Our house ~ Christmas in pictures...

The mantel.

Decorated with glass glitter effects (compliments of Wendy Addison), feather tree and dove, and lights tangled in fresh cut pine and holly branches.

Shelf vignette.

Beaded bottle brush trees and a glittered reindeer stop for a moment near a steam engine and an antique church photo which includes my great great grandparents.

The buffet.

Christmas home to my small Fontanini nativity collection and glass ornaments in candlesticks.

Table top.

The bird that faithfully gives up its warm nest in exchange for freedom.

321.

Where my life happens.

Feathers and Such...

Recently I have been experimenting with feathers. Feathers in necklace designs, feathers in hair clips, and on cuffs. I have always loved feathers, especially the wispy white ones that look beautiful in the shabby chic style for the home. I have an all white feather wreath that I purchased a few years ago during the Christmas season. I know it is technically for the holidays, but not at my house! It has been hanging in the same spot for a while now, and happily employed as a fulltime resident. I have also started a small collection of white Christmas birds with real feather tails. Most of these collections are not new, but sweet vintage reproductions. The latest however is an antique mercury glass swan with real feathers. She was purchased for a song at a local antique store. She has found herself a nest in a pile of black velvet roses and seems to be comfortable there. So, for the time being, expect to see a few feathery be-jeweled pieces floating around in my Etsy shop and stay tuned for cuffs! I just can't help myself! I have always been fascinated by them. In the mean time, enjoy 20% off of all my fall jewelry pieces. Look for "SALE" in the title of the item and you will get an additional 20% off after purchasing. See my notes on Etsy for instructions. Happy Thanksgiving to all! Let us not forget to be thankful for all things good!