Monday, November 27, 2017

French Country Christmas Courtyard



 Welcome to our Christmas Courtyard!
 Decking the halls begins with the exterior, and for me, it is the wreath on the door that says "Merry Christmas" and "Welcome" to our home.  Happily I partnered with Lynch Creek Farm,  a family business located in the Pacific Northwest that sells elegant evergreens from their farm.  Living in the New England, I have decorated our home for many years with local evergreens from big box stores and small garden nurseries.  Lynch Creek Farm topped them all with their big bountiful and beautiful wreaths.  I couldn't be happier to pass the word along, as well as give my readers a chance to win their own wreath or centerpiece in a Lynch Creek Farm giveaway!
For my french doors in our courtyard I chose the 26" Blended Bay Wreaths with moss green bows. 
 The style of this wreath felt most like something you would find in the French countryside. 
Full and lush with bay leaves, cedar and balsam greens, and pinecones, adorned with a moss green burlap wired bow. They come with or without bows, with bows in either an apple or moss green color.
 Piper and I set the stage for a Christmas courtyard, starting with the old
cast iron urns, that we filled with cut lengths of birch, followed by balsam clippings
around the edges.  It is a simple treatment for outdoor containers and it will look
good all winter long.  The natural Blended Bay wreaths will go the distance too, 
as appropriate as they are for ringing in the holidays, they will look still look great 
during the long winter months when the snow begins to fly.
 A pretty winter dressing for the courtyard is just what I had in mind.
Understated elegance, and it all looks wonderful with the rustic nature of the space.
Of course Lynch Creek Farm has a huge variety of wreaths, with everything one
can imagine~velvet bows in rich holiday red and cranberry,  magnolia leaf wreaths,
themed wreaths for wine country and whimsical styles as well.  
The Blended Bay should be renamed the French Country Wreath if you want 
my opinion.....haha!
One tip for filling outdoor containers is to stuff them while the weather has yet to
get too cold, so that the potting soil will accept the branches and logs, and then when
it freezes it will keep them in place all winter long.  You can add berry twigs or ribbons
or keep it simple, like I did.  I do plan to add some twinkling white lights to each urn
for a bit of extra sparkle and magic to our entry. 
Piper is pretty pleased with how it all turned out.
She only ran off with one birch log while I was busy hanging the wreaths.
Caught in the act!  Oh well, she is still just a big puppy.
 It couldn't look nicer, and now I wish I had one more of these wreaths to
decorate my little garden shed.  When they first arrived, I took one up to the 
shed and tried it out....and it looked so darling. 
 Guess I could use one more...
Simply gorgeous.  
These wreaths will last for months when hung outdoors
in our cold climate.  They can also be hung indoors and will last for weeks
with a regular misting of water to keep the greens fresh.
Before we know it, Christmas will be here! 
Our guests will be entering our home 
through the courtyard to celebrate the season.  
 My wreaths from Lynch Creek Farm set the tone for what lies ahead...
a bountiful and beautiful holiday home.  

Now for the Lynch Creek Farm Giveaway!

All you have to do for a chance to win a centerpiece or wreath is to visit 
Lynch Creek Farm and come back and tell me what item you would love to win.
For more chances to win, leave a comment on each of my blogging friends posts
as well!  Also, make sure you leave your email address in the comments so we 
can contact the winners.  The giveaway is limited to residents of the Continental U.S.
and Canada. The deadline is midnight, Sunday, December 3, 2017.

See their beautiful homes via the links below~
Click and visit!   Good Luck and Happy Holidays!!





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117 comments:

  1. Those wreaths were meant to be on your doors! They are gorgeous and fit in so well with your French Country Courtyard! Great tip about the planting of the greens and so glad that Piper was there with you to cheer you on and help you decorate the porch! He probably thinks that one less log looks better! Have a great day Amy!

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    1. Thank you Shirley! It was great fun joining you in this special holiday blog hop!

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  2. Oh I have courtyard envy! The pair of blended bay wreaths are just beautiful on your doors and I love your handsome urns with the birch logs and greenery! I had to chuckle at Piper running off with a log, such a cute assistant. :)

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  3. So beautiful, Amy and Piper is the cutest helper. My she has grown. I know their wreaths are beautiful, but the sun on our front door is just too much for them. I know yours will last a long time since you are much cooler than we ever get. That last shot with the peek of the tree is fabulous and I'm looking forward to more.

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    1. YOu are right about the sun shining on the wreaths....I can't put a real wreath on our front door as it gets sun all day long, so it was so nice to have the French doors decked out with these lush fresh wreaths.

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  4. Beautiful wreaths. I also am salivating over the urns.
    I made a wreath out of wine corks. It's a big hit, and everybody wants one. We have no shortage of corks....

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  5. I love your courtyard. I don't have a courtyard, but have an atrium instead ... I think those wreaths would look great on my doors! Piper is too cute and I bet, great company. Thanks for the introduction to Lynch Creek and I'll go with the Blended Bay wreath, too!

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  6. Gorgeous courtyard Amy! I sent my mom a wreath last year with a big pink bow and she loved it! I love the green against your black doors gf.

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  7. they are all beautiful but I LOVE the bronze magnolia wreath!!

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  8. Really gorgeous Amy and where is Colby, LOL? We can't use fresh here in Miami, so I always go faux. Even inside they dry out from the constant A/C...but I'm loving how yours look!

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  9. Your French Courtyard is so inviting, you have done a great design. The wreaths are so lush yet very unique. I would love to have the Blended Bay Wreath. I think that is what you have! Have a blessed Christmas.

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  10. Everything looks lovely! Winter Sleigh is my favorite Lynch Farms centerpiece!

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  11. Beautiful! If I win, I would love the Gold Elegance wreath. Have a wonderful day! My email address is donna_437@yahoo.com

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  12. Beautiful decorations Amy! If I were to win I would love the Gold Elegance wreath. My email is donna_437@yahoo.com

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  13. I like the Mr. Snowy centerpiece. My kids would love seeing the cute little snowman.

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  14. How lovely, and your assistant is just too cute,what a sweet pup! I love both the Wildlife centerpiece and wreath. Thank you and Merry Christmas!

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  15. Oh my your courtyard is beautiful and I want to thank Mary at Home is Where your Boat Is for suggesting your sight...You cannot pick just one thing at Lynch Creek Farms it all is done beautifully..But I love the Country Sleigh and the Country wreath

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  16. Also beautiful Amy! I love your French doors, decked out in those stunning wreaths they are divine. The wreaths are stunning, and I love the green bows. Happy holidays! It's a joy to be on this tour with you today.

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  17. Amy, your French Courtyard is just beautiful decorated for the Christmas Season. I visited the site and would love to have the Southern Charm Centerpiece.

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  18. Love everything in your courtyard decor. The birch logs look wonderful in your urns and the wreaths are so gorgeous on your doors. I would love a blended bay wreath hanging on my garden trellis in front of my home.

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  19. Absolutely the prettiest wreaths I have seen. They look so full and fresh.

    masperle@gmail.com

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  20. I am in love with your stone steps! That is amazing. And I have chosen the Blended Bay wreath also. I love your simple take on decor. I can't wait to see it with snow!
    :) gwingal

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  21. TIS THE SEASON IS MY FAVORITE WREATH...SURE HOPE IT WILL BE MINE...LOVE AND THANK YOU....NORMA VAUGHN NKMVAUGHN@GMAIL.COM

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  22. Your courtyard looks amazing! Thank you for giving us the chance to have one of these gorgeous wreaths!! I would love the Plaid Bow Traditional!! Happy Holidays to you and your family!

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  23. Your courtyard looks amazing! I would love the Plaid Bow Traditional wreath!! Thank you for giving us a chance to win this! Happy Holidays!

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  24. Lovely! I want to come visit! I choose Wildlife Centerpiece. marthajane1@hotmail.com

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  25. Thank you so much for offering such a lovely and generous giveaway! I would choose the Two Turtle Doves wreath.

    clogzilla(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  26. Piper is getting bigger and is soooo cute. I would love your courtyard. It's magical. Love their plaid traditional wreath

    Cindy

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  27. Your granite steps are amazing! I love the blended bay wreath. Have a wonderful Christmas! xo Su

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  28. Love love love your courtyard! I would have to go with the blended bay as well or perhaps the premium garland. Thanks Amy

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  29. Love love love the courtyard! I would go with the blended bay as well or perhaps the premium garland. Thanks Amy

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  30. Love your courtyard and your little helper. I visited the site and fell in love with the majestic magnolia wreath. I am in Alabama visiting my sister and always loved the magnolia wreaths.
    Cherbust@verizon.net.

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  31. What a beautiful courtyard! I would love to have the The Majestic Magnolia wreath. (rusthawk at gmail dot com)

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  32. I adore the Southern Charm centerpiece!

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  33. I love the vintage charm centerpiece
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  34. Your entry is surely elegant. I love the look. If I could pick I would choose the Sandals and Seashell wreath. Such fun. Thank you Lynch Creek Farms and all of the participating bloggers.

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  35. I am totally in love with that Wildlife centerpiece for a variety of reasons, but I love the company as well because they actually provide dimensions for their items. I had ordered a centerpiece for Thanksgiving from a highly regarded local florist (and I still feel that way about them, but..) and it was way too small for my table and I had to scramble to make it look good.

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  36. I love the Majestic Magnolia wreath and Southern Charm centerpiece. Thanks for sharing your beautiful pictures.

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  37. Hi Amy,

    Your outdoor decor is so welcoming and so beautifully done. And your sweet furry 4-legged helper is just adorable!

    Oh how I loved my visit to Lynch Creek Farms! WOW!!! Great gift ideas too!

    It was difficult to narrow down, but without a doubt my very favorite is Hunters' Hollow with that sweet wee Chickadee and it's natural splendor.

    Thank you for this opportunity - and have a blessed Advent Season coming up!

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  38. The Majestic Magnolia Wreath is so beautiful. It would make a nice Christmas gift.

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  39. Loving the blended bay wreaths on your black french doors. I recently planted some bay topiaries and am thinking how nice one would look on my front door.
    calgalsue@gmail.com

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  40. I love everything you do!!! I would pick the Magnolia Wreath. I hope I win, I hope I win, I hope I win....

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  41. Those wreaths look beautiful on your doors. Great tip about filling in the pots before the weather gets cold. I would choose the Two Turtle Doves Wreath. Would be perfect for my our little nest.

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  42. Everything is so nice but I think my favorite is the Tis The Season wreath

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  43. Bronze magnolia is beautiful

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  44. Anngee48@aol.com Bronze Magnolia

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  45. I know that I am supposed to be commenting on the decor (which is just lovely) but really I am coveting those stone steps! So gorgeous. But for the giveaway, I am hoping to win the Bronze Magnolia wreath. If I don't win, I am so happy to have found this company since the Big Box wreaths I have been purchasing are considerably less inspiring!

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  46. I know that I am supposed to be commenting on the decor (which is just lovely) but really I am coveting those stone steps! So gorgeous. But for the giveaway, I am hoping to win the Bronze Magnolia wreath. If I don't win, I am so happy to have found this company since the Big Box wreaths I have been purchasing are considerably less inspiring!

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  47. Merry Christmas, Amy! You are right on trend this year with the black and green combo, wink-wink, but it's long been a favorite of mine. I love the Bronze Brilliance centerpiece. Email is dietruapattillo@gmail.com. Thanks!

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  48. Thank-You so much for the chance to win a Holiday Centerpiece, Amy!! I am in Love with the Wildlife Centerpiece. I feed Cardinals, and enjoy watching them in my yard. Thank-You again.

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  49. I love the Southern Charm Centerpiece
    tsanta516@gmail.com

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  50. Oh their wreaths and centerpieces are to die for. They're all so beautiful, it's hard to choose just one. I love sleighs, so I choose "Country Sleigh" centerpiece. Thanks for having this contest. Hope I win.

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  51. Those are some amazing stone steps. Gail TF

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  52. I would love to win the Tis the Season wreath! Mthweatt1964@gmail.com

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  53. Your wreaths are stunning and so jealous you live in the New England area. I miss it up there. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous Christmas decor. The Blended Bay wreath are my favorite. vanessa@DIY180.com

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  54. Just LOVE “Platinum Blue with Lights” centerpiece! I’m changing our Christmas theme to this blue & silver this year & it would look great on our dining room table!

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  55. Love the Wildlife Centerpiece. Who can resist plaid and cardinals?

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  56. I like the Plaid Bow Traditional wreath and so enjoyed visiting your decorating. Piper is a beauty. (rlsteelstl@yahoo.com)

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  57. I forgot to comment on my favorite item - I love the Bronze Brilliance centerpiece.

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  58. I felt like I was peeking inside your doors to see what was around the corner LOL.....Love the flocked tree and the plates hanging on the wall. I love fresh greenery and it is simple at its best. Owl Be There wreath is my fav.....have watched a baby owl grow up and is nesting in a tree outside our home. Really special.

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  59. I felt like I was peeking inside to see what was next around the corner. Greenery is simple at its best. Love.....not to mention your pup. The flocked tree is beautiful. Owl be there wreath is my favorite. We have watched a owl grow up and has made his home outside of our drive way. Very Special.

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  60. Oh so pretty! I would love to see Hunter's Hollow on my dining table!

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  61. Loving the natural feel the beautiful greens lend to your courtyard. Those wreaths are simply lush and gorgeous. Tough to choose from all the beauty at Lynch Creek Farms but I would love to win the "tis the season" wreath would go perfectly with my other holiday decor this year.

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  62. Amy, your outdoor decor is just beautiful! Love the natural greens! They look soo much better than the fake stuff! Thanks for the opp to win. I love the Leaping Deer wreath! salmerf@bellsouth.net

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  63. As a Florida native, I only envy you when the Christmas wreaths and garlands last for months out doors! Oh well, I can live vicariously through your blog, Amy! Thank you for sharing your lovely French Country blog and introducing me to Lynn Creek Farms. The Southern Charm centerpiece says it all for me. Thank you.

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  64. I love the Winter Frost wreath most!
    heatheranne99 at gmail dot com

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  65. So love your courtyard entry! I live in a small apartment in the city now but sure miss the country. Thank you for sharing your blog hop this season. I would love the Hunters Hollow centerpiece. Have a blessed holiday.

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  66. The wreaths and containers look perfect on your front porch. The stones for your steps are incredible. I love it, and your puppy too.
    bcbarnes@harding.edu

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  67. They are all so beautiful....and what good prices! Thank you for sharing this web site with us...your courtyard looks gorgeous! So simple and elegant. I would be happy with any of these beauties, but as I am a sucker for anything magnolia, the Majestic Magnolia is my favorite. Again, thanks for sharing, and inspiring. Sugar R

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  68. That wreath is beautiful, and I really like the idea of stuffing the urns with greens and birch logs. Your courtyard looks so inviting and Piper looks ready to greet and welcome visitors, to your lovely home. Are the large stones granite? They are amazing.
    Pat

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  69. Your entryway is just outstanding. Those black doors are super charming and with the wreaths, they are holiday perfection. I love the Two Turtle Doves, I think it was suit my own cottage perfectly. Thanks for the chance to win! Happy Holidays! kim@exquisitelyunremarkable.com

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  70. Two Turtles Doves for sure! So beautiful. Thanks for the chance to win.

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  71. Amy,I love the Wildlife Adventure wreath.Just gorgeous.Your courtyard is beautiful.Dawn E. Brown.

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  72. I'd love the Birch and Burlap centerpiece. It would go perfectly with the rest of my holiday decor this year.

    I had a hard time focusing on your gorgeous outdoor decor because all I could see was Piper. Goodness how Piper's grown. :-)

    I truly wish I could decorate more outside but we have excessive winds (like 60 mph gusts sometimes!) that knock everything over. Or like last year, we were inundated with over 50 inches of snow that covered every effort of exterior decor. Ah well....we do what we can: anchor it the best we can (or keep picking it up...haha!) and put decor higher than 50 inches! Hahah...

    Enjoy your beautiful home as we all do seeing it on your blog. :-)

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  73. Hi Amy. Piper is getting so big!! I was thinking there couldn't be a prettier wreath than the ones you picked!! They are so beautiful on your French doors and the courtyard looks wonderful. Can't wait to see the lights in the urns!!
    I went to Lynch Creek Farm's website and fell in love with the Woodland Lodge wreath. What a special treat it would be to win that!!
    Thanks so much for the giveaway and for the inspiration!
    Happy holidays to you and yours.
    Kathleen
    Kathleen.thomas2015@gmail.com

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  74. The Majestic Magnolia is beautiful! Althought the Bah-Humbug would look great on my red door! And Piper is adorable, I want to win one of her too ;).

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  75. I would choose the Majestic Magnolia wreath. All so beautiful! apikula.aussie18@gmail.com

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  76. Hasn't your patio with those beautiful French doors AND their wreaths turned out to be the best DIY?! Just so lovely.
    I think the Green English Holly wreath is such a classic. We had these when I was a child and to me they'll always represent the happiest Christmasses with my mom and dad. Enjoy your holiday!
    seallen7@hotmail.com

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  77. Porch looks so nice. What a great website, I would have to choose three cedars or Bronze Magnolia!

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  78. As usual, your courtyard and entry are fabulous. I think I would probably get the Wildlife wreath.

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  79. Piper is adorable! So is your french country courtyard. Those Wreaths are meant for those doors. They are stunning. Either a wreath or the centrepiece would be so welcomed into my home.
    Merry Christmas!

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  80. I meant to say the Wildlife Adventure! That's what happens when you're playing with a 2 year old grandaughter. Yeesh. nancalee@gmail.com

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  81. I adore courtyards and your French doors are amazing. I love the green bows but I would have to choose the wildlife wreath with red cardinal. I am a sucker for cardinals....and your home looks so inviting. Merry Christmas

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  82. Love, love the Country Christmas wreath! I enjoy your posts so very much & can't wait till Nora Murphy's book goes on sale! Happy Holidays to you! Kathy

    kateswynford@aol.com

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  83. Amy, i love the simplicity and natural vibe in your courtyard with your stone and the wreaths against your black doors. so pretty....and Piper. How cute.

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  84. I love Frozen Pine but it was a very difficult decision. Your décor is so simple but very elegant and I love the steps.....very French country :)

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  85. Your courtyard is so inviting.. I too love the Blended Bay! Thanks for sharing. Lynn cminpinlover@aol.com

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  86. Wow! Your courtyard is amazing! Such a hard choice! I especially love the Majestic Magnolia. Thank you for the fabulous giveaway!
    Erin

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  87. I would love to win the Sandals and Seashells wreath.
    805chick7@gmail.com

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  88. I love the Winter Radiance wreath it's beautiful. I am getting my new puppy (a Goldie) on December 7th so I have a feeling all of my decorations will be up high this year.

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  89. Your courtyard is just beautiful! So welcoming! All of Lynch Creek Farm's wreaths were lovely, but the Birch and Burlap centerpiece would make me very happy. Seasons greetings!

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  90. I I love silver elegance! Amy you have done it again with that courtyard! Beautiful!

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  91. I would choose the Burgundy Elegance wreath. ptarver77@gmail.com

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  92. Love, love, love the stone steps with all the greenery and natural elements! Piper is adorable and like the icing on the cake. Hope you had extra birch logs...lol. Love the Home For the Holidays centerpiece. It would be my icing on the cake this year. Thank you for sharing your beautiful courtyard.

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  93. I'd enjoy the Mountain Vineyard Centerpiece.
    Thank you!

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  94. So far each participant in the Holiday House Tour has made me feel so far behind in holiday preparation. If your courtyard receives such lovely attention, one can only imagine the splendor that characterizes the interior. The Lynch Farm products are just beautiful and I have selected several favorites in my various comments. I have chosen centerpieces since my front door bakes with the full sun all afternoon. Among my favorite centerpieces, I think it is a tie between Hunter Hollow and a Tartan Christmas. Thank you, MM

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  95. Everything looks just so lovely, from the gorgeous full wreaths( I'll go check out the website) to the stone steps.
    But where is Colby? I hope he's doing great?

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  96. Love, love your photos! Everything is exquisite! If I would be so lucky as to win, I would choose the Snowberry Glow centerpiece. Thank you! marilynyoder@yahoo.com

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  97. I just love looking at all your beautiful photos, from you to your home to your fur babies, they are all lovely. I really love the way you added the greenry & birch logs to the urns. What a special touch. I'd love to gte the Magnolia Bronze Wreath if I'm blessed to win your giveaway. Thank you for not only sharing the giveaway but a peek inside your world. Merry Christmas!!

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  98. OK Seriously love this Amy! That black door sets off the greenery so beautifully.....you are one talented lady! Wishing you a most merry Christmas.

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  99. Your entrance looks beautiful! I would choose the blended bay as well,but the choice was hard.They have such beautiful wreaths.cmcamacho50@hotmail.com

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  100. Exquisite..each and every table top and wreath...
    I'm gifting if I'm lucky to win..and I'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite if it was my choice.
    Lol.
    I do like lime light, the birch wrapped vessel centerpiece with sweet bird..the out of stock silver white wreath..and the charming bronze lantern wreath...reminds me of grandmas on the farm as a sweet token of my childhood..
    Thank you. Merry Christmas

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  101. I would choose the Southern Charm Centerpiece.

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  102. I think the Evergreen Orb is lovely.

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  103. I love how the wreaths enhance your beautiful doors! I think I would choose the Woodland Lodge this year for our front door.

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  104. I like the Wildlife centerpiece and the Vintage Glow centerpiece. So pretty!

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  105. I love the Vintage Glow centerpiece. So pretty!

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  106. I would love the Bronze Brilliance centerpiece! My email is traciemcooper0515@gmail.com

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  107. It's really hard to decide, but I decided I like the Southern Charm Centerpiece the most. They are ALL so beautiful, it's hard to decide!
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  108. I like about 12 of the wreaths and centerpieces as well as all the garlands! 😁 If I had to choose, I guess it would be the Tis the Season wreath.

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  109. I would choose the Wildlife centerpiece. Thanks so much for chance to,win. Your courtyard entryway looks awesome with those wreaths.

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  110. The Tis the Season wreath is beautiful

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  111. A person could spend a loooooooooog time on that website! However, as soon as I saw the Christmas by the Bay - with Chimney centerpiece I knew what I would wish for.
    Thanks to you and Lynch Creek Farm for the giveaway.
    Sheila

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  112. I'd love the Two Turtle Doves wreath!

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