decorating our living room + decor haul | Vlogmas Day 8

[@ems0up]

these daily vlogs spark SO much joy- I know how much work they must be, but MaCenna, know that your efforts are truly truly appreciated! loooove living vicariously through you!!

[@pamelakane864]

9th March

[@heathermacleod7068]

💯💯💯🤩🤩🥰🥰

[@rneustel388]

1000% agree with this comment!

[@leamariechristiansen346]

11:40 Kinsley stealing the finches decoration from the table, is just GOLD 😄❤️ in the same second Macenna says "let's pack these away from Kinsley" haha! KInsley is THE BEST ❤️😍

[@KeanusRandom36]

I came to comment the same about kingsleyyyy so cuuute 😭😭😭😭

[@KeanusRandom36]

The little jump off the table 😂😂😂

[@lovly2cu725]

I NEED TO COME PLAY WITH THAT DOG

[@nottheone582]

came looking for this comment! she's the cutest little rascal we love kinsley!

[@sunshinelady7933]

❣️❣️❣️

[@MsLuneNoire]

I love the sofa in the position that it appears in the intro-it gives the cozy vibes you want in front of the fireplace. On the side it looks strange and awkward to watch the tv mounted in the center of the room.

[@deannahenley179]

Kinsley is so stealthy lmao she came and got that birth year ornament so fast and inconspicuous 🤣🤣🤣

[@robinwoods9961]

The shelf and mantel looks absolutely gorgeous. You are such a great decorator. Everything you touch looks magical in the place you put it. I'm loving vlogmas.

[@ashlynoe]

When macenna posts you drop everything and watch 💕 My daily boost of serotonin has come from your vlogmas this year so thank you!

[@VictoriaA2085]

Well said!

[@lindaga820]

You got that right Ash !!!! I'm totally addicted !

[@lillianruiz3491]

Same 😊

[@mariedilly3649]

Oh absolutely... getting spoiled by Vlogmas for sure...

[@zackcamara8688]

Can we all just take a moment….. If any of you have been watching MaCenna and Romeo start this process from the very beginning and just realize how amazing this whole process has been and remembering certain moments throughout certain vlogs over the last year and a half, almost 2, and the both of them bringing this house back to life. ❤️ Macenna, thank you for bringing us along this journey with you and Romeo and Kinsley I’m so excited for that final video when the house is completely done and you and Romeo just ploppin on the couch and looking around at what you guys accomplished together ❤️❤️❤️ So inspirational ❤️❤️

[@amberdoran]

Deep in bloom on the wall, on the TV, on the laptop, on the cards. It's everywhere, I get the feeling you like it. 😆

[@carlafisher8946]

I think a touch of brighter color, like around the burlaped tree, some ornaments nestled in the swag on the bottom shelf, little touches of brightness, of cute surprise, would make the shelves light up.

[@msparis729]

Not Kinsley sneaking and stealing an ornament 😂😂 Too funny. Hope you found where she put it. I just get so excited when you take us shopping. You've honestly changed the things I notice whenever I go now! 😍😍

[@brit331]

A couple seconds later it appears back on the table when she says “let’s get these away from kinsley” 😂😂

[@marthaely8244]

Yep, I saw that, so cute, and her Mama didn't even notice!

[@ig6851]

Kingsley is hilarious! 😂

[@dwagnerful]

MaCenna, you can never have too many books 📚 on a bookshelf...lol😉 Your cottage is becoming a 🏡 home! ♥️

[@Soulfulcottage]

This! I’m voting for way more books, esp behind the tree, to give it that cozy library feel.

[@maerorable]

I think you'd really appreciate how Laura Melhuish-Sprague decorates her house for Christmas (and just her renovation videos in general)! I find a lot of inspiration in both of your channels!

[@kathrynphillips4172]

Agreed!!

[@sueriley4412]

I enjoy the thrift shops. I found myself nodding to things I liked that you showed to us. 😊 Decorations on the mantle and shelves so pretty.

[@elizabethevanskiikka2184]

Paint the nutcrackers with leftover house paints so they literally match the house decor! ❤️🥰

[@mklarson2980]

Gorgeous!! Oh my goodness, when Kinsley stole your little birth year ornament🤣😂The garland with those ribbons and big brass bells, just beautiful, I'm so inspired!🎄🎀🔔

[@MarleeMayI]

I was an assistant to an embroiderer for 4 years, and I ran the big 6 and 10 needle for her while she did the digital work. I'm blown away that you were able to learn all that in such a short time frame. I really struggled with the digital part.

[@itsmemegan1000]

She’s a genius, so of course she figured it out

[@Rebelhomeland]

It looked like Romeo was running it. Some of those machines are super hard to run & trouble shoot. And very expensive. If you where a computer smart person I'm sure it would help. Since she's a pro that most likely helped.

[@rachelbrouard1240]

I've been working for the same company for 32 years doing embroidery. I'm running a 15 head machine, and I love it. My hearing has suffered through 🤣

[@sunshinelady7933]

@@rachelbrouard1240 hope you get well💗💗💗

[@alyssataylor2338]

I'm living my Christmas decorating life vicariously through you right now! I still have another full week of law school papers and finals to get through before I can do my own decorating. For the time being I can only watch your vlogs during my study breaks.

[@lizphillips2283]

Good luck with the studies

[@alyssataylor2338]

@@lizphillips2283 thank you!

[@jamatwar]

The grinch is my favourite Christmas movie of all time! Ahhhh! 😅

[@amend021]

Super pretty 🤩 I would shorten the swagged ribbon by three inches or so so it’s a little more in the greenery but it is stunning! Great job!

[@dn5582]

I discovered your channel a couple of months ago and you are pure joy. I’m from your mother’s generation and enjoy when you include her in the videos from time to him. However, you my dear and your handsome Romeo are adorable. Enjoying watching your DIY remodel.

[@shelleyjames9830]

The mantel is perfection

[@Cinderella1125]

Love the bookshelves! You can never have too many shelves to decorate. Love the books, candles, and other vintage decor. Back in the day I used to collect David Winter English cottages. I especially loved the pudding houses such as the one you picked up at the thrift store. It's so exciting to decorate and then tweak the items until things are just right. Thank you for a fun video! ✳❤💚🎄❇

[@mariannegoins3610]

This was such a good video. Shopping, coffee, Romeo, Mom and design. So quiet and peaceful. CHRISTMAS IS IN THE AIR.

[@NoneYa-pg6dk]

That chimney! Gorgeous. I’m inspired now.

[@sheilavanduynfote5539]

My heart is full coming home to a video from McCenna makes me so HAPPY. This is so much work for you but please just remember you are making thousands of us so happy. You actually are a light in a somewhat dark time. Thank You❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nardinevf4793]

This was so comforting to watch! Also loved it when kensly stole the ornament hahah

[@sheilaolson8066]

Amazon has sets of flickering tapers with a remote that would work well so you don’t have to reach them on the shelves

[@sandrastrobel1254]

It’s looking so beautiful and festive. Thank you for doing vlogmas. 🎄🎄🎄

[@carolineatterby8106]

I m in love with your cottage...that mantel looks so pretty..for Christmas with the shelving and your tree...loved the Christmas shopping too..vloggmas with Ma Cenna bringing so much joy..🥰

[@mpchevanel]

I saw the tile in the kitchen in your background and its beautifullllll

[@wainwrightroad6100]

OMG the sneak peek of the tile in the kitchen! That is such a reflection of the bookshelves in the living room! I am geeking out!

[@kimpike4362]

The rooms are visually balanced! A lot of forethought.

[@Bluegrassprincess]

I missed that!

[@barbarashelton6709]

Mantel and bookshelves look real nice,you two are making your home look so warm and cozy. Thank You for taking the time to make the volgs, they bring so much joy!!!!!

[@gingermonette7455]

So funny when Kinsley stole one of your ornaments when you were showing us your thrift haul! And--mantle garland looks GREAT!

[@susanmorris-smith5509]

So happy you picked up that sweet little crystal lamp!!! It all looks amazing 🎄🎉🎶🎁🎄

[@danabibbs3034]

I love your decorating. You make it look so effortless. It is sheer talent.

[@angiebartelme]

LOVE you in yellow, you’re beautiful! Thanks for working so hard to give us all content to look forward to, Merry Christmas!

[@jeanninef2110]

Kinsley is just too cute!! She reminds me so much of our Cooky (he's been gone for over 10 years...still miss him lots!) Beautiful Christmas decor!

[@ruthpena1077]

Ooh, in the intro, I got a glimpse of a sneak peek little something! I can't wait until Sunday!

[@districtofcrystal]

Kinsley the ornament thief 🤣❤️

[@itsGabrielaCristina]

Oh my God, MaCenna! Those shelves and that mantel look SO cozy and luxe! Also, as much as I am desperate to see the kitchen progress, I can't wait for you to put your finishing touches on the windows and door in the living room. It's going to make such a big difference!

[@cicabezmer]

I love how supportive Romeo is!! You are such a sweet couple!

[@gabl3400]

Love love these videos!! And I am loving the bookshelf decor-the book bundles add that vintage flare

[@carolynallen597]

I love hearing your thought process on your decor designs. I don't usually enjoy when people do that, but you explained it so well it was enjoyable, not to mention original and gorgeous!!

[@brittianyistre]

Decorating phase is here!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@kamsisterrs]

Compared to your past Christmas decorating videos, holy smokes! Christmas in the cottage has elevated the game ten fold! Amazing macenna I hope you’re loving it! You’ve been waiting for so long for this moment ❤️

[@kelseyrichmond4285]

Omgggg can we please see it with the lights off at night! It’s so so so pretty!

[@scohen1021]

You make me smile!!!!! thank you for that...

[@jeannettechristensen5494]

Suggest you add lights to the greenery drooped in the front of the mantel as right now it looks very empty. Also, if you cut the Garland on the right and rehang it so that the greens are pointed down versus up, it will look much more natural.

[@sandrasanders9290]

I love how you decorated the fireplace!

[@Ellierua]

Some people just have that flair for design that can bring it together so well.. Looks gorgeous..!

[@sydneykasmar]

The decorations are looking amazing! the garland is gorgeous! Have we seen that baby of Kinsley's before. It's face is a perfect dupe of Kinsley. So cute.

[@marybrasil607]

Everything looks beautiful I love your fireplace. You are so talented and everything that you do 💝🥰🎄

[@ChrisBury20]

I seen the sneak peek 🥰 just enough. Good haul!

[@robindestasio7563]

Kinsley took off with the finch ornament, too cute :)

[@brittanynichols4791]

It looks so good, and cozy!!! I used to set up my grandma's Christmas village, and I would give it a story. Everyone had a name a purpose in the scene. Weird holiday decorating memories 😂🎄☃️

[@deviousfate]

OMG MACENNA!!! that little house you picked up at the thrift store made me SO happy. My grandma used to have a collection of all of those little houses and I absolutely adored them. Would make up little stories of them when I was a kid and rearrange them on her shelf into a new village every time I went to visit. They have long since disappeared but I remember her having that very one amongst her collection and just seeing it again made me so happy.

[@TamarLitvot]

The My Bookhouse books are wonderful. We had a set of them when I was growing up, full of beautiful pictures, fairytales and poems. Each volume is more advanced and the wish to read the next one was a major motivation in improving my reading. If you see them again, get them for your future children! Even though we’ve downsized and moved into our own cottage, I kept that original set of My Bookhouse books.

[@dominiquedejong7073]

This vlog made my heart fill with so so much warmth ❤️ I smiled the whole way through! If only vlogmas with Macenna could be every day of the year!!

[@laurajeffcoat4731]

Oh MaCenna I can't tell you how happy I am for you and Romeo. Christmas in the cottage is coming together so beautifully. Love how the Garland is balancing the room. 🎄🎄🎄🤗🎄🎄🎄💓💞💕

[@donnad.7986]

So happy to see the decorating I need inspiration & I know I’ll get it watching you!! 🎄

[@lajuanaadams80]

I would have to put my couch facing the tree and fireplace so I could sit and enjoy all the beautiful lights and decorations. Looks great 👍.

[@TMB62]

Merry Holidays ⛄🎄 I love the decorations. Also your new kittens sound so cute.

[@sherryhudson9075]

Love the mantle and shelves MaCenna ! It’s just sooo beautiful and cozy ❤️

[@katekneprath3733]

you taking the ornaments out of the little trees and watching the grinch is the cutest thing i’ve ever seen 😂😍

[@saracole7799]

Loving the fireplace setting, I think the sleigh could possibly go on the right with presents tied with red ribbon perhaps? Looking forward to you and Romeo decorating outside together with the tiling in the kitchen!

[@olgabombard6277]

I love how " verbal'" Kinsley is! Your excitement is very contagious and I love all that you do!

[@amermaidstudio]

if anybody else watches with captions on and when the movie and macenna are talking it mixes up and is funny and I love it, and when the narrator says every window was locked and every lamp post was dressed, it was like macenna vibe like crazy with decor if that makes sense lol

[@San11006]

I love the garland on the fireplace! The asymmetrical aspect looks amazing

[@juliechan5017]

I showed my dad the cabinet door video because I wanted him to build me a router table just like yours, and he spent over an hour watching more of your videos and not building my table😂

[@JL11775]

Love this episode! So enjoy shopping with you for Xmas decor and watching you decorate. Meant to say a while back that I also love your Vlogmas opening with little Kinsley peeking over the couch. So cute!

[@michellebee7528]

Isn't that opening darling? I love it, too! Something about a sweet doggie makes a house a home!!❤🎄❤

[@knocturna9731]

13:17 Happy you bought this lamp.

[@rimaizri2870]

So much positive energy, and the cottage is becoming more & more cosy 😍😍😍

[@reshmadasam5331]

its midnight in india, and the only reason i stayed up is for your vlog!!!! the time difference sucks but, HAVE A GREAT DAY MACENNA!! love you!

[@magnoliaclay]

I’m so excited!!!!

[@MissTLCmn]

Are you going to put out that beautiful little wooden advent calendar/display you got at Anthropologie? It would look great on your shelves! 😍

[@pamyacuzzo6614]

I love to thrift. It has spoiled me. I think I heard you say the same thing in a earlier video. You did great! The shelves and the mantle look so very pretty. Beautiful! You are so talented!

[@traceyroberts7766]

MaCenna, everything looks so cozy. Beautiful. Kinzley is so stinkin cute. I miss my little baby. Merry Christmas to you all!

[@denises9426]

Thank you for all your hard work in putting these daily vlogs together for us!! LOVE your content!!!🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@BH-ex4hp]

You bringing in old world warmth and charm to Christmas decor… is so good just like what Romeo said! I love it, Thank you❤️🎄❤️🎄❤️🎄

[@marblestrife3370]

Instead of painting the nutcrackers you should stain them!! With different colored stains! I did that one year so much more vintage-y looking!

[@hahna77]

Ohh, that would be so good.

[@linzertube]

Beautiful work on the mantle and shelves.

[@cyrinebouzouaia1715]

As much as i am excited for the living room Christmas dream seeying the kitchen cabinets bear and unfinished triggers me on another level it separates the house in two. But great job, it looks fantastic

[@953orion]

MaCenna's vlogmas is life!!! Thank you!!! 💚

[@itsjess94]

Ugh I am obsessed with the decor. It looks very similar to what I was going for this year. Sending Christmas cheer ❤

[@cheriwhitley8385]

Love the thrift store shopping..I looove that garland..🤣

[@cheriwhitley8385]

Meant to put a heart❤..not🤣

[@hunterhalverson4598]

Vlogmas is giving me life!!!

[@l.e.bingham6643]

I love the intros happy holidays.🙏🏾💖🥰💯💫

[@andreamurphy7223]

Such a cozy and warm Christmas vibe...lovely.

[@AlexBlooms]

Your place looks so cozy! I am loving it!

[@sandygraetz5166]

Love the Christmas decorations and the swags and little trees! I love how you explan what you are doing and why. Like that more green on one side of the mantel as the Christmas tree was on the other side!…love the vlogs!😊 so good! Thank you for all you work!😊🌲🎄♥️

[@Peaceful-Dez]

I love your fireplace it is gorgeous! The white lights (which is what I decorate with and love), the ribbons and the garland frame the mantle perfectly and the bells are the perfect touch to finish it off. Can not wait to see the completed version after you add the extra ribbon and tweak it a bit more. Your little trees on the bookshelves would be cute with the small fairy battery operated and remote controlled lights. You barely see the tree the lower area in the dark corner of the shelf, just an idea to consider. Until your next vlogmas video have a great rest of your day.

[@steveschumacher1108]

Love your style of decorating. Thanks for showing us how to have a beautiful home without spending a ton of money. Thrifting is the was to go, Thanks Jo

[@deborahharrison9401]

So gorgeous and cosy xx

[@melidaargullin1157]

Love how everything is looking for Christmas, some reason I imagined the tree going in front of the middle window and swapping the chairs and sofa

[@tammyleviner3070]

The mantle looks really pretty, so cozy and cottagy!! The ribbons and bells really elevated it! The shelves are pretty too of course! Totally enjoying vlogmas this year🎄

[@mbweis1012]

Kinsley’s baby looks like her ❤❤❤

[@angelamoreno5914]

Can I make a suggestion about the television position? Only a suggestion... I keep looking at it and something seems not right with the shelves all the way to the ceiling and the television so close to the fireplace. What about the wall across the windows and put a beautiful painting or a mirror on top of the fireplace instead. The level of the TV should be lower not needing to look up to watch I'm thinking. It's only a suggestion, because everything you're doing is beautiful and I have such admiration for your work ethic and style. xxx

[@abigailhetcher7803]

Guuurrlll omggg! Loveee your mantel! Giving all the right childhood Christmas vibes!❤️

[@monalingan9523]

Kinsley is so vocal and such a mommy’s girl. She is just too cute! Love the way you’re decorating your living room.

[@ravennareins3629]

Your videos bring me so much joy but vlogmas really brings me so much happiness- I don't decorate so watching you really does but a smile on my face - this is my 3rd year watching you and I hope many more years will follow