Christmas in the music room…

I definitely went a different direction this year…

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I really wanted to use the Hemlock trees growing here and bring in the elegant country style my grandmother was so good at.

Snowflakes cut from old piano books and vintage Shiny Brite ornaments are all this little tree needs.

Some of the old ornaments ended up in glass canisters.

I used a large silver tray my mother gave me for the little tree, which is just a branch stuck into oasis.

Everyone here, from the 7-year-old on up, loves playing the organ. I really need to look for a pretty antique stool because you just can’t pump it standing up, and the one we use is not pretty:-)

Can’t you just hear “Silent Night” on the old 1886 organ? This was a recent gift passed down originally from a cousin of my grandfather’s. 

I really kept things pretty simple.

I rearranged the cabinet we made with family things including the doll my grandfather sent my mother from Paris during World War II, my dad’s 1956 Royal typewriter, a hat box my grandmother covered, and paint by number ballerinas she painted.

Lots of pink, blue, old silver and fresh greens really make it unique but still warm and “Christmasy.”

I love this time of year so much and really try to simply enjoy it here at home with my family. That’s not always easy, though, since we are musicians and this is our busiest time of year:-) Honestly, there are just times when you have to say no to things in order to keep your sanity and enjoy what really matters. 

That said,

I’m still working on my Christmas decor and have not even started outside yet. Ugh. Really, I’m keeping things simple, I just keep thinking of little projects to do that delay the overall progress, lol.

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24 Comments

  1. Marilyn
    December 3, 2013 / 10:27 pm

    I think putting the old ornaments in the jars is a brilliant idea! I've done the same with some of my mom's and leave them out all year long in a place that doesn't have any sunlight shining on them. Your home looks very welcoming and pretty.♥♫

  2. Pam - @diy Design Fanatic
    December 3, 2013 / 10:31 pm

    Your music room looks beautiful Anita! I love the little tree in the galvanized bucket.

  3. Patty Rumaker
    December 3, 2013 / 10:45 pm

    I love your music room. What a wonderful space to have and an organ! Who has an organ!? It is perfectly decorated for Christmas. Happy Holidays!
    Patty at Home and Lifestyle Design

  4. Unknown
    December 4, 2013 / 12:01 am

    Looks lovely, Anita. Love your tree!

  5. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLR
    December 4, 2013 / 12:22 am

    Anita, this is true perfection! I love your Christmas decor and how you have incorporated your family heirlooms! You always so such a beautiful job!

  6. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting
    December 4, 2013 / 12:23 am

    GORGEOUS Anita!! I love the trees in the galvanized buckets!

  7. Pamela Gordon
    December 4, 2013 / 12:23 am

    It looks very pretty, Anita. I love your little tree in the old bucket and the glass jars of vintage ornaments. It's a very busy time of year. Enjoy it!

  8. Blondie's Journal
    December 4, 2013 / 12:27 am

    If you can do it with your busy schedule, Anita, anyone can! Your music room looks pretty and festive. The small trees are beautiful touches along with all of your family treasures. I love the organ, it seems to like that little nook!

    XO,
    Jane

  9. Stacey
    December 4, 2013 / 1:02 am

    Your home is pretty at all times but the music room is just stunning for Christmas. I just love the silver tray and the ornament in the jar.

    I was listening to "Down in the Valley to Pray". Is that you singing? The video is amazing and the voice is beautiful. Love it!

  10. Dewena
    December 4, 2013 / 1:06 am

    I love it all! Makes me kind of want to pack up all my stuff. Maybe next year I'll remember your rooms.

    You have the gift!

  11. Stacey
    December 4, 2013 / 1:11 am

    Anita, I have been listening to your music on You Tube. Wow you are so talented.

  12. Shelia
    December 4, 2013 / 1:12 am

    Beautiful Anita!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia 🙂

  13. thepaintedapron.com
    December 4, 2013 / 1:34 am

    That is so pretty, I never thought to decorate our piano-it is off in a separate room- Must do!!! I love the off center fabric runner and the canisters of ornaments, so pastel pretty!
    Jenna

  14. Bonnie
    December 4, 2013 / 1:39 am

    My mother had an old fashioned pump organ too. I had it for a number of years but decided to donate it to the Historical Society in memory of my mother. Yours is very pretty.
    Christmas in your music room is very lovely. I look forward to more of your home.

  15. chateau chic
    December 4, 2013 / 2:03 am

    Your home is so lovely, Anita, and you have dressed it for Christmas beautifully!! I love all the memories you draw on in your home…makes it so special for you and your family!
    Mary Alice

  16. FABBY'S LIVING
    December 4, 2013 / 2:20 am

    Pretty Anita, to start you are so talented and your music room for the holidays is gorgeous! The silver tray is stunning!
    Enjoy a happy December.
    FABBY

  17. Unknown
    December 4, 2013 / 4:00 am

    Gorgeous!!!

  18. Sweet Melanie
    December 4, 2013 / 5:50 am

    Everything looks absolutely perfect, and I think you did quite well with carrying on your grandmothers legacy. I can't wait to see your tree!

  19. Christine @ Rustic-Refined
    December 4, 2013 / 12:20 pm

    It's all so beautiful….love it:-)

  20. Unknown
    December 4, 2013 / 12:27 pm

    Love your music room. Looking forward to seeing the kitchen! 🙂
    ~Liz

  21. Betty
    December 4, 2013 / 4:34 pm

    I love how you decorated, so beautiful and you have given me some ideas to use. I am decorating tomorrow.

  22. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)
    December 6, 2013 / 12:56 am

    Oh my goodness, so pretty!
    It's romantic, old-fashioned and just plain pretty..I love it!
    Cindy

  23. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life
    December 10, 2013 / 12:21 pm

    Anita, this is really, really beautiful. Thanks tons for linking to Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

  24. Linda
    December 29, 2013 / 12:43 pm

    Merry Christmas Season, Anita!
    LOVE your "O Holy Night". I'm listening while visiting with you on your blog. It has been awhile since I visited, so glad I found you again, through Pinterest.
    Blessings for the New Year,
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas