Decorating My Victorian Home for Christmas 2023!

Hello, friends -- Please join me as I create authentic 19th century decorations for the parlor and staircase in this Victorian-era house. Recipe for the REAL Hot Chocolate is linked below!
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Kevin Lee Jacobs
Box 742
Valatie, NY 12184

[@denisebedford4641]

These episodes are so relaxing and soothing. Kevin is like Mr. Rogers for adults. He explains how to do everyday things calmly, friendly, and in a "nice" way.

[@anthonyreale1786]

I agree that’s why I do enjoy this videos. Best M

[@MA-sk4fg]

I have a handmade nest ,made by my beloved friend who suddenly passed away. When I hang it on the tree , i think about her and i feel shés still with me.

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

Beautiful memories 😊

[@user-xl4zr1xw1o]

Come on Fans! Are Goldie & Avery just adorable?!?!?!

[@TuckerSP2011]

Yes, absolutely!

[@happyday8280]

And Binkie !!

[@milliehouston1089]

Yesssss!!! ❤

[@magalymendoza9653]

Yes she is😊

[@carole3680]

Knee pads make the lower branches less of a strain when lighting the tree.

[@MA-sk4fg]

How heartwarming to watch your videos Kevin . You are such a good friend to your audience. Thank you for being here.

[@amberperli856]

I agreed 100 percent!! Very heartwarming!

[@tessalister1226]

Heartwarming for sure , hope not heart attack warning after that huge mug of hot chocolate and cream.

[@user-mf5bp6sj1c]

Ничего не понимаю на английском языке,но смотрю,слушаю и наслаждаюсь душевным умиротворением,спокойствием и теплотой)все просто,прекрасно,бесподобно и восхитительно!!!Атмосфера добра и мира♥️

[@marinazl4394]

Обычная Рождественская атмосфера.

[@user-mf5bp6sj1c]

@@marinazl4394 атмосфера атмосфере рознь

[@evatervala4033]

I don't even know, where he us living with his cute Animals.

[@lanamay198]

Я тоже получаю позитивные эмоции умиротворения и эстетическое удовольствие. И мужчина такой добрый, приятный человек. Привет из Лондона. Я случайно сегодня наткнулась на этот канал. Но это не Англия. Вероятно, Америка. Или Канада.

[@lanamay198]

@@evatervala4033Must be in America? The right side road traffic.

[@paulandbenny]

This has to be the most beautiful garland/ mantle I've ever seen.

[@casaubonluc9498]

Your house look so comfy! Peaceful home for hearts that need mending. Thanks for sharing part of your life. Greetings and blessings from Montreal.

[@francespedro2164]

I agree 100 percent ❤❤❤

[@gloriarangott8803]

That's me, too❤

[@kitwren1797]

I was given an antique Italian glass chandelier. I took it apart. Used the drops as ornaments and assembled all the glass swags together for garland.

[@user-id8dc2dj5g]

Спасибо,что пригласили нас в свой дом на украшение такой замечательной ели. И спасибо за рецепт!))

[@colleen4574]

English breakfast tea, raisin bread French toast and here we go. I'd just love to have a tree that size to decorate. We downsized but I do have the ornaments though as Christmas, especially vintage, has been my passion for 4 decades. Great job Kevin. Watch Goldie, cats love to climb trees, mine do and then I get pics of her peaking out.

[@victoriahanke5086]

It’s the time to be jolly when you give us a beautiful experience! It must be glorious to live in that beautiful home. I grew up in a Victorian. There is nothing like it. It always felt like a warm hug. As a child, I would lay in bed and imagine all the other folks who had lived there. Lol! This was wonderful! Love the fur babies! ♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@kathleenpalmer845]

Lovely episode, beautiful decor. So glad you included Lizette, John, Avery and Goldie ….

[@susanhorn3910]

Yes! It was fun to see the beloved team behind KLJ’s beautiful videos. Lisette (sp?) is lovely and has a beautiful name. John was so kind to play with Avery. Kitty and Avery stole the show!

[@gwendolynfish2102]

Beautiful Kevin!

[@adriennef4637]

I sit down to work on my Christmas wreath for the front door and I see this! So love crafting or cooking along with you. You're the BEST Kevin!❤🌲🎅

[@Carol-lm4jd]

Kevin, your Christmas decorations are exquisite! I got some GREAT ideas for my mantle!

[@katescott8130]

I love hanging out with you cause you are so interesting, playing the piano, growing your food, cooking, plantings whether it be household plants or food plantings and decorating! You have taught me new recipes and and how to store foods and many things about a vegetable garden that I never knew (“I’m not a spring chicken”, so you really can teach an old dog new things! I enjoy your videos so much - so this is to wish you a very Merry Christmas to you and yours!🎄🎁

[@jackiegermann9317]

And all I have are my 2 Venus Fly Traps Flora and Fauna. 😂 I finally have found a plant I am learning how to grow and keep alive. I do not have a green thumb.

[@Gwing7061]

Wonderful, homely but elegant Christmas decorations. You have done a great job Kevin and thank you for sharing with us. Looks like Avery approves too X many thanks 🌼

[@dorishodge4451]

What a great video! You mentioned in your last video that you were going to make garlands from your own garden greenery. I thought, "What a great idea." I have a friend who lives very close to me who has beautiful evergreen trees and Holly bushes in her yard. I asked if I could clip some and she said yes. Now in today's video you showed me exactly what to do. I will be working on it this weekend. I especially want to use live greenery because I love real Christmas trees but, I have 4 cats and 3 dogs and an open floor plan house. I can't keep them away from a Christmas tree. So I use a ceramic tree on my front entrance table. A nice live greenery garland will give me the aroma of a real tree with out the pet disasters. And, I have been wanting to try the Tierra Farm teas that you love so much, so I ordered the tea gift box. Can't wait for it to arrive. Thanks, Kevin, for all your wonderful ideas and recipes.

[@shirleywelch577]

Wonderful video, love seeing Goldie and Avery they are the stars ! ! ! Mantle and tree are beautiful

[@bernicejohnson2380]

Enjoyed your video.The deer were a nice surprise. Also a BIG HELLO to the fur babies. Love your tree.

[@user-xl4zr1xw1o]

So glad to see this! My heart is warmed! Those Deer were just so apropos! Back in the day the house was so naturally cold the fruit would last longer.

[@user-jo6iw7sl3o]

Очень, очень, очень. красиво!!!!!!!! Привет из России! Счастливого Рождества!

[@lanamay198]

Миру - мир! ☀️🕊️🌎

[@angelawynne7857]

I enjoy your videos so much! Please play the piano more often, especially during the holidays.

[@adventurenana]

Wonderful video. ❤ Kevin is in full Christmas mode and I’m here for it. ❤😊🎄

[@4BluDolphins]

Quite elegant and stunning Christmas decor. Love your Garland & Christmas tree. My parents always used the trimmings from plants around our property and of course the kids would string pop corn…& dried orange slices too….The video brings back so many memories. Thank you Kevin💕🤗👍

[@jimmyconnolly3461]

Merry Christmas Kevin and Mr Fox. All the fur babies too. ❤️🥂xx

[@ljiljanamilicevic4027]

Lieber Kevin, Respekt für deine Dekoration, danke, das es dich gibt, liebe Gruße aus Österreich 😊

[@ZalthorAndNoggin]

Fabulous festive episode this time to kick off the Winter season. Thank you very much, Kevin. Your mantlepiece decoration looks particularly special this year and, like you, I love the simple Boxwood wreathes for your front doors. You, John and Lizeth made a grand job of your beautiful tree. Look out for a little package coming to you soon from Manchester which can be opened as soon as it arrives. To be honest, I'm surprised it's not already arrived. This year I'm going for something completely different. Usually I decorate a traditional green 6 foot imitation tree next to my fireplace which means I need to scramble under my desk to switch on the lights every day. As I'm not getting any younger, this year I'm putting up an all black coloured tree, kindly given to me by my Goth neighbours! I shall be placing it beside my window where there is an easily accessed plug switch for the lights!. I shall be decorating it completely in silver and white. Like you, I enjoy a mug [or two] of warming hot chocolate while trimming the tree. I'm really looking forward to your many Seasonal recipes and other fun goodies. Thank you, as always, for a great visit. Stay warm and safe until next time. Much Love and Big Hugzz, Steve xx

[@kevinleejacobs1364]

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[@marlenegiuliano6566]

I have been watching your inspiring decor, baking and cooking videos for one year. I love all your recipes that I've tried. ❤ You are an amazing flower arranger as well. I love your enormous house and gardens. Best wishes to you and your pets especially you new rescue kitty and 🎄🎁 Merry Christmas!

[@maxinejacobson4006]

Love the ornament of our beloved Queen , what was your memory of this? Thoroughly enjoyed the whole presentation, your parlour looks wonderful.

[@danielahoti4109]

I think I heard Kevin saying he has some British ancestors. They had colonized parts of North America back in those ancient day. He seems to celebrate the Victorian past time. I love the British tradition too.❤

[@isabeltorres8717]

Dear Kevin you look wonderful!!! Thank you for your time and for sharing you beautiful home !!!!!🌲

[@ritacarlson9522]

🦌 The surprise of the deer in the garden was absolutely beautiful 🎄

[@betsymcgovern3267]

Kevin! I LOVE hearing you play the piano! What a lovely way to start the video. You've given me inspiration to "get a little Christmas" going on here. Gratitude to you, as always.

[@jandmvideos9051]

I was thinking about skipping the decorating this year, but you have inspired me to get started today. Thank you.

[@peggyboehnlein8755]

You just have such wonderful outlets for things, we just dont! You are so lucky!

[@lanamay198]

I believe if the souls of those people who lived in the house 200 years ago could visit it today they would be very happy to see the way the place is being kept and looked after.

[@dajanaspaargaren9060]

Hello Mr Kevin, you have no idea how much I needed to see you and your fur children, family and friends today. ❤ thank you so very much Mr Kevin. Much love

[@karenangellotti3388]

I loved your tutorial for garlands, thankyou Kevin. I stayed at the Charles Nelson Schmick Victorian House in Leetonia, Columbiana County, Ohio one Christmas and had quite the spooking! Atop their Victorian Christmas tree, the owner/manager placed her very traditional white wedding gown and it made quite the statement (that of a ghost)! Other paranormal were dreams and inexplainable scents I experienced overnight. I believe your dwelling, Kevin, would foster only the kindest spirits!

[@meredithchildress8001]

So beautiful! I love all the fruit in the decorations as it keeps things fresh and vibrant!

[@FranjeePantyLaFleur]

The look on Avery Ophelia Elizabeth's face when she gets her praise is absolutely precious. Kevin, even the wildlife are curious about you and your home and gardens! Happy Holidays! ❤🎄

[@jakealden2517]

Kevin, hello from the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Your home reminds me of so many of the old, historic homes we have in this area. Thank you for sharing your home and your Christmas preparations with us. I always look forward to your videos!

[@dianeroome972]

I sure miss the Eastern Shore! And crab cakes! I am back home in Canada, but spent 25 happy years at JHH. Merry Christmas from Vancouver Island, British Columbia, in Canada.

[@jakealden2517]

@@dianeroome972 Thank you Diane. I hope to visit Vancouver in the next few years. Merry Christmas!

[@johnsamara5073]

Hello from Lower Delaware! Merry Christmas!

[@tricia9559]

This is a joy 🇬🇧

[@Phyllyps-Levine]

I am enthralled! Love a nice long KLJ seasonal video! Gold is such a PUFF BALL!

[@melissalambert7615]

Really enjoyed this video. Your tree is stunning! In case you did not know. The pineapple is a symbol of hospitality because it was displayed when seamen (mostly Captains) would return from a voyage to the tropics, often West Indies. Manners back then forbid anyone who was not close family visiting the wife while he was away. When he got home, they would put out front of house tropical fruits, esp pineapple, to let people know the home was welcoming visitors once again.

[@patriciaoreilly8907]

Interesting piece of history 😊 very nice manner to live bye 😊

[@sabinekoch3448]

Absolutely delightful video- cats are just so funny with Christmas decorations…😊😊 I have been inspired by you to do something about my living room - I live in a country where we now have summer, so it’s too hot to do too much😁🥵

[@esotericsolitaire]

13:05 This is sage advice that I've followed my entire adult life. Beautiful garland, and I love those plain boxwood wreaths. Reminds me of Williamsburg Christmases in Virginia.

[@sofie322]

Kevin you are very talented in everything you do, I love your videos and beautiful home.

[@stephenburns3678]

Kevin, I certainly like the way you do your projects. The exactness of placing the wreaths on the front doors to highlight the etched glass star. Breathtaking Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@lindaweaver8131]

Just love your little kitty. He's beautiful! Your mantle is so lovely. And the way you make the garland is so much easier than what others do. Thank you!

[@pmmurf101]

My decorations are coming along nicely. However my spouse and I have been in an apartment as of 2 years ago today, actually! We downsized from our two previous homes (1 for 18 years, second of 28 years), so we needed to do this move, but love it! So without former boxwoods and other fresh greenery we could bring indoors, we now substitute with a fresh poinsettia and a pared down Christmas tree that works for us. It’s a real Norfolk pine we’ve had for years. It works, and we decorate it on a tabletop. Along with other ornaments, etc. scattered throughout our space. Ok, long enough post, looking forward to your upcoming videos, as always. You have a beautiful tree and mantle scape!

[@kathleen7116]

Another wonderful video! Thank you so much!

[@s.succotash]

I love seeing your pets! ❤

[@christinebranham4569]

Comfy, cozy, and beautiful home for the Christmas holidays 😊. Thanks for sharing .

[@maryannhartzell2958]

Your garland is beautiful 💫

[@jankuhnert4768]

Oh Kevin, what a wonderful video, thank you so very much. The filming\editing and music are all exquisite. I was feeling a little “bah humbug” this year. My mom passed away two years ago and today, 1st December, is her birthday. I had thought that I wouldn’t decorate for Christmas this year but seeing your beautiful and sincere video has cheered me and I think I will after all and, like you, I’ll enjoy holding the tree decorations and remembering precious times. So lovely too to see your gorgeous fur family, such wonderful filming of them. Thank you 🙏 Jan, England.

[@carolavant3778]

Absolutely exquisite! Again, I wish I lived right next door!

[@sherriianiro747]

It's nice to see someone harvesting greenery from their abundant property instead of ordering them for a change. Your videos are so enjoyable because you keep it real!

[@esperanzaquinteros7953]

Marry Christmas Mr Jacobs & Mr Fox, Many Blessing this Season. Thank you for sharing your delicious recipes and your gorgeous home.❤

[@teresahalliday3680]

Everything looks just so beautiful in your gorgeous home. Is Goldie interested in climbing the tree? Luckily, he isn't allowed in unsupervised! But I think kittens need supervision at all times!😁 He's getting so big. Our orange cat is very interested in our tree but there is no way we can block it off. Avery seems very well-behaved!. Your hot chocolate looks so yummy and your fire, so cozy. I wish we had holly bushes in our yard but I haven't found any to plant. Looking forward to more Christmas content.

[@nathalieforde4205]

Thank you Kevin💕 it is lovely to through the seasons with you💕

[@724mak]

Yes, your cats are beautiful! Your home is magnificent and I truly enjoy all your videos! Oh how I love your Christmas tree in that elegant room with the welcoming fireplace!

[@shirink25]

You have a lovely house which looks even more beautiful with this decoration, it's like a dream home

[@Sushi2735]

I’ve been watching all day and everything you touch turns to grace and beauty? To live as you do requires much work,but it is so very civilized. The house and magnificent grounds are outstanding. How you ever found such a gracious home. But above everything you have so beautifully done , is the table in front of the lovely fireplace, and the fact the table expands for guests is even better. I admire ❤ creatively and God given talents. You are not waisting a single one!

[@PeppersMom]

Wow, has a year already passed? It seems like yesterday you were decorating for last year's Christmas. Thank you for sharing this wonderful video. Our family missed Thanksgiving due to covid and we are late to decorating for the holidays. Watching you decorate your home allows me to vicariously enjoy the process!

[@nancytimpa1981]

That is one of the prettiest mantles I’ve ever seen. I really like the naturalness if it. You did a great job.

[@jacquelinelem7446]

I’m new to your channel and absolutely loving it the garland looked absolutely stunning great idea for my dining table this year xx

[@mavep2855]

A gentle perfect beginning for the Christmas celebrations. Your garlands, wreaths and tree are beautiful. The Tierra Farm gift baskets are amazing, pretty and practical. Thanks Kevin🎄🙏❤️

[@baderinwa1]

Kevin, I love your floor mirror!

[@lightmarker3146]

Dear Kevin ; Goldies first Christmas 🎄 Can't wait to see his reaction to the tree. He likes the lights🎉 The gifts from your collection are lovely and the prices so reasonable 😊

[@susanw-cv8vg]

Tree is beautiful and so were your outside visitors. ❤❤❤ You're very fortunate to have such a wonderful selection of stores, farms, for wreaths, teas, fruits, vegetables you can drive to. The house must smell exactly like Christmas with all the greenery. Mantle looks good enough to eat 😆😆😆 Thank you for sharing your day with us, as always a very warm, enjoyable experience. Brings back a lot of heart warming memories of Christmases past. 🎄🎄🎄

[@mcfloater1171]

Your channel is lying favorite lifestyle channel on U tube !! you are so genuine and love your gardens and humble elegant style.. Happy Holidays from Nevada !

[@MA-sk4fg]

Beautiful visitors that you had Kevin!

[@zenandink3531]

Happy holidays, Kevin and Lizette and loved ones-you make a great team for creating these beautiful, enjoyable videos!

[@susanprice7202]

Oh, Kevin! WHAT A DELIGHTFUL UPLOAD!! PLEASE include a video of your playing Christmas music! What a delight that would be! Thank you for taking the dull burdens away from me for a few minutes so that! I can enjoy all of your lovely music, decorating, and hot chocolate recipe Look forward to seeing your next posting! THANK YOU AGAIN!

[@caroldimezzo2342]

Looks beautiful. Love seeing Avery and Goldie.

[@CarlaCashOutLoud]

Hi. I just discovered your channel and immediately subscribed. How lovely. I'm a recent widow and just moved into a historic home built in 1882, hoping to start a new life. You gave me such inspiration. Thank you for that and for a beautiful video. - Carla in Virginia

[@eileenworth7862]

I just love how you manage to combine style with ease. Your videos inspire me to say, " Hey! I can do this!"

[@zorkwork3841]

Very elegant ...of course! I'm sure I would LOVE seeing how pretty that old home looks in its Christmas finery! Thank you Kevin for helping us think of positive, beautiful thngs.

[@zorkwork3841]

PS hope littlw red kitty behaves with your tree and ornaments!!!!She looks very playful.

[@patriciaheath1894]

Wonderful holiday video…..I love your dog…..🌲🌲🌲

[@lyndak5492]

Beautiful! Love your videos. My cat used to love to sit under the tree and drink the water. How do you keep animals out of your lovely vegetable garden? Happy holidays!

[@user-rb5es3lu9z]

FELICITACIONES ,HERMOSO Y ELEGANTE ,BESO,TE AMO .

[@thraciangrapes]

I had to laugh when you "kid proofed" your house for your fur babies! 😅 Adorable

[@ma-ac5507]

Hi Kevin Watching this video bring me feel co calm, confortable and enjoy decorating the tree as well preparing and drinking the chocolate. You make everything look so beautiful. Thank you for everything. (Nickname" Maxi") ☕🎄☺

[@susieq2022]

Wonderful!!🎄❤

[@paulahawkins3786]

Wonderful video! It really puts me in a Christmas mood!

[@suzanneurban8205]

What a wonderful video, so inspiring and relaxing. We just put up our electric candles in the windows of our 1664 antique house here in Connecticut!

[@user-mf5bp6sj1c]

Потрясающе!!! Я восхищаюсь эстетикой и атмосферой! Я в восторге от викторианской темы)это безумно красиво!

[@innaivanova1714]

Пожилой мужчина, это его отец?

[@tishratcliff9601]

I would love the beautiful Christmas gift of Kevin playing an entire carol on his piano. ❤️

[@victoriaoliver9958]

Beautiful! So cozy and peaceful to watch this morning. Thank you for the work you do on your videos.

[@maryhandleygunter7623]

My family just came home from a Texas Tenor Christmas concert. I decided to make your hot chocolate. Yummy. Everyone is commenting how good it is. Thank you.

[@lindaarmstrongjackman9788]

You have TWO grand pianos in your fabulous Victorian home? I am green with envy. 👍😊👍

[@eileenthirling3676]

I've been waiting for this. Thank you. From the UK

[@lindaerker867]

Thank you, Kevin, for the amount of time and the amount of effort that you so freely give of yourself in producing these videos. They are gifts that you give to all of us. The time and energy that you put into each one is not taken for granted. You are a wonderful gift giver. Thank you so much for your "gifts".

[@susieh2100]

These videos are like a Mr. Rogers for Adults! They feel so nice!

[@alovely1160]

Kevin what a wonderful and festive video. I love your garland etc. Loving your decorations that you put on the tree. Kings and Queens etc. Beautiful. ❤️❤️🎄

[@sandrapersaud3105]

Thank you, Kevin. Love your videos 📹 ❤️ , especially this one.❤

[@veronicastewart1112]

Thank you for the hot chocolate recipe. It's a lovely Christmas gift!

[@deborahescobar-rivera4611]

Great video! Your house is spectacular and your ornaments are lovely. Loved the Tudor ornaments. I’ve been wanting to purchase the teas from Tierra Farms and I’m so glad I waited. Just purchased a kit of each. 😊

[@DeanRussellHickey]

For those who don't have a country property where the material for the wreaths and garland is grown, you can do what I did a few years back. We lived in Northumberland County in Ontario, surrounded by farms and forests. We would take a small saw and garden sheers and head out to gather all that Kevin shows here. It was fun, and we didn't waste any time for fear of getting caught! To this day I look back on Google Earth to see and remember our favourite spots for collecting the greenery. We'd come home with an SUV full of everything we needed. I miss outdoor decorating now that I live in an apartment in the heart of a large city...but the memories live on. Thank you Kevin, for the good old fashioned simple pleasures you've shown in this episode.

[@HerCalifornia]

Thank you for offering a way to support a local farm important to you! The granola gift basket is perfect for my daughter!