After a trip to Hobby Lobby, Michael's and a 2nd trip to Hobby Lobby I was ready to begin the decorating. So after coffee (ofcourse) and getting dressed, I just can't start production until clothes are on my body and a comfy pair of shoes on my feet. Only then am I ready to begin. I needed music, so on went the cable TV, tuned to the "Instrumental" station and I was off and running. Was actually hoping to find some Christmas music but don't think they start that until after Thanksgiving, which is a good thing. I purchased a pre-lit (is there anything better than a pre-lit tree???) 4 ft tree. Took it out of the box, fingers crossed as I plugged it in to make sure all the twinkling lights were twinkling, success!! Next, put the thing together, finally had to look at the directions, but again success. Then the fun began. I wired everything on so nothing, nothing will fall off. Whoever wins this tree will just have to put a bag over it to store until next year. Oh how sweet it is. I am patting myself on the back, in case you can't see me, because I think it really turned out great. So here we go....the building of a Christmas Tree.
Did ya notice the burlap ribbon?? Decorating with burlap is a big thing this year. Found it at a garden center, not at Hobby Lobby or Michaels. It is a little pricey but I loved the added look it gave. So, would you buy a raffle ticket to win this?? I kinda hate to give it away, I think it is darn cute. But what the heck would I do with another Christmas Tree???
"Our greatest glory is not in never failing but in rising every time we fall." ~ Confucius
Until next time.....
i love the burlap!! awesome!! what a great feature. it sticks out so well. what a keeper. gosh, i'm shocked you want to give it away ... it's so pretty. (:
ReplyDeleteI think I'll buy a ticket to Chicago and come to the luncheon in hopes that I'll win that beautiful tree!
ReplyDeleteAm glad you rebounded after a day, because the tree is spectacular! I would buy a ticket and hope I didn't win because I have no place to store it.
ReplyDeleteYour photography and words delight me, and many others I suspect, daily. It's like catching up w/an old friend.
Totally lovin' the burlap!!!! "What would I do with another Christmas tree?" Haha, I have FOUR Christmas trees! That is such a darn cute tree you created I would do another and FIND somewhere to put it in my house! By the way, your photo with the "Merry Christmas" ornament in it...PERFECT Christmas card! I"d buy THAT too :) So glad you are feeling better today!
ReplyDeleteKathy
A job well done! whoever gets that tree is going to be pretty pleased, I'm sure!
ReplyDeleteThere is nothing better than a trip to Hobby Lobby or Michaels especially when it involves Christmas! And I always find it amazing how when I'm doing something like that darn cute tree that it makes me feel better too! And it IS darn cute! And I'm with Kathy - another tree, why I could find somewhere to put it too. Since we moved I don't do as many trees, less space but I squeeze what I can in!
ReplyDeleteAnd they are going to be in for a treat with a slideshow of your photos!
Oh, what prettiness! You did a wonderful job, I'm patting you on the back too. That's so exciting that the church will be showing your photos...this bunch sure looks nice :)
ReplyDeleteYour tree turned out quite lovely. Usually I'm not a big fan of (theme) type trees. I'm more of a hodge podge ornament gal but I like this a lot.
ReplyDeleteI didn't think you were "whining" at all. You were being honest in your feelings and sometimes we all need an outlet to let go of those feelings. So glad you were able to bounce back and get active in something like this.
Oh my sweet friend.. So glad to here you bounced back. I have been feeling outta sorts lately. But tomorrows another day! Your Tree looks AMAZING in every way!!! I just love that burlap bow!! I would definitely buy a ticket!! Take care!!
ReplyDeleteHugs, Linda
I would buy a couple of tickets. You have done a superb job on that tree and the photos are gorgeous too.
ReplyDeleteYour tree looks fabulous! Now I'm really getting in the mood to start decorating!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I'd buy tickets! Do you deliver to Pennsylvania??? :)
ReplyDeleteThe tree is awesome. What great projects you having going. I too, have been lacking in the creative process since going back to work. But, last night I agreed to do a scrapbook of poetry for a family member's 94 year old mother, who is still writing. Going to get some supplie today and can't wait to get going.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great project and such wonderful photos to show! I'm glad you are on the bounce back again, Deanna! I've been feeling a bit low these days myself, so now you've set an example for me :-) Have a wonderful Sunday!
ReplyDeleteIt's starting to look a lot like Christmas around the blogging world. Your tree is so pretty ~ nicely done.
ReplyDeleteHeaded over from Lauri's, I hear you won an award from her. Well deserved!