Our Tree Topper

As you may remember from my Top This post last week, Ive been struggling with what to put on top of the tree. I did buy a tree topper from Target but once it was placed on the tree, it just didn't look right. So I decided to take Linda's suggestion and use our monogram initial.

I had the glitter and glue and I found a cardboard letter at Michaels. Not too shabby for $3. I wish they had a more formal script as this looks a little collegiate but it will do.

Big Cat doesn't care too much for the topper but he definitely approves of the velvet tree skirt. Comfy!

One last reminder...

Sorry for sounding like a broken record but I wanted to give one last call for entries for the holiday inspiration contest. Just post or email me your own holiday idea before Sunday.

Winner will be announced next week!

Have a great weekend!

Flea Market Finds

In an attempt to find some unusual Christmas gifts, I ventured out with my brother to a independent gift fair organized by one of my favorite blogs, http://www.brownstoner.com/



While interesting to browse, it was a bit of a bust in terms of finding anything. Empty handed after the gift fair, I braved the frozen temps to cross the street and go to the outdoor flea market. There were only a few vendors with their wares due to the tempatures but I did find a few gems of my own amid the other knicknacks.

Im hoping to use the salt and pepper shaker for Christmas. Anyone know if there are any health risks to using old metal pieces for this?

I'll need to get a piece of glass and cardboard backing for the frame but other than that, its perfect. Im not sure what photo to put in there but I ♥ it.

Can't wait til next spring when all the flea vendors are back in full force. Hopefully I can find some more little pieces like these.

Holiday Inspirational Giveaway: 6 Days Left

Thanks for everyone who has entered so far! I'm loving sneaking a peak at all of your holiday genius.

Just a reminder to please include at least one photo of your holiday idea in order to be eligible for the prizes. Feel free to enter more than once. You can post a link to your blog post, comment including a photo link or email me directly at bklimestoner@aol.com

Giveaway: Prizes!

I'm officially accepting entries to my blogiversary giveaway and will close the contest next Sunday, Dec 14. (No worries to those who have already sent in, I've got them!). In order to "enter" please post or email me at least one photo with your favorite holiday craft/decor/idea.

And if you wouldn't mind showing some love, please tell your own readers about the contest too. I'm just dying to see what everyone is doing to celebrate the season.

Now on to the good stuff...what will you get if you win?

First off, two fun "reference" books. I call them a guilty pleasure because they are essentially porn for the home obsessed like me. Where Women Create: Inspiring Work Spaces of Extraordinary Women by Jo Packham profiles some fabulous creative spaces that are beautifully styled and wonderful jumping off points for those working on their home offices.. Celebrating Home: Decorating for the Holidays and Seasons is full of ideas for decorating and entertaining all year long.

In addition to the books, Im enclosing two photos I took on my trip to Paris last year. These are just a couple of my favorites and have no value whatsoever. I thought it would be nice to give away something a little bit personal too. No pressure to hang them of course. Feel free to use them to line your junk drawer or as kindling :)

Hope everyone had a great weekend!