Decorate for Vintage Christmas With Me in the Dining Room

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  • čas přidán 26. 08. 2024

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  • @morninstorie
    @morninstorie Před rokem +6

    Thank you for the realistic video 👏 I come for the retro aesthetic and stay for the awesome person behind it 💛

  • @christmascarol1264
    @christmascarol1264 Před rokem +9

    Oh, God bless you, Emily! You sharing your heart and pushing through the pain is so good for your followers, but especially for you. We all have times like this, but often hesitate to share it. It's easier to hide than bare your pain for all to see. I've never met you, but I feel proud of you for being so real and vulnerable. You've touched our hearts!Wishing you a sweet and joyful season of celebration and a very Merry Christmas!❤️🎄🥰

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Awwww thank you so much for being so sweet! Merry early Christmas to you 🎄

  • @forgottotape
    @forgottotape Před rokem +2

    Thank you for being so genuine and opening your heart to us. As for your dining room decorations- it truly looks magical!

  • @alisonerickson1408
    @alisonerickson1408 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for sharing. If your little community is one of trusting and sharing and caring, that is the kind of place I want to hang out. 😊 I only put out maybe 10-15% of my decorations this year but just enough to feel the spirit. I don't live near family and don't go home for the holidays so it can sometimes feel a little isolating when everyone around you is having big gatherings. But there are beautiful things about the season and the lights and charming treasures really help, don't they? 🎄

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      It definitely is a wonderful community! That’s great you’re putting out a smaller % of decor that makes you feel comfortable. I hope you can enjoy the season and I’m glad you are getting in the mood ☺️🎄

  • @sarahbeck4116
    @sarahbeck4116 Před rokem +10

    Don’t apologize for being emotional! It’s definitely a part of life, ups and downs are always going to happen. I’m proud of you for trying instead of just giving up. You’re doing great and I’m so happy to see the Cooky Book! Sending love and light to you and I hope your holiday season still goes as best as it can for you. ❤

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Aw so true, thanks Sarah! I love the Cooky Book so much I have it our year round 🥹

  • @VintageThriftedTreasures

    My house has been a hot mess since moving in about 3-4 months ago. Try not to stress, take it one task at a time. I just recently discovered your channel through a short, and absolutely love your style! You have sooo many vintage treasures ❤

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Oh yay I’m so glad you found me and thanks for letting me know it was through a short. You hang in there too and I’m glad I’m not the only one with a hot mess house 😂

    • @loridamico3368
      @loridamico3368 Před rokem

      I just found your channel through a short also, love it!🎄☃️♥️

  • @susanpestello6962
    @susanpestello6962 Před rokem

    Sending a big hug from Painesville Ohio! I got divorced a few years ago and then my father died 6 months later and I still have twinges of sadness at the holidays. It’s mostly grieving what we once had as family and trying to navigate a new way to celebrate. I’m a creature of habit and tradition so new is hard even years later. One twinkling light at a time🥰🌲🥰

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so much for sharing, Susan. I’m so sorry about the loss of your father. I appreciate you and I’ll be thinking of you ❤️

  • @jodisampson4508
    @jodisampson4508 Před 11 měsíci

    Love all your vintage goodness! You have soo much,lucky you!! Love how you decorate with it all! Makes me happy just seeing it all.I only started collecting vintage Christmas a few years ago.

  • @katiemedina6777
    @katiemedina6777 Před rokem

    You are such a beautiful soul. Thank you for being so transparent and sharing your heart and home. I consider you a friend also! Thinking of you during this season!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so much, Katie. My friend! ☺️💕🎄

  • @mendvalen03
    @mendvalen03 Před rokem

    This space is magical I love it. Thank you for taking the time to share with us. You're time and content is appreciated. Have a blessed beautiful evening

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      You’re so welcome and I appreciate you too ☺️💕🎄

  • @chelseachristensen4876
    @chelseachristensen4876 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for being my friend as well!

  • @jandelovesbooks834
    @jandelovesbooks834 Před rokem

    Hi love just want to say thank you for sharing not only your beautiful deco but sharing you !I didn't notice that I was sad too till I was hearing you.I went to buy some new and old stuff instead of going back to my shed and pulling everything out.This year so much stress and sickness has made my lupus fibromyalgia increase in pain and much depression and anxiety.I had to tell myself it ok to let my body rest and it ok if I don't do it like before and that was very hard to do but I had too.My faith and the love of my love ones help me get threw and I send much love to you!

  • @alwaysjoie309
    @alwaysjoie309 Před rokem

    Don’t ever be sorry for being real! I have totally been there. Praying for you tonight. May you feel the peace of Christmas tonight!

  • @luckydude5860
    @luckydude5860 Před rokem

    Thanks for all the wonderful content on your CZcams, Instagram, and Blog! Please know you brighten our days with your smiles and beautiful decorating. We live in Jackson, Michigan, and you inspired us to visit Holland and that area of the state several times this fall, and we loved the thrift stores you recommended! We had not been to Holland since Covid, and visiting there is always a wonderful experience, a true quality of life improvement! Peace and love to you!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      WOW IM SO TOUCHED 🥹😭 thank you for visiting my town and my favorite thrift stores! We appreciate you and I’m glad you had a wonderful time 🥲💕

  • @juliechrisler8280
    @juliechrisler8280 Před rokem

    Last year it was a sad Christmas for me because my mom passed away on November 1st after being diagnosed with cancer in July. Then my dad passed away unexpectedly on December 22nd. I thought 2022 was going to be a much better year but our adult son passed away a week ago. He battled depression, anxiety and addictions for years. This Christmas will be difficult but we’ll get through it. I have a wonderful daughter, son-in-law and my 3 beautiful grandchildren to help us remember the holiday spirit. I hope 2023 is a better year for both of us. 😊

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Oh my god Julie I am so so sorry for all the loss you’ve experience the past two years. You sound very resilient and I’m glad your daughter and grandchildren are helping you keep the holiday spirit. I’ll be thinking of you ❤️

  • @sandravanconant180
    @sandravanconant180 Před rokem

    I just found your videos, and I love love love your style! So much fun. I know what it's like to not be feeling the holidays, or any day really. It can be hard, and it's not your fault, so try not to be too tough on yourself. Sending Good Vibrations to you, fellow Hollander!

  • @andid8683
    @andid8683 Před rokem

    Hoping this next chapter in your life brings exciting new things and lots of happiness. Wishing you the best. Merry Christmas

  • @fidatoresource5868
    @fidatoresource5868 Před rokem

    Thank you so much for being so honest and transparent. Christmas can be stressful for many people for different reasons - sending you good wishes

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so much. Merry early Christmas ❤️🎄

  • @Letsgocamping143
    @Letsgocamping143 Před rokem

    Oh sweetie this momma heart over here wishes she could just give you a big hug. I know you are going through it right now so I am sending you some love and encouragement.

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thanks for your sweet words and encouragement ☺️💕

  • @sturgeramona5799
    @sturgeramona5799 Před rokem +1

    You are going through a bump in the road of life..good vibes sent your way! Don’t be so hard on yourself..a bright future lays ahead..like the old saying you can’t change the past just look to the future 💚🎅🏼❄️

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you for the kind words. Merry early Christmas! ☺️

  • @kmom452
    @kmom452 Před rokem

    Hang in there Honey the funk will pass and you'll find your joy again. We've all been there in some form or fashion. Sending hugs to help you on your journey.😀

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so so much. Merry early Christmas ☺️🎄

  • @EastSeaCoast
    @EastSeaCoast Před rokem

    Gorgeous display as always! Thanks for showing us techniques and reality versus edited style too!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Of course, Rachel! Thanks for watching ☺️💕

  • @debbi408
    @debbi408 Před rokem

    wow! your decorating looks sooo charming and sweet! I bet you love just sitting and looking at it! it is uplifting and cheerful! thank you for all the great tips you share ( like the thumbtacks to display cards w/o making holes in them) and I have the same spoon shelf and love the hanky idea! do YOUR favorite things this month…. hugs! ❤️💚

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so much and I’m glad you found the tips helpful! 😄💕

  • @pameladelancey5834
    @pameladelancey5834 Před rokem

    Love everything you do and love your style!! So sorry you are having such a difficult time!! Sending you lots of love and light and hoping you find some joy and peace!!❤❤❤

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thanks for the kind words, Pamela. Merry early Christmas! ☺️💕

  • @christybirling3299
    @christybirling3299 Před rokem

    I didn't get all my stuff up either. I chose to only do the things I love the most. The only tree I did completely was my one with Old World Bavarian ornaments and my Snoopy tree. The others got either partially done or not done at all. I wish my living room looked as good as yours! I still have boxes and stuff everywhere and I wish I could just wave a wand and it would all be cleaned up. And tomorrow's Christmas Eve! I'll promise not to stress if you will too, deal?? ❤ We got this!

  • @mariamaddry5051
    @mariamaddry5051 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing Emily. Life is always challenging and filled with ups and downs. Sending 💚 from California

  • @kmom452
    @kmom452 Před rokem

    I love the result. You did well.

  • @janetrichardson2644
    @janetrichardson2644 Před rokem

    So sorry for your struggles. Please give yourself some grace. I usually decorate right after Thanksgiving but I sprained or tore the tendon in my right foot the day I was going to start. Have to ice, elevate and wear a boot until I see the surgeon on 12/15. My daughter came over to help she even went to basement and FaceTimed me to help identify the Christmas tree storage box and ornaments. The tree is half done and I still hope to get the mantle done. No baking and neighbor gifts this year. But even with that I appreciate what I do have. It may not be like most of the other Christmases. Endings can be scary but there is so much potential in new beginnings.

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Aw Janet I’m so sorry about your torn tendon! But what a sweet daughter who is helping you 🥹💕 My Mom lost her ability to do things for a few months 10 years ago and I helped her with things too. It ended up being some of our happiest memories with her. I hope you and your daughter can have a wonderful time making memories together 🎄

  • @happysusanblog3292
    @happysusanblog3292 Před rokem

    Loved watching your video and it's so good of you to show the reality of this years holiday season and for the behind the scenes. I wish you all the best and I love that rainbow felt garland and your displays. Thank you so much for all the effort you put in it and again congratulations on your new job🎉💪🏻💃🤩big hugs from Susan from the Netherlands💕😘

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you, Susan!!! You’re the best 😄🎄💕

  • @Foodmakeupskin
    @Foodmakeupskin Před rokem

    I just binged a bunch of your reels your style is eclectic I LOVE IT

  • @dianewilliams9729
    @dianewilliams9729 Před rokem

    Be still my heart! Loving it all. Thinking of you. Sometimes others cause us pain but there are actually times when we cause others pain. Not certain which is the harder to endure. Do not know your story but wishing you the best.

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so much, Diana. Merry early Christmas 🎄

  • @cindilandmesser9616
    @cindilandmesser9616 Před rokem

    Thank you for sharing! I am having a hard time this year too and said a similar thing to myself to take pressure off of all the decorating and baking and such. Sending you lots of love and hugs!❤

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Yayyyy to taking the pressure off 👏 I hope you can have a relaxing and wonderful Christmas this year!

  • @debranielsen2002
    @debranielsen2002 Před rokem +1

    I am living vicariously through you and your gorgeous decorating this Xmas. I am not in the mood and it’s not a good time, but you make me smile. 🤗

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      I’m glad you can identify that you’re not in the mood and enjoying a chill and relaxing season without decorating ☺️💕

  • @lisastubbs8097
    @lisastubbs8097 Před rokem +1

    You are such a talented decorator! I absolutely love your videos . Thank You for being real so many people put a face on their videos that life is perfect. I hope your Christmas gets better. Thanks for the joy you bringing your videos

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you Lisa for the kind words. You bring me joy too 💕

  • @johannathorpe9903
    @johannathorpe9903 Před rokem

    Thank you for your videos u cheer me up!! ❤I love all your decor! Merry Christmas

  • @leanndoolin4284
    @leanndoolin4284 Před rokem

    Such adorable decorations!

  • @magically.mckinley
    @magically.mckinley Před rokem

    sending lots of love your way💕 i’ve also been feeling down this holiday season and didn’t get my decorations up as soon as i wanted to. glad you were able to get your dinning room decorated! it looks great😍

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so so much, McKinley! I'm sorry you've been feeling down I hope things get better for you soon 💕

  • @maddieb_home
    @maddieb_home Před rokem +2

    It looks amazing!! Sending you a hug and I hope you can find some joy in this holiday season 💚🎄

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much, Madeline! Merry early Christmas ☺️

    • @robinacevedo6401
      @robinacevedo6401 Před rokem +1

      Love everything about this❤

  • @marieapple543
    @marieapple543 Před rokem

    I love all your videos but Christmas is my favorite. I figured out when I subscribed I didn't put the option to be notified for all your videos so I have been catching up watching them to help you get to 4000 hours.

  • @discoveriesfromchaos
    @discoveriesfromchaos Před rokem +1

    I love this outfit, pink and purple look great on you!

  • @timewarpambience1956
    @timewarpambience1956 Před rokem +2

    I love seeing your Christmas decorations! 😊

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much! Glad it makes you happy ☺️

  • @joannaerhardt7294
    @joannaerhardt7294 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your transparency. The holiday season has been a very difficult time for me the last 18 years. I was raped during the week of Christmas. I have kids now and having to fake Christmas joy has been very painful in the past, but this year feels different. I'm much more at peace with myself. There's no time-line, no linear path to healing. Giving myself grace, love and time has been instrumental in that. I'm sending you so much love!!!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Oh my god Joanna I am so sorry. But also I am so grateful for you to share this with me (and us, your vintage friends). I'm so so glad this year is feeling different for you and you're feeling at peace! I'm very proud of you for living with the grief and giving yourself grace and love and I'm sending it right back to you! ❤

    • @joannaerhardt7294
      @joannaerhardt7294 Před rokem

      @Emily Retro I'm sorry! When I re read my message, I noticed it didn't come out as encouraging as I meant it to be! I was trying to say, take all the time you need to heal. Healing happens at its own pace. And you are doing amazing by honoring what you are feeling. You got this!!!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      @@joannaerhardt7294 Oh no it was totally encouraging, don't apologize. Your words of wisdom are much appreciated 😊

  • @robynmoffatt7968
    @robynmoffatt7968 Před rokem

    Looks amazing my dear friend ❤ I firmly believe everything happens for a reason and this time of your life is a chapter in a bigger story ☺

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thanks, Robyn. I believe that too 🥹💕

  • @audreysmith4212
    @audreysmith4212 Před rokem +1

    🧡 hoping your holiday season gets a little brighter. Loved watching this video; seeing your living room with all the boxes gave me validation that it's okay that I'm a bit of a mess! We are twins with the matching Avon Christmas tree perfume bottles. They're so cute and fun to decorate with. xx

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Awwww good I’m glad you felt validated, Audrey! And yay Avon twins 👯‍♀️😂💕

  • @rogerweaver4413
    @rogerweaver4413 Před rokem +2

    Everything looks beautiful. My living room looks like that for a week when I decorate for the holidays.
    Thank you for sharing part of your life with us. If truth be told we all have times like that in our lives. Some last a day sometimes longer.
    Just know that you are "OK."

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much, Roger! Merry early Christmas 🎄

  • @joancreekmore5754
    @joancreekmore5754 Před rokem

    I felt like I wanted to reach out and give you a hug. Hang in there!! Your dining room looks great!!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Aw that’s so sweet of you, Joan! Hugs back ☺️

  • @denisemcnabb
    @denisemcnabb Před rokem

    U are just a sweetie! Sometimes life gets in the way. We all love your decorating style. It’s just OK

  • @carolynneohara7948
    @carolynneohara7948 Před rokem

    I know what you mean about the holidays. Just take one day at a time. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @sydneygarlington8962
    @sydneygarlington8962 Před rokem +1

    Sending you a hug Emily! The holidays have been really hard for me the last year, but like you said, we are not alone ❤️

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      You hang in there, Sydney!!! 🥲💕

  • @courtneydor2vintage632

    I can relate, I love Christmas and love to decorate but this year I don’t have it in me I am doing it but I am miserable in the process. I have no reason other than I am just to tired and don’t have a lot of energy. I am sorry you are having such a hard time things will get better just hang in there. 💗💗💗

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thanks for sharing, Courtney. I totally get that, last year I also struggled with finding the energy to do it. I hope you'll take it easy on yourself and can still find joy this season 💕

  • @lindasnyder5048
    @lindasnyder5048 Před rokem

    I think you are just going through the Christmas blues... I think we all have experience this in our lives... I have everything pretty much out but I just wasn't feeling it this year... I don't have a tree out I usually put out a couple small ones... I went to my Thanksgiving get together and everyone got covid we all have bad head colds and it turn out to be covid...we are now getting over it..we have decided to cancel our Christmas get together because of this...Just want you to know I learned something from you today how to display my hankies on a spoon display holder thank you for your videos we love your videos...hope your Christmas blues will pass soon...

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Awww thank you so much for sharing, Linda! I’m really sorry about Covid and that Christmas is canceled for your family. Hang in there 💕 I’m glad the hankie tip helped you ☺️🎄

  • @robinludwig6290
    @robinludwig6290 Před rokem

    I understand what you’re saying about Christmas time. It brings back so many memories, you realize how much things change, & sometimes it’s just a lot! Your dining room ended up looking so sweet. I love your vintage style. ❤️🎄❤️

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so much, Robin! You’re wonderful. Merry early Christmas 🎄

  • @capridillon8595
    @capridillon8595 Před rokem

    The holidays can be very emotional for many for a variety of reasons ...we love your videos and you never have to apologize for being yourself! As someone said you have such a sweet spirit! Hopefully, this is a short bump in the road! Merry Christmas to you!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you so so much, Capri! I appreciate you ☺️💕

  • @babygracie68
    @babygracie68 Před rokem

    Hugging you and you are never alone. ❤

  • @marito7925
    @marito7925 Před rokem

    Feel better and may your beautiful decorating skills bring you joy. Hope you throw an epic Christmas party and enjoy the brighter side of the holiday🎄🎄🎄

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem +1

      Aw thank you so so much ☺️💕

  • @larajean1
    @larajean1 Před rokem

    Really fun to see your decorating process! I have had some holidays where I was really racing around doing everything for everybody and it was hard to keep my christmas spirit. It does help to just let things go sometimes. I'm sorry you are having a tough time. Hang in there. Things will get better. Merry Christmas!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing and I agree, letting go sometimes is a big relief 💕

    • @larajean1
      @larajean1 Před rokem +1

      @@emilyretro If I'm starting to freak out...I do the things that bring me joy and the absolute MUST things and let go of other things which for me are....cookies for neighbors, christmas cards, that extra batch of christmas cookies...

  • @elisabethantos7473
    @elisabethantos7473 Před rokem

    I broke TWO ornaments decorating today (one vintage, one not). And I was kinda forcing myself to decorate. So… I feel you! Question: what’s your favorite stuff to adhere items to the wall. I bought command books and they keep falling off of my mirror!

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      I use command hooks actually! I bought these ones and I used the entire pack because I have a big vintage pot holder display in my kitchen. I use them for the garland too and they’re great. I did follow the directions on the box to a T so maybe that helped? rstyle.me/cz-n/g94qatdksnf

  • @barbarahaines7661
    @barbarahaines7661 Před rokem

    Dearest Emily we are out here with you.The holidays can be nuts at best but at the same time your life can change on a dime.All challenges and opportunities.Remember a new year is on its way.All this is coming from an old fart who can get blue to.blessings

    • @emilyretro
      @emilyretro  Před rokem

      Haha awww Barbara thank you so much for your kind words ☺️💕

  • @acts2.387
    @acts2.387 Před rokem

    🙏🥲