This Christmas brought a bunch of whimsy to my home. My mother-in-law asked what I wanted for Christmas this year and I sent her some links to Pottery Barn for various ornaments and I thrilled to have them! These first two are cute little diorama ornaments with a vintage feel. It is hard to tell but they both have twinkle fairy lights in them.
I also received two felt, decidedly bookish, mice.
A cat wearing antlers arrived to dwell in our tree as well.
Adam had all sorts of fun things waiting on me under the tree like these glass chimes, which sound amazing, and this gnome holding a solar powered lantern. His name is Norbert. He is bookish too. I hope all these books foreshadow much reading to come in the new year.
Santa filled my stocking with a wonderful assortment of beauty, teas, gum, chocolate and knickknacks.
The Dida Metals two stone ring and the Arrok sparrow earrings were some of my very favorite surprises.
What items were waiting for you under the tree?
Love the kitty wearing antlers ornament! I like all of them but that one is my favorite. Norbert is cute but that pic is creepy, with him staring into my soul like that... *quietly breaks eye contact and steps away*
ReplyDeleteWe've started saving salsa jars, pickle jars, other smallish jars, with ideas of doing little diorama type things like your ornaments. Of course we all these grand ideas for doing different ones for all seasons and holidays but, ha, we'll see. Also have to figure out where to get a lot of teeny lights that aren't too expensive.
I mostly got books and wax this year, and that's okay with me! :)
~Deb
Thanks! It is so whimsical!
DeleteLOL! Awwww poor Norbert is trying to catch a lady's eye. He is quite the gentleman.
How cute and what a great idea. I will start saving some too so I can make some for next year. And your idea of doing them for other holidays is great too. There were quite a few fairy lights on sale after Christmas at Target. I might see if I can find some at Hobby Lobby too.
Books and wax are a great pair and make for brilliant gifts!! How fun!
Merry Christmas! Wonderful and unique goodies. I got an electric blanket and Teavana teas and a loose leaf brewer from the hubby, awesome! BBW gift card from the in laws and books and knick knacks from the parents. A very merry holiday indeed.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas! Oooooo! An electric blanket?! How nice! What Teavana flavors did you get? How sweet of hubby to get you things to keep you comfy cozy. Are you going to use your BBW gift card during SAS? I haven't stopped by mine so I have no idea if there is anything good going on. Glad your Christmas was a nice one! Cheers!
DeleteI got white chai and white chocolate peppermint teas as well as some crystal sugar. They’re sooo yummy! I hope to go check out BBW SAS in the next few days.
DeleteThose ornaments are wonderful. I'm jealous.
ReplyDeleteAw! Thank you! Pottery Barn has them half off and a free shipping code if you want to pick any up. <3 I hope you had a nice holiday! And I love all your photos on IG Sam. So creative and artistic. You are very talented in your art too. <3
DeleteWhat great gifts you’ve got! I think the cat ornament is my favorite but I’m partial to orange cats.
ReplyDeleteHappy Holidays to you and your loved ones!
I was very blessed with a Santa who knows me well <3 I love your sweet orange kitty! Such a cute face and fun personality! I have read your blog for years but mostly lurk. I will make sure to chat more! Happy Holidays to you and yours as well! Cheers! xoxo
DeleteThe ornaments are too precious. Be still my heart.. NORBERT! LOVE IT! Perfect name for a handsome fellow. I would have probably yelped upon opening him and squeezed him for dear life ha-ha. Too fun!
ReplyDeleteThe stockings are my favorite part oddly enough. So many memories.
Happy New Year to you and your family.
Isn't he fun?! I love how big he is and colorful and detailed. The little solar powered lantern works nicely too.
DeleteI love the stockings too. They are my favorite. So much fun to fill up.
Happy New Year!
I love your ornaments! Great gifts too! Norbert is a dreamboat.
ReplyDeleteThank you! I bet he would get along with your handsome little gnome fella who was taking a wee sleigh ride in your recent blog post! xoxo
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