merry christmas!

This is by far my favorite time of year. I love decorating my house, getting Christmas decorations, getting cards in the mail, and celebrating everything else that goes along with it being Christmas. Every year I try to get my holiday decorations up a little earlier and keep them up a little later. I tell my husband, "Of course there is such thing as a Thanksgiving tree or a Valentine’s Day wreath!" One of the things I love about this time of year is that some of my favorite patterns in fashion appear in my home décor too.

Tartan

Tartan is the quintessential pattern for the Christmas season. I first think of all the adorable pillows, tree skirts and clothes that utilize this pattern, but it's also easy to work it into your holiday fashion. For our Christmas card this year, I opted to have my girls wear matching tartan dresses.

Buffalo Check

I could wear buffalo check all year long. I would have the pillows sitting out in my house all year as well, but, for some reason, it still seems just a little bit cuter at Christmas time. A great way to add this pattern is to find or make a table runner. It’s a cheerful way to add the pattern to your house.

plaid shirts just make me so happy. I wear so much plaid this time of year. For some reason, I don't end up making my girls wear head-to-toe plaid all winter, but I should. The pattern is so easy to incorporate into your home décor and your wardrobe. Plaid pillows, table runners, tree skirts, blankets, table cloths, candle holders; the list could go on. It is another great pattern that does not have to be out just once a year.

Cable Knit

Cable knit sweaters are the perfect cozy winter pieces. They are also a great way to add some texture to your Christmas décor by grabbing a throw and draping it on your couch. When I think of these I always think of red, grey, or cream chunky knit blankets. We have one at our house that was made by my husband’s Grandma. I love seeing it sit out this time of year.

Houndstooth

Houndstooth seems like a silly one for me to add to a list of Christmas patterns because I have a houndstooth couch in my home that sits out all year round. It is usually a dark and light pattern and from far away you do not see the detail of the pattern. The best way to incorporate this pattern into your look is by adding a houndstooth scarf. I love a large patterned houndstooth pillow too.

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Makeup Brushes

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Real Techniques bold metal brushes are great items to consider. These have sleek and elegant metal (gold, silver, rose gold) handles with soft bristles. The brushes are not only well made but also budget friendly.