Last December, when I decorated my home of 7 years, I knew it was going to be our last Christmas there. I wasn’t sure where we would be going…but I knew that was our last Christmas in our home. And it was sad.
But thank you Lord, everything has worked out! This year, we are celebrating Christmas in our rent house. After 9 months of living here, it really feels like home now. Next year, we’ll be in the new house, so this is our one and only Christmas in our special rental…and we’re going to enjoy every minute of it.
We couldn’t go through the Shades of Shay without talking about my house at Christmas…it’s very important to me!
Now…my kids have pointed out several times that I only used about half of our Christmas decorations…and that would be true. Since all of our stuff is in storage, I only pulled out half. If you want to see the other half, check out last year’s post in our old house here. We usually put up two big trees and a lot of other decor, but this year, we’re being a little lazy…isn’t that what you’re supposed to do when you’re in-between homes? I think so.
Here’s a peak inside our one and only Christmas at the rent house…
We have garland going up our stairs…
Our entry table.
A look into our family room.
Because you can never have too many colored lights laying around…
We already have some presents wrapped and under the tree! I was lazy and didn’t even “top” my tree this year (I’m taking a break, remember! It’s good to take a break occasionally!). I love the little snowmen on the bottom right. Smith hung those there and every morning, he “checks” on them.
My favorite room in the house…where I spend a lot of time whipping up Christmas food!
I love my new sign! My friend Amy made it and unfortunately, she doesn’t want me to share her contact info (I think she likes just making me signs). However, I’m sure someone on Etsy could create one for you too.
My kids love having their rooms decorated! They love, love, love it! This year, I bought them new flannel Christmas sheets and I so wish they came in a king size…because I would have them on my bed too! (And yes, I also bought Ashby some!) Andrea made Kensington that sign for above her bed :).
And sweet Smith’s room :).
I have collected Christmas decorations for 10 years, so I’m sorry I can’t specifically link to each item. My stockings, sheets, and tree skirt came from Pottery Barn Kids though.
Thanks for stopping by the rent house!
I have a yummy Spicy Chicken Corn Chowder on the foodie blog today…
…so simple and so delicious!
Slightly Askew Designs says
Glad you're taking a "break" this year – because I have a feeling next year will be EPIC! Can't wait 🙂
Also Love K's banner (duh!) and can't wait for it to hang in her and Luke's house one day – hehehe.
natalie says
I have king size Christmas flannel sheets! Got them at Belks! Love!
{Jessica} says
Your Christmas decor is so warm and cozy – which is my very favorite kind!:) Thanks for sharing, Shay!
Kate at Green Fashionista says
I love that the kiddos even have Christmasy sheets 🙂
Beautiful decorations!
Jen {Whimsy at Heart} says
Your house looks beautiful! Now, can you come over to mine & get it decorated? 😉 I'm feeling super unmotivated to get mine done this year! My favorite is your kitchen…you can really tell that you spend lots of time in there cooking up a storm!
Sabrina says
Looks beautiful Shay!!! I love the snowmen on the bottom of the tree and how sweet is it that Smith checks on them everyday!!!
dresselfamily.blogspot.com says
oh It brought a tear to my eye, I really hope little Ashby will be with you next year 🙂
it look warm and inviting 🙂 I love the holidays!
you need to do a post about your new home, and give us a sneak peek 🙂
dresselfamily.blogspot.com says
oh It brought a tear to my eye, I really hope little Ashby will be with you next year 🙂
it look warm and inviting 🙂 I love the holidays!
you need to do a post about your new home, and give us a sneak peek 🙂
Tammy says
Love your decorating !!!! I love everything about Christmas, ornaments, food, family, friends, decorating and Jesus !!!! Happy Tuesday 🙂
Blue-Eyed Bride says
It looks so good!! You'll never believe this but we have the same stockings 😉 we put up a tree at Nana's last year and I'm so glad we did. It was smaller and a little different but it wouldn't have been the same without a tree. This year we're moving into our house on December 3, so you better believe the first order of business is watching the Griswolds and putting up my tree! 😉
Annie Cox says
Do you just replace pictures that you gave already hanging with holiday ones? I ask because my husband refuses to hang a bunch of pictures because of holes in the wall (strange). I know he would not be happy if I did it just for Christmas. Your house looks very festive! I can't wait to put my decorations up this week!
Mix and Match Mama says
Yes! I don't add extra holes, I just replace items with the seasonal things!
V @ X-tremely V says
It looks festive and inviting 🙂 Can't wait to finish decorating our house!
Babygirl says
Don't know if you venture to walmart much, but I bought some king size flannel sheets there this weekend, that are great. not necessarily Christmas sheets, but definitely very winter plaid 🙂
Hannah, Here! says
So cute! I love how your entrance looks like a candy cane!
Rachel says
Beautiful!
I love the kids' colorful skinny Christmas trees in their rooms, and their sheets 🙂
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Sheaffer {Pinterest Told Me To} says
Love seeing your house all fancied up for Christmas. But what I REALLY can't wait for…to see the house next year. I think I just want to come live with you from about November 15th on. M'kay?
Maryellen says
Everything looks beautiful and very festive. I love the bed sheets.
I agree – I'd enjoy those myself.
Happy Thankgiving
Jenna {Real Simple Girl} says
Your house looks so great!! I can't wait to put my Christmas stuff out this weekend! I was dreading having to put away my fall decorations, but now I'm inspired to get to it!!
mel @ the larson lingo says
Your house looks DARLING!! We have the same pottery barn kids stockings. Love all your decorations! Mine will look like that…on Friday 😉
Ashley @ Fancy Ashley says
It all looks so FABULOUS!!!!! The LPs love having their rooms decorated too! So much fun!!! I need to get moving on putting up our decor! I want it up as long as possible!!! 🙂
Jaren says
So festive and fun! Love those antique dressers in your kiddos' rooms! Gorgeous!