Grab a hook, select your favorite ornament and let's trim our virtual tree. There's something of interest for almost everyone... many themed ornaments are included. I apologize, in advance, for any fuzzy images, as these photos were snapped on a busy Saturday at Corliss Bros. Garden Center & Nursery ~ not much time to properly compose every shot. Let's get started...
Nautical theme...
Little lighthouses that actually light up! Makes methink of Sam Haddock, Jr, up in Maine...
The Shutterbug on Knights Pond
A troller ~ after all, here in Ipswich,we're pretty close to Gloucester, MA
Perfect ornament for New England!Think those are Maine lobstas?
Continuing with the nautical theme,we turn to the seashore for inspiration.
Diamond-studded starfish vie for yourattention, along with
Shell-encrusted snowflakes.
Appropriately, this ornament heads our lookat work-themed decorations. Now, this reminds me
of Shady Gardener, over at
"Does Everything Grow Better in My Neighbor's Yard?"
For all the carpenters and construction workers...this one's for my neighbor Mike, ace carpenter and
proud owner of a neat little Acer palmatum 'Bloodgood' -
one of my favorite subjects to photograph!
Perfect for an industrious home handyman!
Just the thing for the dedicated gardener, who alsoappreciates floral art and decorative elements. I'm
thinking this might look good on Anna's tree, at
"FlowerGardenGirl"
Miniature Topiary
Is there a Master Gardener in your life?This goes out to Joe in Chelsea, MA ~ Master Gardener,
loyal "Backyard Gardener" radio listener for years.
Thank you, Joe ~ Happy Holidays!
Something for every pet lover! Come to think of it, thatcamel brings to mind another favorite blog about life on
a small farm... llamas and a camel... lots of creatures, plants,
simple pleasures, great photos and writing. Drop by
"The Inadvertent Farmer" when you have a chance.
Yes, Angie... this one's for you! "Good Dog & Bad Cat" - pretty appropriate
after recent discussions at your place, don't you think?
(All this and feather boas!)
You'll find Angie blogging at "Gumbo Writer."
The heart tag reads, "Best Friend."
Hmmm ~ now who do you suppose is gettingone of these? Why, Lucy-Maude, of course!
And although she is the best dog I know,
I selected "Big Dog" to boost her self-esteem.
These little fireflies actually light up. Now, if I were a child,that's one ornament that would stay out all year long!
Always a popular category... birds,like this little cardinal.
Maybe a quail?
Poorly regarded as a garden visitor,but highly regarded as an ornament.
Mistletoe, anyone?
Sports-themed ornaments ~ well,this is New England, after all!
Is it me, or does the man in the moon resemble Santa?
Let's wrap this up with a few jeweled fruits,
a few indoor greens and...
Jill Silva, one of Corliss' talented designers,has transformed a boxwood kissing ball into
a Santa head, complete with white ribbon "beard."
Pretty creative! It sold shortly after this photo was snapped.
The halls are totally decked, the outdoor decorating
is complete and now the tree is trimmed. Come back soon,
and often, right up until Christmas...
we've got to discuss those last-minute gift ideas
for your favorite gardener. See you next time!
Now, if you want to read the follow-up to Lucy's last
post, head over to "Dog's Eye View" for
"Rolling ~ Part the Second."
Text & Photos: ©Deb Lambert 2008
6 comments:
Aww, thanks for thinking of me...even if it was in conjunction with the cat ornaments! :) Seriously, do y'all do mail order? I love love love the lightning bugs in the jar, the moon ornament, and several others. They'd make great Christmas gifts. (Yeah, I know, I'm late. It happens every year.)
So many themes. Where is one to start? Yes, of course those are Maine lobstas!
Angie ~ You're welcome! Couldn't resist the whole cat/dog thing. Sorry, but it's a retail garden center, with no mail order division. However, on the off-chance they could help (I'm off until the 23rd), I'll send you their contact info.
Tina ~ I forgot about the Maine connection, so lobstas it is! And maybe a nice bowl of chowda?
Deb, You are having way too much fun with your header photos (I spotted Orion!)! I've also noticed you have music! WOW! I'm impressed. :-)
I won't ask your garden center for any more favors, but I do love those little birds! I have a stick tree on which I put a new bird from time-to-time. ;-)
Merry Christmas, Deb. It's getting close!!
Shady ~ I am having way too much fun. That pic was taken at 2 AM today, when I was out with Lucy (I had dozed through her 11:00 "last outies.") I figure nobody noticed all the flashes, that time of day. Lucy had her usual uber-patient patient look, while she waited to go back in. Got the best shots, hanging out the rear window.
Did you notice your link, right below the teacher's ornament? You're right - the birds are neat, especially those on nests.
Merry Christmas to you and the family! Be careful with all that ice and snow you've been getting.
Deb, You are the sweetest! Sometimes I really miss teaching because I so love working with children! We don't have to leave for Michigan on Saturday if the weather and/or roads and/or forecast is bad... but I'm praying for good conditions on all counts. It gets to be such a long time between visits. Merry Christmas to you, your mom, Lucy and all her feline friends! ;-)
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