I am sooo excited. I get to see Cath (and my parents and Troy!) in just nine (NINE!) days! Woohoo!
I’m not sure if we’ve told you, but we’re all meeting in Paris for about a week, and then they are all coming here to Edinburgh for Christmas!
I’m poorer than poor at the moment because of all the costs for the upcoming Paris hootenanny, but I wanted the flat to look and feel Christmasy for everyone. So I had to use a bit of ingenuity and creative muscle, but I pulled off some Christmas decor for £22 ($35) including a tree (it’s teeny, ’tis true). Some of the items I got free courtesy of my oh-so-generous mother who sent a box full of goodies. She bought me twin versions of what she used in her house (you can see them in this post).
As you can see, I went for a rather masculine look this year: pink, sparkles, white glitter blubs (can’t get anything less practical than glitter baubles!). Really I “blame” it on our fireplace covering. How are you supposed to decorate with a light gray, light pink, and gold tiled fireplace?
This tree stated “2 ft.” on the packaging, but I think after years of following the metric system they confused 2 feet for something else: 20 centimeters perhaps?
Oh and look! I decorated outside for you guys too:
Edinburgh looks even more gorgeous with a dusting of snow. I’m all for it, Edi, but you have to promise to not make it impossible for my family to get here. I’ll stop complaining about your windy, wintry ways if you promise not to ice too much. Deal?
I hope your holiday season isn’t too busy, everyone! I know Cath is uber busy and stressed leading up to her departure to Paris. We’ll have to make sure to de-stress with copious amounts of butter and chocolate.
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Dear Kitcath,
Here is Peckham’s storefront, so you and Troy can take a gander at what sorts of beer they carry:
Matt tried the one on the top left: beet red it was!
I can’t wait until we can go beer hunting together (well, beer hunting and charity shopping — good combo, I think). Now as for American football, that might be trickier to find. How does Troy feeling about curling?
9 DAYS!!!!!!
LOVE,
Larbar
LOL, I love the 2 ft. tree.
Not too shabby for being broke! Looks festive indeed.
~F
I wish I could come visit too! You’re home looks so festive and fun!
This is still way nicer than how my crappy mantle looks – fake garland with ornaments just smattered about. And “no touchie, please” because it isn’t like I secured any of it!
Welcome to the miniature pink Christmas tree club!
I was actually contemplating getting another one, but Matt already has rolled his eyes at the first- muahahaha. might do it anyways!
your place is looking adorable!!!
so cute! you did a great job on a budget!
Beautiful! I’ve always had a soft spot for small trees. Ours is like 2.5 ft and almost round looking! Rolly poly 🙂
Lar, Your mom has excellent taste in decor! I love those owls! And I think you did so well with the fireplace decorating! And, ahem, I love what you did to the outside! hee hee hee.
♥ laura
the blog of worldly delights
A-dorable. Hope you’re enjoying the Holiday season and have fun in Paris!!!
Please allow me to direct your attention to a portion of the picture above; which is basically the only reason I am even agreeing to go to Scotland at this time of year (love you guys 🙂
no worky?
I love your decorations, I think the colour scheme works really well! The little pink tree is hilarious, it’s so cute!
I love the Christmas tree! And your decorations are so pretty! I’m glad Scotland is going well 🙂
Aww, that little baby tree is super cute! I think it packs just as much design “punch” as a big tree. Your place looks great!
ooh I miss peckhams so much. The one in Glasgow is all gorgeous dark wood and lovely wines and cheese. I was so happy when I got a decent job and I could afford all their lovely goodies.
great inspiration! love the first pic!
thanks for sharing!
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we are owl twins! have the same little guy in my living room 🙂
happy holidays!