Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Decorating the top of the Entertainment Unit for Christmas

It's a...
POINSETTIA EXTRAVAGANZA
Here is a sneak peak at the top of our
ENTERTAINMENT CENTER.
I strung two really long-lit Poinsettia garlands across the top of the unit.  The garland also has red bows, gold leaves, pine cones, ornaments, and 
Poinsettias on it.
I found some really cute sequin light-up presents at Ross. I staggered them at different heights, plugged them in, and whala....light up gifts!
Last night, we cuddled up to watch a movie and I plugged in all the lights and it was so cozy and festive. 
Another look at the Tree. This tree makes me smile.
I couldn't help myself, I decided to add a little more bling to the mantle, so I add some Mardi Gras Beads in red and green and swagged them along the mantle.  I then added some red ornaments to the end of each bead.
I love my little Nutcracker Soldier.  Beside him I filled the basket with ornaments for pops of color.
Who loves candles? I do, I do!! ;)
I went to Hobby Lobby and picked up these itsy*BEADS*sies, which are basically jar fillers.
So, I dropped them into my glass container...
and then added my sparkly red candle.
I added a pretty red table runner along my coffee table, and then I placed a wreath down on top of it, and then placed the candle holder directly into the middle of my wreath.  
I think it looks pretty cute, if I do say so myself! ;) 
Ornaments also work well as fillers.  I had this big black bowl, so I added left-over red ornaments to it.
Whala...instant color in the kitchen! =)
Well, I hope you enjoyed my post.  I must apologize, as I have not been able to keep up with my responses.  I have been deep in the throws of xmas boxes and messes, so I hope you understand.
I read every single comment and appreciate them more than you know.
Have a great week everyone!
***I'll be linking up with Sherry for her Open House Party and with the Picket Fence for Inspiration Friday

39 comments:

Emelia DiCarlo said...

Liz, Just so your magical Christmas decor. You are a wonder and amazing. Just love it all! The candle fillers are special and the use of red ornaments and beads are genious. You are the best Santa's Helper ever!The nutcracker soldiers are magnificient at watch over the holiday preparations. You are an inspiration for all. Thank you for showing us your meticulous steps and descriptions are great as usual. Hope you rest up and take care, Blessings, Emelia.

Kristens Creations said...

Everything is so beautiful!! Love the beads and ornaments you added to the mantle...You are really coming along on your decorating! I can't start mine until after Thanksgiving, I have houses to decorate and a show Nov. 18. I just can't seem to fit everything in!

You should come and join my party! Kristen

Jemsmom said...

Love love love!!!! It is so festive and beautiful!!! I love the sparkly light up presents! It looks so festive! Your mantle is just dreamy with all the mesh and the trees and bows! It is all gorgeous!!!

Kathy said...

Liz -Your home is just beautiful. I love the mantle -I'll be looking for the fillers, the sparkly candle and candy wreath at Hobby Lobby tis week :-)

Tardevil said...

I hope you don't take this the wrong way, but I swear I thought you were from the south b/c you like the bling! Everything looks great. Really like the presents on top of the cabs.

Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR said...

Liz, my friend, your creativity and talent never cease to amaze me! The mantel is just spectacular!! And the entertainment unit is so festive and whimsical! I am sure your daughters are just loving it all! Your home is truly a Christmas Wonderland!! Very pretty!

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

Just beautiful, Liz! I love those light up gift boxes! I love adding ornaments to bowls and jars ~ instant holiday decor and it's quick, easy and inexpensive.

Jen S. said...

Hi sweet Liz~
Your decorating is so wonderful and beautiful! I just love it! It's so inspiring...I can't wait to do mine!

Here's to a great rest of the week!

Hugs!

Barbara F. said...

Gorgeous, Liz, and you make it all look so easy! You have the magic touch. xo

Kris said...

Oh Liz...I would so love to see your house during the holidays!!!! It is gorgeous!

Hibiscus House said...

Liz you are so talented! I love everything that you did.

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

Girl you have talent! I love the way the top of your Entertainment center looks and adding those beads to your mantel PERFECT!! Martina

Gail said...

WOW Liz, everything you have done so far is just gorgeous! When you're done you can come to my house...LOL.

Val said...

Gorgeous-you truly inspire me!

Cindy said...

Everything looks beautiful! The best time to enjoy decorations is at night all the decoration lights glisten! I'll be starting my Christmas decorating soon...

Suzy said...

Hi Liz. So festive and fun and sparkly! I love it all! I'm going to pin your beads with ornaments attached to Pinterest. What a great idea! If your community sponsers a Christmas open house tour, you should join it! Take care.

Debbiedoo's blogging and blabbing said...

You really are amazing Liz! I can't believe how much you have accomplished so far. Love your mantel.

Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda G said...

Wow! You have been one smart and busy lady!!! You even have presents ...wrapped...under the tree!!! :) Everything is beautiful! Love your mantle!

Diane said...

Everything is looking beautiful Liz. Looking forward to the other rooms as they go up! Diane

Deneen@dreaming-n-color said...

Pretty and festive!

A Hint of Home said...

I adore all the bright colors and bright lights! Looks so pretty and festive, especially at night!
You do a great job, Liz!

Marie said...

Hi Liz,

Spectacular as usual! I love how you captured the blue light hour in the background of the top of your entertainment unit. Beautiful!!

Blessings,

~Marie

Annie H. said...

So beautiful and festive. Makes me a little nervous that all my Christmas things are still packed away in my basement, haven't even begun to think about decorating, I am impressed, it looks beautiful.

Allyson Pecilunas said...

Liz, everything looks gorgeous! You do such a great job and give me so many ideas! :) I love the beads added to the mantle! GORG Keep it coming :) Love those presents too! I have wanted some forever I am gonna check our Ross how much were yours?

marty (A Stroll Thru Life) said...

Liz, your Christmas decor is stunning. I love it all, you do have such a wonderful way with all of your accessories, and this is by far the prettiest I have seen. Love it all. Hugs, Marty

Emelia DiCarlo said...

Liz, meant to say LOVE it all!!!!Your the best. Will carry your lovey remarks as a pocket prayer. Love all your hard and joyous work and sharing your magic.God Bless you and yours. Hugs, Emelia.

L said...

Your home is definitely looking very festive. I like the new elements you added to the mantel, too. I bet your girls are enjoying it! Love the little light up packages. They are so pretty. I have a set in gold and a set in red. I searched the internet over when I saw Kristen's a couple of years ago! =)
thanks for sharing your pretty holiday home!

Arriving said...

Wow! Just..... WOW! Are you sure you didn't have a job as a window dresser in a fancy department store in a past life?

sabrymagic said...

Dear your Christmas decorations are fantastic .....
You were great ....
I like your blog ....
kisses
Sabry!

Grace said...

OH my gosh!!! I love it, everything is just BEAUTIFUL.you are really getting me into the christmas spirit, but PLEASE tell me that the presents under the tree are props, if you have finished your xmas shopping i am truly going to crown you WONDER WOMAN. :) ps, thanks for the sweet comment.

Something Nice and Pretty said...

Just beautiful, love how you added the beads to the mantel and the ornaments in the vase and black bowl are gorgeous!

Becca said...

It looks absolutely BEAUTIFUL, Liz !!! I wanna come for movie night and enjoy all of the festive decorations, please !! :) You know I'm a fan of beaded garland ... it looks fabulous and your nutcracker looks wonderful (I remember when you bought him last year, right?) I can't wait to see more ... slowly getting there myself. Have a fabulous weekend, friend. xoxo

Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

Liz, I knew your home would be decorated fabulously for Christmas but this even exceeds my expectations. Everything is drop dead gorgeous.. you truly have a gift for design. Thanks for sharing your beautiful holiday decor at the Open House party.
Hugs,
Sherry

Rooms by Ann said...

Your is gorgeous as usual,I am so ready for the christmas season. You are so creative. I am your newest follower I hope you will follow me. Keep up the amazing work.

Denise said...

I went to Hobby Lobby today looking for that Decor Mesh but couldn't see it. I did see some larger rolls but they were 21" long and they seemed so stiff and plastic-y? It's so annoying when I go there then I get overwhelmed and don't know what to buy :( Wish you could come visit and help me decorate Liz :)

Jen @ Creating with the J's said...

How fun!!! Love it! Thanks for sharing!

Designs By Pinky said...

Love it all. I am looking for some mini ornaments with the red and white swirls!!! Where did you get them???

LESAPEA MUSINGS said...

I'm so inspired, your home is so festive, I will bookmark your blog for further inspiration.

Lisa x

Designs By Pinky said...

Liz, can you tell me where you got your small lit trees above the cabinets? LOVE this idea!!! Pinky