Wooden stocking forms, originally used to dry socks, help create an old world Christmas mantel. Seven is my lucky number. This is our seventh Christmas in our home, but the first time I am happy with the great room Christmas mantel decorations. I began purchasing vintage sock stretchers from etsy sellers a few months ago. Too many actually, as I have extras, including the … [Read more...]
My Search For Os De Mouton Chairs
My hunt for os de mouton chairs proved that perseverance has its rewards, even in decorating. Over a year ago, I entered a local antique store I don't go to very often. Oh, they have lovely things but not so lovely prices. Why torture myself. I had been longing for a pair of French os de mouton chairs to use by the great room fireplace. Those have curvy "sheep bone" … [Read more...]