Christmas Bling In The Dining Room . . .

I'm finally finished with Christmas Bling 2011!

Today I'm featuring the dining room.

If you've been reading my blog you may remember my post about

 "red and white inspiration" for decorating this year.

I made the window valance with a tablecloth I made several years ago.

No sewing!  I just folded it over the tension rod.  Simple!

The table runner was made by cutting some fabric with pinking shears.

Again, not sewing!  

Red napkins were folded to make a place mat for the plates and scalloped dishes.

I found the red and white ornaments at Hobby Lobby for 1/2 price.
The little red snowflakes are from Target's $1.00 section.

The only new things in the centerpiece are the 1/2 price snowflakes from Hobby Lobby
and the real, mini candy canes from Target.

Side table decorated with old porcelain pitcher and
 Santa cream & sugar set . . .

Sweet angel and hurricane lanterns . . .
My sister, Mary, gave me the lantern about 27 years ago.

The china hutch . . .
The milk glass cake stand belonged to my grandma Ruby.

Nestled in a corner of the dining room is this tree for the grand kids.
Most of the ornaments are unbreakable and
safe for them to play with.

My plans for today include a lot of REST!
I'm pooped! I'm going to drink another cup of coffee,
 read the paper and enjoy the fragrance of the red velvet cake candle
 Kari and Bobby gave me last night.

Enjoy your Friday!

I'm linking with
Debra for Christmas Block Party, Vintage Inspiration Party
Courtney for
Feathered Nest Friday ~ Holiday Vignettes 
Kate for Flaunt It Friday
The Tablescaper for Seasonal Sundays
Marty for Table Top Tuesday
Kristen for Share Your Creations
Tablescape Thursday
Kelly's Korner for
Show Us Your Life ~ Christmas Tour of Homes