It’s officially the most wonderful time of the year, and over the next few weeks I’ll be sharing some of my personal holiday traditions starting with how we kick off Christmas by decorating our tree. At the Rye house putting up the tree isn’t just about the tree, but rather celebrating the joy the season brings. We start with what’s most important; pouring some mulled wine and setting the mood. Christmas has a smell to me, one that evokes memories of snow filled days and cozy nights by the fire. Thymes Frasier Fir is that smell. So I always have about a dozen Frasier Fir scents happening from candles to diffusers (I mean have you seen the pinecone candle?!). Once we’ve accomplished that warm and toasty feeling we drag every bin and box down from the attic and lay each ornament out to determine their perfect Christmas tree placement while a constant stream of holiday movies play in the background. Sometimes we finish decorating in one evening sometimes it takes days as we break for fireside chats and friends who drop by. Regardless, it’s probably my favorite tradition as it represents what’s most important; time spent together. Tell me, how do you kick off the holiday season? Truly, MKR
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*This story was in collaboration with Thymes, a brand I love and adore. Opinions are 100% my own. || All images original to Waiting On Martha
Beautiful and inspiring, as always!
Thanks doll! xo
I absolutely LOVE that ornament, and that pine cone candle is pretty sweet! My husband and I finally bought a Christmas tree (a fir) for the first time last year (we’ve been married for 5 years), and it made all the difference! I totally get you on having that smell surround your home. Growing up, I used to love the smell of pine; it made stepping on those prickly needles on the floor totally worth it! I can’t believe it is almost that time of year. I like to kick it off by listening to the Temptations’ “Silent Night” and looking for pretty holiday cards.
I absolutely love Frasier Fir! I look forward that smell every year. I’m afraid to admit I’ve been listening to holiday tunes on Pandora for the past week; maybe a wee early but I just can’t help myself, the best time of the year always goes too fast. Looking forward to baking up a storm and enjoying time with family and friends, and a glass or two of wine 🙂
Cheers!
-Caroline
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Yessss, Frasier Fir is my favorite during the holidays! I love their diffuser which really spreads the smell throughout the house for months!