Another view of the tree…

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And here is the mantel..

…..I have to be careful decorating this mantel due to the TV….

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I used ribbon and florals and assorted picks to match the wreath and the upside down tree in the room.

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Ya gotta love “flying deer”…

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And the Santa riding the “moose”…
…..the moose is a gift friend my friend Linda..

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We were vacationing in the Grand Tetons (Jackson Hole, Wyoming)….

While the guys were driving…we are always on the lookout for “animals”…saw many..but no Moose.

…..on the very last day there..on our way home…there it was…We both shouted “MOOOOOSE”…

You would have thought we found the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow!!

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Now…just a few more pics…thanks for being very patient!…

…..these are a few from one of the bookcases…

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Another felted wool Santa that I made…beside a bee skep that I bought from Kristen…
…..still has the bee pollen on it!

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And my terra cotta Nativity Set…I so love this…

…..and do you recognize that “young thing” in the picture…??? ๐Ÿ™‚

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There is one more tree in that room that I will share later…my granddaughter’s tree…

Thanks for stopping by…I have lots more to share…

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Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: antique pie safe, burlap tree skirt, Christmas ornaments, Christmas Tree, Retro Christmas, vintage games, vintage picnic baskets, vintage quilt santas 23 Comments

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  1. Lady Delores LeBoeuf says

    December 19, 2012 at 4:51 am

    Retro is always an “in” thing for me……..your decor is lovely, thank you for sharing, bringing back memories in retro style always warms my heart…FELIZ NAVIDAD to you and yours…Love & Blessings

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  2. Barbara Bussey says

    December 19, 2012 at 6:08 am

    Gorgeous tree, young lady! Or should I say trees?! You must need a warehouse the size of a football stadium for all of these goodies!

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  3. Polly Hada says

    December 19, 2012 at 6:20 am

    Geez! Do you sleep? Your house looks gorgeous, but I just can’t imagine all the work. But you’re a natural at all the decorating – it shows. Would love to see how you organize and store all your MANY, MANY things. Just lovely.

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  4. Anne Boykin says

    December 19, 2012 at 9:29 am

    Your home looks fabulous! I especially love the mantel. Happy Holidays!

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  5. creativehomeexpressions says

    December 19, 2012 at 10:32 am

    You’ve got some great pieces, Shirley! Love the vintage Santa calendar and your angel is just beautiful.

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  6. Suzy @ Worthing Court says

    December 19, 2012 at 11:58 am

    I can just imagine how cozy your family room is with all of your Christmas memories, Shirley! You have some wonderful pieces. Love the Barbie! My very first Barbie, that I received way back in 1959, looked exactly like your ornament. Boy, what I wouldn’t give to still have her today.

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  7. amy@maison decor says

    December 19, 2012 at 12:21 pm

    What a great looking room for Christmas Cheer! I love all the old fashioned toys and the coke stuff! We saw a moose during the summer one year at Jackson Hole…we took the ski lift up to get a great view from the mountain and you could see moose down below..pretty cool!

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  8. Betsy says

    December 19, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    Stunning — just stunning (as always)!

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  9. Shenita says

    December 19, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    Shirley, you have taken retro to another level! Your vintage accents are wonderful! How your family must love your home during the holidays! Every room has been a feast for the eyes!

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  10. Jennifer says

    December 19, 2012 at 1:32 pm

    Just so beautiful! I love your mixture of vintage accents and how your decor fits your home decor. Your home is perfect for celebrating the holidays!

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  11. Becky Garrison says

    December 19, 2012 at 2:24 pm

    I collect quilts and love the Christmas items you have that are made from quilts

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  12. Rhonda says

    December 19, 2012 at 2:43 pm

    Everything is so lovely! Love how you tied everything together! And the flying deer and vintage games under the tree were great touches! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  13. Linda Miller says

    December 19, 2012 at 2:43 pm

    Experiencing a first and sharing the memory with your BFFs IS BETTER than finding the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! No question. Your family/media room is so warm and filled with tradition from Christmases past. That’s what makes it extra special. You can’t buy that in a store.

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  14. Betsy(@coastal-colors) says

    December 19, 2012 at 3:22 pm

    Shirley, this is great! I love your vintage items- the picnic baskets are adorable! I recognize the Barbie ornaments! Everything looks so festive! You have done an amazing job decorating!

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  15. Alycia Nichols says

    December 19, 2012 at 4:44 pm

    It sounds like you guys were excited to see a moose! I would have been running the opposite direction screaming, “MOOSE!!!!” in a very frightened voice!!!!!! I hear those things are HUGE! It would be kinda cool to see one in person, though…as long as it’s from a safe distance! I don’t need to be close enough to hear it breathe! ๐Ÿ™‚ You did an outstanding job with the mantel without blocking the TV view! LOVE the “flying” reindeer! Very clever! Your tree is heavenly!!! You really fluffed that bad boy out!!! Your vintage pieces are cool! I like the way you stacked the baskets and united them with that Christmas banner! I now wish I would have kept calendars from years past, especially those years with special meaning (son’s birth, etc.). What a cool thing to have! Gorgeous decor, Shirley!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  16. Martina says

    December 19, 2012 at 5:22 pm

    Shirley you have so many beautiful pieces!! Your home is full of Christmas cheer!

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  17. kristin says

    December 19, 2012 at 7:18 pm

    I love it, so fun!!!
    Merry Christmas, thank you for linking up.
    XO
    Kristin

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  18. Linda says

    December 19, 2012 at 10:39 pm

    Watch out, Shirley! I’ve been coveting the PB woody pillowcover and rug…I know where you live. ๐Ÿ™‚
    So cute with the little trucks!

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  19. Kim says

    December 19, 2012 at 10:55 pm

    You have some wonderful vintage pieces. Love that cute long stocking on the cabinets. Your tree is gorgeous and everything looks festive. I think you can stop now.

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  20. Pinky says

    December 19, 2012 at 11:07 pm

    I love all your vintage poieces, and I am guessing that I must be vintage now:):) How do you keep that flying deer on the mantle? I love him! Funny moose story too:) Your tree looks gorgeous! XO, Pinky

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  21. Cloches & Lavender says

    December 20, 2012 at 3:17 pm

    These are just stunning pictures Shirley. I love the deer hanging off the mantle, You are a talent I wil tell you that. Merry Christmas!!

    Cynthia

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  22. pstandley says

    December 22, 2012 at 4:25 am

    The tree, the baskets, the mantle, the nativity scene, the picture of you, all absolutely gorgeous. Astoundingly beautiful.

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  23. Stacey says

    February 2, 2013 at 8:56 pm

    Hi Shirley! It’s well past Christmas but I’m just looking back at this post. Everything was so pretty at your house. All of your old type toys and things are fun. Love your picnic baskets too.

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Hi I’m Shirley and I am here to share my love of classic interiors, french country style, my passion for flowers and making our home, The Hickory Cottage, a warm and hospitable home for family and friends.

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