For the first time ever, we are decorating in red and green and white this year.
Yes we are!
Not the classic red & green, but a bit more of a modern red & green.
It’s was my daughter Hunter who wanted a red & green christmas this year.
Last year, when we were undecorating, she asked if we could have more of ‘Dr. Seuss Whoville’ look next Christmas.
And when I asked her what her interpretation of a ‘Whoville’ christmas was, she said, ‘Candy, red & green’.
So, red & green it is!
We have decorated in blue & green for 10 years now, and although I love that colour scheme…
I agreed it was time for a little change.
This was how the mantel {piano top} looked last year.
I put the branches away as they have been there in one form or another for the whole year.
Here the brances were all prettied up for Fall 2011…but now it`s time for a rest.
I created a little vignette of trees, Mr. Owl, along with pine cones, books and pops of white.
I am loving this change for our house this year.
{And yes, the wall colours is the same as last year, but as I edited the photo to get rid of shadows, the wall colour got more intense too.I like to photograph in natural light, but it is hard to get great light in this corner in winter!}
I cannot wait to decorate the tree this year in our new colour scheme!
For some reason, I always start seasonal decorating with the mantel….I guess because it inspires me and sets the tone for the rest of the house.
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Your daughter has chosen a terrific colour scheme and you have put it together wonderfully! It looks so vibrant and festive! Your blue/green combo was nice too but its fun to change things up – might do that next year too. Do I remember correctly that you had this idea last year in the post-Christmas sales? SO SMART!
DD
Your daughter made a wise decision in wanting red and green. You just can't go wrong. Love the brighter green you choose. Looks very merry!
So refreshing! Love the bright green and white to complement the red.
Merry Christmas, Angie!
Angie, it's beautiful! Smart girl you have.
The Whoville theme and colours are so fun and fresh! Looking forward to seeing more.
That's right, I remember you mentioning how your daughter asked for more of a Dr. Seuss look this year, Angie! I'm sure your tree will look fabulous. My mantel has been an issue for me this year. The mantel here in the new place is smaller and narrower than the two I had in my old house, so I've had to rethink what to put on it.
Love the new color theme, great idea Hunter and great job mom. xo
Looking great! Your daughter is so cute with her "Whoville" request. I think you've interpreted her idea very well so far! Can't wait to see the rest of your decor!
Loving the colors–and that white owl, oh my heart 🙂 Everything looks beautiful and cheery! Thanks for sharing this, enjoy your weekend!
Katie@Little Things Bring Smiles
Ohhhhhhhhh I love it!!!!!! Red and green are gorgeous!
Have a fantastic Sunday.
What a great mantle! I love how it's playful and cheerful, I'm sure it puts your whole home in the Christmas spirit! Please come and link this up to the Head to Head Showdown, going on right now at http://www.icantstopcrafting.blogspot.com I'd really appreciate it! ~Jen
I love the owl on the mantel!
Michaela @ coveredinmodpodge.blogspot.com
Great color choice! Everything looks so fun and festive. (Absolutely loving that owl–where did you get it?)
Love the modern take on Christmas decor! I'm totally about modernizing things myself. =) The colors are so happy and cheerful.
Looks beautiful Angie!
Your modern mantle is fabulous! I'd love it if you linked this up to my first ever Holiday Party!
http://ablondesdiylife.blogspot.com/2011/12/its-holiday-party.html
Very pretty! I love the "spunky" green you used- the perfect contemporary Christmas mix! Thanks for linking up.
It looks wonderful. LOVE the branches, love the owl and the green and red look great!
Love the bright colors and the clean look! Visiting from TT&J
Love the modern red and green! The mantle is such a homey place, no wonder you start decorating there! It is just lovely.