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Monday 16 December 2013

Christmas mash up


Slowly, slowly I am getting things done. The tree is up and decorated, and home made decorations are finished. I'm trying not to go overboard, work is very busy and I'm feeling the strain. So just trying to keep it low key....



I've used my Wilko's burlap ribbon on the dresser. I just stapled on the stars. The washing line at the top was inspired by a photo on a Facebook page called The Reed Warbler, which is very beautiful. I pegged on oak leaves sprayed white, ribbon, brown labels, and Christmas cards of course. My collection of jars with writing on is nudging out the floral china, which is safely stored away for when I change my mind again.



Willow wreath with acorns and leaves.



Sparkly twigs from Next (sorry about the wires and plugs!).



Oh dear, I now have five horses on wheels of varying sizes. I think that may be termed an addiction! A couple will  have to go to new homes next year. This chap is full of woodworm, so his days may be numbered anyway.


We've gone for a white tree this year. I say "we..." The family are happy to let me decorate. 
Eldest son is home from uni now, so we're a full house again.
See you again soon. I've really been enjoying my comments lately. Thank you for leaving them. There are some lovely people out there x



16 comments:

  1. Ooo! It looks gorgeous - so Chrismassy!

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  2. Your decorations are simple but so beautiful. Sometimes christmassy things look so garish! I think the Wilkinsons burlap ribbon has been the bargain of the festive season. Its really lovely isnt it?

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  3. Oh, I love your musical stars and all of your festive things hanging from clothes-pegs . . . simple and stunning!!!
    Thanks for sharing.
    Your blogging sister, Connie :)

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  4. Those jars seem to look really Christmassy with the paper stars and the pretty card holder, what a great collection. Hope you have a lovely Christmas.

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    1. Thank you, yes the red cream pot is quite festive. Happy Christmas to you, too. I shall continue to enjoy your lovely photos and illustrations.

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  5. ~ More beautiful than the pictures in the country mags, me think! I LOVE it all...Ever so pleased your boy is home safe and sound for Christmas...Mine is home on Saturday! whoop, whoop! ( and all his washing too) hehe....wishing you love and light and those horses on wheels...Ooh I love them....Hugs and twinkles *** Maria x

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    1. Hi Maria, ah yes, the boy did arrive toting a rather large bag of washing! Enjoy having your family together, it's the best part of Christmas I think...thank you for your lovely comments...happy Christmas to you and yours.
      Fiona x

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  6. Love the mini clothes line - I must try this on my kitchen hutch!

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  7. I love your style - what pretty vintage goodies!

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  8. Hope you have a lovely Christmas. It all seems to have crept up on me this year and suddenly its arrived. Enjoy your family time. Karen xx

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  9. Happy New Year. Hope you are well and just enjoying some quiet moments after the rushing about! Karen xx

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  10. Hi Karen,
    I've been laid up with a bug, and am just starting to feel okay again. I'm about to do a post. I hope you had a good Christmas and here's to a happy New Year xx

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