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Thursday, December 4, 2014

Christmas Inspiration

I went to our favorite nursery yesterday with my daughter and granddaughter ~ Grandma’s Garden.  I’ve never been at this time of year so I was curious to see what they have.  Besides real Christmas trees, wreaths, swags and other greenery, they had some decorated trees inside.  I took some pictures for ideas to look to for inspiration in future years. 

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I really love this owl themed tree!  They had so many different owls to choose from.  It could get a bit pricey buying all the materials needed to do this tree as one small owl was $12.99.  So cute, though!  I will have to look for some owls at the after Christmas sales to maybe do one of my smaller trees next year.

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I love the way they did the top on this tree, too.

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I also really liked this smaller nature tree with the birds, birdhouses and owls mixed in.

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Here are some of the other pretty trees they had decorated.

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Some great ideas for decorating urns or birdbaths during the winter season.  Makes me want to get a birdbath just so I can decorate it like this for Winter!

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And they had some small pots pre-done that you could purchase.

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It is always inspiring when I visit this place.  So many great ideas to take away and, of course, if you don’t think you can reproduce it you can always just buy it!  I may have to make another trip back before Christmas (and then after to see if any of those owls are on sale!).

 

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23 comments:

  1. AnonymousDecember 4, 2014 at 7:06 AM

    Hi Kathy! Oh, what a gorgeous display at the nursery!I don't know if I've ever seen decorated quite this pretty! Lots of inspiration.
    Hope you're doing well and you're always a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  2. Sissie's Shabby CottageDecember 4, 2014 at 7:40 AM

    Hi Kathy!
    Isn't it fun looking at beautiful Christmas Trees! I really love the bird bath idea. You've given me an idea for my front porch urns. I don't have a birdbath but I love the idea.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  3. DebbieDecember 4, 2014 at 8:08 AM

    Hi Kathy! Thank you for sharing the decorated trees. I love looking at trees decorated by others so I can get inspiration, too. I especially love the owls. They are adorable!

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  4. Sonny GDecember 4, 2014 at 8:14 AM

    so much beautiful inspiration.

    the wagon and small tree really appeal to me.

    pier one and CVS drug store, has several owls all on sale for 2.99 now, as well as other woodsey animals.

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  5. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsDecember 4, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    What a wonderful place. Those trees are amazing. I pinned the urn photo...I am planning on doing something similar with my urns today.

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeDecember 4, 2014 at 8:47 AM

    Oh wow, everything is so pretty. Tons of inspiration here.

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  7. Ellen, the Bluestocking BelleDecember 4, 2014 at 2:17 PM

    Pretty! I love looking at decorator Christmas trees. Mine will never look like them, though. We have too many kid-made ornaments (including some I made back in the day!), but that's what I love about our own tree. The birdbath decorating is a fabulous idea!

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  8. Celestina MarieDecember 4, 2014 at 2:30 PM

    Hi Kathy, what an amazing place to gather ideas and inspiration. I love it and the variety. I have a few of those woodland ornaments. I love the trees and that urn is fabulous.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Hugs

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  9. KathleenDecember 4, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Great ideas--thank you for sharing. Y

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  10. Doreen@foxdenrdDecember 4, 2014 at 3:56 PM

    This looks a lot like the nursery in the post you just commented on Kathy! They had lots of owls too, and you're right...very pricey to do an entire tree with ornaments that go upwards of $10 each or more. But it's fun to dream :).

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  11. Courtney@Golden Boys and MeDecember 4, 2014 at 4:15 PM

    So much gorgeous inspiration in these pictures. I love the natural trees you shared at the start of the post. Those owls are so sweet!

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  12. CynthiaDecember 4, 2014 at 6:38 PM

    What a wonderful garden center. Love the trees and such inspiration. Thanks for sharing

    Cindy

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  13. JP December 4, 2014 at 6:47 PM

    I get dizzy from all of the incredible inspirations in the stores and on blogs, but I love getting dizzy....like having a few glasses of fine wine!

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  14. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsDecember 4, 2014 at 10:03 PM

    I am sure you got lots of inspiration from that wonderful place!..love the owls too!

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  15. AnonymousDecember 4, 2014 at 10:59 PM

    Kathy , what a great place for Christmas inspiration! I love the Woodlands tree and the urns area fabulous! Thanks for sharing this wonderful place!

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  16. Debra@CommonGroundDecember 5, 2014 at 12:15 AM

    oh what a great spot! Those trees are gorgeous, I'm like you, the owls win. so so cute. Love the idea of the bird bath all decked out, that's something that I've never tried. really pretty!

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  17. Shabby chic SandyDecember 5, 2014 at 4:10 AM

    Garden centers often have the most beautiful trees--I am loving the white one of course :) Thanks for sharing--I don't get out enough makes me feel like I was there!

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  18. farmhouse-storyDecember 5, 2014 at 8:17 AM

    wonderful trip to the garden center, kathy:) love the bird bath idea:)

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  19. Okio B DesignsDecember 5, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    Love that tree decorated with white. This kind of reminds me of Hicks. We're planning to go this weekend b/c they always have a nice display for the kids.

    J

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  20. Lin from A {tiny} Cottage In The WoodsDecember 6, 2014 at 6:43 AM

    The owl tree is so beautiful, Kathy! I love going to nurseries at Christmas. They always have the most beautiful ideas!
    Hugs,
    Lin

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  21. chateau chicDecember 6, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    I love going to garden centers at Christmastime...I could spend a fortune if I wasn't careful. Love the birdbaths with their festive arrangements!
    Mary Alice

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  22. Rosemary@villabarnesDecember 6, 2014 at 6:49 PM

    Lots of fabulous ideas. The tree in the wagon is so cute.

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  23. Tea in the LibraryDecember 8, 2014 at 6:39 PM

    Really enjoyed seeing all of these. Great photos

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I always enjoy reading your comments! Kathy