I failed so miserably with Christmas décor this year that I had to do some post-holiday winterizing. Between my new day job and being away almost every weekend at my son’s volleyball tournaments we just didn’t have time to haul out the Christmas décor. Add to that the fact that it’s been almost 80 degrees here in Southern California and I almost feel like it wasn’t the holiday season.
I finally had a free weekend and made something pretty and wintery for the dining room table.
The tiny beeswax candles are Hanukkah candles from the holiday clearance shelf. I love them.
I didn’t have any candle holders small enough for the little candles, so I made do with a vase filled with Epsom salts, a vintage spool and a small bottle.
The fresh greenery is Seeded Eucalyptus from the floral department at the market.
It feels so good to have something fresh to focus on. It made me realize that even if the rest of the house is a disaster, one little centerpiece can really brighten a room and your spirits.
Life can get very busy and hectic but it’s nice to take a little time to do something that will make you happy.
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I love this! I thought you may have made the candles, but read on to find you bought them.
ReplyDeleteperfectly lovely - winter greenery is simply beautiful and your pairings are charming! happy new year :)
ReplyDeleteI am trying to put together some "winter type"displays now that Christmas is put away...kinda empty on my shelves!! Love what you came up with!
ReplyDeleteSimple but lovely!
ReplyDeleteThis is lovely, Carolyn! But I can't imagine you failing at Christmas decor. I just don't believe it! ;)
ReplyDeleteWhat lovely decor. I'd love if you would come share this at our Do Tell Tuesday party over at mabeyshemadeit dot com. It's just so beautiful!
ReplyDeleteI agree Carolyn....a lovely, yet simple centerpiece can give a feeling of peace and order in the midst of chaos. It really is important to my mental health. ;) I love your creativity for the candle holders. So sweet!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing this bit of loveliness at Project Inspire{d}!
Blessings!
Beautiful Carolyn! I hope everything is going great with work, the fam and the blog!
ReplyDeleteOh my...it's soooo pretty! Love the vintage thread spool.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
Beautiful! I love the beeswax candels and the spool! Thanks for linking it up at Monday Funday!
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