Monday, November 26, 2012

a christmas garland

Happy Monday!
Hope your weekend was wonderful! After Thanksgiving, I unplugged a little and had some good crafting time, and just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful weather. 
I finished my Christmas garland inspired by the beautiful 'gleeful' garland the talented Tif of Dottie Angel created. I followed her tutorial, and just added a little touch of pretty green.  
Now it is hung and bringing a little 'gleeful' handmade touch to my home for Christmas!
The beginning of a wintry blanket with pretty shades of blues using this sweet pattern.
Christmas decorating has begun! Candy canes sweetening up vintage bottles, and 
vintage ornaments are making their appearances. Have you started decorating?
 Wishing you a beautiful and creative week! 

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  1. Musings from Kim K.November 26, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    Love the candycanes in the milk bottle. Gorgeous pics. It was a fun weekend full of decorating and crafting. My favorite kind...

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:15 PM

      Thank you Kim! That is definitely the best way to spend the weekend! ;) xo Heather

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  2. renae November 26, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    Heather! great Monday morning to you! this card, ohmygosh!!!! I know I have layed eyes on it in my childhood. It looks so dang familiar. Thanks for the memories! Really!

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:16 PM

      Thank you! These cards are so fun! Glad it brought back sweet childhood memories!! xo Heather

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  3. Vintage JaneNovember 26, 2012 at 8:50 AM

    I LOVE your garland and the little candy canes. Now I really must go find out my decs ... ! Have a great crafty week. M x

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:16 PM

      Thank you so much! Have a lovely and crafty week, too! xo Heather

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  4. Tangled SweetpeaNovember 26, 2012 at 8:53 AM

    Such pretty bunting Heather, I love the lace you've added. I've just made some festive bunting too, it's blocking at the moment and I hope to blog about it later in the week. Adore your vintage ornaments too. I have a large collection of vintage baubles but I've had to keep,them packed this year as my little boy is very curious and I can see them getting broken so it will have to be plastic ones this year :)
    Victoria xx

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:20 PM

      Thank you so much Victoria! Aww, he seems like a sweet little guy! I am looking forward to seeing your festive bunting! xo Heather

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  5. UnknownNovember 26, 2012 at 8:54 AM

    Love this!! So cute!

    chris

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  6. gillyNovember 26, 2012 at 8:55 AM

    Sooo pretty - all of it! I'm waiting 'til Saturday, then going to haul out the Christmas decs :-) My hubby will be down in Devon all day, so my lovely sis is coming up from London to help me - can't wait!
    Have a great week,
    xx

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:21 PM

      Thank you Gilly! Oh, can't wait to see all your pretty Christmas decorations. Have a wonderful time with your sister!! Sounds fun! xo Heather

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  7. Sewn With GraceNovember 26, 2012 at 9:01 AM

    The garland is gorgeous! You did a wonderful job. Everything is so pretty, as usual! :) Have a wonderful day!

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:22 PM

      Thank you so much!! Have a lovely week! xo Heather

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  8. UnknownNovember 26, 2012 at 9:17 AM

    Love the lace! Love the candy canes!
    Connie from Sadieloohoo

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  9. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~November 26, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Such a beautiful garland!! And I love the colors of your new blanket! That will look wonderful!! My house is in full swing with Christmas decorations coming out and listening to the sweet songs :) Have a happy day and Happy decorating! I can't wait to see more of your home!! :) xox Holly

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:23 PM

      Thank you Holly! I have been listening to Christmas music, too! Looking forward to seeing your home for Christmas! ;) xo Heather

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  10. Vintage Sheet AddictNovember 26, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    This little card is yummy! Love your crochet squares, sigh, one day.....! :)

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:25 PM

      Thank you!! You will get there!! I learned through this online school that was great. Here is the link in case your interested. :http://www.craftyminx.com/2011/11/crochet-school-.html/
      xo Heather

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  11. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥November 26, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    Oh Miss Heather...your garland is PRECIOUS with a capital P!!!! LOVE IT!!!! You never cease to amaze me! and all of the ornaments...FABULOUS!!!! sending hugs and wishes for a picture perfect day!

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:25 PM

      Thank you so much Andrea!! Wishing you a beautiful week! xo Heather

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  12. DeborahNovember 26, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    Love your garland and your photos are an inspiration....as always.

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  13. KathyNovember 26, 2012 at 10:15 AM

    Heather, your wintery blue blanket is going to be beautiful!! No, I have not started any decorating. Thought about. Really! 8+)

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:27 PM

      Thank you Kathy! I couldn't wait any longer, but I am waiting just a little bit more before I get my tree! :)

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  14. AnonymousNovember 26, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Hi Heather! Oh, what a lovely little card. I just love seeing these old fashioned graphics.
    Love your garland too! You're so creative.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  15. ImagiMeriNovember 26, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    Oh Heather, how pretty......I love the touches of green and lace.

    Hugs,
    Meri

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  16. BarbaraNovember 26, 2012 at 11:48 AM

    That garland is the sweetest thing ... and yes, you bet I have started decorating!

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:29 PM

      Thank you Barbara!! Oh, I am sure your decorations are beautiful!! ;) xo Heather

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  17. Little Susie Home MakerNovember 26, 2012 at 11:56 AM

    That is a neat way to make a banner! I started decorating just a wee bit. I do it a bit at a time. Let the fun begin!
    Blessings,
    Susie

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:29 PM

      Thank you Susie! Looking forward to seeing your pretty decorations! Yes, I agree! xo Heather

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  18. craftylesNovember 26, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    The garland is so pretty. I love the vintage milk bottle with the candy cane-it is so sweet. Yes I've been decorating here.

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:30 PM

      Thank you Leslie!! Can't wait to see your pretty decorations! xo Heather

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  19. homemade@myplaceNovember 26, 2012 at 4:35 PM

    the garland is really sweet and xmassy!!!
    love even the crochet squares!!
    xxx Alessandra

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  20. DanaveeNovember 26, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Love that bottlebrush tree and vintage ornaments!

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  21. donnaNovember 26, 2012 at 7:07 PM

    So cute. Just love the lace you added to your garland. Love the idea of putting candy canes in milk bottles.
    Hugs
    donna

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  22. kathy-oNovember 26, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    That garland - oh my! And that vintage jar with the candy canes...clever, very clever! I'm hoping on down to our local antique shop tomorrow! Beautiful!

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    1. vintage greyNovember 26, 2012 at 9:31 PM

      Thank you so much!! Oh, I hope you find some sweet treasures!! xo Heather

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  23. Naturally CarolNovember 27, 2012 at 3:13 AM

    Hi Heather..isn't that vintage Christmas card the sweetest! Your new Dottie Angel inspired garland is darling too.

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  24. PaulaNovember 27, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    Hi sweet Heather, I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving dearest! I am glad you had some crafting time. That is always a good thing! I love the vintage card and your gorgeous bunting! You did a beautiful job and it is so festive! Your granny squares are lovely and so is your Christmas decorating! I love vintage ornaments! I started decorating too. I look forward to getting a live tree soon and decorating it! Have fun sweet friend! Lots of love, Paula xoxo

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    1. vintage greyNovember 27, 2012 at 10:06 PM

      Thank you so much Paula! Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful, too! Have a creative and sweet week! xo Heather

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  25. Old Fashioned GalNovember 27, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    I can't wait to see more of your Christmas decor! :)
    -Denise

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  26. koraleeNovember 27, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    Oh me oh my how lovely is that garland! So creative...and those candy canes...I love finding ones that are PINK! xoxo Hugs to you

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    1. vintage greyNovember 27, 2012 at 10:08 PM

      Thank you so much Koralee! Sending Christmas sweetness to you! xo Heather

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  27. Chenille CottageNovember 28, 2012 at 3:58 AM

    Hi sweet Heather!
    As ways...You've been busy creating. What a darling old fashioned banner. It is so charming. Peppermint candy canes propped in a milk bottle and shiny bright ornaments....Each festive touch warms my heart.
    Blessings,
    Carolynn. xxx

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