Friday, December 19, 2014

Christmas Kitchen & Family Room

 Hi there friends!!
Today I'll be showing you some of the Christmas cheer I added in the Heart of our Home...
the kitchen and family room. 
This is one big open space...it's where you'll find us spending most of our time!

 I kept the decorations pretty simple in the kitchen because I added this lighted garland and real wreath to the window this year and it makes a nice statement all on it's own!

 Here's a pretty night shot...and can you see I tweaked it a little too by adding the pretty red glass ornaments. 
I can never leave anything as is!!


 Can you tell how much I LOVE red! 
It's a color that stays around my home even after Christmas.
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Now let's head on into our family room.

 Looking in from the breakfast area...




 This is the third year we have a real tree in here...we love it! 
It's a 9ft. Frasier Fir...it's smells divine and holds it's needles well!
 Thanks so much for stopping by today!
If your new to Northern Nesting I would love for you to follow along!
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43 comments:

  1. Susan' Hearts and FlowersDecember 18, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Your kitchen is beautiful. I love the garland over your kitchen window. You are right it does make a statement all on its own. You did the right touches to make your kitchen festive for Christmas. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!

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  2. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 18, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Hi Martina,
    Your kitchen and family room looks so lovely and festive.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  3. FABBY'S LIVINGDecember 18, 2014 at 8:45 AM

    Hello Mrtina!
    I love your family room and kitchen; you decorated everything beautifully and just right and all the red is happy and bright and makes for such a lovely festive area of your home for the holidays.
    Enjoy the most beautiful time of the year. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
    FABBY

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  4. FABBY'S LIVINGDecember 18, 2014 at 8:46 AM

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  5. FABBY'S LIVINGDecember 18, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Hello Mrtina!
    I love your family room and kitchen; you decorated everything beautifully and just right and all the red is happy and bright and makes for such a lovely festive area of your home for the holidays.
    Enjoy the most beautiful time of the year. Merry Christmas to you and yours.
    FABBY

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  6. AnonymousDecember 18, 2014 at 8:53 AM

    Hi, Martina! I love your kitchen and I especially love it at Christmas time! Your window all decorated up looks marvelous! Your home is just so beautiful!
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  7. Sonny GDecember 18, 2014 at 9:45 AM


    you've created a lovely holiday home, Martina.. enjoy every moment of this special season in joy and good health.

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  8. Sherri S.December 18, 2014 at 9:45 AM

    Beautiful! I love all your red and plaid. I am a red and plaid gal, even after Christmas. Where do you get all your lovely plaid table runners? I love the light hanging above your table as well!!

    Merry Christmas...
    Sherri

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  9. DeseraeDecember 18, 2014 at 9:52 AM

    Your kithcen and family room are decorated beautifully!!! I love the lighted garland and wreath above the sink....so beautiful!!!
    ~Des

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  10. KellyDecember 18, 2014 at 9:53 AM

    Everything looks so pretty and cozy. I love the garland and wreath in the kitchen window. I also like your checked placemats on the table.

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  11. DD's CottageDecember 18, 2014 at 9:58 AM

    Love the lights and greens above the window and all of your decorations. The red and white ribbons is lovely too!

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  12. Pinky at Designs by PinkyDecember 18, 2014 at 10:06 AM

    The kitchen and family room look BEAUTIFUL!!! The tree is PERFECT! I looked but can not see where the cord is for your lit wreath on the fireplace? Looks fabulous! MERRY Christmas!!!

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  13. Calypso In The CountryDecember 18, 2014 at 10:33 AM

    I love both rooms and all the RED! So pretty, Martina! We got a Fraser Fir this year too! We always have a real tree. Your home is definitely festive and ready for Christmas!
    Cheers! - Shelley

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  14. Jennifer @ Dimples and TanglesDecember 18, 2014 at 10:52 AM

    Martina, your kitchen and nook would be gorgeous without one single thing in them... but all dressed up for Christmas? Spectacular!!

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  15. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRDecember 18, 2014 at 11:31 AM

    Your home looks so pretty, Martina! Love the pops of red. It's subtle; but, adds such a festive touch! You have decked your halls beautifully!

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  16. Laura @ duke manor farmDecember 18, 2014 at 2:07 PM

    Bith rooms look so festive and pretty. I love that merry christmas ribbon. We do a real tree each year .tradition that the kids pick it out.

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  17. AnonymousDecember 18, 2014 at 3:08 PM

    Your kitchen and family room look gorgeous!!

    Kathy

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  18. Leslie HarrisDecember 18, 2014 at 4:38 PM

    Martina your home looks so festive and warm!!! I'm such a fan of red too. And your floor plan looks perfect for a family. I love having the kitchen connected to the family room. The cook gets to be part of all the action :)

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  19. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageDecember 18, 2014 at 4:47 PM

    Your kitchen looks so festive!! Love the garland on top of the window! What a wonderful idea!

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  20. NanaDianaDecember 18, 2014 at 6:53 PM

    I would live in that room, too, Martina. It flows beautifully from kitchen to family area. I love everything you've done there but that swag above your sink is something I just LOVE! xo Diana

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  21. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsDecember 18, 2014 at 7:06 PM

    Just beautiful, Martina! I love that garland over your window. You're right, it is perfect without adding much more to your kitchen décor. I also love the little green tree in the ice bucket.

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  22. Something Nice and PrettyDecember 18, 2014 at 8:27 PM

    I'm the same Martina, I can't leave it alone either.:) Tomorrow I'm doing the top of my hutch, I just love doing it all don't you?
    I do like the red glass ornaments and the placemats on your table, I'm starting to use red too! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  23. Brenda PruittDecember 18, 2014 at 8:47 PM

    Just the right amount of Christmas pretties in your kitchen. You KNOW I love red!
    Brenda

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  24. chateau chicDecember 18, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    Your kitchen and family room look beautiful, Martina! I'm loving the lighted garland in the kitchen and the wreath. Your splashes of red look so pretty for Christmas.
    Mary Alice

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  25. AnonymousDecember 18, 2014 at 9:53 PM

    It all looks so festive and beautiful, Martina. I love the red ornaments suspended from the garland in your kitchen.

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  26. Beth @ Mary Beth's PlaceDecember 19, 2014 at 12:35 AM

    Wow, gorgeous decorations! You've made everything look so warm and inviting! Hope you have a very Merry Christmas, my friend! xoxo

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  27. Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLizDecember 19, 2014 at 6:59 AM

    Everything looks so festive! I like the window garland (that must have been fun getting it up there!) love that wire cloche with the skates underneath! Your real tree looks perfect! Fraser furs are a nice strong tree and hold the ornaments on so nicely! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

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  28. Maria ElenaDecember 19, 2014 at 7:01 AM

    What gorgeous spaces you have created in your home! The Christmas touches are beautiful in both rooms. Love the window garland! Merry Christmas!

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  29. UnknownDecember 19, 2014 at 7:35 AM

    What a gorgeous family room in kitchen, it all looks so cozy and inviting. I love all of your Christmas decorations, especially how beautiful the garland looks above the kitchen window. We have had a real tree ever since we moved to NC and you are so right it smells wonderful! Merry Christmas Martina : )

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  30. ANNEDecember 19, 2014 at 8:27 AM

    Oh it's so inviting and beautiful! I love your style of decorating!!

    xox

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  31. Celestina MarieDecember 19, 2014 at 8:35 AM

    Hi Martina, your kitchen overlooking the family room is gorgeous and perfectly decorated. Love the window garland and the ice bucket tree is wonderful.
    Every detail is so welcoming.
    Have a great weekend.
    Hugs

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  32. JunkchiccottageDecember 19, 2014 at 8:38 AM

    Swooning Martina. Everything looks gorgeous. I know you are loving being in this beautiful space for the holidays. Merry Christmas.
    Kris

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  33. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleDecember 19, 2014 at 8:40 AM

    Looking cute and festive, Martina. Love the pops of red plaid and what a beautiful tree.

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  34. JoAnneDecember 19, 2014 at 8:41 AM

    The garland over your kitchen window is beautiful, Martina. I bet it gives your kitchen a wonderful glow at night. And those little skates under your wire cloche are adorable!

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  35. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneDecember 19, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    LOL...I am the same way Martina. I think I am done with something but then NO...I have to go back and fiddle and tweek...that is the fun part for me with decorating! Your kitchen is darling and I love all your pretty pops of red. I am still plugging away at mine but I better hurry up Christmas is only 6 days away!!! Enjoy your beautiful heart of your home and wishing you a very Merry Christmas!!
    XO Barbara

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  36. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsDecember 19, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    So, so beautiful Martina...love all of your gorgeous holiday details and love red too....the family room looks so festive and the red in the room just fits right in with your holiday decor!....Merry Christmas Martina!!

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  37. Leslie @ Segreto SecretsDecember 19, 2014 at 1:20 PM

    Your kitchen lends itself so well to holiday decorations! I love the little garland and ornaments above the kitchen window!
    xo. Leslie
    Segreto Finishes

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  38. KarenDecember 19, 2014 at 2:43 PM

    Martina your kitchen and family rooms look so beautiful. It's like looking at a magazine spread. You do a such a great job.

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  39. CynthiaDecember 19, 2014 at 2:48 PM

    Gorgeous Martina, love that garland and the greens in the bucket. Your home is always a favorite of mine. You don't miss a thing

    Cindy

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  40. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeDecember 19, 2014 at 4:18 PM

    Me too Martina...love the color red! Beautiful as usual! So comfy, welcoming and you are definitely ready for Christmas!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  41. Barbara JeanDecember 22, 2014 at 1:48 PM

    wonderful wreath in frame.

    so fun here!
    Blessings
    Barb

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  42. must love junkDecember 22, 2014 at 6:39 PM

    Martina, your home looks truly lovely dressed for the holidays! Love the pops of red :)
    Susan

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  43. UnknownDecember 22, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    Everything looks perfect Martina! I really love the dishes above the cabinets. So pretty!

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina