Saturday, November 28, 2009

Branch Decor for Christmas





Why buy expensive artificial bouquets? Nature provides...branches, twigs than can be arranged/painted into unique creations. Chandelier! Wreaths! Floral arrangements!

Snowflake and Paper Flower

Tutorials for making paper snowflakes and paper flowers right here and here.

Friday, November 27, 2009

Buttons turned into Art


I also came across these& couldn't help but be impressed by how cool buttons can turn out to be. After all, I have tons of mismatched ones stashed up in a box... or two.

The Extra Touch for Christmas Decor this year

Via marthastewart.com

What could be better than to go DIY-way for little trinkets that can be used to add a special touch to Christmas decor? After a visit to Martha Stewart's, I have only one word in mind, doily papers! They really can be turned into beautiful things...

Sunday, November 15, 2009

Getting in the Christmas Spirit (I)




Via Martha Stewart












Via Better Homes and Gardens

Etsy: Pamsuniquecreations

Etsy: Stylishstems

Etsy: JennyLeeFowler

Etsy: Melrose Fields








Via digsdigs.com

I vowed to start the shopping early this year& I've been researching Christmas decor ideas. So, thought I'd share with you. In fact, I'll be doing a series of posts on the festive season. Kicking things off with inspiration for centrepieces...