We have a two story entry and at the bottom curl of the staircase this is where our tree goes every year.
We always use an artificial tree as it can be 80' on Christmas day so we can't have drying falling off needles! I hate that! :)
Here you see our tree looking from the foot of the stairs.
Another view.
I was so excited to use Deco Poly Mesh on my tree. I had seen how the mesh was used by Kristen at Kristen's Creations and Liz at Savvy Seasons. Oh, how inspiring these two young women are to me! :) So...I went to Michael's and bought some mesh and squished and twirled and wrapped. I don't know if I did it the right way, but it sure was fun and I like how it turned out. Also, I didn't even use all of my ornies! If you can see right at the top, I made these poffies, kinda like bows, all around the top. Kinda like a bouffant hair doo! :)
Then I made an explosion like I did last year. I learned how to do this from Kristen. By the way, this pretty lady decorates other folks homes for Christmas and she's fabulous. You must pop over to her blog to see some of her handiwork.
Sparkle sparkle. Twinkle twinkle. :) I love this stuff.
Here's a little peep at nighttime. I learned a new setting on my camera, Reba, for night snaps and look how the lights look like little stars.
Here's what I see from the chair I blog from in my den. I like my view and hope you do too.Hope you're all having fun pulling out your boxes and tubs of Christmas decorations. I can't wait to see all of your marvelous work! Continue to sparkle and twinkle! :)
I'm joining The Tablescaper for Seasonal Sundays,
Be a bunch of sweeties,
Shelia ;)
I'll leave you with a little Note Song~
O Christmas Tree
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging;
Not only green when summer's here,
But also when 'tis cold and drear.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy leaves are so unchanging!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can'st give me;
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can'st give me;
How often has the Christmas tree
Afforded me the greatest glee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Much pleasure thou can'st give me.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
From base to summit, gay and bright,
There's only splendor for the sight.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
Thy candles shine so brightly!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee!
Thou bidst us true and faithful be,
And trust in God unchangingly.
O Christmas Tree! O Christmas Tree!
How richly God has decked thee! !"
~ sung by me and my tree :)
What a gorgeous tree Sheila! I love how grand it looks in your entry way too. You did a great job working with that mesh. My mom and I just did a wreath together and it was fun!
ReplyDeleteWow! Your tree is gorgeous! You have accomplished the one thing I can never get right, cascading ribbon. Looks incredibly beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI can see a lot of love went into this creation. It looks beautiful. Hugs, Deb=^..^=x4
ReplyDeleteYour tree is totally amazing, absolutely gorgeous!!! I love the pouf and fireworks at the top, wow! But let's back up and tell you how much I gasped at your header, more than beautiful!!! I'm going over to visit your blog friends and see what I can learn!
ReplyDelete(You always do things that make me use too many exclamation points!)
Mary
what a grand tree Sheila... It's beautiful....
ReplyDeleteWow, you look really ready! We still go with a real tree. So that will be purchased this week and soak in a bucket of water outside for a couple days.
ReplyDeleteYour tree is absolutely beautiful! You did a great job using the mesh! I've been thinking about buying some for my trees.
ReplyDeleteSmiles,
Carol
Beautiful tree. What a wonderful job decorating with the mesh ribbon.
ReplyDeleteI must go take a look at your other pretties. I just found your blog!
We got our real 9ft tree yesterday. So I need to get the Thanskgiving stuff put away and start the christmas decorating.
ReplyDeleteNothing I love better than to have the tree all lit and the lights all off to sit and stare.
Your tree is just beautiful! The mesh you used makes it look like a professional did it. I would never know that this was your first time using it. I love a tree in the foyer too. I'm going to try mine in the foyer this year. Hope it fits! Ha!
ReplyDeleteabulous tree dear Shelia, you are so talented, even if you get ideas from others! The cascading ribbon is terrific and yeah, I hate the niddle falling all over the house with the natural ones! Your home looks beautiful and so festive with the grand tree. Thanks for sharing.
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Sheila, Your tree looks beautiful!! I love how you spiraled the mesh down the tree. I loved Liz's tree too...she knows how to work that mesh, but so do you!! Beautiful job!! Thank you for the credit...you are too sweet!
ReplyDeleteI'll be decorating and cleaning the rest of the day today for sure. I'm just glad I'm done with the tree and mantle, those are always the biggies. Have a wonderful day!! Kristen
Oh good, your tree is done..you can come help me with mine!! I have looked everywhere for burlap ribbon...all sold out. I was going to mix the burlap with lace....sounds pretty doesn't it? Well, it ain't happening...so back to the same tree...Tuesday!!
ReplyDeleteYour tree is gorgeous! I love the photo with the lights looking like little stars! My tree is never this glamorous but I try! I'm bringing up tubs from the basement today and letting my decorating begin! hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteYour tree is gorgeous! I love the photo with the lights looking like little stars! My tree is never this glamorous but I try! I'm bringing up tubs from the basement today and letting my decorating begin! hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteWOW....your tree is wonderful!!! Nice job with the mesh, what fun you had!!! Just beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteOlde Christmas Tree-how beautiful are your branches. looks wonderful, love your stairs. Richard from My Old Historic House.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorg!!!!! Ive been seeing that mesh everywhere...youve inspired me..hubs and i are doing our tree hopefully today..cant wait to share it with other too.
ReplyDeleteBe blessed
Lorena
Oh! It's just SO pretty, Shelia! You did a lovely job with the mesh. And the lights do look like stars! You really outdid yourself this year. I love your staircase, too. Your tree looks lovely there!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Jane
Absolutely gorgeous, Shelia. You did a wonderful job. The mesh is lovely.
ReplyDeleteSo, so pretty!
Barb ♥
It looks absolutely amazing Shelia! Your entryway is so gorgeous and the tree is just perfect there. Love all the poofs and the poly mesh! :-)
ReplyDeleteVanessa
Reba did herself proud with her night snaps...she could be in a magazine with this one. Love the tree and the mesh added so much with the poffies. Blessings Trish
ReplyDeleteStunning, Shelia! And, I LOVE your banister and chandelier - just a beautiful entry into your home. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteYour tree is stunning Sheila!!
ReplyDeleteShelia, your tree is just gorgeous! I love how you pouffed and twirled that mesh ribbon around the tree! I've never used that before but it looks fabulous done that way. I also love all your pretty ornaments on the tree too. Beautiful job! I'm hoping to replace our 25 year old tree next weekend so I will be late putting it up. :( Pamela
ReplyDeleteOh golly I love your tree Sheila!
ReplyDeleteIt sparkles and glows and truly is lovely!
Great Job friend!
Now I just need to find time to get mine up, with Addison I am still pondering how to keep her from taking it apart.
Hugs,
Cindy
Oh Sheila, your tree is gorgeous! Just beautiful. Folks must be so excited to enter your home!
ReplyDeleteI do love your view from your blogging place! Beautiful! We aren't decorating yet since my shoulder prohibits but some good friends are coming over to help in a few days. It won't be "full on" this year so I need to decide what makes the cut and what doesn't. That will be the hardest part!!! I think I might "mesh up" my outdoor wreaths this year!
ReplyDeleteIt looks truly lovely Sheila...Thank you for sharing your lovely tree with us.
ReplyDeleteBlessings Kelsie
Wow Shelia! Your tree is stunning!
ReplyDeleteI think it should be on the cover of a magazine! Very pretty. Love that ribbon.
hugs
Sissie
WOW your tree is stunning! I really like the mesh.
ReplyDeletePamela
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Hi L! I'm so glad you found my blog and hope you'll pop back in to see me sometimes.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Very, very pretty, Shelia! And what a perfect place for your tree.
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping in to see me, Deb!
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
shelia ;)
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ReplyDeleteyour tree looks amazing! what a lovely view when you enter your home.
ReplyDeletec x.
I LOVE reading your blog! Your tree is gorgeous...I'm gonna have to go get me some of that mesh. I also love your darling pillow on the sofa. I definately could make one of those...too cute!!
ReplyDeleteOh Sheila I'm in Christmas tree heaven! Your tree is gorgeous, so sparkly and festive, I LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteShelia,
ReplyDeleteYour Christmas Tree is breathtaking! I LOVE Christmas! My favorite holiday of the year! Thank you for sharing this lovely tree with us...the mesh is stunning! That explosion is marvelous!
Fondly,
Pat
Gorgeous and very elegant tree!
ReplyDeleteHappy Thanksgiving!
Hope to see you on my blog:)
Shelia, it really is looking a lot like Christmas at your house. The tree is fabulous, like you paid someone a fortune to come and sparkle it up but you did it with your tiny hands. I bet it makes you happy to walk by and see that glorious tree. Great job! --------Shannon
ReplyDeleteIt's fabulous, Sheila! The mesh looks great and I adore your topper! I got a big roll of mesh and am going to give it a try!
ReplyDeleteYour home and entry are gorgeous!
Your tree is absolutely gorgeous Sheila!! It is so elegant looking and that mesh is amazing! I have heard so many good things about it. I may have to give it a shot. Your pictures are beautiful and I especially love the one of your view from where you sit. It doesn't get any better than that!
ReplyDeleteGood for you! I've just gotten my turkeys in their boxes for another year. I'm holding out for a much needed new tree this year.
ReplyDeleteSo pretty, Shelia! I love the creative way you have used the ribbon. You also have a lovely collection of ornaments, with such pretty colours. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI love a tree in the foyer! What a gorgeous statement it makes! Just gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteMiss Bloomers
Your tree is very beautiful!!! I love it, Shelia, it looks so lovely from every angle. The mesh ribbon that you used is gorgeous, I haven't seen it used yet.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day. Hugs, Cindy
Your tree looks great! I love the mesh! Just Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteLacy
Your tree is just stunning! We have to wait to put ours up because we get a real one...yes it is fun vacuuming up needles for months...What a wonderful spot to put yours too. It must be so welcoming!
ReplyDelete-Shelley
What a lovely tree, Shelia. Just the right amount of decoration - very elegant. I probably won't get mine up for a week or so yet, an artificial one so no falling needles.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Diana
Oh wow, you are done already! It looks beautiful! I love your view! I bought some of that stuff to make a wreath, looked it up on you tube! I will have to go look at Kristen's, I always forget to go there. So is the tree baby proof? She is going to hear a lot of no no! :)
ReplyDeleteHope you had a good Tgiving!
Well, you sure are a quick study cause the tree looks FABULOUS!!! You did a GREAT job with the mesh! I am now hoping I have that setting on my camera, I want my lights to look like stars too:):) Love your entry and the view from your den. Happy decorating. I am having a "decorating marathon" here!!!! Plus decorating other peoples homes too. I YI YI:):) XO, Pinky
ReplyDeleteI LOVE your view Shelia!! What a gorgeous tree!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous tree! I love it! I'm your newest follower from the blog hop...if you get a chance, I'd love you to stop by my blog & maybe follow along too!
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Sheila,
ReplyDeleteYour Christmas tree is a show stopper. Your home is beautiful. Pat
Wow! I'm falling in love with your Christmas tree. How grand and beautiful!!! And your blog feels so Christmas because of the new header pic.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful tree and I do love the mesh. Looks just like beautiful ribbon. I must try using some of it this year.
ReplyDeletexo bj
Beautifully decorated and beautifully photographed, Shelia!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely gorgeous! Why don't you come on over and help me decorate my tree? Imagine what fun we could have - and I would have a tree full of fun memories!
ReplyDelete~Adrienne~
Shelia, I'm loving your tree! I'm thinking more and more, that I might use less of the old ornaments this year and have more trees! Your trees look lovely! Thanks for sharing your home and have a Merry Christmas, Helen
ReplyDeleteYour tree is beautiful, Shelia. I really like the red ribbon that surrounds it. And the way you bunched it up on top and added flare makes it so pretty. Yes, we have been decorating too. The girls just made wreaths, which turned out lovely. They can be so expensive, you know? I hope you have many special moments this Christmas season. I always love visiting with you.
ReplyDelete~Sheri at Red Rose Alley
Beautiful tree! I would be so delighted if you would link this post to http://www.projectpossessed.com/christmas-tree-inspiration-gallery/ :)
ReplyDeleteShelia, what a gorgeous tree! We put our tree in the foyer, as well. It works perfectly, as it is visible from the family room, dining room and living room. It really does create a grand entry! Thanks so much for sharing! Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteMiss Shelia your tree is breathtaking.... LOVED it and really love the night time photos. Tell me your secret on that!!!
ReplyDeleteLove & HUGS
Donna
That is gorgeous Sheila! Your tree is breathtaking and your home looks so festive and pretty.
ReplyDeleteI could look at that tree all day and night....
Best wishes,
Natasha.
BEAUTIFUL TREE! You did a wonderful job! Your home looks lovely.Thanks for sharing.Going to put mind up now!
ReplyDeleteHi Shelia *hugs*
ReplyDeleteGorgeous. You did a great job on that tree. It is lovely. I've never used that mesh but saw it also at Kristen's. She too does a beautiful job decorating trees and she really has inspired you.
You have the perfect spot for it too.
have a lovely evening
Judi
Dearest Shelia, She's GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful.
This Tree cheers up the atmosphere.
But to say finally on decorating the tree....oh Honey....you are waaaaaay ahead of the game!
God bless,
d
Sheila, it is magnificent! Really gorgeous. Macy's should be giving you a call. I'd love to have you share at our linky party.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Patti
So pretty, I wish I had hight ceilings like that! I like the ribbon you tried out this year! Laura
ReplyDeleteOh Shelia, it is breath taking. If you didn't do the mesh right, then you've started a new trend with the way you did use it. Your photographs are beautiful. I'm going to have to try some different settings on my camera. Also, your new holiday header is so festive. I can't believe you said "I got my tree up FINALLY"! You are way ahead of me. laurie
ReplyDeleteYour tree is absolutely beautiful, Shelia! You did a wonderful job adding the mesh ... looks perfect cascading down your tree! Love the nighttime shots, too!
ReplyDeleteSheila, you definitely did it right! I love the mesh and I especially love the explosion! I need one of those at the top of my tree. We got ours up too with a little incident, but not much got broken.
ReplyDeleteMy absolute favorite photo is the view from the den! What a sight to get to enjoy.
Hi Shelia! What a lovely tree, you did a fabulous job of squishing and curling and wrapping! I may have to try out this magical mesh as well!
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness your tree looks amazing!! Really it looks like right out of a magazine. You are so talented!!
ReplyDeleteHi Shelia,
ReplyDeleteWow, your tree is just gorgeous!! It's so cute that you gave "her" a bouffant hair doo. :) Your home is really lovely; I see that you play piano. We play at our house, too. Our son plays piano, trumpet, french horn, and drums.
Thanks so much for visiting my blog and for your kind comments. I'm your newest follower. Hope you have a great week!
Denise
That has to be one of the prettiest Christmas trees I've every seen!
ReplyDeleteCandy
Stunning Sheila, the tree is all wrapped up for the christmas season. I love your colors.
ReplyDeleteI'm on tree 10 now. I hope to get photos taken soon and post each and every one of them. LOL I love this season and so very thankful how blessed we are.
Oh my goodness, your tree is absolutely stunning. I think you worked your magic with the Deco Mesh and it shows. I love the red and gold, very elegant and fun. Your pictures look A M A Z I N G!! I love the Twinkle-Twinkle picture and the last one, too! I like your collection of ornaments and the tree topper is pretty and whimsical, love it! Thanks for sharing and thank you for mentioning me, you are too kind! *smile* Happy Decorating, sweet friend! xo ~Liz
ReplyDeleteP.S. Thank you for the sweet comments on my blog posts. I apologize for not responding sooner. I've been so busy and keep getting side-tracked. ;)
Your tree looks amazing ! Love your Christmas decor
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful tree!! I love what you did with the mesh! I know your entire home is lovely!
ReplyDeleteBy the way, I also LOVE your Christmas header! :-)
Lisa
Sheila, this is the bomb. The mesh, the ornies, and the position of this tree all make for a commanding sight. The night shot should be in a book! I do not even know what mesh is. I am now behind the curve...haha. hugs♥O
ReplyDeleteYour tree is just gorgeous, and I love that you put it in your entry way!
ReplyDeleteShelia, it looks absolutely beautiful. And, I want that pillow on your sofa. Please turn your head the other way while I put it under my sweater.
ReplyDeleteI've been sick with a terrible cold and cough. This is the third week, and I am slowly getting better. Now my sweet husband has it.
I hope you will join us every Pink Saturday during the holidays as we celebrate together.
Sheila!!
ReplyDeleteThe tree came out looking absolutely fantastic!!
I need to get me some of that mesh stuff!!
Hugs,
Debbie
Sheila, your tree is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI am also trying to learn how to work the mesh ribbon. You did a great job and that is sure the perfect place in the house to display it.
The tree is majestic!!! I hope that you'll send a photo to me for my upcoming post "Parade of Christmas Trees"!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous and delightful, my friend!
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I had to come back and look at your tree photos again! They are beautiful!How do you get such beautiful photos? Do you use a special lighting? JoAnn
ReplyDeleteI had to come back and look at your tree photos again! They are beautiful!How do you get such beautiful photos? Do you use a special lighting? JoAnn
ReplyDeleteWhat a Grand tree, in a Grand home, looking Grand for a Grand lady..
ReplyDeleteVery lovely..
Enjoy the time..
Your tree is so beautiful! I'm going to feature it next week:) Thanks for linking up!
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