This year for the first time we are having a few tours
from Japan in November and December so I wanted to
make it a little more special for them since the garden
is past.
So, I did some Christmas decorating starting with the
Boathouse.
a peek into an Island Christmas.
However,I am not finished yet so
just a peek today.
I bought these old skates at a thrift shop
for $4 and gave them a coat of paint and a
a coat of dark wax. I glued on some fake
fur when they were dry. For now they are
hanging on the door of the boathouse but
they will probably go into a wreath for the
door.
member of the family. She is a miniature
schneuzer and belongs to my daughter and
her family.
fun!
and skates were also thrift finds.
paint and have an old pair of wool
socks in them but you could also
use the cuffs of an old sweater.
I just took a few quick shots for nowbut when it is all done I will share more.
I love decorating for Christmas ~ love the
coziness of twinkling lights and greenery
etc. so I love to start early and then relax
and enjoy it.
Enjoy your day!
Carolyn
I just love seeing what all you do, so inspiring and beautiful! I like the the splashes of red too.
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Gina
So excited about the up coming post. Love the skates idea. The dog is cute. I share your love of tartan at wintertime. xx
ReplyDeleteOh Carlyn, what magic you are spinning on your boathouse Christmas decor! So enchanting, so wonderful, so looking forward to more!
ReplyDeleteRita C at Panoply
Love those skates. What a great idea to paint them. And the little red shoes. I would have a hard time leaving the boat house once it's decorated. it all looks so sweet and festive. How nice you can extend the garden tours to a bit of Christmas.
ReplyDeleteYou do know how to decorate Carolyn! It all looks beautiful! I think the ladies from Japan will love it. So would I!!
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day!
Madelief x
You're not finished??? Looks delicious!
ReplyDeleteThank you Carolyn...so many years with your blog...love it so much and always enjoy your post...love Christmas time with your decorations and all creations !!! kind regards,Ewa from wilczagora.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteIt's all very beautiful. Your touches of red are cozy indeed. Love the idea of painting old skates!
ReplyDeleteI love your decorating, the skates and red tartan is so Christmas. I am anxious to see more. If I ever go to PEI, I will visit.
ReplyDeleteI am amazed there are Japanese tours coming in November and December! How exciting for you. I can't wait to see all your beautiful Christmas decorations in the boat house and your home as well. It is always beautiful. Have fun getting ready.
ReplyDeleteCarolyn,
ReplyDeleteI love what you've done! I too, am a fan of red (all year long) and plaid and old skates…
How wonderful that you'll still get tours at this time of year! Your home will be beautiful!
Thanks for giving us a glimpse.
Deanna
Already so beautiful. :)
ReplyDeleteLike you, Carolyn, I love decorating for Christmas, too. Such fun! Your decor will look so lovely, I am sure.
ReplyDeleteI have begun in the dollhouse. Once that is complete, I'll start on the "big" house. Susan
What ever color you pick or however you doing are always wonderful.. I enjoy each and every photo you take and share with us.. thank you these are lovely can't wait to see the rest.. with love Janice
ReplyDeleteHi Carolyn, I adore the touches of blue and the plaid, of course, which is so perfect. I'm glad you have plenty of time to decorate as well as enjoy the final result. It always seems so rushed here, but we have Thanksgiving to get through first! Wishing you a beautiful day.
ReplyDeleteOnce again simply beautiful :)
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Once again simply beautiful :)
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I love it!Have a lot of fun!
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Good morning Carolyn. You have that magic touch that makes everything beautiful! I love the red. Have fun as you decorate for Cnristmas. Can't to see what other beautiful ideas you have!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun little "playhouse" (boathouse) for you to decorate! It gives me warm fuzzies...and makes me look forward to Christmas!
ReplyDeleteThe boat house is looking festive already Carolyn and the visitors are going to love your efforts.
ReplyDeleteI have a pair of blue skates but haven't used them the last couple of years with knee problems. I opted for a ladies version of a man's design as I figured the picks might cause me to fall. They work well.
. A day without "Aiken House & Gardens " is a lost day :-)
ReplyDeleteIt looks so wonderful,i love your pictures,thank you so much for sharing and have a wonderful day
ReplyDeleteI have you neatly tucked into my blog scroll bar now so that I can keep up. I am thrilled to have found your blog last week and your image shares and creativity inspire me~
ReplyDeleteI love that door swag, all the skates, and the plaid - I wish I could come take a tour but it is wonderful to see the photos!
ReplyDeleteSwooning! They are all beautiful. So many ideas to use those ice skates I bought.
ReplyDeleteJust viewed this post and the one above and love it all! I have never been a red person but I think you are very influencing!
ReplyDeleteSo cozy, warm, inviting and simply adorable. Can I move in?
ReplyDeleteBlessings.......................