DECORATING MY CHATEAU BEDROOM FOR CHRISTMAS + COCKTAIL PARTY!

THE CHRISTMAS DIARIES: 19th day of ADVENT!!!
I prepare my bedroom for Christmas and we host a Christmas Cocktail Party at the chateau...
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It's the Vlogmas time of year again - CHRISTMAS AT THE CHATEAU has begun! Happy Advent!
Follow all of us as we get the chateau ready for a spectacular French Christmas.
Each day will be filled with decorating, cooking, gift buying, carol singing and discovering ancient Christmas traditions from around the world.

[@wzrdreams]

I know that Steph doesn't plan to say anything further about her and Philip's relationship, but knowing makes such difference so that when we see things like Steph decorating her bedroom tree with his families ornaments the context is clear and it is so sweet!!

[@gnarbeljo8980]

@@lfking9778 Ooh then you have an entire saga to watch over the holidays to catch up a bit about the whole life at Lalande, who’s there, why, and how they came to be there in the first place! It’s a bit like starting to watch season six of a favorite series, you should pair the advent vloggs with a few ”episodes” from at least 1,5 years ago, a year ago, and this summer, or see the others in order every free afternoon you get! Since it’s not a scripted reality show but just how things have unfolded and people come together it’s hard to give a fast run down. But perhaps someone will try for you? You’ll have alot of fun watching anyway!

[@andita5]

@@lfking9778 just start from the first video. That's how I start. Because people come and go in La Lande. Lovely people. And yes, it's a lot of people. Every episode is fun, entertaining, lovely, and sometimes can be very insightful. I love this channel.

[@cremebrulee4759]

@@lfking9778 briefly, Stephanie bought the chateau with a friend, 15 years ago, I think. Much has been done to restore the chateau, but much more remains to be done, as well as maintaining it. Phillip came to the chateau about a year ago, I think. He is her boyfriend, although I don't know if he was her boyfriend when he came there or became her boyfriend after he got there. He came to help her with the videos, I believe. They intended to keep their relationship secret, but it was revealed accidentally by a TV show that they were on. Philip also has his own KZbin channel. Her cousin, holding the tray of dessert cups, came to live there a few months ago. He is a skilled carpenter. Dan, who was cleaning off someone's camera lens is the gardener, and also has his own KZbin channel. Steve, who is digitizing some of Stephanie's father's art was a volunteer at LaLande, along with his wife. Or perhaps they were just guests. I can't remember for sure. However, they have now purchased their own chateau. Other than her aunt and uncle, the others are either guests or volunteers. The young woman who did so much of the cooking, is a volunteer. They get volunteers there from all over the world to help with renovating the chateau, working in the garden, cooking, organizing things, etc. Something else you might find useful is that thanks to the success of Stephanie's KZbin channels and her patreon account, she is receiving quite a lot of money, enough to do work on restoring the chateau much more quickly than would have been possible, otherwise. She did not start the KZbin channel really to make money, or at least she never thought she would make very much money with it. She has been very transparent about the money that she makes. She does not hide anything. She has another KZbin channel called "Caddeaux (I think I spelled that right) at the Chateau", where they open gifts sent to the chateau. The money raised from these videos, I believe is donated to charity. I hope that helps you a bit. Stephanie, I apologize if I got any of this wrong, please feel free to correct me.

[@KG-ui7ji]

Exactly what I was thinking 😉

[@Redsquirl30]

Agreed 100%. I thought things were a bit weird when they went to Barbados and the States. It didn't really seem like a trip for 2 co-workers. Now that we know they were together back then, those trips make a lot more sense. And now that they are being honest and open, she and Philip seem a lot more happy in the vlogs. In fact Stephanie looks like she's glowing all the time and Philip is a little bit more forward. I like it.

[@dianetipton6040]

With all the gloomy news around us right now these Advent vlogs are like a daily happiness transfusion. I may be watching them all over again in January!

[@mindiscott9749]

I'm thankful that the years you spent struggling, making do, then getting by, and constantly working towards your vision have come true. And that Nick and Michael also get to enjoy the rewards of their investment of time, money, and believing in and supporting you to bring it about is amazing. Everything about LaLande that is flourishing is well deserved and worked long and hard for. You have amazing friends, family, volunteers, guests that enrich your home and life. Much love to everyone and may you continue to have much love and laughter! ❤🇺🇲✌

[@deborahreynolds1552]

Beautifully said, many forget the hard work it has taken to get to this wonderful stage of Chateau life.

[@lauralaladarling3775]

Absolutely. Stephanie has worked, often alone, in freezing conditions, for years, making huge and stunning curtains, upholstery, bashing down walls and, goodness knows what else, to make her dream come true for her friends, family and guests.She so deserves her success, nothing was on a plate, but her dedication and vision never wavered. It is wonderful, now over these last couple of years, she has a super volunteer team and Nattie sharing the project to continue the preservation and maintenance of La Lande. She's so generous with her videos, travel and information on historical places she and Philip visit etc. And of course her Patrons are fabulous. Congratulations to you all at La Lande! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Xxxx🥂🎄🌟🎊

[@susanknox5402]

Hi Stephanie, You must be so pleased with what Steve had done with your father's art. They are indeed whimsical. They bring to mind my life's motto: "Never lose the unfettered spirit of youth". I think you inherited that spirit from your father. 🇨🇦

[@chateaudelalacelle]

Thank you so much Stephanie, I am so glad you love the chair and it now takes pride of place in your beautiful bedroom. Hopefully we can visit again soon 🙏🥰🥰 Terry x x

[@TheChateauDiaries]

Thank you for such a beautiful chair! I look forward to seeing you again soon I hope ❤️

[@chateaudelalacelle]

@@TheChateauDiaries 🙏🥰🥰 we would definitely love to visit again 🥰🥰

[@michelelynn6914]

The bedroom looks beautiful and having all Philips family decorations on the tree is very sweet!

[@beefrench3554]

Everyone he holds close to his ❤️ is represented. So lovely, so meaningful

[@RinaValentina]

Can’t wait to see the way you decorate your room for Xmas this year, perhaps you’ll bring more of that pink theme into your bedroom, cozy, dreamy, romantic 🎄💕

[@27Spiritgirl]

LOVE the Canadian "lumberjack way" -- as a fellow Canuck, I have many happy memories with my Dad searching for the perfect tree on our property as well! So nice to see Steve and Sarah again!

[@bonniesteinke6624]

🇨🇦 don’t forget the Nanaimo bars😋

[@27Spiritgirl]

@@bonniesteinke6624 LOL! yes!

[@dreamchaseruk]

The chocolate squares Sarah made are called nanaimo bars, and so delicious. My favourite when I lived in Canada ☺️

[@JudithBisson]

That is one of the bars my family would bring to the xmas parties. Unfortunately that was when I was a child. Yes, I’m 🇨🇦🙏lol

[@darbyking-maillot4105]

My favourite too ♥️ 🇨🇦

[@27Spiritgirl]

Absolutely! Nanaimo bars are definitely a Canadian classic!!

[@sandrakicklighter2735]

@@27Spiritgirl always happy to find a new chocolate treat, definitely googling the recipes to try it.

[@27Spiritgirl]

@@sandrakicklighter2735 I find them quite sweet ! Would suggest reducing the sugar quantity a bit! Enjoy!! xoxo

[@darlenewebber7706]

How warm, christmasy and romantic your bedroom is. It’s beautiful Steph and Philip.

[@myhappynest6125]

That was great Stephanie. Funny that I just subscribed to the Canadian couples channel and there they were at your party😊. I have to say something about Philip. I adore his sensitivity. When he speaks of his parents and grandparents, the love he has for them comes through and just warms my heart. . Stephanie, I can see why he makes you so happy. A very special man indeed🥰

[@snoopybluejeans]

Words fail me in describing how happy these vlogs make me. Thank you to everyone.

[@Helen-us1ly]

Perfectly put Snoopy

[@rose-marie7351]

You deserve the most beautiful Christmassy bedroom, not just your guest. I am glad you did it! I hope next year you will do it sooner. ❤️🎄🎄🎄🎄❤️🎅🏼🤶🏻

[@kathrynw9891]

We can see that your cousin gets his gentleman - like manners and his dress sense from his parents. They are a ' quality occasion ' in every regard. We know Isabel and Percy are enjoying summer in South Africa but it will be very special when your family can be together me again

[@emilyb4702]

By the way, Phillip, excellent job with the ornament you gave to Stephanie! Not only is it cute and feminine (it's a mini purse!) and looks nice but it shows that you pay attention to the things your love likes closely enough to recognize what one of her favorites is and you hunted it down. Major brownie points for you! It's perfect on the tree. One of the best parts of a family Christmas tree is playing I Spy and recalling sweet memories. ❤️🎄

[@zander8018]

You can wrap the lights up around cardboard, like you did with trim and Fabric I've save hours of frustration untangling Christmas Light 🇨🇦😄😄❤

[@lisamarutz9772]

As I watch these beautiful Advent vlogs, I want to take the opportunity to Thank You for your thoughtful planning, and sharing the beauty of la Lande and those who are blessed enough to reside there🥰

[@kittycatgraham]

So happy to see Terry's chair in your room. Enjoying every minute of these vlogs. 🤗💖🇨🇦

[@rsnj4501]

I’m so happy for Stephanie and Philip. Your room looks beautiful with the Christmas tree.

[@stellaevans752]

I agree with Diane Tipton, life would be so miserable without our daily Advent vlogs, all my favourite people in one Chateau, especially Stephenie love you all xxxxxxxxx😘❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@cepcee6035]

How amazing is the artist recreating your fathers drawings , his line work and flow ….what an incredible compliment…..made me feel a wee bit tearful . Xxx

[@carolinegooder7091]

When we were children in the UK, we had a small tree and snow babies in a snowy scenery on the dresser and fairy lights burning in a bowl. The joy of Christmas. 😁❤🌹🌺

[@zander8018]

Stephanie and the Lalande Team always give a great Advent Calendar....

[@crinkle2649]

Stephanie you need a set of book shelves. If you can't find one you like, maybe Dan can make you one, he's never busy 😄

[@Madhaggis]

Both these made me laugh out load. 🤣🤣

[@alisongurley996]

Stephanie is talking about The Turkey and Phillip wants to talk about Christmas decorations😂 I love these two❤️

[@piper6541]

It's very heartwarming to see a nativity under the Christmas 🎄 in your bedroom, Stephanie 😊 It is wonderful to see Amaury's parents, your aunt and uncle are very sweet! You keep the chateau so alive! Merry 19th Advent! Thank you for this extra vlogs. Always looking forward for the coming new day, every day 😊❣🤗🤗

[@h.b.4058]

Oh Philip, it made me so happy to see Hedgehog go on the tree! What gorgeous food and glittering people.

[@sf9145]

Maria is such a great addition to the team!! I hope she stays for a while. Please tell Scotman that he will be missed, Merry Christmas and I hope his mother starts to feel better. Happy Advent to all Lalanders!

[@georgiaandrews4962]

Yes Steve and Sarah's Nanaimo Bars - the homemade ones are the only ones worth eating - bakeries never bother capturing the authentic custard icing layer!

[@catsinhouse]

A Pacific NW staple in France! Yes!!

[@karinbergman1646]

Any recipes available?💗

[@bushtea]

Maria looks beautiful 😻❤️

[@karencorcoran4628]

Nati always looks so beautiful, and is always on hand to help with anything. Such a quiet beautiful soul.

[@maylisandepoulin3235]

A Christmas tree in the bedroom is the greatest idea! 😍🎄

[@linedallaire9631]

First waiting ✋greetings from Canada 🇨🇦

[@mypinklife3415]

I love the decorations, especially the chanel bag ornament.

[@aliceallan6109]

Beautiful and cosy❤️So nice to know you received your Christmas flowers ❤️

[@TheChateauDiaries]

They are beautiful, thank you so much, Alice ❤️

[@ArtHealsTheSoul]

Great video the Canadian chocolate bars are called Nanaimo Bars !! Nanaimo is a town on Vancouver Island !! Hoho from BC Canada 🇨🇦

[@roannecampagnolo4629]

After watching the video my husband walked into the room and said his Mom was making Nanaimo bars!! Just like Sarah made. Cheers from Canada🍁🍁🎄🎄

[@rob-blog]

Nanaimo Bars named after the City of Nanaimo- 50 minutes up island from us in Maple Bay, Vancouver Island, British Columbia CANADA

[@jasperjavellana4454]

The Ladies and Gentlemen of La Lande just looked lovely and dashing !!! Stephanie’s Aunt and Uncle is such a sweet and cordial couple. Now you know where Amaury gets his pleasing personality!!!😊 😃 😊 it’s nice to see Steve and Sarah back at La Lande … I really appreciate Steve’s skills in graphic design. 👍 👍 Phillip : “ … so you have butter in your salt “ Hahaha 😝 Maria’s food preparations were just perfect for the occasion!!! 👍 👍 Another wonderful Christmas 🎄 adventure at Chateau de LaLande!!! 🎄 🎄

[@richardsanmiya2976]

Such beautiful videos. I loved yesterday’s with your Aunt and Uncle and the shopping. Beautiful gifts, Stephanie. I haven’t missed a video since I found you last year. Linda, Turks & Caicos Is., BWI.

[@thecharminghodgepodgecotta8363]

What I did to decorate my bedroom is string some Christmas lights along the headboard of my bed, it creates a magical feeling to the space in the night. It makes me understand why so many people went through that craze of string lights in the interior space outside the holidays.

[@patdowney4984]

Your aunt and uncle are so stylish and so we’re all of the guests x

[@lisaduhn184]

You all know how to spread the Christmas Spirit. Just beautiful.

[@kristadixon3272]

Sarah's nanaimo bars look like perfection! I make them too, being from Ontario, and know how heavenly they are!!

[@emilyb4702]

What a beautiful family tree. It is as it should be! Antique, new, new to them, gifted, glass, felt, handmade, childhood, family, shared. 🎄❤️ You two are so cute it hurts! I wish you all the best that a relationship could and should be!

[@yvonnesullivan4388]

Luv that picture of mommie

[@louettahuddleson7194]

Love love loved it! From start to finish, fantastic! The only problem I have with the Advent Vlogs is that they all seem to end too soon. Thank you so much for all the work you and Philip put into each vlog. 🎄🎅🏼Merry Advent🎅🏼🎄

[@CynthiaBerry713]

Another fantastically festive advent day, tysm!! I simply LOVE the Nativity under your tree!

[@brigidine37]

I love Sabina, what a great addition she is to LaLande!

[@wendychick8368]

The tree in your room is a lovely mix of the two of you. Love it

[@valbeech4423]

I am loving these. Full of inspiration!

[@irenebrown3144]

The tree is so adorable, beautiful job on decorating.

[@mariak9727]

😍I’m sure your room smells glorious with a tree in there!!💖🎄🌟

[@1231ms54]

The food at your party sure looked good. The tree in your bedroom is lovely. Thanks again for sharing your lives with the world.

[@johnwilliamtuckey2796]

Your room Stephanie look fabulous; but you looked stunning and very chic at the cocktail party. LOVE you guy's! ❤

[@justlive112]

Lux bedroom and love the chair finished by Terry from 'Escape to the Dream', what a heartwarming inspiring KZbin series that one is too, including their 12 days of Christmas. Daag.. Philip and Stephanie, ❤️🇨🇦

[@chantallennox1201]

The tiles… oh wow! That will be a showstopper

[@ginaparedes599]

MERRY CHRISTMAS PHILLIP AND STEPHANIE

[@katelanxner6483]

Not finding enough words to describe how much beauty there is in this vlog! Thank you Stephanie and Philip! You are miracle workers. I don't know how you do it in such a short time.

[@josephinewills8647]

So Beautiful Mummy is Watching 👌❤️❤️🎄🎄🎄

[@bhavens9149]

Watching Chateau Diaries is my guilty pleasure.

[@racebanning6390]

Your guests attire and all the decorations are spectacular. how beautiful a party..!

[@chazikins]

I always roll my Christmas light strands in a ball(like a ball of yarn). No tangles and easy to string the tree, just unwrap the ball as you go!

[@peterwhite9261]

Beautiful tree and ornaments. Incredible food too.

[@margoarmstrong3042]

Sarah, bravo for making a Canadian staple...Nanaimo ( B.C. ) Bars! Hope everyone loved them, they look fantadtic! 🎄🇨🇦.

[@Helen-us1ly]

The problem is they are a meal in themselves. Yummy.

[@rob-blog]

Nanaimo Bars named after the City of Nanaimo- 50 minutes up island from us in Maple Bay, Vancouver Island, British Columbia CANADA

[@rob-blog]

@@Helen-us1lyNanaimo Bars named after the City of Nanaimo- 50 minutes up island from us in Maple Bay, Vancouver Island, British Columbia CANADA

[@rachealgetscreative]

Everyone looks so beautiful! I love the tree in the bedroom, especially by candlelight.

[@patriciacarlyle9456]

I had a tiny Christmas tree 🎄 in my bedroom a few times when I was very young, because of my love of Christmas❣️

[@snowyowl539]

Hi Stephanie I don’t normally comment but could not resist. I like you love Christmas and I just wanted to say I think the tree in your room is just beautiful especially with Philips decorations. These Advent vlogs are just what I need after my shifts looking the elderly. Thanks so much for putting them together xx

[@eileeng2492]

Maria looks beautiful ! Of course so do all the party goers!

[@roywirick9854]

great idea for the string of lights… amazing how they get tangled! 🦩🎄

[@dm7761]

I know from experience...fresh turkeys don't fair well, if they wait too long ..even refrigerated! I opened a very stinky, black bird one year..it was so traumatizing, I bought 2 turkeys for years afterwards because I was worried it would happen, again! 🤣

[@krisindaboyce3417]

Such a wonderfully warm, inviting atmosphere. All the Lalanders have out done themselves. Warmed my heart and made me smile. It was nice to see the progress made on the tiles. Can not wait to see them completed. Your bedroom turned out very lovely. Perfect Christmas tree❤ Thank you for sharing😊❤

[@bigboy77dk]

Sabine, that blue dress... Wauw 😃😃😃 I hope the heating in the Chateau will be all figured out soon! 🙂

[@whimsybear6910]

Haha! I chuckled to hear the uncle turn to Steve and mention Monty python. 😂😂 He’s a lumberjack and he’s ok! 😂😂 The bedroom looks great! I too decorate my bedroom and it is lovely to curl up to the tree lights before falling asleep! 😁❤️🎄

[@carladuus4338]

When I saw you had a new video out, and seeing the subject matter, I quickly ran to make myself a cocktail. Having finished it while you decorated your bedroom and went down to the cocktail party, I paused the video and ran to make another! But Stephanie, I still have cocktail left - you can't end the video here..... I was having such a grand time at the party - it was like seeing dear friends!

[@rayandmarythomas4719]

Your channel has been such a lifesaver during this Covid pandemic! It gives such hope to other people in other lands. Thank you for being such a ray of sunshine to all who Watch. The visitors and workers and volunteer are diverse and so interesting and bring such happiness to the vlogs? Keep up the fabulous vlogs! Merry Christmas and a healthy, happy New Year!

[@Randy8923]

Enjoyed. Your bedroom tree look beautiful! Everyone looked so amazing for the cocktail party. Delicious foods too. Love to all ❤. Merry Christmas!!

[@scotthorn2362]

Everything and everyone was glittering in this happy advent vlog ❤️👍🏼👍🏼🎄Ohio 🇺🇸

[@EmilyBoltz]

I’m so glad you have your own tree in your room! It looks magical!,

[@SB-kz7bq]

Amaury.!!!!is back

[@alysrichardson9428]

Hello from Louisiana!! Oh how I would love to visit France again. Merry Christmas to all!

[@3lightsteps]

Should we tell them about the tradition of Shrimp Creole for Christmas in the SE Gulf states? 🤗

[@loriann1506]

You all looked really nice for the party. Have a great night….

[@marilynnreiter7221]

Beautiful especially your room at nite!

[@sirmonty4697]

A lumberjack and Nanaimo bars! The perfect Canadian additions. Thank you Sarah and Steve.

[@rob-blog]

Nanaimo Bars named after the City of Nanaimo- 50 minutes up island from us in Maple Bay, Vancouver Island, British Columbia CANADA

[@pennyhoward3438]

Everyone looks so beautiful and the food looks amazing, thank you for sharing🖐🎁🎄🏰

[@MissCDM1979]

A generational outfit!! I 💕 the color!! Sabina looks like an angel, with that dreamy dress and her beautiful hair!

[@larrimos]

Love the warm (looking) scene of the bedroom Christmas tree at the end. Some B roll of the chateau after hours when all is settled and quiet could be quite nice…Thank team for these advent episodes.

[@christinevr7698]

What a glamourous Christmas party! Everyone looked GORGEOUS! How on earth do you stay so slender with all that delicious food made by the wickedly talented Maria and friends? So great to see old friends (Sarah and Steve) and new - Curtis and his husband are wonderful - and all the LaLanders & family enjoying the season. And then to retire to that beautifully decorated bedroom; … well that is living life to the fullest. You’re an inspiration Stephanie!

[@missybelmont9830]

Yay, Stephanie is on!

[@kittycarr123]

Can we keep Marie lol I absolutely love her sense of humour and such a great cook to have.. she is great. Lovely vlog tonight.

[@Helen-us1ly]

Vintage ornaments are my favorites. Stephanie I've never seen anything suit you more it's so classy. Curtis is the best looking man in the in the house.

[@josephinewills8647]

Amazing Tree 🌲👍👏👏👏👏❤️❤️🎄🎄🎄🎄

[@kathrynschumann5254]

Aumery looks just like his beautiful mother. What a lovely party of wonderful people! Community is everything. I Love that Lalande is a community we can be a part of even from afar. I Received my beautiful Countess Christmas card which i love as I grew up with peacocks around. Unfotunlately the post person folded it to fit in my mailbox, darn it!

[@deannayoung5311]

Brilliant 👏 💞🍾🥂🥮🍷 Lovely party everyone is stunning 🕊 Marry Christmas 🎄Stephanie an All

[@Hanlin-qd8ed]

your vlog really so inspiring steph.always so amazed.love the comfy of your room.so sweet of philip making your xmas tree full of memories decor.maria great job for food.cant see little of natti.godbless all lalanders.

[@denisemarle4141]

On a normal day, I get to watch the C D's at breakfast, today a friend arrived early and then I had to go and pick up my new glasses, so I can see clearly now.... and watched at dinner. Definitely worth the wait. Wonderful to see Steve bring Derek's art to life and all the Lalanders' enjoying the cocktail the party. Doesn't every lady's boudoir need a Christmas tree... especially with a Chanel handbag decoration! Nice touch Philip.🎄🎄🦘

[@rosemarieberry9804]

Hooray! I’m not the only one to have woodland animals and birds adorning their festive tree. Happy Christmas everyone. 🎄🍾

[@traceg2903]

Eagerly waiting from 🇨🇦 too. ❤️

[@josephinewills8647]

So Beautiful Mummy is Watching from SA, Making Sure your making good Choices,

[@svt2033]

Sarah and Steve yeees love them beautiful people!

[@eastcoastartist]

Decorating the Christmas tree was so special 🎄

[@michelerandall123]

Your decorations always look so lovely and food looks delicious. I love how it is nice to be with friends and retreat to your own room and a bit of a getaway to enjoy at home.