Chinook weather takes me Outdoors

This week we have enjoyed chinook weather and yesterday I was inspired to create to winter pots for outdoor fun.  I just took things from around the house and built up some glittering little pots, Today I am inspired to create some more fairy garden style pots down by the greenhouse so we can enjoy them when we do our dishes or spy on the Henriettas.

I am a little ahead of the December theme but who says I have to stay inside my manmade box? Tis the season to free flow and bring joy, fun and laughter into your Circle. I am enjoying Marilyn Denis’ show this week where the theme is all about getting ready for the season in a variety of ways. One of the things the experts stress is “set a budget” so you don’t overspend. Something they haven’t talked about too much (although some) is repurposing things you already have in the house to create something different; using rarely used bowls, platters and vases for arrangements and votives are great ideas; just be sure that they are fire resistant (as in don’t use too thin of a glass that may crack if a candle is lit inside it. Insure you put some stones or sand in the bottom is also a good tip so they won’t tip over.

Remember to never leave the room with lit candles, keep them away from children and pets. And be sure your plants are safe from pets; poinsettias can be dangerous for cats (although mine have never tried to eat them, thank heavens).

When working with outdoor decorations, be sure your extension cords are working and running along the side of the house so no one trips. They should also be somewhat sheltered due to all the high winds we get in this part of the country.  I am planning on working with a lot of dead branchs, spray painting them and putting unbreakable ornaments on them. Not sure if duct tape will be involved to keep them on the branch!

Energy levels are up this week!