How are your decorations coming along? I’ve gone deep into my woodsy~wonderland theme, and I must say, my little hut is feeling quite cozy. Here are a few more ideas {and links} you might enjoy if you want to bring the ‘look~of ~lodge” to your abode. Also, I’m announcing the winner of the Fraser Fir wreath giveaway today!
Pinecones and twigs blend in beautifully with greens {foraged or purchased} and fortify the feeling of the forest fantastically. Strands of pinecones drape the carved wood mirrors flanking our entry {with some jazzy, sparkly chartreuse cones trimming the ends}.
Mr. Splendid found these pinecone orbs at Target, I’ve found they look great wherever they land.
I wrapped some in mini lights and hung them outside.
to make a little pinecone constellation at night.
Guess what? The are now on sale on line, click on pinecone for the link.
You’ll also find this twiggy star
and these balls, which are perfect for weighting down the ends of garlands.
Don’t they look pretty nestled and all snugged up with the persimmons and kumquats?
To layer in a woodsy~scent with all of those greens, nothing tops the Feu de Bois {fire wood} candle from Diptyque. It smells like a walk in the wintery woods, when there is a fire burning in a warm and wonderful little cottage nearby. Click on Gorsuch to find it {do take the time to wander around Gorsuch while you are there, they have the most exquisite Alpine offerings}.
These sweet little snowflakes made of twigs are also from Target, sadly, I didn’t see them on line.
The small size flakes look perfect floating around in the winter white forest in the dining room.
And the larger size {about 10 inches across} was the perfect accent for garlands on the windows in the family room.
Now, for the presents under the tree…..
I wish I could say that everyone who entered will be receiving a fresh Fraser Fir wreath from Green Valley Christmas Trees {and one for me!}. But I can’t. However, because it is the season for giving, I’m adding some extra prizes to the drawing. In addition to the wreath winner, I am sending five more winners some Splendid SWAG.
Did you know that branded simple tote bags are in and Birkins are O-U-T? It’s true, click on totes to read an article by Miranda Purves from The NYT Style Section last Sunday. So, to make sure some Splendid Readers are even more stylishly adorned this holiday season, I will be sending 5 of you Splendid Market tote bags, post-it notes and a chic little box of matches for lighting your holiday candles.
The winner of the Fraser Fir wreath is:
Tina from Enchanted Home
The winners of the stylish, splendid swag~kits are:
Tova from Future Memory
Linda from Design in My View
Stacy from Quintessence <<<-for more <<- woodsy inspiration, click on <-that link, to see winter in Conneticut.
Jermaine from French Kissed
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Teresa from Splendid Sass
Please email me with your mailing addresses at ebh@splendidmarket.com, asap, so that we can get your gifts to you!
For even more pinecone inspiration, hop over to I dream of, where Jeanne has some beautiful images of pinecones artfully displayed.
Thank you to all who entered the giveaway!
Wow Emily….love every single thing you have done. I am a pinecone fanatic myself:) Love them and those orbs are GORGEOUS! I have to venture to Target today just to look for them now! Oh boy another thing to add to my loooong list of to do's.
Beautiful…..great job!
This is such a nice and thoughtful gift, Emily!
Thank you so much!
Teresa
xoxo
Oh, Congratulations to my friend, Tina!
Teresa
xoxo
This has always been my favorite holiday theme. My tree is loaded with German glass pinecones, but after seeing your beautiful images…I think it's time to add the real thing, and will be on the lookout for those pinecone orbs, I love the glittery ones!
Congratulations to the lucky ladies…such a fun early christmas gift!
xo J~
We are loving your woodsy wonderland Christmas decor. The pinecone constellations are so chic for a bit of outdoor illumination. Hope you're enjoying the holidays.
xo E + J
Loving all the beautiful pine cones!! I'm way far behind on everything so I have to scoot!! You're way ahead of me!
Emily – A belated thank you (sorry it is not the handwritten kind – I agree they are wonderful to receive..) for my prize/gift of tote bag and, note pads and match box!
We had our mail held while on "vacay" over Christmas and returned home with THE cold (in bed for 2 days), New Years, kids back at school and Mom just left after a 5 day visit. So now I get back to Blog Land and you. Thanks again! Your photos and menu ideas are my favorite. Cheers!