Thursday, December 18, 2014

My Christmas Kitchen

 Twas the days before Christmas
      and
            all though the house.
The creatures were stiring
except  this sweet mouse!
The aprons were hung in the kitchen with care,
in hopes that some baking soon would appear!

With the cookie jars full~


And the cabinets all pretty~


The candles were lit,



and Santa was ready!



Our goodies and tea are ready to try~



When we sit at the table and give a sweet sigh.



With light from the windows
and wreaths hung in place,


The kitchen is ready for it's seasonal pace.

With dinners to plan~
and vases to fill,

We'll share all our blessings
and a cup of good cheer!

Throw open the doors to reveal upon high,



Mistletoe waiting for each passer by.

Christmas in my kitchen is special each year
because of the love we find living here.


Like a wreath of good tidings with never an end,
I thank you for coming 
and
to you I send~
Big Christmas Wishes
to all my dear friends.


Blessings for your December days,
Celestina Marie

See you soon with more from the library/family room and hand painted Santa's from years past!

42 comments:

Dianna said...

This is such a clever post, Celeste. I love the way you have made up your own "Night Before Christmas" story and shared pictures of your beautiful home.

Betty said...

I love seeing how beautiful your home looks for Christmas. I think I need you to come over next year and decorate mine. HA! HA!

Sola Scriptura said...

Your clever wording sure brought a smile to my face as I read this post. Your kitchen looks so welcoming and festive :)

Anonymous said...

Aw, what a sweet post! Your house is just magical! I especially love the cute aprons. ♥

Julie Marie said...

Oh Celeste, your kitchen is just beautiful!... your home is filled with so many precious things... so many hold beautiful memories I am sure... I love your lighted Eiffel Tower... your vintage ceramic tree... your Cardinal platter... well, let's just say I love it all!... and your vintage aprons are so pretty!... by the way, I snatched some cookies out of your jars, hope you don't mind!... Merry Christmas dear friend!... love you, xoxo... Julie Marie

Susan' Hearts and Flowers said...

Celeste, you are so talented in every way. What a beautiful post. Your decorations are beautiful!! Merry Christmas my friend.

Jan Hermann said...

You are so witty - I loved the story...and all of your decorations. I'm most interested in what's INSIDE those cookie jars, filled to the brim!

Hugs,
Jan

Anonymous said...

What an adorable post! Your home is beautiful and so festive! Your kitchen looks like a Christmas Wonderland! Thank you for sharing your Christmas home with us!

farmhouse-story said...

love your table setting, celeste! everything looks like so warm and cozy:) darling post!

1Cardcreator said...

What a fun post, your kitchen is beautiful all decked out for the holidays. Hugs ~ Diane

Tina said...

What a wonderful post, Celeste...I read it twice. I love your kitchen decor, so cheery and bright.
Merry Christmas to you and yours!

TexWisGirl said...

so very sweet. :)

Valerie-Jael said...

It's all so beautiful, Celeste! Stunning! Hugs, Valerie

Debbie Harris said...

Everything looks so welcoming and inviting, Celestina.
Your " night before Christmas" was just darling.
It looks like you are enjoying these days in preparation for Christmas day, or Saviors birth.
Wishing you a blessed Christmas and joyous holiday season.

Much love, Debbie

Claudia said...

Hi Celeste, my dear friend,
your Kitchen is such a wonderful place! I guess, I would spend the most time in your kitchen ;O) Lovely decorated for Christmas, so warm and filled with love!
Sending Love and hugs and Chirstmas Blessings,
Claudia xo

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Oh your home is beautiful....Love the mouse pillow....but then, with such pretty things, it is hard to pick a favorite!

Junkchiccottage said...

Love! Just Love!
Kris

Alessandra said...

Also your kitchen looks fabulous and festive! The pillows with the sweet mouse is so pretty. The aprons are such beautiful and your tablescape is very inviting.Merry Christmas to you and your family
Kisses

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

Oh what a joyous POEM!!!!!!!

Celeste, I am late because I am proctoring finals and tomorrow is MY LAST! But do I ever have a ton of grading to do tomorrow morning!

Coming into your sweet space is putting a smile on my face, and with this cheer I send you a virtual hug and blessings. I CAN'T WAIT for my two week break! Much love, Anita

Castles Crowns and Cottages said...

P.S.I just adore your kitchen eating area with those arched windows!

Grandma Barb's This and That said...

I love your version of The Night Before Christmas. And, your decorating is so pretty
Merry Christmas!

NanaDiana said...

I love your take on this old story, Celeste...and you have the pictures to complete each thought.
Everything looks so pretty. I see a little pearlized white porcelain tree in the background there. That makes me smile. I had two of them and they BOTH broke during a move. I used to love painting that greenware back in the 70's & early 80's. xo Diana

Ginny said...

Awesome, Celeste, awesome! Your kitchen is amazing.

Liz@ HomeandGardeningWithLiz said...

Oh I love this post! Your kitchen looks charming and cozy- just my style! You have so many great treasures with great memories to each one I'm sure. Love the poem interwoven! Big Christmas Wishes back to you!! :-)

Donna said...

What a beautiful post, Celestina! I didn't know you were a poet, too:) Your kitchen is so pretty, love your gorgeous tablecloth and round placemats. It's hard to believe Christmas will be here in one short week!

decorayadora said...

Hi dear friend! Tu cocina es muy linda ,, adore todos los adornos navideños que ella tiene !

Jill said...

Absolutely beautiful! I so enjoy visiting with you! Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

Blessings,
Jill

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

You've decorated your kitchen so beautifully with all your treasures and lovely things, Celestina! Your table looks so inviting, too! Thanks for sharing it with us.
~Vickie

Judy at GoldCountryCottage said...

Celestina, I love this post. The Night Before Christmas in your own words and all the pretty touches of Christmas in your kitchen. All is merry and bright!..Merry Christmas..Judy

Mari said...

Your kitchen is just beautiful, but it's also inviting and charming. You are very talented!

cynthia lee designs said...

Love your Christmas kitchen...so pretty!! Love, love, love the mouse pillow...it's so cute!!
hugs,
Cindy

Dorthe said...

Love your story, Celestina Marie, and all your cheerfull decorating throughout your kitchen. The sugared apples and other pieces, the wreaths , and greenery, and all your lovely red accents for the Hollyday - so beautiful.
Hugs,Dorthe

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

Your kitchen is so pretty decorated for Christmas, Celeste! I love all the pieces you have used here, especially the teapots.

chateau chic said...

Very cute post, Celestina, and your kitchen looks charming and ready for Christmas morning!
Mary Alice

Little Miss Maggie said...

Very cute post. If I had your festive kitchen, I might even have to bake something. Happy holidays.

Anonymous said...

Oh, sweet Celeste, this was wonderful and I love your take on the poem. Your home is just a most beautiful place at Christmas (well, all year round). Your newly painted white kitchen looks so pretty all decked out for Christmas. I'm sending hugs, love and lots of joy for you and your family this time of year!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia :)

Brandi said...

Thanks for sharing a peek into your beautiful kitchen! I love it all, it looks so very festive. Merry Christmas to you and your family. So glad we got to connect this year. I truly appreciate all of your visits and comments. May you have a blessed New Year!!

Jillayne said...

What a lovely kitchen, all dressed up for the holidays! I love seeing all the prettiness that abounds in this room, Celestina - truly the heart of the home....

Jillayne said...

What a lovely kitchen, all dressed up for the holidays! I love seeing all the prettiness that abounds in this room, Celestina - truly the heart of the home....

Algodão Tão Doce said...

Olá amiga, hoje quero agradecer a Deus pelo dom da sua vida, e desejar a você e sua família
um feliz e santo Natal, cheio de saúde e alegria!!!
Que seu coração esteja preparado para receber o Menino Deus!!!
Um grande abraço, Marie.

Mary@mydogsmygardenandmary said...

Love the poem and everything looks perfect. You are one talented lady. This was a terrific post.
Hugs dear friend
Mary

Ivy and Elephants said...

Love the sweet poem to go with your gorgeous kitchen, filled with love and good cheer. Wishing you a happy and blessed holiday season.
Hugs,
Patti

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Celestina Marie
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Welcome To Rose Garden Market from Celestina Marie Design. It is so nice to meet you. My name is Celestina Marie named after my grandmother and my friends call me Celeste.My creative journey extends over 30 years enjoying the love of painting and redesigning vintage and new treasures. I love to go treasure hunting and the fun of finding great vintage pieces to redesign..