This is what Christmas looks like at my crib

I had a vision of a beautiful Christmas tree with white lights and perfect decorations.
I later caved & agreed that Christmas trees should be tacky and the large lights are a must.
Next year, Charlie will have a real tree. 

I thought the vertical blinds needed some Christmas spirit

I wanted to make a wreath out of grapevines and berries but I opted on sprucing
this little swag that I bought at Michaels. 

Brown paper + sewing + printing out different floral patterns = a lame art project that I started to
keep me sane. 

A stocking for Charlie's dad, mom and of course himself. 

Cinnamon smelling pine cones + old mason jar = the perfect inexpensive centerpiece for your table

Christmas balls + vase = The perfect inexpensive Christmas decoration
(It only cost me $2.50 for the balls and I was able to use the rest of them on the tree)  

I'm a sucker for penguins (& squirrels, owls, alligators, etc.)  so I wound up having to get this little guy. He was inexpensive AND he isn't breakable. Perfect for when Charlie starts getting into everything next year.