merry & bright.

[the story]

The Saturday after Black Friday LaVaughn and I went tree shopping-there is nothing like a real tree! We have grown tired of the fake tree we have had for the past 4 years, and it was time to go back to buying real trees for Christmas. The smell is amazing-and they just look better. Yeah, I hate the mess and trying to keep them watered-argh(LaVaughn really keeps it watered)! Lulu keeps hitting the tree with her tail when she is looking out the window, and needles are constantly falling from that...and a few ornaments.

[around the house]

I can't stop adding to the decorations! I had to get this pine cone wreath and a few more vintage ornaments-which I love dripping from the mirror. I have been a bit obsessed with taking photos of everything over the past few days. It's a great way for me to polish up on my photography-I have been learning some new tips from some great photography pins. I struggle with sharpness & noise-but when I find a spot with perfect light I am truly excited. It has been driving me batty not being able to get a clear, sharp, and bright photo of the vase with the branches & hanging pine cones/icicles-I have taken HUNDREDS of photos of just that...and from every angle. I just don't get why I am not getting the results I want, lol!!

 

[lulu]

No, Lulu. You didn't hear Santa coming...yet!

[can you see us]

I was all in Lulus' bed to get this photo!




[Q & A]

 

Caligirlfrtx said:

Hey Keisha, I was just up in NOVA on Sun. at Tysons, I didnt know there was a RH outlet! Where did you get the vases, I havent seen them at my Target, is that where theyre from? Love your decor!

Reply | Edit | View | Nov 28, 2012 on deals or steals.

Hello Caligirl...I love and hate Tyson's area...love the shopping, hate the traffic/construction!!! I was there 3x's last week doing some Christmas shopping. All that stuff was from Target! I was so shocked to see that there was still a few items left-they had marked it down a couple weeks before. I think what I found was probably backstock that was missed-lucky for me! Because it wasn't there a couple days before that-trust me...I am there way too often hoping for a deal!!

 

 

Ngj9600 said:

Kiesha, your home is so gorgeous! I just love it- should totally be on HGTV! And it makes me even more giddy to know that you are a bargain shopper, too! Love awesome clearance sales and sweet deals!!! Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful home and great finds with us! --Nitasha

Reply | Edit | View | Nov 29, 2012 on deals or steals.

 

Nitasha...thank you so much!! I am a total bargin shopper-if it is not on sale I won't buy it(period). I love to clip coupons and keep a stash of them in my purse at all times. I have even created a monster-my husband...LaVaughn is always asking me if there is a coupon or code or sale. And he gets a bit put-off if I don't have any extra discounts, lol. I used to love the outlets-but now they have turned into cheap quality product made for outlet stores-so I don't buy the stuff that they have TONS of in stock. I believe the more I save the more I can buy;-)

 

 

Holly Sloat said:

Love the ornament but I'm not going to lie...that hand in kinda freakin' me out!

Reply | Edit | View | 2 days ago on an ornament.

 

LOL, Holly...you are not alone! My friend says the same thing-I think it's kinda of artsy!!

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Comments

[Shay]

1.

OMG!!! Can I still say OMG??? So gorg. Everything is classic Keisha. Just beautiful.... Your pics have put me in the holiday spirit. Missing the snow and cold. Not very Merry or Christmasy on Guam (90+ degree weather everyday). Please let me continue living vicarously through you. Love the freaky hand in the other clips. Keep me smiling.....

[Heaven]

2.

Oh Keisha, wow is all I can say.. Just wow! You slay me with each new post LOL
I adore the vintage ornaments. I picked up a few myself this year from Crate and Barrel. Do you still shop at Ikea? Not sure if you even have one nearby. Target rocks! Love the home decor. Question, where's all your awesome rosettes from last year? :)

[Dorothy C.]

3.

GORGEOUS!!! Love everything you've posted this holiday season. Thanks for letting us into your home.

[Crystal]

4.

Long time lurker, first time poster. Miss Keisha you are uber talented. Is there anything you do badly? hehe
I have a few questions if you don't mind. I'm a young, newly married woman, no kids yet. Hubby and I just bought a brand new house and I'm having such a hard time keeping it dust free and clean. Your house always looks so perfect that I thought maybe you could do a blog about some of your cleaning, and organizing tips. If it's a stupid question, I apologize. Thanks in advance. Love this blog, it's my top favorite.
Crystal

[Nancy]

5.

OMG this blog is the best! Love coming here and seeing all your pretty everything.
I would def love to read some of your cleaning ideas, especially keeping up with a shedding dog. Thank u keisha.

[KathyandKenson Oscar]

6.

Keisha,

As usual, I adore your decorating. You make it look so simple. Haven't commented in a long time but wanted to say how much I adore your kitchen! I understand not showing the girls anymore but its been fun watching them grow up. As long as I can see Lulu, I'll be fine! Happy Holidays!
Kathy

[Bea]

7.

I too vote for cleaning ideas but I'd love to see some of your fav recipes.

[Tammy]

8.

mis k may I ask what kind of make up do you use?