Hey there my beautiful friends! No I don’t actually celebrate or redecorate my home for Christmas in July but when our host Rachel at The Ponds Farmhouse asks if I’d like to hop with 13 amazing bloggers, I jump at the chance! And even though it’s 100 degrees outside and I’m dreaming of snow and colder weather looking back at these photos gets me all excited. So in honor of Christmas in July, here are 5 of my all time favorite Christmas decorating projects!
If you want to see each post, click on the title under each photo. It will take you right to the project.
5 of My All Time Favorite Christmas Decorating Projects
If you’ve hopped over from Simply 2 Moms blog, welcome! I hope you enjoy your time here and find a new idea!
A few years ago when I started this blog, I was asked to be in a Christmas Tour Hop. Sadly, some of those bloggers are no longer blogging but each time I think back on the tour, I smile and remember the feeling I got from sitting on the porch that winter. It was our first holiday there and I spend a lot of time all snuggled up in the rocking chair looking out at the pastures and thanking the Lord for his gifts.
A FARMHOUSE CHRISTMAS TOUR
There’s a lot to see in that post so you might want to grab a coffee or a sweet tea this time of year and get comfy. Besides the porch, I share the living room and dining room which includes our fun little snack station. We all need one of those at Christmas time, right?! It was back when only a few things had been done to the house. Four years later, it’s gotten better.
A REPURPOSED FARMHOUSE STYLE WREATH
Next is a repurposed farmhouse Christmas Wreath. It’s nothing fancy but it fits our lifestyle out in the country quite well. When I shared the DIY for the wreath. I used an old piece from a broken planter. A wonderful reader told me it wasn’t a planter but actually an old sewing box! People used to put their yarn in it. I just love my readers! Y’all are the bestest.
A NEUTRAL FARMHOUSE CHRISTMAS LIVING ROOM
The wreath on the door opens up to my next project. I had decided not to use much red and instead incorporate as much fresh greenery from the pastures as I could. Who doesn’t love free Christmas greens?! The wonderful smells were so comforting and being surrounded by deep greens, natural woods and white was so peaceful to me.
AN EASY CHRISTMAS CRATE WITH DIY FABRIC TREES
Speaking of free fresh Christmas greens, there are plenty to clip out in the pastures. This project was used as a centerpiece on the outdoor picnic table. The DIY fabric tree link is in the post as well. They were so easy and fun. And eating outdoors in the winter in Texas is awesome – no bugs and no humidity!
DIY SILVER TRAY WREATH
Last but not least is the DIY Silver Tray Wreath. I shopped and saved silver plated trays for years to make this giant wreath. It’s definitely a conversation starter. It has an elegant yet rustic look (depending on what I add to the top) to it that I adore. Hope you’ll want to check it out and make your own. It’s little effort for the punch!
Well, there are 5 of My All Time Favorite Christmas Decorating Projects for celebrating in July. Next up is Jenn at Down Shiloh Road. I know you’ll love her farmhouse decorating DIY. And don’t forget to see what my friends are doing below. I bet your brain will be filled with holiday excitement or at least want a peppermint shake!
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Bricks N Blooms ~ Celebrate & Decorate ~ Simply 2 Moms ~ County Road 407 Down Shiloh Road ~ The Tattered Pew ~ The Ponds Farmhouse ~ Life At Bella Terra ~ Vintage Home Designs ~ Midwest Life & Style ~ Shiplap & Shells ~ White Arrows Home ~ Design Morsels ~ Chas Crazy Creations
It’s all just beautiful Cindy! And I love that platter wreath!!
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Thanks Michele. The wreath has been a fave for a couple of years. I keep thinking it should be a permanent fixture. 😉
Oh wow, Cindy. So much gorgeous Christmas inspiration here. Makes me super excited for the holidays! Happy to be touring with you today. Pinned!
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Thank you Jen. I’m getting excited too. And that’s not like me at all!
I loved all the details you shared today! That wreath from silver platters is just stunning over the black mantel!
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Thank you Anne. I’ve had a lot of fun with it over the years.
Cindy,
I remember everyone of these projects. You are very talented and I’m so glad we connected. Thanks so much for joining me today.
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Aww, thank you Rachel. I love that we connected too. Not only for your fantastic ideas and decor style but your kinds words of encouragement. It means a lot. 🙂
Great blog hop, Cindy. So nice to think about cooler weather and pretty decorations. I recognize that galvanized crate!! I remember when we bought them. Still love those Christmas trees
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Yep, I still think about that fun shopping trip and how we need to do it again. We just need to schedule it and hope people can come. Thanks for stopping by today!
I love the platter wreath! Love it cindy!
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Thank you Laura. It was easy to make and would be gorgeous up against one of those dark walls of yours!
Cindy I love your dining room and mantel! It’s gorgeous!
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Thanks so much Stacy. I love it too. After 12 years of ugly gold walls, it’s mighty refreshing. I’ll even eat lunch in there all alone because I love it that much. 🙂
Oh my goodness! I absolutely adore the wreath made from silver plate platters. My heart is giddy. I’m off to shop for the platters now. Thanks for the inspiration, my friend.
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My pleasure Tenae. Let me know if you make the wreath. We could share them both in a blog post together. Hope you have a fun shopping weekend!
That silver tray wreath is the BEST! I am loving it. And of course, the fabric trees are amazing too Cindy. I can see why these are in your top 5!
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Thanks Kim. I’m looking forward to unpacking the little trees this year. The wreath too. I keep telling myself it should be out permanently but I like change so.. Hope you have a great weekend.
Cindy, I love your fabric trees and that silver plate wreath! All pinned! So excited to be part of this Christmas in July hop~so many talented people and fabulous holiday ideas. Thanks for sharing!
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Thank you Mary. So glad y’all are safe and back home. Appreciate the pins too.
I’m new to your blog, but I love your porch with the animal skin rug and the fabric trees. So many fun ideas. Where in Texas are you? I’m in TX too. Looking forward to seeing more on your blog. Fun to hop with you.
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Thank you Andrea and howdy! We live full time in Highland Village which is close to Dallas. And we live about 2 weeks of the month at the farmhouse in Navasota which is about 20 minutes south of Bryan/College Station. Where do you live? Looking forward to us becoming great friends!
Cindy all 5 of your projects were awesome but I loved the diy silver tray wreath! So creative and beautiful! Loved hopping with you and pinned! Before you know it Christmas will be here!
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Thanks so much Kelly. I am ready for the cooler weather but I love fall so much I can wait a bit longer for Christmas. Jesus said it’s okay. He gave us all the seasons. 😉
Such creative projects! I love seeing the creativity by talented DIYers like you! That silver tray wreath is beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing your projects!!
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I sooooo wouldn’t call myself a DIYer! I suck at crafting but totally love how that wreath turned out. Thanks so much Chloe!
I really love your silver tray wreath! I have been wanting to do something like that myself and you’ve inspired me. Thanks for sharing
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That makes me smile Chas. Glad you were inspired today. Let me know when you make one! I’d love to see it.
Silver tray wreath is a most original idea. Fun to look at
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Thanks Gail. I saw that in a magazine over a decade ago and started shopping for trays that long ago as well. Totally worth the wait. 🙂
Cindy Love the silver plate wreath and your porch decked out for Christmas is a feast for the eyes. Thank you
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You are so sweet to say that. Thank you Shelley!
I love all of these ideas!
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Thanks so much Kristin. Hope you’re enjoying your summer out on that lake!
I am in love with your fabric Christmas trees in a the metal box! So so cute! What a fun blog hop! I would love to join any of your upcoming blog hops if there is availability to join in. I would also love to have you join my linky party https://karinskottage.com/2021/07/crafts-recipes-and-organization-cpw-linky-party.html Come on over and share this post with us!
Hugs,
Karin
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Thank you Karin. I love those trees too and I will definitely check out the link party. As for the Pinterest Challenge, there is a waiting list but I will add your name and let you know when your name pops up. Hope you have a great week and thank you for the invite!
Cindy, those fabric trees are speaking to my repurposing lovin’ heart! I have some old quilts that I could make the trees! Thanks for sharing!
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Oh my goodness, they would look amazing with quilts! Have fun. I got carried away they were so cute!
Love all these Christmas projects and now I’m motivated to get some projects started of my own. I’m happy to feature your post this week at our Tuesday Turn About Link Party. Hope to see you there!
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Aww, thanks so much. I appreciate that. I’m getting in fall mode. That’s my jam. My spiced apple and pear jam. 😉 I love it more than the other seasons!