Sunday, November 28, 2010

First Sunday In Advent


And so the Christmas season begins...



 I made a little Advent display using an old enamel bundt pan.



Keeping it simple.


Using what I have on hand.




I just love my old enamelware!


 May your holidays be peaceful and calm...

... full of joy and just the right amount of fun!


Thank you for all your comments on the new look of the blog.

Hope the week ahead brings all good things to you!
:)

43 comments:

Lara said...

Oh Laura~ this is pure beauty!! I love the tones in these photos! I really like how the pinecones & nuts appear "frosty" - like kissed by an early frost.
Lara xo

Jolanda said...

Super, it looks great!
And the dutch can is very nice........"voor huishoudelijk gebruik"
Dutch greetings, Jolanda

The Polka Dot Closet said...

And so the season begins! I love enamelware too, I found some in pink once, be still my heart!

Carol

Olive said...

Love the bundt pan. Pine cones are in abundance here for sure.

Custom Comforts said...

I love the simplicity of your pictures. They make a quiet statement. Very lovely.
Cindy

Rummet för välbefinnande said...

You have made a beautiful advent-arrangement!
Today it has been snowing the whole day - it´s white outside and it feels like christmas.
Wish you a nice week.
Mia

French-Kissed said...

Oh I love the fresh simplicity of this display. Your backdrop is wonderful, too...what is it...would be a great wall finish! Hope your Thanksgiving was wonderful.

~jermaine

Anonymous said...

So lovely and simple...just perfect! Xoxoxo 1942charm.blogspot.com

La Petite Gallery said...

Simple and lovely. Christmas Season is upon
us. Our little town has all teh lights and wreath on every lamp post and the Lobster trap tree is all lite up. That blub is fantastic.

yvonne

Anonymous said...

Just beautiful (as usual). Thanks for one of my most favourite blog sites.Canberra is starting to heat up now-I shall look at your site and dream of winter once more...

Jacqui

Carola Bartz said...

Such a beautiful and creative advent display. Love it.

BumbleBeeLane said...

Simple and lovely.Looks like your adjusting to your birthday present beautifully.Warm Blessings!~Amy

Anonymous said...

Just came across your blog, no wonder you so many followers, this is absolutely beautiful. Your whole blog has such an inviting ease...
Rosemary...

DustyLu said...

Gorgeous! Me likey! Thank you for sharing! Happy Advent to you! Lulu

Nancy said...

Beautiful.... very, very sweet!
A blessed Advent to you & yours!

creekside rummager said...

Beautiful pictures. You warmed my heart by spotlighting the white enamelware. I have quite a collection of white enamelware and it seems to have dropped from favor somewhat in recent years. I'm always looking for signs of its resurgence.

Vicki said...

This is so simple and beautiful. I just love how you used the bundt pan. I always prefer natural elements for my advent display or wreath. Just lovely, Laura.

It's me said...

Lovely................warm hugs from me Ria....xxxx...

Glenda/MidSouth said...

What a pretty vignette! Yes - the season begins.
Have a great week.

Carole said...

Wow that first pic knocked me out. Hope you enjoyed the weekend!
Love the new look too!
xx
C

Gert said...

So beautiful and simple..

Blessings..
xoxo Gert

Free Art Printables said...

I have a big enamelware pot from my aunt sitting in storage, I am going to have to dig it out!

WhiteWhispers2u said...

Simple is good! Looks fabulous.~Enjoy Kim

Kateyed said...

That's beautiful, Laura. You are very artistic!
Thank you so much for keeping in touch with me, dear heart. It means so much!
Love,
Suz

kana said...

I love it!

Florence said...

Love that enamel ware! Florence

Maison Beldecor said...

Hi Laura,
gorgeous enamel decoration, wishing you wonderful and cosy days...
Viele Grüße
Bine

Country Livin' said...

absolutely beautiful!
Trish xo

loveandlilac said...

Such a beautiful display. You've inspired me to get decorating! Louise x

Ingrid said...

Greetings from Germany. I like your blog. You have a lot of nice things.

Susan Freeman said...

Perfectly lovely!

Love,
Susan and Bentley

White Ironstone Cottage said...

Beautiful Laura,
I can see you are loving the new camera
Gorgeous pictures
Blessings
Pam

Lululiz said...

I love your idea of using the cake tin for your charming advent display. Very stylish indeed, and the photographs are gorgeous.

Zita - Mlle Magpie said...

I just LOVE what you did, Laura. A most beautiful advent candle display!

Jamie said...

I love the way you create beauty with the things around you!

time worn interiors said...

I'm looking forward to a peaceful Christmas myself! Love all the natural things you used in your decor!
Theresa
aka:TOT

Julie@beingRUBY said...

Absolutely gorgeous photos Laura
You must be enjoying that new camera!!! I know we are!!!

Have a lovely day.. ciao xxx Julie

{Bellamere Cottage} said...

How pretty!

Warm blessings,
Spencer

LizlovesVintage said...

Hi Laura,
Yes, I like the new Look! Your photos are always great. Hugs, Liz

Sarah said...

Wow! You share the most amazing images. Love your vignette. ~ Sarah

dls said...

Your blog is very lovely..... the photos are just scrumptious!

The French Bear said...

Ha ha, you went back and rescued the spring!!!! I love the photos...and the idea of pomander balls....haven't made anything like that for a long time!!!
Great photos Laura!!!
Hugs,
Margaret B

C. Tvillingmamma said...

So simple...and lovly