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• DIY Colorful Bottle Brush Tree Tutorial

  Published Nov 18 2019 in Cottage Decor, Cottage Living, Cottage Style, Holidays, Projects, Winter

  

  In the last few years, there’s been a real revival of bottle brush trees. Original ones can be difficult to find in good shape, and are rather collectible.  While there are more reproduction options available these days, you can also make your own—suited to your own tastes and style--with supplies found at any major craft and hobby store. Bottle brush trees are a perfect complement to any Christmas village. And grouped together on a tabletop or mantel, or displayed under a glass cloche, they add a lovely level of ornamentation to your holiday decorating!

  
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• With Thanks & Gratitude

  Published Nov 11 2019 in Customer Appreciation, Fall, Life, Winter

  In the upcoming busy-ness and bustle of the season, I want to pause to say thank you and reflect on the gratitude I particularly feel this time of year.

  
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