Oh Deer!
I just love the look of sweet vintage deer. I found these two little darlings on Etsy and couldn't hit the "add to cart" button fast enough! I utilized a Styrofoam and fur wreath and just added pretty glittery-silver sprigs of leaves and baubles and added some vintage jewelry for that extra bling!
We all know that shopping on Etsy can be VERY dangerous. Not only did I find the precious little deer twosome, but I also found this exquisite vintage Japanese Dexter's Angel. She was in beautiful condition but quite smooshed and wrinkled. I fixed her up and sewed a new sparkly skirt, added a pretty ribbon and gave her a sweet little Bichon of her own to hold.
And she's a redhead!
My new champagne tinsel tree is UP! No presents under the tree yet... that project is saved for tomorrow!
And I just had to put up my treasured Barbie tree! Years and years of collecting Barbie ornaments make this tree very special. I stopped collecting them in 2002 and I'm glad I did because I actually don't have room on the tree for all of them. From Barbie in her pillbox hat, to all her ball gowns and of course her dream house... the tree is filled with sugary sweetness.
And lastly, this year I bought this tiny white tree (only $8 at Target!) and dedicated it to all my doggie ornaments. There is also a pink pig, a chipmunk, a baby harbor seal and a few mice who adorn this cutie!
I love the handpainted Bichon ornaments and the ornaments that hang for Chloe and Albie (my furchilden who have gone on) are very special to me.
I'm having so much fun decorating for Christmas this year! My friend LuLu will be coming for a visit in less than 3 weeks and I can't wait!
Are your decorations up yet? I haven't started this early in years and last year I skipped decorating because I was so sad over the loss of my beloved dog, Albie. This year I'm adding extra sparkle for the holidays! Life is very good.
Happy holidays Friends!
Hugs,
Holly
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Oh, so very pretty - I love everything. The reindeer wreath is just so very sweet.
Sadly no decorations up here, not sure I will be able to do much with my gimpy arm:( The grandkids will be disappointed but I will make it up to them next year.
The OP Pack Mom
So Sweet Holly..Thanks so very much for your kind comment and visit...I look forward to visiting with you again. Where in LA. do you live?? I love Etsy too!!!
Cheers...Cynthia
I ADORE the doggy tree. It's always so nice to remember our fur babies that are away at Rainbow Bridge having fun.
Those little deer are dear Holly. I have some too, but haven't done anything with them.
Doesn't your precious little Dexter girl look like our LuLu with her red wig??? She really does. LOVE HER.
Glad you got a head start. Everything looks BEAUTIFUL.
xoxoxoxoxo
You & Lulu will have so much fun. I KNOW she is anxious to spend time with you!!!! I LOVE all your trees & decorations! So pretty. This is our year to do Thanksgiving so that means light on the Christmas decor but, I SOooooooooooo love to decorate! Enjoy the season & all your pretties! Thank you for the sweet comments on Elle. I wish she & Pheobe could meet in person. I think they would LOVE to play together. Are you going to join us at Diana Frey's in February? I'd LOVE it if you can. HUGS!
Charlene
These are all so fun--I love anything vintage--especially these--memories from childhood Christmas times (I loved my Barbie dolls!)
I haven't decorated yet--it takes me a while, but once I get going--I can't stop.
Enjoy you Holiday season!
THAT IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO SWEET, all those Bichons and other white breeds, taking over the tree! SO DELIGHTFUL, Holly! And that deer wreath; there is an array of ideas to grab and create! Thank you for coming to visit with me and I do hope you got a chance to peek at the few artists I showcased. There are so many artists out there!
Enjoy your holidays my dear! Anita
Hey Holly! Thanks so much for stopping by and the well wishes! Would you believe this is day 11 and this sore throat is still kickin my butt! I can not believe it!
I wanted to stop by to say Hi. What a darling post! I am loving your Christmas decor! The deer in that wreath is TO DIE FOR ADORABLE! xox
I am in love with the wreath in the first photo....do adorable!!
Daisy~
Hi Holly!
Everything is just gorgeous! The deer wreath is so whimsical and perfect! The little redheaded angel is YOU! SO Cute! And each and every one of your trees are fun, fun, fun!
Thanks for sharing.....
~Michelle
Hi Holly!
Many thanks for stopping by with your good wishes - I hope you are enjoying the holiday season as much as I am!
I love visiting your great blog(that was a lovely pic of Phoebe watching the rain - she's so beautiful!) but don't always have time to leave a comment unfortunately. Sigh :(
Yes, love Dexter, Murder One & The Killing! Phew!
Have a lovely week ahead,
Hugs
XOXO Lola & Nora:)
Oh, my gosh. I just love that little white dog tree! I can't stand it!!! I am so glad you have a new Bichon this year! Phoebe is wonderful! I always will remember Albie's "smile"!!!
Hugs,
Suz
You and your elves have been incredibly busy! Your post will have inspired many of us who are lagging behind. Your Etsy treasures are precious, and that deer wreath!! Thanks for popping into Zendoll with your cheer. It's always appreciated. Have a great week.
Eeeeeeeeeeeek! It's almost time!!! We don't have that much longer and I will be there enjoying all your decor in person! YIPPEE!!!
Everything looks fabulous and I loved seeing all the ornaments. All the trees turned out beautifully! Well done!!
Marking another day off the calendar!
Love,
LuLu~*xoxo
So glorious!!! I adore your wonderful wreath and all your pretty "Holly" colors!!
I get to see Lulu in 3 weeks as well!! Yippee!!!
So very sweet,Holly.Thanks for sharing.Have a wonderful week.
Hugs,
Marie
What lovely decorations, so much effort and love goes into it all. I especially love the wreath with the deer-very cool. Have a wonderful week, give Phoebe a pet.
So many pretty things!! I love your wreath- the colors are so beautiful, and I LOVE the little deer! I've never seen blue ones before! And love that tinsel tree!!! I wish I had one that color!
Holly, I can't tell you how happy I get reading and looking at your blog. Every time! :) The deer wreath is one of my favorite things I have seen this year I love it. And the red headed angel... she's adorable and it looks as if she has always been holding that sweet pup. Have a wonderful weekend. H
What fun..your trees are adorable...I would love to visit you and see them close up...I bet they are stunning. xoxo Happy weekend
Hi Holly, I just found your blog and I love it. These cheery pictures are great! Thanks for posting. If you have an i phone, try the Hipstamatic application. It is a camera application that lets you change the flash, film, and lens. Your photos look vintage. One has a warm rosey cast that I think would look great with these photos you just posted.
My last post has an example. Check it out...
www.heathermilo.com
Happy Holidays!
Oh, Holly, I just love it all! Your little deer are so sweet!!! I FINALLY finished decorating, only took me a week, but I'm not quite done with our tree, almost!
I know you gals will have a wonderful time!!! Have FUN!!!!
xxoo
Marsha
LOVE your wreath with the sweet vintage deer...so darling! You are just tearing it up in holiday mode! Everything looks sparkly and happy...just the way the holidays should be!
Such a beautiful doggie tree, I am a lover and collector of doggie figurines! I also love the wreath with your vintage deer, adorable! Everything looks gorgeous for the hollidays pretty lady with the gorgeous red hair! Have a super Sunday. FABBY
I love your dog tree! I have a tree for my dogs too not with dog ornaments but cupcake ornaments because thats the theme of their bedroom ( yes my dogs have their own bedroom lol) I think my little white tree is almost the same as yours, to but I got mine at walmart. All your dog ortaments are so cute and look like your little babies! I have been looking for some ornaments that look like my dogs too but white Pomeranians are not super common so I have been having a hard time find anything that looks like my Bella, lacie is cream and I find some light orangeish one that sorta look like her but no white at all :( where have you found all your ornaments at?
Ps: I forgot to mention how much I love your wreath it is so pretty! I love the colors!
Wow, all beautiful finds. I love Etsy too. So perfect and so you ! I want, I want - it all!
Loooove your deer wreath! It turned out fabulous and incredibly sweet looking! Your holiday tree's are amazing!!! The doggie is so stinkin' cute! What an inspiring post Holly! Love! xoxo,Jenn
Okay, luv your wreath, luv luv, and luv your champagne tree!!
My two girls have barbie trees and we have been collecting since 1993. Boy time has gone by quick!!!
I should post pictures of their barbie trees!!
Thanks for sharing!!
Karen aka Blingqueen
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