Wednesday, November 9, 2011

~The House of Trees

 

If you’re looking for some inspiration this year on some Christmas tree decorating  look no further, I think you’ll find it here!

My friend Mike has a very special talent, he can take a simple tree and turn it into a magical  centerpiece with hundreds of twinkly lights and beautiful ornaments.

When you step into  his home you feel  as if  you’ve stepped into an enchanting storybook, bringing you back to your childhood days.

Martha Stewart has been a big inspiration for Mike, he uses many of her ornaments from her holiday collections intertwined into many of his trees.

This 1st grade teacher  has an eye for all that is beautiful & bright!

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Are you inspired?

Blessings, Bonnie

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26 comments:

  1. debbiedNovember 9, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    This is the most stunning display of Christmas I have ever seen. I just can not pick a favorite tree. I want them all!!!!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS PICS!!!!

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  2. Patty ♣November 9, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    Very inspiring! I love to see what others can do! Thank you for the pictures!!

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  3. AnonymousNovember 9, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    WHY IS YOUR HOME NOT IN THE PRIMITIVE MAGAZINES??? THIS IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL I HAVE SEEN..

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  4. Lisa Berberette, The Pumpkin LadyNovember 9, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Every picture looks taken from a magazine....and this home should be featured in every last one! beautiful! Makes me want to move to New England even more!!!!

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  5. AnonymousNovember 9, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Beautiful - Stunning - Gorgeous - So much talent and creativity! Love each and every tree and decoration inside and outside! Come decorate my home for the holidays!!

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  6. CaseyNovember 9, 2011 at 7:10 PM

    All this in ONE house?!? Puts me to shame, for sure.

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  7. brendasNovember 9, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Oh my gosh!! What beautiful photos of a beautiful home!! The snow is falling softly outside here in Minnesota tonight and after seeing your friend's home all dressed for Christmas, I am certainly feeling the Holiday Spirit!

    Thank you both for sharing your talents with us!

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  8. debbie francisNovember 9, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Debbie said
    I love the pictures and all of the tress and decorations it makes me want to start putting up mine as well. This should be in a magazine for sure. Hope you have a blessed Christmas. and remember Jesus is the reason for the Season

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  9. ~Judy~November 9, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    WOW! I have never seen so many beautiful trees under one roof! How lucky for you that he is your friend! Lots of great ideas here. Thanks for sharing this.

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  10. lilybetsNovember 9, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    This is pne of the most warm and elegant Christmas home that I ave ever seen in my life...what a beutiful dog at the least,I love dog!Could you decorate also her or him ?

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  11. Allicca Torres-QuirionNovember 9, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    OWhh, Thanks so much for sharing this, I live in Maine...and you make me soo proud, I am feeling the love in each photo, I too will share .. it with others..

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  12. AnonymousNovember 10, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    Greetings from Scotland! What a lovely page! Lots of inspiration!

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  13. suzeeezNovember 10, 2011 at 4:47 AM

    WOW !!!!!!!!!!

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  14. Raymond HomesteadNovember 10, 2011 at 5:40 AM

    Oh my gosh, what a winter wonderland! Inspiring for sure! I can't imagine all the work that he did! Thanks so much for sharing!!!!!!

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  15. Deppen homestead 1862November 10, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    So many trees~ very inspiring~
    Thanks for sharing the beauty~
    smiles
    Teresa

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  16. JaneneNovember 10, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Inspired indeed! Seeing this eye candy and listening to the Christmas music playing is most certainly getting me in the Christmas mood! Thank you for the inspiration!

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  17. AnonymousNovember 10, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    Mike is truly talented! What a gift, to be able to create such seasonal beauty! I can only imagine what brings to his students as well! Thanks for sharing this!

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  18. teachfirstNovember 10, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    Thank you Bonnie for taking such wonderful photographs of my home.... Maria and I are very pleased with the way the spread looks... You too have an eye for things..... Love reading all the comments left by your readers... Thanks again!! Maria and Mike...

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  19. Angie Berry ~ Berry Homespun PrimitivesNovember 10, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Wow, that is incredible!!! Definitely puts my 7 trees to shame, goodness sakes! Much, much talent, that's for sure! You took beautiful pictures too, thank you for letting us see them!

    Btw... newest follower. Actually, I thought I was already following you but realized I wasn't. I picked a good post to start with! =]

    Have a delightful weekend~

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  20. TrishaNovember 12, 2011 at 1:02 PM

    Unbelievable talent, Mr. C!! You need to open your own place in town. Absolutely amazing. Thanks for sharing!

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  21. My Colonial HomeNovember 12, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Goodness...what a gorgeous home and the decorations are just awesome.
    I was taken back with each picture...Such bright and twinkly
    Karen

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  22. EarleneNovember 13, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    O CHRISTMAS TREE!!!
    That was unbelievable and so beautiful!
    Thanks for sharing this amazing home.
    Earlene

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  23. oldthingsNovember 14, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    wonderful photographs !!!!

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  24. UnknownNovember 15, 2011 at 3:18 AM

    I've had the awesome privelege of actually BEING in this home with all of it's beauty and festivities! It truly is a place of warmth and comfort. Mike is a gift himself and the joy he exudes in all he undertakes is admirable and contagious. I'm happy that the rest of the world can experience the joy of the season through these beautiful photos. Blessings to all!

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  25. Y1MNovember 19, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    Bonnie...Yes, I'm inspired. BEAUTIFUL!!!

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  26. AnonymousDecember 22, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    Such beautiful pictures. It would be hard not to be in the Christmas Spirit in this house. My son was blessed to have Mike as a teacher in first grade and he is as wonderful a teacher as he is a decorater. Happy Holidays!

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I love hearing from you!~Blessings, Bonnie