So yeah, that’s a lie.
No chimney.
No fireplace at all, actually, much to my serious dismay…
We had an amazing stone fireplace/mantel when we lived in New York and then again, a beautiful marble fireplace and wooden mantel when we lived in Michigan.
Here in Idaho- we get zilch along the “stockings to hang” scheme of things…
Anyway, I don’t spend a lot of money on Christmas decor. I find a piece that I really love and I’ll add it to our “collection” (which is small.) This ICE (glass) valance and the advent calendar are my two FAVORITE things… {i love that star too. I do have a bitter one that hangs on the wall at Christmas time as well.}
And, not that I’m bitter or anything, but those of us who are mantel-less have to be creative and just pretend anyway…
And, even though the Army has him stuck in Germany, Lucas’ stocking is hung by the- er, classic literature with care…
And lastly, more ever green garland, (which smells AMAZING, since we do an artificial tree) and snow flakes over our dining table…
Post note… i love dangling, glittery snow flakes. Just thought you should know that. :)
Rainy Day in May... 
Love your decorating taste!!! Have I mentioned it before? If not, I should have!Rita t
Humm, next year you need to help me with my mantle. I feel guilty that I don't take more time with my long, deep, beautiful mantle …(chuckle)
At the apartment we lived in before buying our house (13 years ago this month, wow…) there was a fireplace (albeit a non-working fireplace) complete with mantel. Every year, as the holidays approach, I miss that apartment!