A 1700s potato Christmas Kissing Ball DIY, Creating an Old World Christmas

[@pamcornelius9122]

Merry Christmas to my favorite New Englander! 🕯 🎄

[@laurend.tamayo2186]

I just absolutely love your ideas Linda! I love that you have so much to collect right off your own property. This video was so enjoyable! I really like your rustic property.

[@barbaracarlson1331]

I must try these ideas! Our home as the colonial look with tall pillars and small paned windows. I love this style.

[@karenross3457]

In the little town near me, New Castle in Delaware , many of the churches, public buildings and residences are decorated with kissing balls and fruit decorated wreaths. The local garden club does the decorating. I have never grown tired of the style. I have a fruit laden wreath my mother made over forty ears ago. Here we called it Williamsburg style. At that time she dipped the plastic greens in a "dip" comprised of varnish and bronzing powder to give them a more natural look. Your video brings back many good memories of making decorations with my mother.

[@comtaar2245]

There’s something about Linda’s videos. She’s one of my faves, just seems so kind.

[@annanorth7997]

I have twenty acres of wooded land behind my house that my neighbor owns. I rarely venture in there because the terrain is a little hard to navigate plus fear of snakes in the summer. You inspired me to go into the forest to gather pine, holly, and magnolia to decorate my nativity scene and kitchen counters today. Beautiful video. Thank you.

[@lindaparra6002]

I love the soft music you have playing as you cut your Green’s.

[@terrytt2932]

I grew up not far from a 'Boy's Home", located in Chino Hills, CA. They made the most beautiful wreaths, the Della Robbia Wreaths that appear to be the "other" coast's rendition of a colonial wreath! All are just beautiful!!

[@gretchenburton7184]

Love and appreciate the classic New England style. I grew up in a home built by my parents which was similar. My mother had spent a year in Boston and loved the architecture.

[@sweetteawhimsy3998]

I love everything you do and really enjoyed watching you make the kissing ball and fruit wreath. You have already made your beautiful house into a lovely warm and hygge home!!!!!! ❤️

[@maggiepena7239]

Love how passionate you are in decorating and creating things that come from the past. You love nature, antique and so much more. It’s always great to see your videos I really enjoy them. Thanks 🙏 for sharing and teaching us new ways to do things. Happy Holidays 🎄💕

[@roksannastephens4375]

Both kissing ball and fruit wreath are lovely. The kissing ball brings back memories of my mom 🥲 she had and hung them them every year at Christmas. Thanks again Linda. Love how your home is coming.

[@trudysenglishvictorianhome3244]

I LOVE that Kissing Ball! 💋🌿🥔🕯️🎄. It adds such Festivity! 🎅🤶

[@patriciacinea3097]

Two videos this week! Such a treat! Posted to Facebook friends.

[@newenglandfineliving]

Yay! Thank you!

[@lindalagarce8996]

Lol, we made these when the kids were small, I had no idea it was called a kissing ball! My boys would have loved that! Hugs and love from Texas!

[@leticiahernandez4857]

Good morning Linda wow you’re so creative love the kissing potato ball and the Christmas wreath . I love watching your channel it takes me back when I was growing up thank you for sharing and God bless you and your family have a great weekend.

[@virginiancarolina8850]

Watching your videos has become one of my favorite things to do this time of the year. Also excited today to have just received my first “Kindred Spirit “ holiday greetings card for this year. Thank you, Christine!! Linda thank YOU for starting such a lovely tradition for us.😊

[@annw.3133]

Thank you Linda love the idea of the kissing ball.. haven’t used that idea in a while. Evergreens are a must at Christmas!! Beautiful🎄❤️

[@lesliecarson684]

Linda, loved both projects! Using nature to create such beautiful items is so inspiring! Both are perfect in your new home.

[@nancybrown616]

Once again I'm jealous of your snow. Very cute kissing ball!

[@dianelutz444]

I always look forward to a new video. Keep the ideas coming girlfriend.

[@tammyhoushour8070]

As always enjoyed our visit 😃 you have such a fun way of enjoying everything life has to offer and make lovely things out of the ordinary. Your property looks so pretty with some snow. I'm really falling in love with your new home and grounds. Thank you for sharing it all with us. ❤

[@lizwalker791]

Linda, the timing was perfect on this video today. I am decorating this afternoon and I have never made a kissing ball..I am going out in the garden and collecting my greenery because this year I will be making a few. Thanks, as always, for the wonderful inspiration.👍🎄🌲..Liz❤️

[@newenglandfineliving]

Wonderful! have Fun Liz!

[@TarnishedTreasures1]

I love the classic look

[@newenglandfineliving]

Me too! Thanks for watching!

[@lindalagarce8996]

Love love the colonial fruit wreath! I will be adding this to honor my ancestors! Hugs and love from Texas!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Sounds wonderful!

[@maureendavidson8264]

I always love watching you use natural elements in your holiday decor.

[@leslikuyweski4576]

Beautifully done!

[@lisaneinast4425]

I have one my dads old flannel shirts and it’s my favorite gardening shirt!

[@pamelavickerstuttle1892]

How tranquil...and beautiful...you’ve made this ex pat New Englander’s day. ❤️

[@laurenf1966]

So pretty…. really enjoyed watching the process….thank you for sharing!

[@barbkenas5663]

Both the kissing ball and wreath are beautiful!

[@angelanapier4248]

Love the potato ball and the wreath is beautiful

[@ednawarren1421]

I hope you don't mind me using you as a New England Guide. My husband has kidnapped me from Georgia and brought me here to the Berkshires. Having to re-educate my gardening skills adapt to the cold and buy a new wardrobe. I was so happy to see your peonies!

[@newenglandfineliving]

I don't mind at all! I have been to the Berkshires many times and it is a beautiful area, but very different from Georgia for sure!

[@maryjanegrosclaude1913]

Enjoyed the tutorials and greens gathering. I am not in the market for any of this but still love it. Also loved dads coat. WITH MUCH AFFECTION MJ

[@TheRayjane]

Thank you for the kissing ball tutorial and your wreath looks great. The ribbon is so pretty with you door color♥️

[@doreenmaggio3624]

Thank you Linda 🎄 I made one with pine cones last year . This year I am copying your lovely additions . I am off to the woodlands to forage treasures now . Everything is Lovely , Blessings 🌹🎄❤️ .

[@gwenwade6059]

Thank you Linda. Lovely.

[@bernadette1510]

Hi Linda your creativity amazes me! The boxwood on your property is also winter hardy but it should be pruned twice a year. In spring after the danger of snow and once again in September before the frost. Reason being the the freshly cut branches may turn brown exposed to freezing temperature and look unsightly. I thoroughly enjoy your channel!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you!!!

[@cindyfoley1675]

Beautiful wreath and Kissing Ball, can't wait for the Christmas Home tour at Sugarwood.😊🌲🌲

[@joliz1234]

Everything you do turns out beautifully

[@marlenegoho1778]

Very inspiring and beautiful projects! Thanks, Linda!

[@tennesseegrannydebbie3384]

Enjoyed this so very much. I haven't made a kissing ball in 30 years, but I might try again this year!. Thank you for such nice ideas. 🎄👵🏡

[@newenglandfineliving]

Have fun. It’s like riding a bike!

[@gardeninggrandma5247]

I can't wait to see how the kissing ball does over time. It is so different. I really like it. It was so funny that you sipped on eggnog during your crafting -- I was sipping on mine too, but I added a little cranberry liquor to mine!😊

[@marthahoffmann8674]

It's great to watch your tutorials. You explain every step in such an easy way and I will try to make the kissing ball for us as well as gifts to my friends. Need to buy a foam ball because I want to use it outside. I live in the forest so I can get many natural things to decorate but need to be careful placing food outside because the birds and other criters do visit my decorations!! By all means please show us how to decorate with real ivy. I have a lot in my property and I am sure some of your subscribers may find it helpful. Thank you for these two projects and hope you have a nice weekend and a blessed Advent.🌲

[@catherine142]

I love watching your videos. You are so talented! I can’t wait to see your Christmas home tour when done.🎄

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you!

[@TraditionsByTheSeasons]

You are brilliant, love them all! 🎄❣️👌🦌🎁

[@mskulagal]

Linda, you are so lucky to have all the greens in your yard. We live in Arizona - no need to say more😂. Mandy from Tucson🌵

[@selina7150]

Tomorrow I will be cleaning up our property after storm Arwen (3 days without power ) . This has inspired me to use the tree debris in my home decorations.

[@abbiekaric8949]

You are the very best teacher. Thank you so much!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Thank you! 😃

[@cathycorriher6313]

Your decor and home are beautiful. The fresh snow on the ground looks so Christmassy. I live in NC and we rarely get snow. Enjoy all your videos....you are a very eloquent lady with classic, timeless tastes.

[@janiegiordano9295]

So traditional and classy! Where’s Willow? I like seeing Willow running outside and helping you with whatever you do.

[@newenglandfineliving]

She was playing with all of the contractors and keeping Ben company.

[@patb8138]

Your decorations are simply gorgeous! It’s so relaxing to watch you at work.

[@deniseb2571]

I didn't know they used a potato. I have a potato and a backyard full of greens. I'm going to make one for a hostess gift. Thanks Linda! 🌲

[@dollysmommy3]

Inspired and Desired! I always look forward to your wonderful videos. 😍🎄

[@lucy2beme]

I love your videos, you explain things so we'll. Your home is lovely.

[@debipinck2736]

Thank you for these great ideas Linda. They both look lovely!

[@irenedavo3768]

Ribbon is lovely

[@mariadavis2685]

I’m always inspired when I watch any of your videos. Thank you and Happy Holidays to you and your family 🎄☃️

[@brendajones130]

Thank you Linda! Everything is beautiful!

[@sherryz191]

You always are a delight to watch. I love the kissing ball made from a potato. See you next time . Can't wait for your home tour. You are truly an inspiration.

[@annamariamiele5682]

Thank you...so well done. It looks beautiful 😍

[@sarahcosta4882]

I love your videos Linda! The wreath and kissing ball came out beautiful!

[@deannarabe7499]

Linda, I’m always inspired by your videos!

[@cherylcentenioblessedvirgi3241]

Linda, the kissing ball is adorable. I love your Christmas wreath too. Thank you for sharing great decorating ideas for inspiration. Have a great day!

[@shorelife737]

Thank you Linda for the wonderful inspiration. I am heading outside now to gather my greens! Love your home and channel.

[@sherilynkoss4546]

So inspiring! (My boxwoods happen to need a trim too!) Thank you for such tasteful and peaceful videos ... always a pleasure to visit here. Merry Christmas, Linda!

[@debbielenoir5472]

Wonderful and beautiful ideas!

[@sylviavandegrift1388]

The kissing ball and wreath are beautiful thank you for sharing!

[@kathleenroberts7972]

Amazing! Who would have thought to do that. So fabulous!

[@marciainnocent6321]

Always such a pleasure to watch your videos! So many great ideas. TFS

[@wandasue52case86]

Great ideas! I really like that front door and the wreath just says, Welcome!

[@shirleyhawkins1307]

I enjoyed the video and the wreath and kissing ball are beautiful! In the 50s-60s, one of my sisters made a kissing ball. She used two rims from Crisco cans, interlocked them, covered with tinsel and added Christmas balls and ribbon. It was so beautiful! Thanks for the memory!💕🌲

[@deniseconnors8124]

What a great idea-using a variety of greens. It looks lovely. I’m enjoying your projects. BTW-I visited The Consignment Shop in Amherst the other day. I found a few fun small items. Enjoy your new home!

[@newphaseofme8223]

Loved the kissing ball and the wreath

[@sandidueckman1491]

I just love everything you do, Linda...what a beautiful home, inside and out...I love the black in the ribbon on the front door wreath to go with the black door ❤️

[@lillianwilliams5510]

Love all the natural greenery around your home. Looking forward to the finished home and how you yard will.look in the Spring. Your landscape is a beautiful sight. Is a KISSING BALL THE SAME as Misotol or is Misotol, a plant by itself. Music is very soothing. Your kissing ball was absolutely beautiful. You made everything look.so easy and enjoyable. Do you ever use wired ribbon? Do you use wire to hang the fruit and put it inside the fruit and attach to the wreath? I love the Tartan look.

[@teresahalliday3680]

Your videos are always so informative AND relaxing. The kissing ball and wreath are gorgeous! And you always have the BEST music!!!

[@gabrielasimmons2401]

Linda, I just love your new home and the decoration you made. You always inspire me. Thank you so much for sharing ❤️

[@katescott8130]

Wonderful and easy to follow instructions Linda! Merry Kwismus!!!🤪🥰

[@ninajohnson6578]

Thank you Linda. A lovely and informative video…as always.❤️

[@karenstairs8273]

Lovely

[@patriciamacias2458]

Beautiful thank you for all the great ideas !

[@newenglandfineliving]

Glad you like them!

[@peggydove8756]

Beautiful!!

[@liontribeofjudah5616]

Really enjoyed today's video..love all your handmade decor..So lovely Linda ..So, excited to see the Christmas home tour..Your home and property is so enchanting..

[@barbarastillman6276]

Linda, thank you so much for these tutorials on the kissing ball and colonial fruit wreath. I have learned so much from you and always look forward to all of your videos. I live in Southwest Florida but I love decorating in early colonial style. Have a wonderful weekend! 🎄❤️

[@FloridaRobin]

Barbara me too! a little south of Tampa but love NE style!

[@leslieW5177]

The kissing ball is perfect!! Plus biodegradable..except for the wire which can be easily snipped out. thank you. 😊🎄💕

[@newenglandfineliving]

You’re welcome 😊

[@carolpipher4839]

🔔🥁📯 ~Beautiful, natural & so fresh! Love! 🎻🕯🎷🎻

[@marciamellow1211]

You are fun, Linda. ❤

[@helenwhitney7616]

Inspiring as always. So organised that even your clothes matched the ribbons 🎀🌲🎀

[@SuperMichaeljackson1]

Nice crystal brandy glass

[@kathymanzo4061]

Linda the fruit wreath reminds me of Williamsburg, VA. at Christmas time, which I love! That is how I decorated my Fairfax, VA home. We're at the beach now so my style has changed a bit but I still love the New England look! Thanks for your videos I enjoy them 🙂

[@donna8212]

Yes, I enjoyed this episode like all the others 😉👍🏻. You did a wonderful job!!! ❤️😁

[@ryan918lauren]

I can’t believe how nice the kissing ball came out! I’m going to try it 🎄❄️🏡

[@newenglandfineliving]

Have fun!

[@dreamasue]

Beautiful 🌲🌲🌲

[@Sylvia1976]

I'm formerly from NY and now in NC . Miss NY😔

[@irenedavo3768]

Beautiful

[@rneustel388]

I just love watching you enjoying the bounty from Sugarwood and making it fit you and your aesthetic. I learn so much from your videos about being ladylike (please don’t laugh) even as you’re doing work outside, decorating,crafting, etc. You have such a gentle and kind manner, too. No Willow, though. 😔

[@carmenmontmarquet706]

Loved both tutorials, can't wait to see more!

[@carolynl5362]

Thourghly enjoyed this video especially the kissing ball

[@trickshotters1577]

( Deborah Eaker) Love the kissing ball and the wreath. I have used greenery that i gathered in my yard to decorate for years. Living in the South, I love to add magnolia leaves as well. I’m off to shop for realistic fruit for my door wreath, as I am making a fruit wreath like yours. Thank you for getting my creative juices flowing!

[@newenglandfineliving]

Wonderful! Have fun making your wreath!