Three Christmas Decorating Ideas from a Vintage Market...

It was fun attending a couple of vintage markets last week. Like many of you, I love hunting for special, one-of-a-kind timeworn treasures. I also enjoy seeing how the vendors display their items... from creative backdrops such as garden gates and antique doors to the artistic way they style shelves... There's always so much inspiration!

Here are three Christmas decorating ideas inspired by the vintage market, The Great Junk Hunt...

A-Tisket, A-Tasket... A Bench and Market Basket

I've been listening to Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday for decades, so I couldn't resist the "A-Tisket, A-Tasket" post title. Now if only I could figure out how to have the song play when you open this post... (Please pretend, or hum along.)

Speaking of music, some people play musical chairs... I prefer musical benches. This bench has moved from the yard, to the living room, then into the dining room and it now resides in the entryway. Living the life of a gypsy.

Holiday Fun for Kids (Christmas Games and Activities)

As an adult, Christmas seems to come so fast each year!

But as a child, it is just. so. hard. to wait. 

The snow is softly falling outside, and I'm excited to share some fun ideas for the little ones in your life. Maybe you're hosting a family gathering, a party, or just looking for something to keep your children busy as they count down the days till Christmas...