I had considered leaving the tree bare for that lovely look
of simplicity, but it ended up getting some frosty
looking ornaments and silvery sparkle.
It's my favorite look for a tree....with white and silver
only, (and just a smidgen of gold) it takes on a look
of frost and snow...and you know how I love winter!
Pine cones and birds.....
and white lights in two different shapes and sizes...
And my favorite...an Irish made antique tree topper
with starbursts and etched shamrocks.
I found it at a thrift store years ago. It's hand blown
and as thin as an egg shell. I can't believe it hasn't been
damaged with 4 boys, pets, and the tree toppling more than once!
A few more vintage ornaments and crystal icicles....
...and that's about it!
♥
it looks amazing, it does look frosty, its one of my favorite looks for sure,, I love the birds and pinecones,, so lovely,,,
ReplyDeleteour tree was decorated by our grand daughter Gracie
( all unbreakable ornaments, ) and it is a tree of many colors,, lol,, but I wouldn't change a thing, she is so proud!
I just loved seeing her picture on Facebook..what a sweetheart! I'm sure she loved decorating your tree!
DeleteIt is amazingly beautiful. Almost spiritual.... I think I saw an angel whisk by.....oh no...that was you!!!! I think this may be my last year for total red and green. An I too old to start over and go with something totally different?
ReplyDeleteYou're never too old! haha. I love my kids ornaments and the colors...and still have them. But you know me...I love to bend the rules. And the rule I like to bend lately is that you don't have to drag it all out and you don't have to do the norm. I did do something with all the colorful ornaments, though...I'll show you tomorrow. :)
DeleteTurned out grand
ReplyDeleteMy kind of reminder snow in any land
Beats the actual wonderland
A wonder I won't give a hand
Sometimes the ones we think will break last
And the ones we don't think will break break rather fast
We have a few break every year
Deletewith boys and cats, it's part of the cheer.
Haven't had a cat touch the tree yet, though
so maybe they're getting old and mature, you know.
haha or just wise as can be
DeleteAnd will attack when no eyes are on them at your sea
So pretty, Betsy.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Deb...it sure is fun to sit and look at!
DeleteVery nicely done!! Totally classy and sparkly!! Refreshing, like the cold of a winter's wind.
ReplyDeleteMe, or the tree? ;)
DeleteOH my....I have tree envy!
ReplyDeleteCheers!
Linda :o)
Well, we're even...I have Jade plant envy. lol...
DeleteOK......
DeleteBeautiful job, Betsy . . . . :)
ReplyDeleteSeems we were both busy . . . lol
you, busy? :)
Deletecheeky!!!! . . . . . lol
DeleteYour tree and ornaments are beautiful Betsy. I spied a Shiny Brite just like one I have.
ReplyDeleteOh, Shiny Brites...may favorite! :)
DeleteI'm not sure I know what me is...
DeleteShiny Brite....it's a vintage brand of ornaments...
Deletemost of the classics from the 50's and 60's are Shiny Brites.
Now they are really collectible....and my favorite, I think!
..Oh so lovely......
ReplyDeleteThanks, Dot...I had fun!
DeleteVery elegant! We still go for the 'tradition' tree with a collection ornaments the boys have made or we've been given over the years.
ReplyDeleteThat's always fun, too!
DeleteYour tree is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Linda! We're enjoying it! A tree always makes a house feel
Deletevery festive!
It's lovely! I love the frosty look. It looks like it belongs in Winter Wonderland. I like all white lights, too. And I'm very fond of a lot of red and white ornaments in some fashion. Got my tree this weekend and it's sitting in the family room waiting for the painters to get finish so I can decorate it.
ReplyDeleteDo you blog with Lucy at Craftberrybush.com? She always does a beautiful red and white Christmas there. Her tree is beautiful! Hope your painting gets done soon!
DeleteNo, I don't believe I've read her blog. Thanks for recommending her. I hope the painters finish by tomorrow.
Deleteyay...I'm sure you're excited about that! Fresh walls...gotta love it!
DeleteYour tree is stunning. Every year I think that I might try something. And then out comes the salt dough gingerbread boy, the glob of glitter from preschool, and the Boston terrier on a sled. It has its own sort of magic I guess. Not too sure about the star with braces though...
ReplyDeleteStar with braces....aw. I always look through the kids school ornaments and enjoy them...but they haven't made it to the tree in a few years. haha...still, they are very sweet.
DeleteHi Betsy - looks amazing ... just so lovely - I'd love to see it in person, and just sit and let my eyes feast on its simplicity, yet decorativeness (not a word!). That Irish antiquarian tree topper find is just brilliant ... as too are the decisions re decorations. Gorgeous ... cheers to your Christmas tree cheer - Hilary
ReplyDeleteDecorativeness....I love the word! ha.
DeleteThis is simply beautiful, Betsy. Looks like it could have taken its inspiration from the hoar frost. Elegant and crystalline.
ReplyDeleteYou know, maybe it did! :)
Deletep.e.r.f.e.c.t.!!!! very elegant, yet warm despite the cooler colours! love love your tree Betsy!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it pretty? I'm liking it a lot. :)
DeleteSo beautiful, what a gift you have for making your home beautiful. Hope the cats ignore it all though!
ReplyDeleteSo far so good with the cats. A few sniffs but no climbing or batting ornaments!
DeleteQuite a unique look. Very impressive.
ReplyDeleteWell, I try. :)
Delete"Never worry about the size of your Christmas tree. In the eyes of children, they are all 30 feet tall". - Larry Wilde
ReplyDeleteCute quote...and very true!
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