Thursday, December 19, 2013

Getting Closer

Since we'll soon have house guests, I thought I'd better share a few things before it gets hectic around here.




 









Book photo on the left inspired me to try a similar look. 

  pretty wreath, bad photo
 
Mercury glass bowl from Goodwill was a delightful find just in time for the holidays.
 
Added a Christmas touch to the outdoor side entrance.
 
unique card on wood
from a
special friend 
a definite keepsake

a gift under the tree for the new grandbaby Chloe

cake plate, wreath, and candles

another favorite ornament
 
 PEACE TO YOU
 
Merry Christmas

Sunday, December 15, 2013

Annual Parade of Ornaments

Hanging the ornaments is such a pleasurable activity each and every Christmas. Lots of memories are connected to them. Even though I really didn't need any more, a few newcomers (the ones with notes) made it onto the tree anyway. 
 
a Dollar Tree beauty
 


 
 


 
 
 Due to Goody's offer (buy 1 get 2 free), I acquired the colorful words WISH and MERRY.
 
 
 
 
 This ornament was the one I purchased to receive two more free.
I wanted it because the nest had seven eggs. And yeah it was 60% off!
 
 
With so many ornaments some are piled into clusters inside bowls. This group of greens and golds is on the dresser of the guest bedroom.
 
 
From Nell Hill's Christmas at Home
"An ornament holds all the loveliness of Christmas, in miniature."
 
"...the most valuable ornaments go beyond loveliness, straight to the heart." 

 

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Here and There

Here, there, and everywhere...a little bit of Christmas decor. Treasured items can be found at my writing desk. The book of poems was a gift from high school friend Linda Smith. Her handwritten inscription in the front is very touching since her departure came way too soon in 1994.
 
 
My close friend Mary stitched the Christmas card with the child pulling a sled. Every year I display this special card. Mary and I share a meaningful friendship that began in high school.  
 
the poetry book, figurine I once gave my mother
for her Santa Collection, and folk art box by Claire Burke 

wood boxes, spool of ribbon, and tiny Spode Christmas Tree creamer 
 
 
new favorite project:candle cozies from old sweater cuffs
Bookcase in the entry always gets an overflow of personal favorites.  
 
pipe cleaner hearts
 
paper birds
 

Little tree is decked out in mostly red, gold, and cream. This year the tree is residing over in what was Mother's apartment. Les and Pennee use the apartment when they come for the holidays.
 
I'll close for now. I have a load of clothes to do and lunch to prepare. 

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Trial and Error

 
One thing is true about early decorating. You get to experiment. My Merry Christmas banner did not look right anywhere I tried to suspend it. It needed more  sparkling embellishments which I never got around to doing. So I went with something different for the mirror.


 Snowflakes, a couple of silver balls, and tinsel produced this look.


 
 
 
 Merry Christmas ended up on a shelf in the utility room.
 
Simple kitchen garland may be my favorite. 
 
I love decorating for Christmas, but am never completely satisfied with the decorations.  Guess I have glanced through too many magazines. Have a great day!
 
 
 


Monday, December 9, 2013

Peeking Inside...

 
Other Ten Drawers
of
Christmas Chest
 
 
 
 
 



 

These little treasures have been obtained in a variety of ways. Most I have had for a long time. Three I had to find recently - baby doe, puppy in stocking, and "be merry" mouse. Too bad the chest doesn't have a few more drawers. Nevertheless, I have been very happy with it. After Christmas I may use it over in the art studio to hold art supplies. Hope you have enjoyed the last two posts. I've enjoyed sharing.
 

Sunday, December 8, 2013

A Peek Inside...

The First Eight Drawers
of
the Christmas Chest
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

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