Decorating is another of my passions. December means CHRISTMAS and its the season for my biggest inspirations. I start with the tree and however it turns out that design element carries through the rest of the Christmas decor for the space I’m curating. This Christmas tree design is done to fit an Afro-chic interior motif.
Step1: the tree—set her up, turn on her lights, let her inspire Step2: execute inspiration, outline the idea—for this space: black&white diagonal Nike-swoosh from top to bottomStep3: fill in color block 1–a hint of black with white, mixed textures and ornaments Step4: outline color block 1 with contrasting color—bold red Step5: fill in with mixed textures and ornaments, add 1st layer of tree topper—go bold!!! Choice: red bowsStep6: carry subtle black&white motif into topper, add bow Step6: add non-traditional skirt (sheep skin to create lux feeling), complete with gift boxes connecting the red-black-white decor color scheme …and, voila!! This Christmas tree is decked to complement the Afro-chic interior designLeft-side view Right side view MerryChristmas Joy & Peace to you and yours!!!!
Oh, yes, I’m really enthused this year! Last week I made the outdoor decorations: wreath, swag, window box and wooden tub filled with evergreens and holly. Today, we bought a little tree from local farmers. The big ones require too much time and energy, but a 5-footer is just right for me at my age. Even that size takes me a couple days to decorate, lol. I got the lights, garlands, pine cones and faux icicles on today. Tomorrow will be finished off with all the little favorite ornaments. I tend to favor the old-fashioned Victorian look. 🙂
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Awesome job with the decorations! Love the look that you’re going for. I set my tree up a couple of weeks ago. Now all we need is some snow!
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Thanks much. Do you enjoy decorating your tree and home?
Yes, some snow in the background of the tree makes for pretty pics.
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I love decorating for the holidays. I usually get a real tree every year and put on the same Christmas album.
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Sounds Lovely. Enjoy!!!!!Happy holidays 😊🌲😉
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Aaaaawsome! Truly lovely.
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Thanks Norms!!!! Happy holidays!!! 😊💕😊
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Wow, gorgeous work, Dee! Macy’s has NOTHING on you! 🙂
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Bless your heart Eliza. Passion work. You’re right up there with my friend who said Rockefeller tree (instead of Macy’s). Thanks much!!!
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Btw, are you decorating for the season?
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Oh, yes, I’m really enthused this year! Last week I made the outdoor decorations: wreath, swag, window box and wooden tub filled with evergreens and holly. Today, we bought a little tree from local farmers. The big ones require too much time and energy, but a 5-footer is just right for me at my age. Even that size takes me a couple days to decorate, lol. I got the lights, garlands, pine cones and faux icicles on today. Tomorrow will be finished off with all the little favorite ornaments. I tend to favor the old-fashioned Victorian look. 🙂
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Oh my Eliza sounds fabulously beautiful. I hope you’ll share a pic of two. Enjoy the last of it tomorrow.
When I get started I can’t stop till it’s done. I usually knock it off in one go. This year for first time did it over a few days.
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Wow Dee! These trees and garlands are stunning!
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Thanks Madon. Creative juices flow freer in this season. 🙏🏽😊🤗
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Yes they sure do. My tree looks awful compared to yours. I feel I should redo it now lol.
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Nah … your tree is perfectly fine. If you get some additional inspiration from mine, that’s a bonus, enjoy adding to your tree 🌲
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Very impressive decorations. Looks lovely. And original
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Thanks Sadje. Yes I was going for original /unique. Glad you saw that in it the design. 🙏🏽😊🙏🏽
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It is very apparent. You’re welcome
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🙏🏽😊🙏🏽
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