I just got back from a week in Paris! Christmas in Paris is a magical time to visit. From sparkling lights and festive Christmas markets, to the food and shopping, there is something for everyone. I’m sharing a glimpse into what it’s like to wander the streets of Paris during the holiday season. Stores go…
To know me is to know I have a HUGE collection of vintage Shiny Brite ornaments that I’ve amassed over the decades. My favorites are the intricately detailed ornaments with hand painted Santas, reindeer, snowmen, angels and more. But I also love the plain vintage ornaments with their beautiful patina. This year, I decided to…
Who wants to see 15 years of my Christmas mantels? I started this blog 14 years ago (September 2011) and want to wish everyone who has followed, commented, supported, shared on social media or been inspired to recreate one of my projects the happiest and healthiest Christmas and 2026! Today, I thought it would be…
Is there ever a wrong time to celebrate Christmas? Since I’m on the hunt for Christmas decorations 365 days a year, I thought it would be fun to celebrate Christmas in July and try out a completely new and unique way to decorate my tree. My Alpine Village Christmas Tree turned out even better than…
The worst thing about Christmas is having to un-decorate! I have found a sanity saving way to store my ornaments that makes the process a little less painful! I am thrilled to have finally found the best Christmas ornament storage so I can keep my precious baubles organized and easily accessible. The secret to ornament…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Time for my annual Christmas home tour. Can you believe this is my 14th Christmas tour here on my blog?! This year, I channeled visions of old-fashioned Christmases past to create a magical winter wonderland that sparkles and shines. Of course, no Kelly Elko Christmas would be…
I love the simplicity of a charcuterie board any time of the year and they are especially festive during the holidays. If you love a unique Christmas charcuterie board, you are in for a treat because I’ve gathered together a dozen of the most unique ones! Some aren’t even boards … you’ll find creative uses…
Prepare to be WOW-ed by the most amazing, fun, whimsical, colorful Christmas home you’ve ever seen! Christmas at Aunt Peaches is a very special place. Don’t miss … My Viral Gift Guide for Her Here See more Eclectic Home Tours HERE Amanda of Aunt Peaches knows Christmas trees. Over the years, she’s decked more than…
Calling all vintage Shiny Brite ornament lovers! I’ve searched all the way up to the North Pole to find the most creatively amazing ways to display your favorite ornaments. These Shiny Brite decorating ideas are Santa approved. Don’t Miss My Viral Gift Guide For Her Here! Shiny Brite ornaments were created by American businessman Max…
As a special Christmas treat, we are heading to New England to peek inside a stunning 1879 home all decked out for Christmas. This Eclectic Home Tour Finding Lovely Christmas is filled with natural touches, soft neutrals and a farmhouse feel that is sure to inspire. More Eclectic Home Tours Here Jackie of Finding Lovely…
Every year, the number one questions I’m asked is, “Where did you get your sparse Christmas trees?” I LOVE SPARSE CHRISTMAS TREES because there is plenty of room between the branches to show off treasured ornaments! The secret is out because it seems like everyone is loving sparse Christmas trees (including me for the past…
It all starts with my mantel. Once I have that figured out, the rest of my Christmas decorating seems to flow from there. I am excited to share part of what I’ll be putting on my Christmas mantel this year. The best part is these whimsical and colorful light up paper Christmas houses are a…
I gathered my favorite 10 under $10 Christmas decor items to share with you! This post contains affiliate links which means if you make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Fabric Christmas Houses Village – I have a thing for little Christmas houses and I can’t believe…
Can you believe my collection of vintage Shiny Brite ornaments has grown to over 1,000! I have finally found the perfect Christmas trees to show off every single one of my precious ornies! I’m excited to give you an early peek into my favorite room to decorate for Christmas. I’m sharing my King of Christmas…
Before you pack up your Christmas ornaments … do this! Calling all vintage ornament lovers … this is for you! My Christmas ornament Valentine heart screen is a combo of some of my favorite things … Christmas, vintage ornaments and a one of a kind decoration! The best part is that it’s not permanent so…
Taking down Christmas decorations is just as much fun as putting them up … said no one ever! If you love decorating for Christmas but dread the thought of Christmas undecorating, you’re not alone. Warning: you won’t find perfectly packed and labeled bins or expensive storage solutions here. Instead, I’m sharing my tried and true,…
If you have a weakness for vintage, colorful, Shiny Brite ornaments, then you are going to love these Shiny Brite Christmas trees that are DRIPPING with the most stunning ornaments. 1,400 Shiny Brite Ornament Tree No branch was neglected during the trimming of this tree that has over 1,400 Shiny Brites dangling from its branches!…
No tree is complete without a tree topper. They come in all sizes and shapes and materials but my favorites are the mercury glass vintage Christmas tree toppers, or finials as they are also called. I’m sharing the most creative ways to display these beauties that may inspire you to start your own collection. Wire…
Bows on Christmas trees are trending and I’m here for it! Think old-fashioned Christmas, Little Women inspired and very feminine. I’m talking about delicate ribbons tied up into pretty bows hanging from branch tips. Not to mention that using ribbon is a more cost effective alternative to ornaments and garland. It’s easy to personalize a…
I’ve been collecting vintage ceramic Christmas trees for a couple of years and love them. These whimsical trees are the centerpiece of my Christmas table this year and I’m thrilled to share my dining room all decked out for St. Nick. Watch this short video tour of my dining room decked out for Christmas ……
What’s more festive than a Christmas wreath? A one-of-a-kind, handmade Christmas wreath! I’m sharing some of my favorite creative Christmas wreaths that I think you are going to love (the mushroom wreath is my favorite!) and hopefully inspire you to make one of your own. I promise, these wreaths are a cinch to make. If…
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s time to unveil my Christmas mantel in all it’s retro, whimsical, colorful, fun, shiny, bright, disco glory! See how I decked my mantel with dozens of disco balls, mixed in some vintage Shiny Brites, added a few little wooden houses and ceramic trees to create a…
I’m so excited to share a sneak peek of my Christmas mantel! I had so much fun making the focal point of my mantel where I combined two of my favorite things … Christmas and disco balls. I am also sharing some super fun and festive Christmas disco ball decorating ideas including disco ball trees,…
I’m on the hunt for unique Christmas ideas 365 days a year! So when I spot a really creative idea, I make sure to save it for inspiration. I’m thrilled to share some of the most stunning Christmas decor ideas that made me scream in an octave higher than Mariah Carey singing “All I Want…
It’s all about the gingerbread! I’m sharing my fun and festive gingerbread theme table setting that’s a unique mix of vintage and new so come on over and pull up a chair. My Christmas Home Tour Here I’m on a gingerbread decorating kick this year! It started with my gingerbread village mantel and now I’m…
Sleigh bells ring! Over the years, brass bells have become a hot decorating trend so I thought it would be fun to share some of the more creative ways I’ve seen them displayed, where to buy them, and I’m even sharing some very creative and inexpensive DIY brass bells you can make for pennies! So…
I can’t resist a beautifully decorated mantel, especially at Christmas, so I gathered together 10 of the most stunning Christmas mantels from here to the North Pole. It’s an eclectic assortment with something for every taste and style. Get ready for a feast for your eyes! Snowy Christmas Village Mantel A putz house village on…
I’ve been decking all the halls and I’m excited to share my 12th Christmas home tour with you! I like to pull out all the stops for Christmas and every year, I challenge myself to come up with new and unique decorating ideas using mostly vintage, thrifted finds with a little bit of modern thrown…
I never think I can outdo my Christmas mantel from the year before, but I think I’m finally going to be put on the nice list because this year’s mantel is Santa approved! I’m so excited to share my gingerbread house Christmas mantel and living room with you. It’s a combination of vintage, modern, a…
If you’re like me, you like to get your Christmas shopping done early so you can avoid the stress of last minute shopping. Less time shopping = more time for drinking spiked eggnog and eating candy canes! So I’m sharing some of the things on my wish list as well as things my 23 year…
Christmas came early to Target and I found some of the cutest $5 Target Christmas decor (or less!) and I’m excited to share it with you because, as we all know, the early bird gets the snow-covered worm at Target. Some of these finds, I picked up at the Dollar Spot (prices now can be…
Countdown to Christmas – can you believe it’s only 8 short weeks away! Christmas is definitely the most wonderful time of the year! Today, I wanted to share Christmas decorating questions and answers. These are some of my most frequently asked questions from you … my amazing readers. It may seem super early to start…
There is something so bleak and dreary about a house once the festive Christmas decorations are packed away. The house feels so empty and so sad! Winter is the perfect time to add a little bit of much needed coziness to the house and I’m sharing my 7 favorite tips on how to decorate for…
I’ve been busier than an elf in Santa’s toy factory on Christmas eve, gathering up a Christmas surprise for you! My jaw dropped when I came across these 12 creative Christmas decorating ideas so I had to share them with you! I think many of these ideas will be completely new to you (as they…
I have a girl crush and her name is Jen! She has the most fun sense of style and is not afraid to use color in her home. I especially love her festive home during the holidays so today’s Eclectic Home Tour of Tatertots and Jello takes us into her home all decked out for…
Hop into my magical sleigh and take a trip into the past to see how to display Christmas decorations in completely different ways year after year! I’m a big believer in using what you have and getting creative with decorating as well as saving money by not having to buy tons of new decorations every…