Our recent snowstorm here in the Pacific Northwest left us many beautiful fallen tree branches. I couldn't bear to part with them, and I needed something super cheap (meaning FREE) to decorate those pesky and awkard cabinet tops in our kitchen.
This is a great example of two rules I live by when decorating:
1) You do not have to spend a lot of money to create something lovely
2) Use what you have around you
The old wooden Cannon Beach realty sign pays homage to our iconic first trip to the Oregon Coast when we stayed at a cute little B&B at Cannon Beach.
I painted the owls when I took fantastic online art class, How to Paint an Owl, by Juliette Crane. You can read more about my experience here. I love how the owlies look in the branches!
And, I found this lovely container at the thrift store for a few bucks, which was quite a steal as these sell in antique stores for a bundle.
Clearly, I am really into tree branches at the moment. They make such great decor and have become a theme in our home. More kitchen photos coming soon. I'm working on a homework/craft center in the kitchen that I can't wait to share!
It's so nice to see you again. Love the new blog. The twigs are such a creative idea. Ilove how they frame your view.
ReplyDeletehow i adore seeing those owls arranged with those twigs! so perfect!
ReplyDeletehave a lovely weekend!
xo, juliette