a close-up of the felt snowflake garland
not the best shot with the reflection from the mirror...
i had to hang it quickly though... little people were starting to climb on the step ladder.
tutorial & templates via my cute stamps :: found via creature comforts
not the best shot with the reflection from the mirror...
i had to hang it quickly though... little people were starting to climb on the step ladder.
tutorial & templates via my cute stamps :: found via creature comforts
cutting out the snowflakes was a little tedious... the "stiff felt" gave my scissors a workout. but it was worth it!
i tried using my cricut
, but the blade wasn't sharp enough. i'm sure there's a way to get it to work but, being a cricut novice, i need to do more trial and error.
, but the blade wasn't sharp enough. i'm sure there's a way to get it to work but, being a cricut novice, i need to do more trial and error.and these little self-stick gems 
made the "bling" application very easy.
made the "bling" application very easy.
during the day
and at night!
And I finally "found" a stand for the ruffled tree amongst some of my fall decor.
From this...
To this...
So the Mantel is complete...
Just need to finish decorating the tree, finish shopping, bake & decorate gingerbread cookies and wrap presents.
Ay yay yay!
Have a TERRIFIC weekend!!!
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