merry, merry & Day 21

Here's a look at some of the bits and pieces of our home this morning.

And here's how this gathering appears in my book for Day 21:

So many awesome traditions shared yesterday - thank you so much.

Edited with info: plates are from Pottery Barn (picked them up on sale on Tuesday in the local store - you could get them individually there); match box is a lucky find at an antique store; scallop punch is from Marvy (looks like there are some here). The presents with the photos for tags are from my sister (love you Jess).

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  1. Haylee says…
    12/21/2007

    Love the photo gathering! It is a great inclusion to your album.

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  2. leslie says…
    12/21/2007

    all so lovely.
    and festive.
    and ali like.
    hapy holidays to you!

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  3. Inge says…
    12/21/2007

    Dear Ali and family,
    Merry X-mas and a happy, healthy 2008!
    Regards from the Netherlands,
    Inge

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  4. Inge says…
    12/21/2007

    Dear Ali and family,
    Merry X-mas and a happy, healthy 2008!
    Regards from the Netherlands,
    Inge

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  5. Charmaine Thompson says…
    12/21/2007

    when i found twopeasinabucket initially lots of years ago - i decided i liked your style and after that i only checked yours and taras names for new pages - i'm so glad because looking at your works of love makes me happy. all the best for Mr E's political growth and Master S's progress with life and may your creativity reach new boundaries in 2008. from a hot south africa.

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  6. stephanie says…
    12/21/2007

    I love the look of your home...I have been keeping up with your blog...You are such a wealth of info 24/7...thanks for being you! Merry Merry Merry to you, Chris & Simon....thanks for ALWAYS inspiring me...Cheers to 2008.....

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  7. shabbyVTchic says…
    12/22/2007

    Sure wished you hadn't shown us those plates! The last thing I should be purchasing right now is PLATES. I love those SO much, and check out the red and white polka dot mug and plate set! YuMMy! These blogs, so many of them, have really changed the way I approach and celebrate this season. I feel so very grateful for that! 3 days and counting... ENJOY THEM!

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  8. Sinead says…
    12/22/2007

    Beautiful! But very intimidating. How the heck do you have TIME for all of this???

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  9. Terence Lee says…
    12/22/2007

    Hi! did you make any christmas cards?

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  10. Cindy says…
    12/22/2007

    Your home looks beautiful and festive! Question: what color (paint) did you use for the accent wall pictured in the top right? I'm trying to find a good red and that ones looks promising. TIA

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  11. Kristina says…
    12/22/2007

    Thanks so much for sharing all of your album. I view it as a little "me" time to check in each day, with all of the other things that go on here it is so nice and relaxing to see what you do! Always puts a smile on my face and I just wanted to thank you for that.
    Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas! Kristina

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  12. Debbie says…
    12/22/2007

    I had a great idea last night...I am going to take your Christmas book idea & turn it into a year in review book. It will be less pages, or I can do 2 pages a month? Not sure, the idea is still new to me.
    Merry Christmas!!

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  13. Kristy Gussio says…
    12/22/2007

    Ali,
    Just wanted to share a little after-Christmas tradition our family started last year: we display all the Christmas cards that we receive until the last day in December....then I take them all down and put them in a large yelloware bowl on the kitchen table...each night at dinner, when we are saying our prayers, we pull out one card and include that family in our prayer.
    It was so special last year and I look forward to doing it again this year.
    Merry Christmas to you and your family, Kristy Gussio

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  14. sue says…
    12/22/2007

    This album is really something. I love it! I also love the glimpse into your beautiful home. Christmas should be so festive with your family. Enjoy!
    Sue

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  15. Paola Norman says…
    12/22/2007

    Everything is so beautiful Ali, just gorgeous touches of Christmas..thanks for letting us in..curious what the object in between the photo is? HHmm cool lookin, love that match holder, you have a great eye for those special touches..I want to take this time to wish you Chris and Simon a very Merry Christmas, I know you are busy hosting and I hope everything goes beautifully..

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  16. cabanagj says…
    12/22/2007

    happy holidays! :)

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  17. cabanagj says…
    12/22/2007

    this blogs shows too much art :) i like ti! happy holidays!
    www dot singpinoy dot com

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  18. Susan says…
    12/23/2007

    love your decorations! again....you are so inspiring. thank you. hope you have a wonderful Christmas.

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  19. j.j. says…
    12/23/2007

    i love the candle holders for the big pillars in the bottom right image near the 'joy' letters - those are great!

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  20. Jo says…
    12/23/2007

    Your home looks so gorgeous and welcoming, thanks for sharing it with us. This year you have given me some many creative ideas - I even made a button tree last night (just one of the projects I've been inspired to make!) Have a lovely Christmas and a very happy New Year. x

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  21. Christine Villacarlos says…
    12/23/2007

    Happy holidays to you and to your wonderful family, Ali! You have an awesome style! I love reading your blog and looking at your wonderful creations!

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  22. Lisa says…
    12/24/2007

    Wonderful projects. Always a real pleasure to browse. I really love this photo mosiac too.
    Happy holidays!

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  23. Kimberly White says…
    12/24/2007

    Ali, just wanted to wish you and your family a very blessed Christmas! Thanks for your inspiration this morning and throughout the year! Kim

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  24. Cass Morgan says…
    12/24/2007

    Merry Christmas Ali and Family!
    I've really enjoyed keeping up with your Christmas festivities ... more than you know!
    Do you not use a Mac computer? How do you create the collage? I know Picasa etc has collage capabilities, but it's not compatible for Macs .... which for some reason I thought you have! Would love to know your tricks!
    Enjoy, enjoy, and utterly savor each moment over the next few days ... we'll be checking in!

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  25. noelia says…
    12/24/2007

    Ali, just wanted to stop by and wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! All the best for your family in 2008 and thanks so much for the infinite inspiration you provide on a daily basis.

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