Christmas projects

I decided last year to minimize the amount of decorations we use inside. We have so much it tends to be overwhelming. Last year, I had this bucket:


I found these great ornaments at Pier 1 this year and had to incorporate them into our Christmas decor :

                                 

        

I added them to the bucket. Personally, I love them. Mike, however, likes the ornaments in last years bucket. Thoughts?

I made these blocks using Vintage style scrapbook papers:

Here's a glimpse of the inside of our house: