Welcome to our holiday home!
Can you believe Thanksgiving is behind us and now it’s Christmastime? It seems that everyone is starting early this year, which I happen to love. Twinkle lights and candles make everything seem magical. Lynch Creek Farm is sponsoring the home tour again and has graciously offered to do a giveaway. They supplied each of the participating bloggers with wreaths, garlands, or a beautiful centerpiece of their choice. And you can win a wreath like mine! Keep reading for more details. The entire home tour featuring 27 bloggers is organized each year by the girls at Eleven Magnolia Lane and Jenny of Evolution of Style. Christy & Amy have it so together that they actually have a 2018 Holiday Planner that you can download. I’m for sure downloading it for next year, because I have to be honest here…my photos are a little dark and that’s because I waited until the last day to finish decorating and take photos…and it’s a rainy day. Our new house has the best light on a sunny day. But it sure is cozy on a rainy or snowy day. Ahhh, if only that rain would turn to snow! If you are visiting from Abby, Just a Girl and her Blog, welcome!
A holiday front door
A holiday home tour must start at the beginning…the front door. Decorated with the beautiful wreath from Lynch Creek Farm and of course my white Sharpie water-based paint pen! Because we recently moved and we can’t quite find all of our holiday decorations, Madeline and I made gingerbread cookies in the shapes of houses for ornaments. We sliced some oranges and baked them to dry out so we could make a garland for the kitchen and add a few to the tree as well. I purchased a few things like metal houses, a tray, some very inexpensive silver ornaments, tiny evergreens and, of course, candles. My theme this year is a Scandinavian Christmas. Because after all, it is the most hygge time of the year. We may be in a new home, but that’s all the more reason to invite friends and family to celebrate. A little added pressure this year because of the festive neighborhood we moved into does caroling through the streets. Most of the homes are decorated inside and out in the anticipation of this event.
The Frame TV using our favorite Christmas card photo from 2001
For Christmas art we used a favorite photo from our 2001 Christmas card. It was Thanksgiving weekend and when the snow started falling I quickly thought this could be our chance to get our Christmas card photo. We dressed the kids and sent them out the door and naturally they started catching snowflakes! I used the entire roll of film and of course, the best photo was the very first one. Now 17 years later and we can upload it to our Samsung Frame TV.
A simple dining room in shades of black & white for a Scandinavian Christmas 
When Madeline and I went to Copenhagen, we loved that they used candles in the restaurants and coffee shops all day and night. Many of the cafes had shelves stocked full of pillars. Why hide them? Without candles, there’s no hygge. According to The Little Book of Hygge: Danish Secrets to Happy Living, Denmark burns more candles per person than anywhere else in Europe. Each person burns around 13 pounds of candle wax every year! I think we must be part Danish.
I love these trays by Habit + Form from Terrain. I use them all over my house and in the kitchen. This one holds branches I cut from a large hydrangea tree in the back yard, a simple scalloped pot with a tiny evergreen also from Terrain and of course candles. I stock up on candles at Ikea.
This is one Christmas decoration that will always find a spot in our Christmas house. Brent bought this years ago in Germany and we enjoy it every year. This one is pretty cute too!
May your holidays be filled with candlelight and twinkle lights!
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Following you both! And I love your home!
So pretty. I love your fireplace, such a statement and your dining area and table setting is gorgeous. Beautifully done.
Your home is so inviting, Annie! That fireplace is the epitome of cozy, loved every detail. Thank you so much for sharing it with us!
I just moved, and I have been playing the endless game of “where in the garage is…” ;). No way I’m getting ready to decorate, I find myself playing this game often! The wreath would look perfect on the door and would create a sense of calm that I have been sorely lacking.
I liked the photo on both sites.
Annie, it’s just gorgeous! I must be part Danish, too, because I burn candles constantly. They really do make a difference in my mood! I’m going to have to buy the hygge book to read over Christmas because the concept fascinates me. I always enjoy your tour and am so glad you could join us again this year!
Christy!
Thank you so much for including me again! I think you’ll love the book, especially at Christmastime! I love how you named your house the MCC! Mint Chocolate Chip…perfect! Off to light candles….enjoy your evening!
xo
Annie
Love your home tour! I was already following you on Instagram, and now, I also followed Lynch Creek Farm.
following both on Instagram!
I love your new old house Annie! I cannot believe how much you have done already! Especially love your dining room. It has a really scandi feel and is perfect with your art work.
I’m inspired for sure ;)))
xo kel
Oh Kelley! You are waaaaaay ahead of me in getting stuff done at your new house. Every time we do one thing, something else needs doing…isn’t that always the way? I love seeing every glimpse of your new CDM house and Kiki!!
I loved learning about the Dutch and candles. Your Christmas theme is so beautiful in its simplicity!
Such a beautiful home, Annie! I love your style! It’s fun being “on tour” with you this week!
~Abby =)
Hi Annie, I am now following Lynch Creek Farm and have been following you, on Instagram. Always love your posts!
Hello!
I already follow you on instagram and just began following Lynch creek farm 🙂 Your home looks great! As the daughter of a Swede I’m all for the candles and fresh greens!!
Oh yes…lots and lots of candles and fresh greens! What’s the trick to keeping them fresh though?
Annie, I adore everything!! Your porch with the new beautiful lights, the little houses, fresh greenery everywhere, the sweetest picture of the kids from 2001 and all the twinkle lights and candles! I’m going to start using my candles every night like you do – it really adds coziness and beauty. ❤️
Candles add instant hygge! I am loving my black and white stripe runner…as you can see! I’ll also be sing it year round! And love the ribbon too! Hope you are enjoying the holiday season in beautiful LA! I can just picture all the lights around your part of the city!
This is soooo lovely, Annie. I wish I could sit in your cozy dining room and drink coffee with you! I would love to win the wreath! Heading to Instagram now to follow Lynch Creek Farm!
I so wish you could stop by for coffee and a walk on a regular basis! I miss you!
Love your style and holiday home! Thanks for sharing
Thanks for the tips and inspo! Hope I win!
Love every bit of your new home. It looks very welcoming and cozy. I just started following Lynch Creek Farm and I would love to win a wreath!
I love your new home Annie! Everything looks festive and bright! Maybe you don’t want to find your ornaments. I think I will do that one year!
cindy! You’re right…I gave up on looking for the boxes! I kind of like it with just big lights! My kids will not like it though…
Your home is stunning for the holidays, Annie!! I’m always inspired by your ideas because they are so relatable and simple to do. I marvel at how quickly you’ve moved in, settled and have decorated!!! It must be so fun to be in your new place!! Can’t wait to see more!! Xoxoxxox
Hi Mary-Irene! It has been a process, but having our kids home for the holidays was a good motivator to get things organized! Hope you are enjoying the season with your sweet family!
I follow you both on IG. (agratefulattitude)
I follow you both!
Your home looks stunning. All of the gorgeous greenery is getting me in the holiday spirit! Also, that wreath is amazing! I would love to win one – I am officially entered 🙂
Alyssa-Lynch Creek Farms has the most beautiful things and everything is so fresh and stays fresh well past the season! This is my second year and last year it lasted until February. I took off the bow and enjoyed the green on my black garage.
You’re new home is beautiful! I’m doing a black and white Christmas this year too. I always love your front door.
I would love to see your black & white Christmas! Have you posted it on instagram??
Following you both. Great job on your cozy holiday decor.
Thanks Elizabeth!
I followed you both on Instagram! @colleen_marie_designs
Following you all on Instagram and I would love to win something cool from lynch farm. Your style is fabulous and hygge is my favorite word!!
Thanks Laura and I know what you mean…cannot get enough hygge! Lighting more candles…
I follow you both on Instagram!
Your fireplace with those candles is just gorgeous! Love your holiday home tour!
Your home is so beautiful. I would love to wake up there every morning. *swoon*
I follow you both on Instagram as @norma_watson
Annie your new home is lovely, warm and welcoming! I love your black and white Scandinavian dining room and your fresh greens and branches with ornaments on your table. Hope you enjoy Christmastime with your family in your new abode!
Wow Annie! Your new home seems perfect for your style. Everything looks so festive in a simple, sophisticated way. I love the gingerbread and your abundance of candles. My fave part has to be your gorgeous front door! Happy holidays!! Enjoy it in what sounds like is a super fun neighborhood!!
Just lovely! I especially love all your black and white! Merry Christmas to you!
Beautiful! Love the black and white…..and the simple Christmas touches!
Would you please share the source of your dining room chandelier? It is lovely in it’s simplicity.
Hi Jean, It’s the Fairmont Chandelier from Serena & Lily. Here’s a link: https://rstyle.me/n/deqqzwb49sx
What a delightful and cozy holiday home tour! Annie Diamond’s Scandinavian Christmas theme resonates beautifully, especially with the touch of homemade gingerbread ornaments and the warmth of candlelight. The story behind the Christmas card photo from 2001, now displayed on the Samsung Frame TV, adds a nostalgic charm to the festive ambiance. The mention of the Danish influence on hygge, with candles playing a significant role, makes me want to embrace that comforting tradition in my own holiday celebrations.