No snow? No problem. We’ll be on the back porch enjoying the sunshine and a hearty meal this Christmas.
There’s no need to buy greenery when you’re at Cedar Hill. I just grab some clippers and head to the nearest cedar tree. The red berries are also plentiful here.
The chandy is from Decor Steals. The red and white napkins are kitchen towels from Ikea.
I’m using my Cedar Hill silverware with the C and H.
I used red burlap ribbon from Pick Your Plum for my chandy, and added some sprigs of red berries.
I love sitting around this antique table.
I wonder about those that sat around it years ago. Did they enjoy their Christmas meal here, or did they use a fancier table to celebrate this special day?
I had so much fun filling my antique pine dough bowl (really more of a box) with all kinds of goodies –
cedar boughs, burlap ribbon, deer antlers found on the ranch, more red berries, silver ornaments and battery-operated string lights.
I love the way the light glints off the silver ornaments as the sun sinks across the western sky.
Old wine bottles hold more evergreens and berries.
As the sun sets the lights begin to sparkle.
All so pretty, can you believe the warm temps we are still experiencing. Hardly feels like Christmas. Will add your new address to my reader.
So pretty Anita! Love the dough bowl filled with Christmas cheer!
Anita,
I just tried adding your new address and it says its not valid. Is anyone else experiencing this?
Thanks Dawn, the blog was a little wonky yesterday, so hopefully it will work in a few days. It’s still on blogger so things should smooth out. I’ll be checking to see if I need to do anything more, but I am guessing, it’s just them.
So, so gorgeous! Love the simple touches of pure, natural beauty. Have a wonderful weekend, Anita!
Everything is so beautiful….what a great place to have a Christmas dinner too! I love your dough bowl….it is fabulous! Have a great weekend :o)
~Des
Very lovely. I’m inspired to get decorating.
Boots & a beautiful Christmas table, two great new posts. You never disappoint! I want boots for Christmas so Cavender’s will get the business. Happy Friday!
Stunning tablescape! I wish I could walk into your pictures and grab a seat!
Jeanine
Hi Anita, wow this is so inviting! I love all of the natural elements, and especially that you can find them on you property! That makes it meaningful!
xoxo
Karena
2012 Artists Series and Giveaway from The House of Edward!
Very pretty, rustic and simple! I love that. How nice to walk out your door and find bits and pieces of nature to decorate with!
XO,
Jane
Really love the decor and it’s only made more special by your
wonderful setting.
I would looove to have Christmas on your back porch, it’s so gosh darn pretty!
It is all so beautiful Anita! I would love to hang out there! I didn’t know that cedar trees got red berries. So perfect for Christmas time! We have a bunch of holly trees full of red berries in our neighborhood. I need to find some places to tuck in a few sprigs.
Oh to have that space to sit and dine..
I’m in love with the whole ranch
idea… lucky girl, from this city
girl….
Sandy
It all looks amazing! Between the sparkly lights and the stars after sunset…it really is magical! Can you set an extra space?
Anita what time is dinner? everything looks amazing have a great weekend
Pattie
So inspiring.
Xx
Dore
Anita, what a beautiful setting! I am trying to figure out what I’d like to do out back this year. This is great inspiration. Only in Texas can we be approaching December 1st; and it’s nearly 75 degrees!
SIGH! This is heaven, isn’t it!!! It sure feels like it!!! There may be no snow, but it has it’s own Christmas beauty!!!!
This is so pretty! I love the greenery and red and white napkins! Gorgeous! I love the chandy too!
Everything looks so beautiful…the napkins, the silverware and the greenery. Wonderfully done!
Do I need to resign up for email posts due to the new blog address?
Bliss
Anita,
It all looks beautiful (as always). Love the table…chandy..dough bowl (box) and the soup tureen. Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Blessings,
Linda
All of your Christmas decorations are so pretty!
Have a great weekend!
A gorgeous spot to spend the holiday meal!
Brenda
Your porch was so inviting…every element was presented in such a thoughtful way. Just beautiful. Who needs snow?
Make me want to pull up a chair… so relaxed with all the natural elements. You are right, no fuss needed.. just relax.
Cheers, Gee
such a beautiful setting, love it all…and the photos and lighting, just gorgeous!
Anita,
Gorgeous natural setting for Christmas on Cedar Hill Ranch!
I adore how the white ironstone pitcher filled with greenery and red berries pops off that blue vintage chair!!! Your wooden box filled with antler sheds, greenery, silver and minilights is stunning!!!
Thank you for reminding us of the Simple JOYS of the Season!!!
Fondly,
Pat
I can’t imagine a lovelier place for Christmas dinner. 🙂
Truly amazing lady!
Very nice Anita! Your bits of cedar look wonderful and I bet they smell great! Looks like a great place to be for any season!
i just love love everything you did on your porch, found, new and antique!!!!
Such a beautiful blog today Anita. It really makes me want to see Cedar Hill Farmhouse. You live in such a wonderful location. Your porch is simply beautiful.
How beautiful the weather and your table was when you first posted this! It’s warmed all the way to 36 degrees here in San Antonio today. Oh, holy night!!!
Anita, love this! The little blue bistro chair reminds me of Nice. Your tartan (Outlander) Christmas inspired me to do my own. The house is so pretty and makes us so happy to be home.
Love your blog and great decorating advice. Merry Christmas to you and your family!!!!!
Elizabeth Brown
Every detail is perfect. I would love to spend an afternoon just enjoying this beautiful setting.