Doing My Thing.

Since we've put our new tree up, I've hung the lights (and in case you're interested these are t nothe normal one strand lights - I like to use the garland strand lights which add a little more sparkle!) and recently finished decorating the mantel and tree.

I used various shades of browns and golds as well as various sizes of balls. I also hung a couple sparkly ornaments I've picked up here and there, and of course my beloved Christmas picks that you can find at Walmart or at Michaels (I just picked up some more this weekend and they are on sale at Michale for 50% off so they were only .49 cents!).

I also hung some rattan balls that I have kickin' around. Some are from the pack I picked up at IKEA the last time I went with the girls, and the other ones that have glitter on them I picked up at the dollar store (pack of 6). I love the way they look on the tree!

And we can't forget our old Santa. I love him. We've had him for 3 years. I do like the look of stars but never found one that I really liked - but when I set my eyes on this jolly old elf - it was love at first site. He fits into the colour scheme perfectly too! It was a workout to get the old guy up there - but thankfully I was able to squeeze him on and he just fits!

Anyways, hope you like the pictures and give me some feedback! I also spruced up the mantel a little more and of course my little centerpiece on the coffee table got some love with my mercury glass tea lights that I already showed you!