Christmas Candlelight Home Tour set
■ The annual fundraising event, which will benefit Mothering Matters, is scheduled for Dec. 1.
Five homes will be showcasing their holiday decorations for the annual Christmas Candlelight Home Tour from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 1.
The event serves as the sole fundraiser for Mothering Matters, a ministry of Siloam Springs Bible Church. Mothering Matters is designed to serve mothers of young children, but mothers of all stages from moms-to-be to grandmothers are welcome, according to the website www. siloambible.org/motheringmatters/.
Although it is a ministry of Siloam Springs Bible Church, Mothering Matters seeks to support and nurture moms from any church or denomination, according to organizer Chelsea Collum.
“This event helps support the ministry by helping provide child care for moms during the monthly meetings, and for books and supplies needed,” Collum said. “The Christmas Candlelight Home Tour is one way Mothering Matters desires to give back to the community through an evening to celebrate the Christmas season.”
Those who attend the home tour can make their way from home to home in any particular order. Refreshments will be served at the Hale home.
Tickets are $8 in advance and can be purchased at Foundry Clothing Co., The Heart of the Home, Cari’s Closet, Cafe on Broadway, Sassafras, Honeysuckle, Occasions and 2 Gals’ Junk. Tickets are also available for $10 at the door of any featured home the night of the tour. More information is available on the MM Christmas Home Tour Facebook page.
Smith Home
The home of Mike and Rosalinda Smith, located at 1417 Avery Pl., was designed by them three years ago and built in the Greek Revival style of the 1860s.
The 3,400-square-foot home includes many historic materials brought in from other places. There are six fireplaces, all with antique marble hearths and surrounds. Many of the floors, including the front porch, are Carrera marble from an old courthouse in Oklahoma.
The home has 12-foot-ceilings and incredible woodwork, and is decorated with museum quality antiques and lovely artwork, as well as other unique collections. Furnishings include canopy Tester beds and beautiful old chairs and sofas, many of which Rosalinda has re-upholstered herself in custom fabric.
Hale Home
The home of Tim and Melanie Hale, located at 11007 David Ct., was recently completed and represents the well-constructed and tastefully designed homes in Stonecrest Subdivision.
The house has interior features that are a nod to farmhouse modern — full plank, hand-stained, wood floors, a ship-lap feature wall, French doors, flat-planked door trim and baseboards, and extended height ceilings.
Behind the house is a roofed deck that creates a wonderful outdoor/indoor living space facing a fully wooded, tiered backyard.
The Hales have a penchant for flea markets, arts, crafts and re-purposed vintage artifacts, creating a balanced blend of old meets new on the interior of the home.
Spiced cider and treats will be served at the Hale Home and live holiday music will be provided by friends from New Life Ranch.
Rippy Home
The home of Tim and Heidi Rippy, located at 214 E. Lake Francis Dr., is a 1930s-style craftsman bungalow, built in 2007 through the vision of the original owners, the Herron family. The home has a vintage feel but modern conveniences.
The Rippy’s have enjoyed putting their own mark on this beautiful home since they moved in last year. The home is full of character with its unique built-in features and trim work, characteristic of a craftsman home, while taking advantage of space with its bungalow style.
Tim and Heidi moved to Siloam Springs in 2007 as newlyweds and much of the Christmas decor in the home was collected over the years through visits to local antique stores, downtown Christmas open houses and the annual DaySpring outlet sale.
Bunker Home
The home of Donnie and Savannah Bunker, located at 600 S. Elm St., was custom built in 2011 by Donnie for his family.
The picturesque home is designed to have the look and feel of an authentic bungalow, while having the convenience and efficiency of a modern home.
The oak hardwood trim downstairs was milled from trees that were cut down on the lot. The craftsman style continues through the interior, including custom furniture designed by Donnie and built by renowned local furniture builder, Don Dorsey.
Peevyhouse Home
Tony and Beth Peevyhouse have a charming historic home located at 720 E. Delaware St.
The home underwent a full renovation in 2016 and boasts all of today’s modern conveniences; however, what makes this home special is the history that was preserved in the process.
The home includes features that give a nod to the time period in which the house was built, such as a wrap-around porch, pocket door, exposed brick chimneys, original claw-foot bathtub and captivating staircase.