The First Signs of Christmas

Tomorrow will be my 38th birthday and as I found out that Bo didn’t plan any work we’ve decided to drive up to England to do some Christmas shopping. Now what’s a better Birthday gift for me? Before I leave I want to show you the one room that’s Christmas proof.

I don’t believe in a one coloured Christmas, I decorate according to the colours I use in my home. This article is in German but if you put it in Google translate you’ll get to know about the multi-coloured trend that’s going on right now. Well I’ve been multi-coloured my whole life, literally that is.

I mix vintage with homespun. I’ve made the paper garlands myself and tied a Christmas tree on the Jag, like everyone does. It’s just so funny …

I stuff the room with many coloured candles and lit them when it’s dark. I place pink hyacinths in cups for the lovely flowers and the lovely smell.

The pink wire basket is from Ferm Living and my latest treasure, it’s so beautiful!!

And I dress to match the room. Boy I wish it was Christmas all year round.

See you in a couple of days xox

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  1. I wish you a safe journey Yvonne, and a wonderful 38th when it arrives. 38′s a great age to be, I should know ;) Thank you for sharing your home, I especially love the tree tied to the Jag. Inspired….

  2. So beautiful when you decorate your home in such a personal way! Have a lovely birthday and a wonderful trip to England, Yvonne!

  3. It all looks so beautiful and Christmassy!! :)

  4. Alvast gefeliciteerd Yvonne en een hele fijne verjaardag en heel veel plezier samen met Boris in the UK! Gezellig :) XOX

  5. This is beyond beautiful & inspiring. And super happy:-) Hugs from Munich!!

  6. *absolutely p-e-r-f-e-c-t- ** I had a BIG smile on my face as I looked through your beautiful photos…very inspring….and very perfect! *Merry Christmas* from Vancouver, British Columbia

  7. sooooo pretty! love the jag. have a great xmassy wkend in blighty!

  8. Love your style, Yvonne. So fresh and inspiring. Happy birthday for tomorrow and Merry Christmas from New Zealand.

  9. Love your Jag! That is one of the prettiest rooms I’ve seen with all it’s Christmas decor!

  10. Absolutely lovely ! Have fun in England and enjoy your birthday ! :D

  11. Prachtige decoratie! En gefeliciteerd met je verjaardag morgen!

  12. Gefeliciteerd, hoe lang rijden ju;;ie erover naar Engeland, london, ben er erg benieuwd naar.

  13. Huis lief huis says:

    Wat maak je toch mooie plaatjes. Die kerstboom is prachtig.
    Gefeliciteerd en veel plezier in Engeland!

  14. Wow wat een schitterende decoratie! Echt geweldige kleurencombinaties en wat een gave kerstballen!!
    Van harte gefeliciteerd en veel plezier in Engeland!

  15. Wow wow WOW! It looks so amazing! Hope you have a wonderful birthday and a great time in England. x

  16. Hoera! Gefeliciteerd met je verjaardag! Geniet in Engeland :) En wat een prachtige foto’s! Die kleuren…en die jag met kerstboom…superleuk!

  17. Een hele fijne verjaardag en veel plezier op je christmasshoppingtrip.

  18. One word – GORGEOUS x

  19. You’re such an inspiration! You and Jutta of Kootut Murut have made me wish for a more colourful home where I’d feel happier with all the colour around me – and I’ve started taking the first steps. I think your Christmas looks just delightful and happy and absolutely so homely!

    The little tree cracked me up -genius idea!

  20. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
    I loooooove your tree!

    xx

  21. Happy birthday! Ik hoop dat je een geweldige dag hebt gehad!

  22. Happy Birthday! Have a great time in England, it’s cold and damp at the mo, so wrap up!!

  23. Happy birthday! Happy shopping! Your Christmas house and colors are beautiful, enjoy the season:-)

  24. Such a beautiful home. Hope you had a fabulous birthday yesterday. x

  25. every inch of this room is gorgeous! and a Happy Birthday to you!
    xo

  26. The is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for sharing–and happy birthday!

  27. Gefeliciteerd! En wat een prachtig interieur heb je, erg inspirerend!

  28. Such clean and crisp Christmas decor…love it! Just wondering about background music…any favorite Christmas songs? These are a few of my favorite things! Merry Christmas!

  29. Hoera met terugwerkende kracht. I LUUUUVVVEEEE the christmas tree on the Jag, well done. Humor in the home is hot! groetjes Jacqueline

  30. Have fun and enjoy your birthday+shopping!
    I hope to see you soon ;-)

    ps. may I ask you where your table came from? I’m looking for something similar…thanks!

  31. Your home is elegant and Beautiful!! Merry Christmas and Happy Birthday wishes!!

  32. LOVE the jag! Have a great birthday shopping spree, and share it with us please. My tree has all the decos I’ve collected over the years just piled on. I adore Christmas.

  33. Mag ik vragen waar je het kerstboompje (dat boven op de auto ligt) vandaan hebt?
    Alvast bedankt!

  34. simply love it!

  35. Hello! Your blog is very inspiring! I love the Christmas tree on the jaguar! I will surely do that on my fiat 500 model!

  36. Belated happy birthday Yvonne, hope you had a great day :)

  37. Wat een heerlijk huis heb je toch, helemaal mijn ding! Enjoy de Kerstdagen!

  38. Prachtige boom! Dank voor het delen! lfs, Femke

  39. Yvon! Die lieve, mooie, gezellige dames op dat groene doek. Wie schilderde dat? Ik ken een grote Fan ;-)
    Fijn weekend!

  40. What a sweet, beautiful home you’ve created Yvonne! I love the dog/cat basket under the tree. This year I convinced my kids that it was ok to have a smaller Christmas tree and put it on a table. We got one yesterday and it looks great, but I was wondering what to put under it.

    Thanks for sharing.

  41. Sprookjesachtig en in harmonie!Ben verliefd op jouw interieur.

  42. Wat een leuke blog! Mag ik vragen waar de lampen boven je eettafel vandaag komen?

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