Tuesday, December 13, 2011

A Picture is Worth ...


I need a little longer than I expected to get the Christmas tree ready for its close up, but I was able to put together a little mantel vignette for you today, and start back up the "A Picture is Worth ..." series that I know a lot of you really love.

The mantel is so different than years past - simple, and easy. Two different sized french gilded paper mache Christmas trees I found in Texas, along with the existing antique Turkish brass candlesticks find a base of greens, berries, and pine cones in front of my trumeau mirror. It's the only touch of Christmas in the living room, and I find it so refreshing. I hope you will too! More coming soon. 
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13 comments:

  1. ℳartina @ Northern NestingDecember 13, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    GORGEOUS Artie!! Can't wait to see more!

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  2. MarilynDecember 13, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    Wish I could do this glamorous, simple look. Mine just comes across looking like a seven year old kid's work. Could it be because that is who I'm around all day? Wouldn't ever want to move up to an older group, though. Thanks for the eye candy.♥♫

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  3. Pat@Back Porch MusingsDecember 13, 2011 at 9:03 AM

    Gorgeous vignette and shot, Artie.

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  4. LeeDecember 13, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Devine...
    Lee

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  5. MarlisDecember 13, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    This is a most lovely touch. Refined and classic. I have an affection for the underdone, perfect accessory look you capture so well. xo marlis

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  6. KarenaDecember 13, 2011 at 10:45 AM

    Artie, it is really gorgeous. I am finding that this year simple elegance is perfect!

    Come to enter the latest Giveaway from Design du Monde! It is a Framed Antique Architectural Print!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  7. Patti @ Pandoras BoxDecember 13, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Very simple and gorgeous - love those trees (paper mache? really?)

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  8. Tammy PDecember 13, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    Really beautiful Artie, I love the Christmas trees. Such a rich finish - I bet they weren't cheap.

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  9. AnonymousDecember 13, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    elegant. charming. inspiring. all the things you are my dear. great work.
    xo,
    L

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  10. Trisha SorensonDecember 13, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    I can't believe that no one has yet commented about the crown. Where in the world did you get that? I love love love love it!
    Trisha

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  11. KarenDecember 13, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    What a pretty mantle, thank you for your constant inspiration.

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  12. VictoriaDecember 13, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    It is beautiful, Artie. I love the crown.
    Best...Victoria

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  13. AntiqueaholicsDecember 14, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    I love this look. It's simple and elegant. Is that a crown I see on the right behind the berries? I can't wait to see the rest of your decorating.
    Patti

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