Christmas on the farm

This year I had the distinct pleasure of decorating a stunning farmhouse for the holidays as part of the Exeter Area Holiday House tour to benefit Womenade of Greater Squamscott. Thankfully, I had lots of talented helpers alongside to help me create a magical holiday setting. The tour was a HUGE success to say the least and my heart is filled, knowing that we raised a significant amount of money for people in need.

The original farm sign

The home itself is a beauty, sitting up on a hill, overlooking the Exeter river. It's wrapped in history, from once serving as an Angus farm, then as a Montessori school. Now it's been restored back it's original purpose, a warm and friendly family home.

A chalkboard coffee table is perfect for storytelling

I decided to treat the home to a little bit of what I call "rustic glamour". Using lots of natural elements and recycled products and then adding a touch of bling! 

A touch of sparkle!



Photo credit: Jaye Carr

We decked the halls using lots of greens and loads of twinkle lights. It smelled and looked delicious!

Photo credit: Jaye Carr

 
 
For a little out of the ordinary, recycled and rustic charm, we built a Christmas tree out of books. The stunning wall décor you see behind the book tree are paper mandala's and are handmade by Victoria of Open Book Studio. She repurposes broken books into works of art....very, cool! Click here to find her on Facebook.


Photo credit: Jaye Carr

To embellished a lonely corner under the stairs we created this one-of-a-kind piece, and filled it with holiday sparkle.

 

And of course, nothing brings the warmth of the holiday season to your home like a beautifully decorated tree!

 

 

 

For more photos from our festive farmhouse, and holiday décor inspiration, hop on over to my Pinterest page!

 

Warmly,

 

Renee

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

'Tis the season!

Well, not really...but believe it or not, here at +Mandeville Canyon Designs we are already thinking about the holidays! I am excited to announce that we have partnered with Womanade of Greater Squamscott to organize the first annual Exeter Area Holiday House Tour! The event is scheduled for Sunday, December 7th, 2014 from 1-4:00pm.

All proceeds from this amazing event will be given to Womanade of Greater Squamscott, and ultimately given right back into our community. This incredible organization is able to help men, women and families who are in need of short term financial assistance. Money is given without any red tape.

So, you ask, why am I writing about the holidays in June?? For many of us here in NH, it feels like Old Man Winter practically just left!  Well, my friend, we are currently in the planning phase of our event and are asking for community support. We are presently accepting applications for homes to be featured on the tour. Our goal is to find an array of house styles and designs that are as eclectic as the residents of our community. Each home will be partnered with an area designer to help the homeowners bring that "ooohh and ahhh" to their holiday décor.

We have already received lots of support from the local community and businesses in town, such as Churchill's Gardens and the Inn by the Bandstand.

In fact we already have one fabulous home that will be featured on the tour, plus one other surprise....but if I told you what it is that would sort of be like peeking at your gifts before the big day!

Think about it...Maybe it's time you opened up your doors and showcased your home? What could be better than having your home beautifully decorated and ready to receive guests weeks before the holiday hoopla begins? 

If you would like to learn more about the Exeter Area Holiday House Tour please check out our website or find us on Facebook.

It's sure to be a fun and fabulous event!

Renee