Growing up with very little was a blessing because I was able to see the beauty in the everyday objects that are often overlooked. That's what you do when you don't have much.
When you take the time to look around at what you have, you can make anything special. Take this collection of syrup dispensers for example:
It's really simple:
1.) Gather together clear, like objects that can be used as vessels.
2.) Fill with Christmasey items such as little trees, ornaments, and fake snow or objects in a color to fit your Christmas theme such as old game pieces and glitter. (This can be done with anything you love, any time of the year!)
3.) Display as a grouping.
You can find this Christmas inspiration, as well as decorating ideas, recipes, and Christmas cheer in my book, The Farm Chicks Christmas.
Special thanks to my friend, Nancy, for letting us into her home to play and display with her collections. You can find more wonderful objects such as these at Nancy (and friends) shop, Forget-Me-Not, in Coeur d' Alene, Idaho.
Image by John Granen.
oooh! Cute idea,,, I need to find one to use as deco in my vintage 'farmgirl on the loose' trailer.....all '50's farm kitchen retro red... :>)
Merry Christmas.
Posted by: Grace~katmom | December 20, 2011 at 10:03 PM
Oh my goodness, what a great and easy idea.
Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Beverly@My Sew Sweet Studio | December 12, 2011 at 01:52 PM
Serena my goal this season has been to simplify! It doesn't take much more than a little creativity to make a big statement. Your blog is precious by the way.
Posted by: Thesassyclassycowgirl.blogspot.com | December 12, 2011 at 10:33 AM
You've got so many cute decorating ideas for the holidays! In a previous post, I love the gingerbread man cookie cutter on the shelf! I'm not sure I have it in me to put decorative paper on my cupboards, but it sure looks great!
Posted by: Janelle | December 12, 2011 at 10:32 AM
Love it! And love Nancy & Sally and Forget Me NoT!
Hollie
Posted by: Hollie Eastman | December 09, 2011 at 04:26 PM
LOVE Forget Me Not! And I love your Christmas book. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Kathy | December 09, 2011 at 08:20 AM
So Cute! Just like going to Grandmas for Christmas when we
were little. Love the syrup holder with the red handle. I see the
cute little brush tree again! Where can I find these?
Posted by: Betsy | December 09, 2011 at 04:15 AM
So, so cute! I have syrup dispensers and I'm gonna try this! Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: tracy | December 08, 2011 at 05:10 PM
You speak to my heart and remind me of my childhood-
Have a wonderful weekend.
Posted by: teresa | December 08, 2011 at 04:51 PM
Very cute!
I love Forget-Me-Not, too! :)
Posted by: Melissa Kaiserman | December 08, 2011 at 01:52 PM
What a Great Idea! Thanks for Sharing!
Posted by: Crafty and Green | December 08, 2011 at 11:30 AM
...super cute!
Posted by: colleen | December 08, 2011 at 09:34 AM
Hi Serena!
Too cute!!
And, we love Forget-Me-Not! It's on our Christmas list of shops to visit!
Merry Christmas,
Glad & Celia
Posted by: Junebug Furniture and Design | December 08, 2011 at 08:58 AM
There is so much in that book that I had forgotten about this - those syrup dispensers are so so adorable!!
Posted by: Vicki K | December 08, 2011 at 08:29 AM
Simple and festive!
xo
Pam
Posted by: One Gal's Trash | December 08, 2011 at 07:57 AM
I love this idea! Precious!
Charlotte from Merrilrae's
Posted by: Charlotte Banker | December 08, 2011 at 07:53 AM
I love this! I use small glass kitchen item like this and fill with marbles! I keep them on a shelf all year!
Posted by: Nancy's Attic Antique Mall | December 08, 2011 at 07:11 AM
I love festive but simple, this is both. Nice job!
Posted by: Amy | December 08, 2011 at 06:01 AM
Love that store!!
Now I know what to do with all my vintage nut choppers! So fun!!
Posted by: Amy G | December 08, 2011 at 05:53 AM
Such bright, cheery color and subtle touches... I like the way these look. Understated whimsy that is personal and unique. Thank you for sharing this.
Posted by: Natalie VV | December 08, 2011 at 05:32 AM