Christmas Tree Times Three!

This Christmas On Crooked Creek is cutting back on the usual Seasonal decor. Since we aren't hosting Christmas On Crooked Creek, I decided to o n l y put up t h r e e  Christmas Trees!

Our Rustic Christmas On The Prairie showcases our Lodge Tree this year on the upper level living room all dressed in bronze, gold and brown. A creamy ivory angel sits atop the highest bough while a creamy ivory, scalloped quilt is used in place of a tree skirt at the bottom.

Instead of tinsel garland, I used a 3 ~ inch wide natural fiber ribbon in bronze tone to accentuate all the natural elements affixed to the branches.

Twig balls and pine cones look lovely with our Traditional bronze, gold and mocha hued ornaments and icicles. I tucked in faux twigs to enhance the Rustic Christmas On The Prairie appeal.

This creamy ivory, scalloped quilt adds a layer of softness at the base of this natural element, Rustic Christmas Tree On Crooked Creek.

Our Rustic Christmas On The Prairie Christmas Tree. . . Tree # 1!


"Mr.Ed" and I chose a Coppertone Christmas Dining room to harmonize with our Rustic Christmas On The Prairie since both rooms connect with one another.

This skinny 4 foot tree sits in a half round wicker basket!
I love S N O W . . .so we kept this tree with a hint of the Seasonal weather. I adore this tree topper! Designed after a vintage bed spring with a burst of snowflakes at the top, one can't help but smile!!!

Pearled, gold ornaments softly accentuate the golden glitter snowflakes! Each ornament on this tree is hand tied with gold satin or sage ribbon! Believe me, when I say this tree is a labor ~ of ~ love!

I found these glass tree ornaments at an Antique Shop. When placed in front of the bulb they appear to be illuminated!

These miniature "plates" from Nell Hill's have to be my all time favorite ornament! Their creamy ivory background and soft rimmed gold edges are a perfect accent for this Coppertone Christmas Dining Room Tree!

A half round, wicker basket sits at the side of our oak buffet year ~ round! No need to use a tree skirt; however, the pine cones tucked around the base are in keeping with the natural theme On Crooked Creek this year!

 A perfect "pencil" size to set near our dining room table enhancing our meal times On Crooked Creek!

Coppertone Christmas Dining Room Tree. . . Tree #2!

Browsing at a local Antique Mall, I happened upon a pink feather tree measuring 32" inches in height! I was smitten! For two years this tree has resided in my Art Studio. . .but this year ~ On Crooked Creek. . . it is residing in the Master Bedroom!

This star tree topper is actually a metal ornament! I adore the silver and gold of this star! Its message is Peace, Love, Joy!

Each ornament is hand tied to the tree using a sheer 2 ~inch pink wire edged ribbon!

Round, vintage, pink glass ornaments are mixed with teardrop  nostalgia ornaments. Look closely to see the  crystal, glass garland used to enhance and illuminate the feather tree. 

Vintage, pink glass ornaments stored in their original box!!!

Each year, when I remove the ornaments from the tree, I leave the pink, sheer wire edged ribbon attached. It is time consuming to re ~ thread the ribbon through the ornament top. Fragile as they are, I fear breakage!

I adore the romantic era of this vintage feather tree. So placing it in a corner of the Mater Bedroom On Crooked Creek seemed to be the perfect place for it to reside!

This Christmas Tree needs no extra illumination. The sun shining through the windows reflects in the glass ornaments giving this feather tree a "natural" glow!

Our pink feather tree ornaments appear more golden than silver in the evening lighting! Ah~h~h. . .so romantic!

A Master Bedroom, vintage, pink feather tree. . .Tree #3!


Christmas Tree Times Three. . .On Crooked Creek!



Until next time. . .

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The i's and t's. . .

Dear Ones,

It's Official. . .

the i's have all been dotted. . .and the t's have all been crossed. . .

                                        "Mr. Ed" has retired!!!

Nearly seventeen years ago, "Mr. Ed" began working for the Kansas Department of Transportation in South East Kansas! Ten years ago, he transferred to the K.D.O.T. Hillside Shop in North Wichita. Today was officially his last day!

He was honored with a delicious and divinely decorated cake by one of his co~workers!
Donna made a work of art and of heart!

Making this day even more memorable, he was showered with a clock, cards and gifts!

Surrounded by family. . .

co~workers present and past. . .

all made this celebration a culmination of years of service come to a well  deserved end!

Supportive family by his side, we all look forward to spending much more time together! For now, "Mr. Ed" has one of the best gifts of all. . .the gift of time!

Happy Retirement. . . "Mr. Ed"!


Until next time. . .

Coppertone Christmas Dining. . .

Staying in tune with the Rustic Christmas decor On Crooked Creek proved a bit challenging for this Traditional decor home. I've spent many days researching through my inspirational magazines.

As each Season changes On Crooked Creek...so does the look of our dining room chandelier. I've used two evergreen pics topped with snow and pine cones to unify our Rustic Christmas theme. Then...I made a huge, poofy coppertone bow!!!

Here you catch a glimpse of the china hutch in the background. Notice how the coppertone bow harmonizes well with the oak wood tone?

I adore that poofy, coppertone bow with it's curling tails!!!Let's go down and take a look at the centerpiece, shall we???

A simple $2.00 Gordman's, rectangular, creamy ivory tray. I chose a square, battery operated, creamy ivory pillar candle for the center. Tying a natural fiber, square bow around it's middle helps disguise the Traditional pillar. I surrounded the candle with wispy sprigs of evergreen and pine cones similar to those used on the chandelier above. Copper and bronze glitter ornaments tied with gold satin ribbons add to the illumination from the candlelight!

This angled photo shot shows all the elements used in this simple, Rustic Christmas centerpiece. Using the tray makes the centerpiece easily moved from the table ~  if our meal has ample courses.

Here you can begin to see the coppertone, diamond patterned, overlay topper and the everyday white dishes for most our meals On Crooked Creek.

By angling the square, diamond patterned topper, the corner points flow gracefully off the table at each place setting.

Using our silver chargers reflects the light and keeps the overall table calm.  The patterned floral napkin keeps the unity of the bronze, copper, gold, creamy ivory, and green color palette.

This rim photo shot shows the effective layering for each place setting. Charger, dinner plate, dessert / salad plate, topped off with an additional saucer.

On Crooked Creek our everyday white dinnerware was chosen for its versatility. While "Mr. Ed" states the center of the saucer appears to be an oak leaf cluster or a poinsettia. . . to me. . .it's unmistakably, always been a S N O Wflake!!!

Cups and saucers are used mainly during our breakfast On Crooked Creek; however with the on~set of cooler Seasonal temperatures, a cup of hot tea finishes off our evening meals!

While snapping photos of this place setting. . . I couldn't help noticing how the appearance of the bubble glass mimics that of a S N O Wglobe!

Our vintage ladder back, farmhouse, dining chairs (found while vacationing this Fall) are calling to be decked in vintage Christmas stockings. Believe me, I've been looking! In the meanwhile. . . I tied this sprig of evergreen with green berries and pine cone with another coppertone ribbon!

"Mr. Ed's" chair back with his embellished Christmas swag!

The striped chair cushions from the lower level dining area will suffice for now On Crooked Creek. The hues are a perfect accent with our Coppertone Christmas Dining. . .

"Mr. Ed" and I will be spending our meals gathered 'round this Coppertone Christmas dining table. Together we will be facing new challenges of adapting to his retirement.

On Crooked Creek. . . this is one adaptation and challenge I'm looking forward to having! Time for "Mr. Ed" and I to share our lives. . .and our meals together.

Coppertone Christmas Dining. . .On Crooked Creek!

Until next time. . .

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