Home Decor, Christmas in Red, Black and White & Tree Skirt Tutorial
I really loved our family room last year, Cotton Christmas, with the cotton tree and garland, red stripes and black and white
I didn’t change much, but tweaked it here and there…the “happy Holidays” sign is actually a gift bag
The gift tags tucked in the garland are subtle reminders of the sentiments of the season
Oh if we could have peace, there would be so much more Cheer~
Nothing says Alabama more than cotton, red and white… [and little pink piggies for our love of pork]
Candy Cane stockings await Santa’s visit
Striped ribbon wrapped pillows make a fast easy touch
The Burlap Angels are surrounded with big red and gold ornaments
I made a new tree skirt [details below]
and a little tablecloth to match
I haven’t wrapped many packages yet, or put ornaments on the treeĀ š³
But they will be wearing red white and black
A Christmas tree lantern with a reindeer and lights
Got a black and white topper
A terrarium in the kitchen
with deer, trees and St. Nick
Got a surprise when the elves came to join them
Super Boy and Big E are here all the time,Ā and their Elf on the Shelf elves, “Gumdrop” and “Minty,” are always in their backpacks, watching over them, and ready to hop out for mischief…they’ve already found the clementines I see…
And hopped on the train
And into the Santa boots and gift bag on the hearth!Ā Pesky Elves!!
I made a little impromtu tree for my studio, with ornaments that symbolize my blogging, a mix master, a camera, and a typewriter
Things are jolly around the bar
The music room is full of boxes, and the garage is a mess, but for Dec. 10 I’m feeling pretty good…
Tomorrow is my birthday š so I’m going to relax and hope the presents wrap themselvesĀ š
and the garage gets sweptĀ and the boxes get put awayĀ š
and the tree gets decorated š
and the kitchen floor gets washed š¦
and someone makes me those Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie CupcakesĀ šĀ I’ve been craving…
How are your holiday preparations coming along?
Don’t forget to call Santa with any last minute wishes~
and remember to Believe!
Juicy Details
Easy Tree Skirt tutorialĀ
Fold, fold, cut, hem, done
You need fabric as wide as possible, 60″ is ideal.Ā Ā Get the same length of fabric as width:Ā if you’re fabric is 60″ wide, then buy 1 2/3 yards [60″]Ā I actually just bought 2 yards and trimmed the excess for another use.
Fold fabric in half, and then in half again, forming a square
With tape measure measure the length of the side of the square [mine was 29″]Ā Pivot the tape measure from the apex of the square making a chalk line forming a quarter circle
Cut along the chalk line
Repeat this process, keeping the fabric folded, measuring 4 inches out from the apex of the fabric circle, making a smaller 1/4 circle line.Ā Cut this for the skirt center
Make a straight cut from one edge of the circle to the center to make the skirt opening
Sew a trim or hem fabric all the way around to finish.Ā I used a stretchy trim so it was easily sewn along the circular edge
I followed this tutorial from Pinterest here
Vietri Painted Santa Ornaments here
Reindeer table runner/Mudpie
Black and White ribbon, fabric/Hobby Lobby
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Oh the little elf is the cutest of all!!
Love the black and white skirt!
Happy Birthday, Jenna!
I love the elf on the shelf shenanigans! I wish they were around when my boys were small, a guy at work was panicked the other day, he forgot to move his… And things should always be jolly around the bar:@) Happy B-Day Jenna, have a great one!
Happy Birthday!Ā Ā
Beautiful holiday decor!
I love all your decorations! Have a wonderful birthday, Jenna!! Rosie @ The Magic Hutch
I love the tree skirt and tutorial! I was just at a major decor store in town and they were decorating with black and white buffalo plaid and red! You are so current!
What a cute little elf! Love it, and that smile!
Everything looks so fun and festive, especially those striped stockings! Have a wonderful next two week!
Your home looks beautiful and festive, Jenna! Even your studio is into the holiday spirit, and that cutie pie grand baby just stole my ā¤ļø!!
Happy Birthday to you, my friend!! I hope all your wishes and dreams come true!
Thank you Kitty, I swear, that baby is the sweetest smilingest baby Iāve ever seen, not that Iām prejudiced or anything š Thank you for the heartfelt wishes! >
Your home is beautiful! I hope you have a very happy birthday and a Merry Christmas!
Thanks so much Debbie! >
Happy Birthday Jenna!! You’ve decked the halls in Painted Apron Style! Love the piggies on your cotton tree š I haven’t wrapped the first package and my tree is 3/4 decorated and missing its skirt…love your black and white one. Little white dogs have kept me busy this month!
Jenna, hope your birthday was wonderful! Your home is all decked out Merry and bright…beautiful! The grandbaby is absolutely the cutest! Blessings, Pam
Hope your birthday was fun and that the presents magically wrapped themselves! Love the tree skirt, you made it look so easy to do.
Thanks Sandra, it was a very easy project! >
Hi Jenna and Happy Birthday!! I love how festive and pretty your house looks decorated for Christmas. The tree skirt is really pretty! I hope you have a nice week.
Thanks for sharing this at Cooking and Crafting with J & J!!
Everything definitely looks so pretty!
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
A cotton tree! I love it! It is great to use something unique, especially when you use it with red, white and black! I love the tree and mantel. Your other whimsical items are adorable too. Great detail around the bar area that really makes such a fun and magical statement. The elf train is so sweet. It truly puts a smile on my face!
So glad to bring you a smile, thanks Marsha! >
Oh my goodness so many cute things! Those little boots by the fire, and that precious little one!
Thanks for sharing!
Thank you Amber!! Rereading this post from 4 years ago helped me feel less frustrated about this year where I feel terribly behind in my Christmas to do list!! Somehow the important things always get done somehow…:) hmmm….now where did I put that Christmas tree skirt??
Jenna