A Baby Changes Everything: Tree Season Begins

Tree Season Begins

Thursday, September 24, 2009

These are a few pictures I found from last year that I do not think I have posted. A SNOWMAN TREE, an ELF TREE, AN ELEGANT SOUTHERN LIVING TREE that is in a house that is absolutely unbelievable! There is a banister from a house that winds around forever...and also a tree done in the new green that has been so popular the last couple of years. You can click on each picture and get a better view of the details...(I hope)
I also wanted to show you some new color combinations..DO NOT BE AFRAID TO MIX COLORS that would seem to clash. Many times that is when we get our BEST LOOK!

We made 60 wreaths yesterday, so I am bone tired today and this post is a little disjointed, (is that a word?)! Plus Parker and Jack both spent the night last night....so it has been a FULL WEEKEND. Very much a WORK WEEKEND, after spending a few days in bed with the YUK stomach BUG...Which I get about once every 5 years.

This is not the post I had planned today. I have had trouble with blogger all day...Anyone else? This is a small part of all the wreaths and trees we got made. ....Let's just say my house looks like a store full of fall wreaths, Christmas wreaths and small trees...and LOTS OF GLITTER....I wanted you to see how using many combinations of ribbons, size, texture, color, make for gorgeous bows. Another tree I will show you in a future post is a patriotic tree. After 9/11, I collected some priceless America ornaments....They are some of my most prized ornaments. I also do a really cute Star Wars tree for Parker's room. I am hoping that looking at some of the wreaths will lead to more questions....and I promise answers....(I have not been faithful in that area)! I promise to do better. It will appear that I have posted the same picture twice, but some of the wreaths have little details stand out from different pictures....maybe only to me...AS you can see, I am a RIBBON lover. This week will be spent trying to get my shops straightened out..(HUGE JOB) Then I can show you some other things we made ....and YES, we have had the Christmas music playing and it does help....with the 94 HUMID degrees weather.

REMEMBER THE ORNAMENT DRAWING WILL BE

OCT 1st and all you have to do to be entered is just leave a comment. Have a wonderful week.

85 comments:

Anonymous said...: I recently stumbled upon your website and what a gem I found. I love all of your beautiful trees and wreaths. I'm tired just thinking about making all of those wreaths in one day! Can't wait to see more!
Susan in GA; Sun Sep 27, 06:46:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: Teresa,

All your work is SO beautiful!!

Could you write a post explaining how you make those wonderful bows with all the ribbon?

I really enjoy your blog and am looking forward to decorating for Christmas this year!

Karen; Sun Sep 27, 06:53:00 PM PDT
Love Being A Nonny said...: Beautiful!! i love the snowman tree and the whimsical tree! You must be exhausted already!; Sun Sep 27, 07:30:00 PM PDT
Mimmy said...: Teresa - You are one talented lady. Sure wish you could come decorate my house but I think that the travel expenses would do me in. Hopefully you'll inspire me to get some things done.

God Bless,
Mimmy; Sun Sep 27, 07:33:00 PM PDT
Keelie said...: What beautiful trees! and other stuff!

I would love for you to tell your readers about my 12 weeks of Christmas party!

As I said in my post--the more the merrier!

Can't wait to enjoy more of beautiful creations!!!; Sun Sep 27, 07:46:00 PM PDT
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...: Love all the colors, Teresa! I also love how full all your pieces and the trees are.; Sun Sep 27, 07:51:00 PM PDT
Michelle @ Delicate Construction said...: They all are so gorgeous!!!!! Oh I can't wait for the holidays! I will for sure have more than one tree this year due to your site!; Sun Sep 27, 08:02:00 PM PDT
Sandi (Meme) said...: Just saw the photos of the baby, my how he has changed! Sign me up for the giveaway, and don't forget in your "spare time" to stop by and check out mine too!; Sun Sep 27, 08:02:00 PM PDT
Unknown said...: Those are so extravagent! Beautiful! I just found your blog a few weeks ago and am pulling out the Christmas music... now! Thanks!; Sun Sep 27, 08:04:00 PM PDT
Gretta said...: WOW...your trees are so incredibly beautiful. I mailed you something Saturday but I am ashamed of the tree in the picture. The lights weren't even turned on and it looks like Charlie Brown's Christmas tree compared to yours! (haha) Oh well...this year, I have a new found inspiration for 2 awesome trees! :); Sun Sep 27, 08:09:00 PM PDT
Just Call Me Grammy said...: Those wreaths are absolutely beautiful!!! I cannot imagine doing that many in one day and still having the energy to do anything. Thanks so much for posting the pics. I am loving it!; Sun Sep 27, 08:13:00 PM PDT
Bacardi Mama said...: You do absolutely beautiful work. I wish you lived by me and I could afford you!; Sun Sep 27, 08:15:00 PM PDT
Sheryl said...: once again...stunning!!

so glad that you are feeling better.; Sun Sep 27, 08:17:00 PM PDT
Elizabeth Mullins said...: Wow! Impressive trees and wreaths! You are making me look forward to decorating for my favorite holiday and my birthday!; Sun Sep 27, 08:20:00 PM PDT
chocolatecovereddaydreams.blogspot.com said...: I'm beyond awed over your talents. I would love to just go from house to house to see your creations.; Sun Sep 27, 08:56:00 PM PDT
Lynn said...: Beautiful! I can't imagine making that many wreaths in one day! I love the color combinations. Your bows are so big and full, love them. Glad you are feeling better.; Sun Sep 27, 08:58:00 PM PDT
Cindy B. said...: Teresa,

Love it all as usual. NOBODY does it like you!! You are the queen!! Are you selling the wreaths and arrangements or are they for particular houses?

Love,
Cindy; Sun Sep 27, 09:14:00 PM PDT
Justabeachkat said...: Wow Teresa! Amazing! This puts me in the mood for Christmas...and it still feels like the beginning of summer here in Florida. It's too warm for me to even put up my Fall decorations yet.

Hugs!
Kat; Sun Sep 27, 09:24:00 PM PDT
Jess said...: Still loving it! Great work and the photos I know can't do the wreaths and trees justice!

Lots of love
Jess; Sun Sep 27, 09:41:00 PM PDT
Debbie said...: I love christmas time and everything it brings. I love the trees and the staircase. Beautiful. Include me in your drawing please, can't wait to start decorating. Debbie; Sun Sep 27, 09:55:00 PM PDT
Loui♥ said...: Teresa!!
You leave me breathless from all the work you put into these fabulous creations!!
beautifully done and presented!!
enter me into your drawing..
and thanks for stopping by my site and leaving such lovely comments!!
♥hugs and smiles from Denver; Sun Sep 27, 10:02:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: Teresa! What beautiful trees and wreaths. Please enter me into your drawing. Linda in Calif.; Sun Sep 27, 10:11:00 PM PDT
Anonymous said...: Hey there Lady I have always known that you had this business, but somehow seemed to forget. I am loving all the decorations. I just need to hire you forget me trying to do it. Hope the family is doing well. I also wanted to talk to you about Disney stuff. So I am going to facebook you soon. Love ya all

Renee Sapp Flannery; Sun Sep 27, 10:58:00 PM PDT
MadeInCanarias said...: The snowman tree is so cool!; Mon Sep 28, 04:02:00 AM PDT
Cindy Lou said...: Love all the Trees and Wreaths!!! They are just beautiful!!! You are so talented!! Have a great day!!; Mon Sep 28, 04:22:00 AM PDT
Terri said...: Thanks for stopping by my blog recently and man am I glad I came by yours. You do beautiful work!! The ribbons are a favorite of mine too! Be sure to come back to see me as I'm having a giveaway this week.; Mon Sep 28, 04:51:00 AM PDT
SusanD said...: The trees and wreaths are gorgeous! Glad you're feeling better and the bug has left your place. Have a great week. Blessings, SusanD; Mon Sep 28, 05:08:00 AM PDT
Amy said...: Love the wreaths and trees! You are super talented. I am also a "ribbon lover" so I am in love with all of your ribbons in the wreaths and trees! Thanks for the inspiration!; Mon Sep 28, 05:12:00 AM PDT
Sherri Murphy said...: These are beautiful! I'm in the mood for the holidays.; Mon Sep 28, 05:18:00 AM PDT
Robin Lambright said...: Good Morning!

Wonderful pictures. I was thnking about my christmas decorating just yesterday. I was putting away all my spring/summer flower arrangements and pulling out all my fall stuff. This got me to thinking about all the new things I got on clearance last year after the christmas season was over. I am looking forward to finding just the righ place for all my new "finds"!

Have a great week!

Shalom
Robin; Mon Sep 28, 05:25:00 AM PDT
Jenna said...: I just found your blog and I am so glad I did! Thank you for having such a wonderful blog! Tis The Season!; Mon Sep 28, 05:33:00 AM PDT
Unknown said...: Wow! You have some absolutely beautiful things, and did you say you made them all? I mean, YOU made them??? My goodness. I am serously impressed.

Now I have to look at all the pictures again!; Mon Sep 28, 05:43:00 AM PDT
Kelley said...: Thanks for stopping by to say hi! I love your blog and have now linked it to my page. I can't wait for Christmas and family time!!! Thanks for the chance to win the drawing!; Mon Sep 28, 06:04:00 AM PDT
Anonymous said...: Hi Teresa! Oh, look at these beautiful wreaths and trees! They're beautiful! Hope you're getting some rest from all this work! Please enter my name into your giveaway.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;); Mon Sep 28, 06:15:00 AM PDT
Anonymous said...: I agree with one of the other commenters. I would love it if you could give us a bow-making tutorial! Your bows are beautiful!; Mon Sep 28, 06:34:00 AM PDT
Angela said...: I love the snowman tree I want to incorporate that theme in my winter wonderland only I want to do blue and silver instead of the red. Any suggestions on how to make the tree and other garland and stuff really glimmer and shimmer like snow in winter wonderland?? Thanks for all of your wonderful tips!!!; Mon Sep 28, 06:35:00 AM PDT
Jill said...: Hey girl! Thanks for stopping by the blog! This is my kind of blog...ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS!! I'm about to start my Christmas giveaways, as well. :) Your work is gorgeous. Love it all!; Mon Sep 28, 06:40:00 AM PDT
Gram said...: You are so talented! I love the snowman tree. I have a snowman tree in my entry way but it is not even close to this!; Mon Sep 28, 07:19:00 AM PDT
Gina said...: Beautiful!! I am glad I found your blog. I love EVERYTHING about Christmas and this site has given me some inspiration!; Mon Sep 28, 07:22:00 AM PDT
MOMSWEB said...: WOW! We're celebrating Christmas over here! I'm glad I dropped by.; Mon Sep 28, 07:22:00 AM PDT
Nezzy (Cow Patty Surprise) said...: Oh how I love Christmas. You portray it beautifully girl!

Hope your feeling up to par again and enjoying this beautiful day!!!; Mon Sep 28, 07:33:00 AM PDT
Bernie said...: Loved everything but oh that railing is so beautiful....I am getting in the festive spirit by just reading your blog.
Happy that you are feeling better. Have a great day.....:-) Hugs; Mon Sep 28, 08:02:00 AM PDT
A Joyful Chaos said...: So much beauty! You are very talented!; Mon Sep 28, 08:15:00 AM PDT
Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...: Just beautiful! I love looking at Christmas decor even in the summer!

Blessings,
Sandi; Mon Sep 28, 08:21:00 AM PDT
Rachelle said...: I love it all!!! Especially that banister. I have one very similar to it and I'm getting great ideas from your site on how I should decorate it!; Mon Sep 28, 08:24:00 AM PDT
Unknown said...: Dropping in here always gets me thinking of my Christmas decor plans. A perfect wee "fix" of Christmas on a cold autumn day in Ireland :); Mon Sep 28, 08:45:00 AM PDT
Dancing B*a*g Lady said...: Wow only XXX days till Christmas?? I haven't got the Halloween decor out yet.; Mon Sep 28, 08:53:00 AM PDT
Abby said...: You are very talented! I can't wait to learn how to decorate this Christmas. With a 1 year old and 3 year old, I need all the help I can get! :); Mon Sep 28, 08:57:00 AM PDT
Lynette said...: Love the stairs - makes me kind of sad I don't have any - but only for a second!! You've done a beautiful job with all your decorations - cannot imagine making all that!

Have a good one - thanks for letting me know about your giveaway.; Mon Sep 28, 09:04:00 AM PDT
Sarah @ Preaching In Pumps said...: Is it Advent yet?!?! These pictures just put me in the spirit.; Mon Sep 28, 09:27:00 AM PDT
Kristen said...: I love the tree in the middle on the second row. The reds and golds are such perfect Christmas colors. Beautiful!; Mon Sep 28, 09:34:00 AM PDT
Mammy said...: SIXTY WREATHS? In ONE day?! I can't believe that! It would take me all day just to do one--and it would look pretty pitiful next to one of your's. Lordy, I wish you were my neighbor. I would offer to do all your holiday baking just to get you to tie my bows! You've got talent, girlfriend! Love your pretty creations. Carry on....and don't forget to enjoy a bubble bath occasionally. Life's too short.....; Mon Sep 28, 09:51:00 AM PDT
Heart2Heart said...: Teresa,

I love the elf tree at the very beginning. These are such wonders it doesn't surprise me why people would want you to decorate their homes. You are amazing.

Love and Hugs ~ Kat; Mon Sep 28, 10:53:00 AM PDT
Bernie said...: Thanks for stopping by my blog. I love your blog and I go all out for Christmas so this is exciting.

Your work is beautiful.

Warmly,

Bernie; Mon Sep 28, 10:53:00 AM PDT
Anonymous said...: Oh my word! I LOVE your pictures...and your work!!! Please enter me in the drawing. WHat a fun sight and thank you so much for sharing with us readers.; Mon Sep 28, 11:51:00 AM PDT
The Taffs said...: Thanks for the comment! I love the Christmas blog! I hope to win!!! : ); Mon Sep 28, 04:42:00 PM PDT
ocean mommy said...: WOW!!! You are making me want to have my husband pull down all our Christmas tubs and get busy!!

Looks great!
Hugs
steph.; Mon Sep 28, 05:44:00 PM PDT
Roeshel said...: Teresa! I love Christmas! You're one talented lady. Those are gorgeous! Thanks for stopping by my other blog (Evangeline's Vine) to let me know about your giveaway. What fun! Please count me in! :)

Roeshel; Mon Sep 28, 06:44:00 PM PDT
Alisha Harris said...: OH my gosh your trees are absolutley GORGIOUS!! I can't wait to get some good ideas for Christmas which is right around the corner!...just wanted to leave a comment for the drawing! I hope I win!! :); Mon Sep 28, 07:19:00 PM PDT
Queen Diva said...: Oh, my goodness, everything is STUNNING! I have no talent whatsoever in prettying anything up. You are amazing!! (I'm so jealous :) ); Mon Sep 28, 07:57:00 PM PDT
OUR WILD ZOO! said...: CHRISTMAS!!! A blog after my own heart =) Gorgeous, love your site!; Mon Sep 28, 08:34:00 PM PDT
Lissete said...: Lovely! I really need to lean how to make big, perfect bows!; Mon Sep 28, 09:04:00 PM PDT
Lauren said...: AHH!! Its already fall! I stumbled across your blog and am happy I did as I love your work!; Mon Sep 28, 09:34:00 PM PDT
Megan said...: Beautiful!! I just love it all!! Can't wait until Christmas!; Mon Sep 28, 09:41:00 PM PDT
Banksy said...: Really colourful & Christmassy blog here Teresa, will be a pleasure to follow!

http://countdown-to-christmas.blogspot.com/; Mon Sep 28, 10:56:00 PM PDT
Holly said...: I love the colorful and full trees. You've definitely have given me ideas for my own tree.; Tue Sep 29, 03:48:00 AM PDT
Raising Z and Lil C said...: They are all just beautiful :) I will be back here a lot over the next few months! Thanks for stopping by my blog.; Tue Sep 29, 04:23:00 AM PDT
Bekkah said...: thanks for stopping by my blog! your decorations are so detailed! my mom used to make fabric christmas wreaths when she stayed at home with us :]; Tue Sep 29, 05:04:00 AM PDT
Brandy said...: O-M-G! These babies are
B-ueat-i-FUL! Literally-FuLL! That's my favorite part! No wimpy wreaths, trees, etc for you! You are my kinda of girl!

Love them! Count me in please!

Loving Blakely; Tue Sep 29, 05:38:00 AM PDT
MamaHam said...: Love your blogs...thanks for stopping by my blog. I would love to win one of your beautiful ornaments!

PS - your Grandkids are beautiful!; Tue Sep 29, 05:43:00 AM PDT
Its So Very Cheri said...: Thanks for your sweet comments. I love your blog and this post. My b'day is right on Christmas Day.
Cheri; Tue Sep 29, 05:51:00 AM PDT
kristin said...: Very nice! I need to suggest this blog to my mom. She is crafty like this and has 2 trees in her house along with her banister covered. She does wreaths for me and my sisters. Maybe she could earn some "extra" cash this way...hmmmm....interesting! Hope you have a fabulous day and glad you are feeling better.

Kristin; Tue Sep 29, 06:28:00 AM PDT
Kari said...: Oh, I love Christmas, and this totally gets me in the mood! =); Tue Sep 29, 07:35:00 AM PDT
Holly said...: Oh my goodness....I am speechless at your talent. When I am stressed at my desk job I jump over here for relief. What a calming effect. THANK YOU!!; Tue Sep 29, 08:01:00 AM PDT
Joyce said...: Oh I need a big box of ornaments....new house this year and we're adding a tree : )

Glad you are feeling better...your grandson is adorable!; Tue Sep 29, 08:02:00 AM PDT
Courtney said...: Absolutly beautiful! i am hoping i will absorb as much as i can from you before i put up my decor for this year.; Tue Sep 29, 08:05:00 AM PDT
Farming On Faith said...: Oh please count me in!
YOU have a wonderful day!
Carrie~; Wed Sep 30, 05:22:00 AM PDT
ethelmaepotter! said...: LOVE the snowman tree, and I believe I could actually do one very similar - I bought literally MILES of that red polka-dotted ribbon last year at Hobby Lobby, marked down 90%!
Hoping your entire household is over the crud!; Wed Sep 30, 06:32:00 AM PDT
Sheila said...: oh my!!! Thank you so much for visitng my blog! I absolutely LOVE all your work! BEAUTIFUL!! You are getting me in the spirit!
And I DO need to win your Giant Ornament Giveaway!!!; Wed Sep 30, 07:20:00 AM PDT
Moore Minutes said...: What a fun blog!! I've never heard of a Christmas blog before and I love it. :) I found you on my giveaway post...so glad we ran into each other. I'm excited about your giveaway too.; Wed Sep 30, 11:30:00 AM PDT
Teresa @ ♥ Too Many Heartbeats ♥ said...: Oh, I LOVE your blog and I LOVE Christmas! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog on Saturday. I'm so glad you did. I will definitely be back when I'm feeling a little stronger.

Blessings,

Teresa <><

http://toomanyheartbeats.blogspot.com; Wed Sep 30, 11:32:00 AM PDT
Tiffany said...: WOW, is all I can say! I LOVE Christmas it's my favorite time of the year, and you have done so many amazing things. I'll be checking back with your blog for some ideas on this Christmas seasons. The trees are just amazing!!! I love decorating our tree, I get so giddy when that time comes!; Wed Sep 30, 11:42:00 AM PDT
West Side of Straight said...: What a great business to have and to decorate for others - so fun. but work, I'm sure. We just passed thru your fine city on way too New Iberia to see new grand daughter! You are being added to my favorites. Thanks for the great pictures! Love this song too.; Wed Sep 30, 06:01:00 PM PDT
Heidi said...: Wow. Looks good enough to eat, kind of like Christmas ribbon candy.
Pretty.; Sat Oct 03, 07:22:00 AM PDT
Susan said...: Oh my, these are the most gorgeous trees and wreaths EVER!!

You are so talented.

I found your blog from Tonya's.

I'm from La too!

So nice to meet you♥; Mon Oct 05, 06:50:00 PM PDT