Since we moved here three years ago, I have simplified my Christmas decor in a big way. Besides the decorations for our tree, I mostly use fresh greens here, there and everywhere!

This wooden toolbox was made for my husband by his great uncle, Arthur. He’s 95 now and one of the funniest and kindest people ever – we all love him so. Long ago I confiscated the toolbox for decorating purposes and this year it’s storing all my gift wrap supplies in a corner of the dining room.
The penny tree is a new addition which I’ll share with you soon. I love how it shimmers when the mantle lights are on.
Giving, making time to visit with family and friends, enjoying the sights and sounds and smells of Christmas, and most importantly, celebrating the real reason of the season….that is what it’s all about!
Whether your home is simply or spectacularly decorated for the holidays, I hope that you soak it all in, and enjoy this season of light!
Tomorrow on the Tour of Homes, don’t miss the stunning southern home of Amanda at Dixie Delights!!!
Denise @ frazzled JOY says
Lovely Lisa!! I love the idea of hanging your own families Christmas photos from years past!! I have NO idea where ours might be???
Traci Hutton says
Everything looks beautiful! Wishing you & yours a happy holiday!
Stacey {steward of design} says
Lisa, your home looks SO great! So many great touches I don't know where to start. Very inspirational.
Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says
Your home looks beautiful my friend. And I love all of the special items that you have that remind you of years past. And amen to your theory on prepping for Christmas this year. Love it!!
Kris @ Driven by Décor says
I would so love to take you up on your offer of the Christmas cocktail because that room looks so wonderfully warm, cozy, and Christmasy! I'm going to steal your idea of the garland with cards along the bay window next year – love that! I'm with you about keeping everything simple this year – I've done the same thing. We also had a cocoa bar for the first time this year – my kids LOVE it, don't yours?! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Dana Frieling says
I'll be right over to enjoy your hot cocoa bar! Everything looks gorgeous, Lisa. It's just the right amount in my opinion!
Mary Ann at classic•casual•home says
Beautiful job! I mentioned your heartwarming post on my blog today. Thanks for all you do!
pam {simple details} says
I can feel the warmth and love in your home right through my computer screen, what a lovely tour, my friend!!! I love your simple, yet beautifully classic style this year and kudos to your family for their part! Love your stylish wrapping set-up in the tool box, too! 🙂 Go enjoy!!
Jenny says
Lisa, your house looks beautiful! I feel warmed and welcomed, all the way out here in the blogosphere! I love your front door wreath and the black and white ribbon you used throughout, and your tree is to die for. And don't you love putting family pieces to use in some way, shape or form? Your great uncle's tool box warms my heart. Thanks so much for sharing!
Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says
Everything is gorgeous Lisa!!! Your home is always so warm and inviting but especially during christmas! Beautiful job.
XO
Kristin
Cassie @ Primitive & Proper says
lisa, it's beautiful! i love your tree and love all the natural and black and white mixed! classically beautiful!!!
Vel Criste says
Your home looks more beautiful with all the Christmas decorations Lisa!!!! In love with the garland with all your holiday photos from years past! Your front door is just really chic with all the green and black & white ribbon! I love your living room, so inviting and tree equally gorgeous! I'm just like you, LOVE giving and receiving Christmas cards! Enjoyed the tour immensely!
Carrie @ Cosy Carolina Interiors says
It all looks so pretty! Absolutely beautiful! I especially like your idea about delegating in order to keep the reason for the season and the Advent calendar of good deeds. 🙂
Laura @ Top This Top That says
Hi lisa. What a beautiful festive home. Love all your touches especially that penny tree.amazing. happy holidays!
Kim @ Plumberry Pie says
Beautiful, Lisa! And I agree, if we're stressed and cranky, then what's the point. Well said. Love the random acts of kindness idea!! I was thinking about moving my stockings to the stairs and you just sealed the deal! Thanks for the inspiration. All the best to you and your family!
Carolyn@Sweet Chaos Home says
So so pretty, Lisa! I share your Christmas decorating philosophy, and I love that you delegated. Your son did do a great job!!
My kids would go crazy over the hot cocoa station 🙂 Hope you have a very Merry Christmas!!
Calypso In The Country says
Lisa, your home looks beautiful! I love your tree and all the greens around the house. It's so nice that the kids can help out. It makes it extra special for them too. Enjoy your family time this holiday!
-Cheers! – Shelley
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
Everything is beautiful, Lisa. Love all your natural greens.
Cyndy Aldred says
Wow Lisa! Your home and Christmas decor are absolutely stunning! So many fantastic ideas and I love the idea of working the cards into the garland! So smart. I just love all your little touches! Thank you so much for sharing your home and your Christmas ideas!!
BlueClearSky Elizabeth says
Very pretty, Lisa! I love that wall of photos in the pretty frames. Thanks for sharing your Christmas home.
Megan @ Restoring the Roost says
Love the tour of your home- and I'm the same way- love using fresh greens to decorate with the most! I'm a new follower 🙂
Nancy {at} powellbrower at home says
Perfect Lisa, and so glad you got the memo about destressing! It really is about savoring this time and your family and friends. Have a wonderful holiday in your beautiful home. I love all the greens and the cards.. Happy journey to Christmas. xoxo Nancy
Tiffany says
You and your family did a beautiful job. I love all the natural elements. It's really simple and classy. I also love the idea of displaying your past Christmas cards. So sweet. By the way, I think that mirror you have is the same one I bought for my girls' room. I ended up painting it. Can't wait to see what you do with it.
Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} says
I love all of your natural elements! Your house is just gourg!
Lisa Rozario says
Your house reflects who you are and you have taken your family's help in decorating this year which is so special. Everything looks great, Lisa! Love mirrors, cannot use enough of them, and all the special touches.
SHERRY HART says
Beautiful Lisa…I love how natural it is and of course the black and white touches:)
Crissy @ House of Marlowe says
Beautiful! Your tree looks amazing. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
Jackie@AbsolutelySeriouslyFabulous says
So lovely, Lisa!! What a cozy and comfy home! Maybe ill just drive the wreath up there and have a cocktail with you!
Ron says
Love your use of real greens. I am a new follower and best bud of Amanda at Dixie Delights. Hope you check out Uptown Acorn.
Michelle Woeller says
Lisa, Your home looks lovely! You have a great gallery wall, and I love how you can see the reflection of your tree in the mirror. Enjoy the holidays!
Stacey says
The word magical comes to mind as I peruse these pictures! Love, love! Beautifully done! Stopping by from Little Black Door.
Jessi Otey says
Oh my that picture wall is to die for!! (& love the wrapping paper patterns haha)
Kimberly Lemmon says
Your home looks lovely, Lisa! I love that you use so many natural elements in your holiday decor. And I'm a total mirror hog myself! Merry christmas!!
Betsy Dambrosia says
hi LIsa
left a comment yesterday —but apparently it did not go through,,,
thank you for sharing your home — it is beautiful-can't pick my favorite spot, but definitely have a few that are my tops…
thanks again
ntb
Betsy Dambrosia says
hi LIsa
left a comment yesterday —but apparently it did not go through,,,
thank you for sharing your home — it is beautiful-can't pick my favorite spot, but definitely have a few that are my tops…
thanks again
ntb
Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says
Wait, did I not leave a comment here?!? So sorry! I loved your gorgeous tour yesterday and drooled over every photo. Your fresh greenery is so pretty! And, how good do those gorgeous black doors look with everything? Awesome job, Lisa!
Cathy Wall says
Love the simplified Holiday decor you have put together. It is rich and beautiful, especially since so many things were done by delegating. I have never thought to display my family's holiday card and will have to do that. And I love your random acts of kindness advent calendar. Enjoy this time with you family and friends Lisa!!!!
Alyson says
Love the idea of leaving the wrapping paper out and arranging in an attractive bin! I think I will do that at my house. Great idea.
Jane says
Wow, beautiful!! I love it all, even your wrapping paper station in the corner is pretty 😉
Linda {Calling it Home} says
Hi Lisa, this is so pretty! I am in love with all the black and white ribbons added. Your door looks amazing. Can I borrow some wrapping paper :).
Julia Konya says
Such a pretty home. Love everything!
Mary Jo says
Merry Christmas Lisa! I just love the way you used fresh greens througout your house and your home is just beautiful–very much my style. Love everything about this!
xo Mary Jo
http://MagicalMined.blogspot.com
Kim says
Absolutely beautiful and I LOVE the stockings on the stairs!! And … your hot chocolate station!! Merry Christmas! xo
Tricia says
Your gorgeous home looks so spectacular at the holidays! I love all the simple black and white ribbon you used in your decor and all the lovely greens. Hope you are enjoying the season. Merry Christmas!
Tricia @ suburbanbitches.com
Privet and Holly says
Sweet friend. Since I took a
blogging break beginning
at Thanksgiving, I'm just now
enjoying this wonderful series,
already pinning ideas for next
year! Out of all the home tours,
I've enjoyed yours the most,
because of the love and heart
that you shared here….and that
you share in each and every
post. My Christmas season
was completely different than
I thought it would be, and just
cemented for me that it isn't
about things or perfection ~
it's about people and love.
Happy 2014! May you be
abundantly blessed in the
coming year : )
xo Suzanne
PS: Do you spray your indoor
greens with anything to extend
their life? I would love to go
with all real greens, but it's so
dry inside (especially with the
fireplace going) that I'm afraid
they'd all look pretty bad by
the time Christmas arrived….