Sunday, December 18, 2011

Decked

The Villa Sibi is decked out for the holidays, a move prompted by our local newspaper, West Windsor & Plainsboro News. The Editor asked me to decorate one of my houses and also participate in an interview about my hobby. The article just came out, so I now can share some pictures of my own of the house. I referred to my preparation in this post and decided not to add snow. I did, however, add some lights, a tree, and a fireplace (at first for the Villa Sibi!), along with some foresty greens and browns and silver and gold accents. And some red, of course.

Enjoy and happy holidays!














Credits: Main house and patio: Couch is minimodernistas; pillows are handmade by The Shopping Sherpa; chair and "live edge" bench on patio is by Logan of OneFortyThree; fireplace is from a swap with Oese, revamped by me a few years ago; mini trees are Lemax with bases from Lemon Cadet; boomerang table is by Paris Renfroe; round rug, arc lamp, chrome table and chairs are all eBay finds; hanging lamp is vintage German; Christmas tree is from Manor House Miniatures; angel tree topper is from JaZams, as are the Christmas lights (necklaces by Carolyn Forsman); presents are AG Minis; flooring and wallpaper are from the Paper Source; patio table is vintage Brio; white igloo chairs on roof are ornaments from CB2; reindeer and green rug are by Fran Made Minis; small side table is Re-ment. Accessories are AG Minis, ELF Miniatures, eBay finds, and from J at work. "Funk" Room: Stereo, speakers, and plant are all eBay finds; couch and chair are vintage Lundby; hanging snowflake is by Maryann Roy; red lights are a necklace by Carolyn Forsman; accent wall is paper from Michaels.

The time it took me: 1-1/2 hours over a few different days (a lot of changing and rearranging).

17 comments:

  1. I Just Love it, it is so COOL!

    Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to You!

    Hugs
    Kikka

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  2. How lovely to see your whole family - I'm sure you are so proud!

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  3. Love the fireplace. It's the perfect balance of contemporary and traditional. Makes it feel so cozy and filled with memories. The article in the news paper was so nice. I don't know how you find the time with a young family and a full time job, but don't stop. I'm hooked. Can't wait to see the stairway for the Rad Pad.

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  4. Ohh Festive! Happy Holidays to you and your family, lady!

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  5. Hola, Kikka! Thanks, and happy holidays to you as well!!

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  6. Hi, annina!! Everyone was a really good sport about having their picture taken. I think they had fun with it in the end ;)

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  7. Thanks, Karen! Glad you like the fireplace. I haven't used it in quite some time and really wanted to make it work. I am a crazed person with my schedule, and could not do it without my family's love and support. :) I am strategizing on the stairs...I really want to make something work!

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  8. Hey, MC! Thanks, and best to you and yours too!

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  9. Hi, Chynadoll! The tree was on clearance last year and I'm glad I finally put it to use!!

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  10. I must have looked at these photos at least half-a-dozen times -- and every time I see something I hadn't noticed before. It's amazing how much there is to see in a spare space! FYI, I have an idea for your staircase; e-mail me if I can help.

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  11. I allways love to look at your blog with all fantastic things.

    "Merry Christmas" and a "Happy New Year"

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  12. Thanks, Fran! It's neat that you see new things each time...I aim to do that in all my scenes :) I'd love to hear some wisdom on the stairs. I'll email you.

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  13. Hi, otterine! A big compliment coming from you ;)

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  14. Thanks, Lilsdolls! I hope you have a nice holiday!

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  15. Me ha encantado!! ¡Feliz Año Nuevo 2012!! Un beso

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