Simple Vintage Chalkboard Christmas Tree

vintage clip-on earrings as magnetic christmas tree ornaments

The chalkboard wall in my entry foyer got Christmasified.

framed chalkboard tree with vintage clip-on earring ornaments

Because I used magnetic primer under the chalkboard paint, I was able to turn a bunch of vintage clip-on earrings into magnets to use as ornaments on our chalk tree.

My Christmas decorating plan this year is based on simplicity.  In years past I’ve spent so much time decorating to celebrate this holiday that I’ve left myself little time to actually celebrate.  With two kids, ages 6 and 8, the excitement level is on high and I want to savor these precious moments.  So this year, I’ve vowed to sprinkle little bits of Christmas cheer around the house and then sit back and enjoy the magic of the holiday (with a hot cup of eggnog coffee most definitely in hand!).  And honestly, these little sprinkles of holiday cheer have brought me and my family more joy than the huge displays I’ve done in previous years.

vintage chalkboard christmas tree

May the pure joy of the season fill your hearts and homes for the King was born to give us a life worth living!


*Linking up at Savvy Southern Style

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  • Simply adorable! I was just saying the same thing to my husband last night. I don't want to be stressed over decorating and shopping this year. Less is more!

  • So smart! I always have a hard time writing beautifully on our chalkboards (comes off more like chicken scratch!) But maybe I can handle drawing a tree! I love the magnets, they're beautiful!

  • I love it! I am so making one this week with the magnetic primer and all.
    Enjoy your blog very much.
    You are very smart to take the time with your young children. The years pass by so quickly, but I am now enjoying the smiles and laughter of grandchildren.

  • Totally love this! I'm struggling with the balance right now too…both my girls' birthdays are about 2 weeks before Christmas so I fear my stress level is about to go through the roof. Trying to keep it all semi-simple so I don't lose the magic of it all.

  • I love this post for many reasons! It's so cute…the little ornaments are adorable. Mostly, though, I love the last line in your post. So true!

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