Tuesday, November 27, 2012

 
 
CHRISTMAS............
 
a sweet time!
 
As time has passed my Christmas decorating has changed.  We've come a long way from our first Christmas tree and the hand made cross stitched ornaments from my mother-in-law. Who we are and the trail of our children's lives has brought us to this point. Now as the children are all adults I've begun to let my new found love of ALL things shabby chic make known it's place.
 
Many months ago there was a need for things in my garage to be put in better order. Amongst them I found these Christmas trees that were wrapped in burlap laying in a box. Looking oh so sad --and reminding me much of a blank canvas or should we say a challenge I gave myself. Transform these sweet babies into ladies for our home Christmas decorating.
 
Challenge accepted!!!!
 
While out and about looking for treasures I came across this booth that had a wonderful selection of old coffee pots. You know that moment when you say --there you are--I was just looking for you. It was difficult but I picked out 2 and brought them home with me. And then we wait.........I knew the creative bug would hit me one day and today was it. Perfect! It was cold and raining. Lovely day to spend in my studio.
 
The garland for my trees must be unique and unto itself special. After trying and untying this is what came together. I've combined ribbon, tulle,twine, strips of lace,square of pattern tissue, and an old button.
 
 
 
 
Now the sweet little coffee pot and burlap wrapped tree....
 
 
The sweet little tree fit perfectly down into the coffee pot. A sponge brush helped dust the tree with bits of  snow.  But when I stood back there was just something I didn't like. To Much Tree!!! Out came the wire cutters.
 
 
 
What fun it was to pull it all together.
 
 
 
You can't tell it in this picture but a battery operated votive has been put in the glass piece that comes on top of the coffee pot. It adds just the right sparkle.
 
 
Little ornaments made just for the coffee pot trees.
 
 
Oh what fun it will be to add these little darlings into my decor for Christmas and you know ..........I'll share with you.
 
love to all,
Trish
 
P.S.
Look what else has been going on in the studio.....more to come soon.
 
 
 
'These are a few of my favorite things.........'


Sunday, November 25, 2012

They went a shopping!!
 
After a beautiful day at the Lord's house, a yummy lunch at Olive Garden we made a surprise visit by Home Goods.  There are always goodies to be found and today was no exception.  The two goodies we found of course are beautiful as they are but I plan to put a little Trish magic on both.  My plans are to show you these now and then later after the magic show you will be to see the new and improved treasure.
 
 
 
Darling isn't she.... but needs just a little tiny bit help.
 
 
 
Just a few more details and it will be such a southern charmer.
 
 
And this sweet box. We were on our way heading up toward the check out when my husband said don't forget your box. Honey, I was not gonna wait for him to say that again. Grabbed the box and off we went.(Thank you honey!)
 
The outing ended well with yet another treat......5spot yougurt!! Yummy in my tummy!!!
 
 
Oh how I look forward to visiting with you again soon.  Be well my darling!
 
love,
Trish


Tuesday, November 20, 2012

 
 
A Georgia Thanksgiving.....
  
Things are really starting to look like it is turkey time.  And the count down has begun.  As with most families Thanksgiving is a time to nourish the ties of family and catch up with friends.  Our Thanksgiving will be like none before.  Our precious Nikki will not be able to come home from her new job in New Mexico.
 

 
This is my fall wreath that hangs on our front door.  It has been such a delight to share with our neighbors.
 
Below are just a few pics from around our home.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
These are my version of the beautiful chenille pumpkins I was loving on pinterest.  The little stems are salt shakers. 
 
 
I just love how my FALL banner turned out.  The little frames are from Goodwill!! Gotta love that place!!
 
 
 
 
This sweet darling hangs in our family dinning room.  I treasure it dearly.
 
 
 
These two plate stands are waiting on pumpkin and pecan....... pie that is!!!!!
 
 
As we gather around the table hand in hand with a prayer of Thanksgiving on Thursday this will await everyone.
 
 
When I bow my head in prayer, you my sweet darling, will be included in my prayer of Thanksgiving.
 
love to all,
Trish