Beautiful tree Josie, and a perfect size for that corner! 🎄 Maybe try bending the top branch into half to make it shorter and thicker, so then the star topper can sit better and up straight on it? 🌟 And then you could use a bit of thin wire to wrap around the bottom of the star and attach to the top branch, that should keep it in place nicely 😘 xx
I like videos of you showing your regular day, like cooking (including Charlie's), around the house, deco ideas of your house, baking...it feel so cozy, I just love it!
Darling Josie, I find with an artificial tree if you bend the top "spire" branch over on itself, it makes it wider and more sturdy and forms an upside down "v" that compliments the shape of the cone of the star. This usually stops the star pulling the branch/ top over to one side. I can't see the top of your tree properly, but that is what I would do to stabilise the star. Your tree look fabulous. xxx
Thank you so much Josie for doing daily vlogs! I know it must be a lot of work but they r so entertaining and relaxing to watch! I always get so excited when I get a notification that u posted a new vid! Thank u!! 💕
Another fan of rebecca robeson and her xmas videos. Theres loads. From wrapping to tree decs and staircase decorations. She does a fab one in front of her massive mirror.
I had to stop watching and grab a hanky when you gave us that beautiful smile of excitement after you lit the tree. I have always found Christmas an emotional time of year but finding you and being part of your energy and enthusiasm is beyond wonderful and so healing, especially this year. I have no idea how I came across your vlogs but I'm beyond grateful to have done so throughout these Covid months. The coming winter will feel longer than usual but you, Josie, and your fiancé and little dogs will make it so much more enjoyable. God bless you for being you. 🇨🇦
Your house is made for Christmas decorations! 🎄 I think some red ribbons would be the finishing touch for you tree. Your last Christmas video inspired me to order x-mas stockings with our names at Etsy and they just arrived! 🥳
Watching the tree take shape in that glorious room makes me immediately think of "Christmas Future" with your kiddos padding downstairs from their bedrooms to find this magical room has had a visit from a fat, jolly old elf. What Christmas memories you will make in this room this year, and in the years to come. Enjoy every beautiful moment.
Josie I don't think rubbing alcohol will make any difference, it is used before adding the command strip to remove grease from a surface, stone is especially lime or sandstone is porous so this will have no effect. The grainy/fine texture also won't help, perhaps try the underside of the paneling? Or we use hooks that can be hand-screwed into a beam to hang our decorations, this may work for the paneling? x
In the US, we often add bead garland to our trees to add some horizontal visual interest or ribbons loosely twisted and tucked in the branches. Your tree looks lovely! As for videos I’d like to see 1) country winter outfits 2) decorating your garden for Christmas 3) making Christmas dinner 4) Christmas cookie baking 5) gift guide for males 6) Christmas outfits 7) gift guide for ladies 8) what’s on your Christmas list. As always, thank you for the wonderful videos!!
Strings of beads are a nice and classy alternative to tinsel. You could even do a pearl look string of beads. Some bows would be nice. Maybe a red tartan. Floral picks would also add some texture and depth. Tree is beautiful. :)
This tree is the perfect size for your drawing room and the decorations are absolutely gorgeous. I can hardly wait to see garlands wrapped around the staircase banter. Your old house new home is going to be so festive.
A tip for next year (or next tree - if you get more) - fluff the branches one layer at a time (before putting on the next layer) - much easier to get the middle of the tree fluffed up nicely too. You are really making me want to drag out my Christmas decor!
i would love to see you decorate your garden! lights or there are oversized baubles you can hang on trees and because of social distancing sending cards are one the things i think are important this year, maybe you could do a video on some lovely cards and fun ways to make them special (i draw pictures on my envelopes or decorate with festive stickers)
Josie you have thee most impeccable taste. The decorations are so stunning and regal ,which suits your home so so much. The cinamon buns ,coffee and your decorating gives us feel good vibes! Im just happy seeing you decorate and go about your daily chores. Maybe you could have a video of you and your mom and Charlie and his mom decorating or baking/cooking a family favorite recipe together around the holiday theme. Xo
Hi Josie, Maybe a sit down video/vlog style video of your favorite Christmas/Holiday memories and memorabilia (like some of the family room tree ornaments you mentioned). Really enjoying your videos! Cheers
Hello Josie. Everything looks so festive and gorgeous. The garland would look beautiful draped over the fireplace. Try using command hooks. They work great and do not damage anything.
Oh my goodness!! The music, the vibe, the whole content of this vlog has got me in SUCH a Christmassy mood! I’ve had such a busy week at work so it’s a Saturday well spent catching up on your vlogs 🥰
Dear Josie, You are so wonderful in all your videos! Thank you for all you do to share with us, and help us relax, and enjoy Life as it is in this pandemic year. You make my day!
I love the tree and the decorations! I would like to see different Xmas side dish ideas in the next few videos. I always feel like we do the same side dishes at Xmas every year, so it'll be nice to see what you guys have around Xmas.
Command hooks are the best! I use them all the time and never prep with rubbing alcohol. I don’t think that step is necessary. I’d say you’ll have better luck sticking them to the wood (they won’t damage it when you pull them off) because the stone might not be the right texture. There’s also heavy duty versions of command hooks and even outdoor ones! Try the outdoor ones-they’re meant to stick to stone and outdoor surfaces
Reeally love your tree!!! It is soo beautiful! And no matter of the garland not working out this time, gives us more to wait and it is only more satisfying once it is up! Loads of love from Germany!!
I would love to see how you will be dressing the festive table/chairs. What sort of placemats and plates etc you will be using. Also centre decor, table runner or tablecloth. Lovely cosy Christmas vlog Josie. 🦋
I had a very similar tree Topper and had the same issue with it not balancing! I ended up pulling the spring base to make it longer and it actually really helped! Your decorations are absolutely stunning, Josie! 😍❤️
Those buns lookes amazing! As an avid baker myself, I can give you a tip for keeping them round while cutting: use some floss or a cooking string to cut them. Just put a long string of dental floss under the bottom of the dough, keep the ends of the string in each hand, wrap it around the top and pull tightly in opposite directions to pull the floss through the roll. If you need a visual, there are tutorials. Loving the trees, it's getting me in a festive mood!
Can we all just take a minute to appreciate Josie’s Arger skills because they are the most temperamental but beautiful traditional British kitchen equipment. Loving your content at the moment! Honestly the best and so glad you are uploading regularly to get us through Lockdown 2.0. Please could you let me know where your embroidered cushions are from in the Drawing Room? They would look great in my sitting room 🙏🏻
Josie, your video cheered me no end. The tree is gorgeous and inspiring lots of video ideas. Perhaps, you could share some of your favorite holiday memories and traditions you held as a child and now have with Charlie. It would also be fun to hear about your favorite treats, maybe hosting a video of you and Charlie cooking/baking together. Gift ideas for pets and pet lovers. I would also love to hear how you give back during the holidays highlighting favorite charities or events. It's such a pleasure escaping into the countryside as well. Thank you for all you do for us. You are a gift!
Yes to bows. My mum had the same problem with the star so I used a bit of ribbon to tie it to the tree to secure. Not only did it hold the star up but looked very pretty xx
So wonderful and, oh, Josie, you are the nicest loveliest person ever!! Your vlogs are always so comfy and cosy! About a new themes: maybe some plans & ideas about how to spend time on Christmas holidays + some motivating tips for the start of the next year
Video request: it’s not festive, but you and Charlie make such amazing food. I know you’ve shared a handful of recipes, but I’m wondering if you meal plan, or just cook based on what you have. How do you think about grocery shopping and/or meal prep?
Josie your gold ornaments are just lovely! I like the idea of adding some gold bows. I have also seen gold flowers on trees and it is quite stunning. I also enjoy your recipes! Have a Blessed day!
Your Christmas tree looks absolutely beautiful, just perfect. It doesn’t necessarily need it but if you wanted to add some texture as you suggested then we sometimes use very wide ribbon (you could use gold) and twist it around the tree where tinsel would usually be. It adds a really lovely dimension. Really looking forward to your beautiful home getting festive xx
Your cooking segments of your vlogs are my favorite! They’ve inspired so many fun recipes I’ve never even thought to try and a Christmas themed one would be really fun
For your heavy star on the top of the tree try using a bamboo cane in the middle attached to the trunk and sticking up at the top it can sometimes help keep the top more rigid xxxxx
Video requests: I would love anything to do with Christmas! Your first Christmas in the old house, Christmas breakfast cooking, shimmery holiday makeup, watching you put the gold and crystals on your nails, festive holiday fashion haul, winter dinner date indoors with you and Charlie, dressing up the dogs for Christmas, lookbook shoot, Christmas tree diffuser blends, advent calendars, eggnog and drinks recipes, Christmas recipes
The tree looks stunning Josie, you could put on some wired twisted festive ribbon or/and some silvery gold poinsettias? Just a suggestion. Your house is going to be so lovely at Christmas!🥰💜
Hi Josie Loved the baking, definitely going to try to bake some sticky buns soon. Re your tree, I think some wired ribbon draped around the tree spiralling down. That would look spectacular! Also love your garland idea - It will look so magical 🥰
Lovely job with Christmas tree! If you'd like to add some diversity in texture I would suggest that you consider vintage, even antique looking ornaments, executed in fabric, wood, lace, porcelain or crystal. Ginger brad ornaments would fit in lovely as well. The idea is to achieve that generational inheritance vibe when it comes to ornaments which are collected, cherished and passed on through generations, like family tradition. Those textures will add dimension and variety to your tree, and overall more of an old country home, cozy yet classy and natural festive vibe. Personally, I have nothing against bows, but overly stuffed look isn't my cup of tea. It's jut not European vibe to me, although it may look lovely in the right place. XOXO
I got a similar snowflake topper last year and had the same problem. My spring screwed off and I was left with a post at the back which I spiked into the top of the tree and it worked perfectly!
Omg my mouth watered watching those cinnamon rolls!! And your Christmas tree looks espectacular Josie! Maybe a video of Christmas beverages, of tabledecorating tips xx
The tree looks amazing and love all your choices of baubles, maybe for that something extra that ur looking for you could use picks or sprays, I discovered this from watching Rebecca Robeson and her daughter Sharrah they are brilliant for decorating their trees and they are a game changer 🎄🎄🎄🥰
It really too early for me to be adding Xmas decor to my home but this year has been so rubbish, that I may be earlier than usual, inspired by your vids. We can all do with some festive cheer 🎄
Hi Josie, I think it is lovely to see what you eat, or the food you buy, it is always inspiring to take ideas from other people way of cooking and shopping, and if it is any different in this festive season from the rest of the year. It would also be lovely to see an update of the work you have done in the house and in the coach house as well. Also how do you care for all your plants in the garden during the winter season ? Just a few ideas but whatever you will do I am sure it will be very interesting to watch ! 😃 Love from me & the girls 🐼🐻
OMG, I'm dying for your cinnamon buns right now. Wow!!!! I was worried you wouldn't put the icing on them but you didn't let me down. Heaven! And what a gorgeous Christmas jumper. Yes PINK! Sorry for the camera - yay new President!!!! The tree looks gorgeous! I wish I could upload a photo but last year I was sent three dozen red roses at Christmas which opened so beautifully. My stepdaughter and I decided to add them to the tree and although they didn't last more than a few days - the effect was incredible. Also, maybe a gift wrap 101? I'm sure you do fabulous gift wrapping! All the best! xoxo
The tree is lovely, Josie. If you’d like to add a bit of red, consider a cranberry garland (or small cranberry clips) and/or red cardinal birds (my favorite). You’ve inspired me to buy some new “bobbles” this year!
Totally agree tinsel is tacky, I hang my star for the top of the tree from the ceiling & balance it just on top. Tree is absolutely beautiful sending lots of magical virtual hugs 🤗 🤗 🤗 & stay safe Xxx
Thanks Josie! You looked amazing in your last vlog. 😊I have ordered some of the gifts that you suggested and I will try your recipe. Thanks, you are amazing ❤️
omg Josie your tree is gorgeous! Literally my dream to have such a big massive tree, we have the ceiling height for it, just not the space or the budget this year, but staying positive, one Christmas in the future I will have one of my own! 😍
I saw a beautiful tree vlog yesterday that looked very similar to yours. The decorator added floral branches and berries and missed branches to fill it in. Beautiful
I do have an idea on how to complete your tree with other than tinsel, which is always so messy. I had this same dilemma and so I went out and bought a couple of white feather boas. What you do is you cut them into 4-5 inch pieces and lay them on the tips of the branches so they look like snow. The boa is made of soft, delicate feathers and they hold on perfectly. When Christmas is over, you can easily take them off and store them for next year. Just an idea you might like to consider... 🇨🇦
The treen looks amazing and yes I would add some bows/ribbon or even poinsettia flowers? Could you lightly pin the stockings off to the far sides of the fireplace under between the rock and wood?
The tree's beautiful, Josie! For the topper...maybe you could wire in a wooden dowel, behind the top couple branches sticking up, and going down enough length to give it the strength to hold the tree topper? Just a thought.
Really lovely to see the boys helping, even when you put the rolls in the oven , at first I thought you had said Dexter set the timer for 20 minutes 😂🤣then realised you had said Alexa. Your tree is beautiful, yes some sort of ribbon or burlap would look nice . It already feels very cosy 🤗. Stay safe stay well. You could keep the polar bear for he nursery 🤔
Cinnamon buns look incredible - top tip, rather than use a knife, use some taut cotton thread or fishing twine to 'cut' the slices, that way you get a very neat finish that leaves the bun round not squished. Yours look amazing. Love your films Josie x
Wonderful vlog! Thank you! That's a great looking tree I must say! Instead of tinsel have you thought about cascading/twirling ribbons around the tree like tinsel it works a treat! The tree topper... Reinforce a few branches together with some florists wire and then try the tree topper again! Good luck and thanks for the festiveness 😊🎄
I love your new home and your beautiful Christmas decorations. We have a similar tree topper and what we did to make it work on our tree was to wire it onto a shortened wooden dowel. We slip it into the center top of the tree and the stick goes down into the center of the tree. We put the very top part of the tree inside of the spiral just as you normally would. You can’t see the dowel, but it is very sturdy. We just leave the dowel on the topper and store it that way from year to year. I hope this works for you.
