Words to live by

Two of my favorite phrases are "All's well that ends well," and "No harm done!" Both of them suggest a happy ending despite a series of calamities, and both of them are apt commentaries pretty much on my entire life and certainly on my Christmas decorating. Once I've gained a little more perspective, I'll explain why it is a poor idea to make a Christmas tree shorter after it has been decorated. In the meantime, here's a little picture of the big Christmas tree (not the one I attempted to shorten). It is the prettiest tree ever. It deserves a better camera and good lighting and a steady hand, but in the meantime, I needed to share a peek.

The Santa display went together smoothly, I'm happy to report.

It moved into the hutch previously occupied by the Putz village. As is so often the case, I did not realize quite how many Santa figures I owned.

The Santa on wheels is the only one I added to the collection this year. I have sold a few Santa figures this year, but this guy is a keeper.

More renditions of the Jolly Old Elf.

Two favorite little Santas on the uppermost shelf, with two of my favorite Christmas decorations ever, the reindeer nodders.

I hope you all had the loveliest of Thanksgiving holidays. I have to say that pulling out those boxes of Christmas decorations was like seeing dear friends after a long absence. It was quite a nice weekend, even with the occasional tree-pruning setback. It all turned out OK in the end. All's well that ends well.

 

 

Comments

[Sarah]

ummm you cannot leave me hanging like that. unacceptable.

[Tina]

The santa hutch is a big hit! Looking forward to the putz subdivision reveal and tree shortening episode.

So far, I have vintage deer figurines in my wool forest. Maybe some vintage birds will make their way from the basement today? Only if they bring the mini santa mugs.

[Hen]

It looks wonderful, thank you for sharing the photos. I got some of my decorations down from the loft yesterday to find the mice had eaten some of my vintage paper lanterns and half of santa's velvet coat so I am very fed up. Hope to see another photo of your tree in all its glory.
Hen x

[Into Vintage]

Is shortening a tree while decorated similar to moving a china cabinet without emptying it first? Just a wild guess and definitely not based on any sort of personal experience. Really hoping 'no harm done' applies to your tree.

[Kathy]

Your Santa display looks so festive and I like the clock in there. When days at the office move slowly at this time of year we like to say that Santy Claus is running behind at the toy factory and has his time-decelerator turned on.

[Kim Kenward]

Your Santa hutch is amazing. I will keep coming back to visit.

[nanette]

Christmas is sweeter because of your blog. Fills me with love and awe for your stuff.

[Renee]

Hm...to marvel at the jolly man is to be so happy...mine are in bins and all over the house....There will be time to do this this week. Right? I will keep in mind my favorite line...No worries...if I say it enough it might just sink in...smiles..Renee

[Heather]

Such Christmas sweetness! Your collection is so lovely!! ;) xo Heather

[Lena]

Isn't this week after Thanksgiving such a nice one? I love the relaxed feeling of it, and I love your decorating as usual. It sure does help to have alot of open shelving when you collect things, doesn't it? I've started gathering together a few things, but I'm still in a quandry as to what direction to go with them.

You have snow! Oh boy!

xo

[laurie magpie ethel]

Well you were behind on both Halloween and Thanksgiving decorating, but certainly right on top of Christmas. Love all your friendly Santas. My holiday is still in bins...waiting.

[jennifer]

you must have the most beautiful tree in the world with all of your ornaments! love your santas, but the nodding deer i would kill for!!!

[Carol @ Old Glory Cottage]

Always look forward to seeing your Santa display. And thanks for leaving out the gory details of the tree shortening. My imagination is doing a good enough job!