Christmas in a small space and on a small budget

So, we live in a small condo. Not much room for a big tree and lots of decorations. We are also feeling the pinch of the economy (and unexpected vet bills this month), so I didn't really want to spend a lot of money on decorations anyway. So, I tried to add a festive spirit around the house with what we already have.

We bought a wreath from our friends pre-school fundraiser again this year. It turned out to be a nice place to hang some of our ornaments.


This is what I thought up with the rest of our Christmas ornaments and decorations and some silver ribbon. Not bad if I do say so myself.


It's not much, but it adds a little bit of holiday cheer to our little place.....

Fall Colors from Our Window

I love our view!

Choices Choices Choices

Curtian Choices
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I'm picking out curtains for the condo. I've narrowed it down to 6 fabrics from Urban Outfitters.

The top one I think is my final choice for the living room. I've been looking at it for awhile, and I just love the details.

The second is my number one pick for the second bedroom/office. I'm imagining it against blue walls. This color pallette is very influenced from Wes Anderson's last movie, The Darjeeling Limited, where the blues and oranges and greens of India were burned into my brain.

The third choice is my new favorite for the master bedroom.

The fourth and fifth choices are the same pattern but in different colors. I think I like the green best. This is my second choice for the master bedroom.

The sixth pattern is something I just can't let go. There is something about it that intrigues me. I could see using it in either of the bedrooms. Would it go with yellow walls? That is my other paint color choice for the office.

Oh, so many beautiful fabrics and only 3 rooms with curtains!
What do you guys think?