I realized the other day
that I have not done a Random Saturday post in a few weeks
So you know what that means.
It is time for a quick mish mash of randomness catch up.
This week, it is all about things like trees, books, leaves, ornaments
tables and much more.
1. Tree Lot
A couple weekends ago, I was over in Burlingame, CA at the Balsam Hill tree lot.
Which is like a warehouse filled with every kind of Balsam Hill Christmas tree, stocking, tree skirt, ornament and much more.
There was a fun blogger event where I was able to meet some of the local bloggers who came over
and joined a wreath decorating contest &
a customer event the next day where I shared a
and joined a wreath decorating contest &
a customer event the next day where I shared a
bing, bang, boom 5 minute garland customization.
So simple.
So simple.
I also met so many of the Balsam Hill folks that I have had the pleasure of working with the past several months and I might have done a little shopping and bought a few goodies to bring home with me. Can’t help myself. Obsessed with Christmas.
2. Work environment
Yesterday, I stood in a pile of colorful leaves with a handful of peonies, wearing my favorite boots and breathing in the fresh air all around.
Not a bad work environment.
Not a bad work environment.
Working outside this time of year is always a favorite thing- and I am working up a storm with a Christmas table setting coming your way, along with an outdoor inspiration post.
And on a side note- time to rake.
And on a side note- time to rake.
3. Gift ideas- top 3 books
Because, #1?
Books.
Yes, yes, yes.
Talking design and diy books- and I know I have shared these 3 before on here-
but really, they are top of my gift giving ideas list this year-(put them down as a gift for yourself too) and are all from bloggers- which is just amazing, right?
Sharon Santoni- My Stylish French Girlfriends
Laura Putnam – Rustic Modern Metal Crafts
#4. FIVE EASY & Elegant ideas for your table
Elegant AND easy? Yes, please.
Sharing a few tips over at the HomeGoods Design Happy Blog this week
#5. And one for the road
I am obsessing with vintage simplicity recently.
Things like old glass baubles in vintage crates.
Antique doors with garland and ticking stripe pillows.
Here is a peek at something I worked on yesterday that is coming your way
next week.
Hope your Saturday is off to a great start
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All the photos are just awesome,the blossom hill event looked like everyone was busy having fun, even though you were working
Love the book ideas.
Have a great rest of your day.
Thanks you very much for this beautiful column!!
Check my blog for column too!
Thanks!!
You have a nice and old column too!!
I had no idea Sharon wrote a book-I love her…have to have a peek at it on Amazon!
Your vintage ornaments look lovely!
Jane x
Have enjoyed looking at the Balsam Hill trees….may replace ours next year, waited too long this year.
I sure wish they had the Noble Fir one in a tall slim shape. It seems all the slim ones are too yellow of a green to work in my world, but I must have a slim one because of where I keep it. Oh well.
Your time with the wreath dealio and the meet and greet looks like such fun.
Looks like such a fun event at Balsam Hill.
Your photos and displays are always amazing! I love the etched goblet on the outdoor table display and those white dishes are divine!