Merry - A Handmade Seasonal Guide Dec 2015 | Page 30

SIMPLE HOLIDAY CHARM BY SARA SYRETT As Christmas approaches, I wanted to give you a tour of my family room. It’s been a true labour of love. This year I wanted an atmosphere reminiscent of driving down an old dirt road blanketed with snow, Holiday music on the radio, and a tree strapped to the top of the car. This is a time of giving and joy. Christmas is also a time to make memories and what a better place to create those memories than in an atmosphere like this. I wanted to simplify my decor this year. As I sat in my garage, going through all my decorations, I found so many distractions. I chose to edit down and create a woodland farmhouse style Click photos to see more of this story on Twelve and Main 30