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    Christmas in the Dining Room

    By: Jane · Updated: 1 Feb, '15 · This post may contain affiliate links · 13 Comments

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    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    Hello friends! I'm back showing you more of Christmas in the dining room. Slowly, but surely, I'm getting the whole house decorated, and it feels good to have this room done. So come along and I'll show you what I've done in here.

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads
    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    The table is all set with our Gardening Santa tablescape and the cupboard is filled with Christmas pretties. Most of the things that I've used to decorate it are things that we've had a long time or vintage items that I've found over the past few years at the auction that we attend regularly. Here's a little closer view of the items on the shelves. I have started a collection of milk glass, and I've displayed some of it here. On the third shelf are vintage Santa cups. I was so excited to find 2 tiny ones that are the smallest ones that I've ever seen.

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    But my pride and joy is this Santa pitcher! Oh, isn't it handsome! 

    Gardening santa tablescape | cottage at the crossroads

    And I love how each Santa has a different facial expression. 

    Gardening santa tablescape | cottage at the crossroads

    I've also displayed four of these small bowls. They are new and I picked them up at HomeGoods, but they have a vintage look, don't you think?

    Gardening santa tablescape | cottage at the crossroads

    Here's a little vintage deer that I picked up from the auction. When I say "picked up," that literally what I mean. Oftentimes items are unwanted and left behind and I come along and snatch them up. My sister-in-law Jean is real good at finding these little treasurers, too. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    Speaking of my sister-in-law, she gave me this piece of milk glass. Isn't it pretty? It's beside another vintage deer.

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    And here is its mate.

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    On the top shelf are some little candleholders with Santas on them along with some  little bowls that I picked up off the ground. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    Another vintage Santa is beside a bottle brush tree. All discards from the auction. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    On top of the cupboard are some skinny Santas that my mother gave me years ago. I've always liked their Old World look.

    Gardening santa tablescape | cottage at the crossroads

    The corner cabinet and the server are decorated with a mix of mostly old but a few new things. On top of the corner cabinet is an old Santa that I've had for about 20 years. He's mixed in with our collection of old jugs and stoneware. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    Everything on the server is a few years old, and if you've been following our blog for a while, you've probably already seen all of this. But one of my tricks is to move things around and display it in a different way each year. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    The deer are wooden, and I love how rustic they are. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    This year I gave them new bows and some vintage white bells for their necks!

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    The mercury glass candle holders have been used on our mantel for a few years, but now they're over here, outfitted with some battery operated candles that flicker like real candles. 

    Christmas in the dining room  | cottage at the crossroads

    Very realistic looking and create great ambiance!

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    Over on the corner cabinet I have my Winterberry dishes displayed along with a vintage little tree. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    Our dining room is separated from our living area by two dividers that have shelves on the ends. 

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    I've added a few wintery looking displays to them.

    Christmas in the dining room | cottage at the crossroads

    On top of the dividers are poinsettias and lanterns filled with ornaments. 

    Gardening santa tablescape | cottage at the crossroads

    And in the corner is the old high chair with a new coat of paint on it, waiting on its newest user to arrive Christmas Eve! 

    I hope you've enjoyed seeing our Christmas decorations in the dining room. Today I put the final touches on our kitchen today and I'll be showing it soon. And this weekend we'll be hosting a giveaway that may take care of one of your gifts this year. So stay tuned!  

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    1. Glada

      January 12, 2015 at 10:02 pm

      I always look forward to your seasonal decorating. It's so homey and inviting. I hope to make your fabric hearts this year for Valentines Day. Thanks for sharing.

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    2. Laurie @ Vin'yet Etc.

      December 16, 2014 at 8:37 pm

      That high chair stole my heart! It's styled perfectly! Your home is full of Christmas magic, I can just imagine the fun and laughter there with your wonderful family all around you! Have a special Christmas my friend, I'll be seeing you (virtually) in the New Year! xoxo Hugs and kisses and hello to Leo please! 🙂

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    3. Yvonne @ StoneGable

      December 14, 2014 at 9:53 pm

      Jane, your hutch is gorgeous and so full of Christmas cheer! You attention to detail is amazing! I love that pitcher too!

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    4. Jean Windham

      December 14, 2014 at 7:43 pm

      The dining room decorations are pretty. I really like the wooden deer and I don't remember them before. The green bows look fantastic. The dining room is festive. Jean

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    5. Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage

      December 14, 2014 at 9:48 am

      Jane,
      I am swooning over all your decor. I just saw your beautiful tour over at Pamela's. Love all your gardening Christmas decor. So beautiful.
      Kris

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    6. Anita Ward

      December 13, 2014 at 6:28 pm

      I love the way you decorate with vintage items!!!!! My way too and since I have found your radio station, I listen to it all the time!!!! Thank you and I pray you and yours have a Blessed Christmas!!!

      Reply
    7. Donnamae

      December 13, 2014 at 5:54 pm

      Looks beautiful...I especially love your buffet! 😉

      Reply
    8. Kim

      December 13, 2014 at 5:12 pm

      Love all the vintage decorations you have and the traditional red and green!

      Reply
    9. Marlene Stephenson

      December 13, 2014 at 3:33 pm

      You have a nicely decorated home, thanks for sharing and have a Merry Christmas.

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    10. Peggy

      December 13, 2014 at 2:16 pm

      Your dining room is lovely. Your milk glass collection is fabulous! And I love all the Santas.

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    11. Mary Ann

      December 13, 2014 at 11:26 am

      So beautiful!

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    12. Lauren

      December 13, 2014 at 9:03 am

      What a beautiful dining room Jane! I love all of your holiday decorations, the beautiful colors and vignettes, especially those adorable deer! Wishing you and Leo a very Merry Christmas : )

      Reply
    13. Jean

      December 13, 2014 at 8:04 am

      Wow Jane, you are amazing!! Your dining room is beautiful!!

      Reply

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