Slowly But Surly

No, no. I really meant to write “surly.” That’s how I feel every time I try to stand on my feet long enough to get any decorating done. This is getting ridiculous. When all this dad-gum holly jolly is over, I’m going to launch a search for a new doctor. 

Anyway, I have accomplished a wee bit of decorating. A very wee bit. I’m certainly not ready for a photo spread in House and Garden, but here is a peek at what I've managed so far. I actually have my Christmas Tree quilt hung in the foyer too. But I want to put some kind of vignette on the old sewing machine in front of it before I take pics.

Halloween - 1
A few years back, I was very much into creating and sending fabric postcards. This is one I made for a Christmas swap I had joined. But I loved the card so much, I decided to keep it for myself.

NoelThis cross stitched piece is one of my favorite Christmas decorations. I didn’t stitch it, however. I bought it at an Oxmoor House prop sale back when I was editing great quilting and craft books for that company.

Manger
Instead of Elf on a Shelf, I’m doing Manger on a Mantel this year. This little Jim Shore nativity will move around the house for the remainder of the holiday season. It might even land on the mantel at some point.

Happy Holidays, everyone. I’m just now realizing all these photos are out of focus. Either that, or it’s time for my eye drops. Or maybe both.

 

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On 12/12/2018, Debbie Price said ...

I have't done much decorating either. I can't lift and turn or bend and reach, due to this non-existent hip. So I fall at the hands of my kids, who are too busy. Sigh...

On 12/12/2018, Barbara Anne said ...

Love your Christmas decorations and I'm with you about having too little steam (or spoons) to get it done in one, two, or more sessions. Bummer that it is! My issue is lupus fatigue and I'm sorry for the pain others endure that limits them.

We're sort of snowed in from the 15" that fell on Sunday so I cannot get to the post office to mail packages AND our new Christmas tree came today but the ornaments are in the new barn - a snowy hike away.x 4 or 5. Sigh!

Scoot over and I'll share your bench!

Hugs!

On 12/13/2018, Nicole said ...

I still have the fabric post card you sent me when my sister Trish passed away. I keep it right by my desk and look at it all the time. I think your decorations are very festive. Do what you can and enjoy them. Hope you have a wonderful holiday season Susan!
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