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Thursday, December 6, 2012

Five Minute Holiday Decorating Idea

 I'm slowly getting my decorating done. I did a little bit of decorating up at the cottage last weekend by using or reusing items I had on hand. This is a super quick decorating idea. I have vintage jars that usually hold coffee beans and seed packets. I simply switched those out for vintage Christmas cards and an ornament. Placed them on a silver tray, added greens and candy canes. Oh yes, I also added a salt shaker that had a red top.



I love the patina of vintage ornaments.





 If you don't have vintage jars or cards you could use clear vases and Christmas cards that you are receiving in the mail. Target also has some great clear jars with silver tops that have a vintage feel to them. 

 I'm almost done with my Christmas tree at home. I can't tell you how much I hate putting those lights on! How are you coming with your decorating? I hope to be done with all the decorating this weekend so I can move on to my baking.


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27 comments:

  1. Michele M./ Finch RestDecember 7, 2012 at 1:23 AM

    Brilliant idea!

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  2. AnnDecember 7, 2012 at 1:45 AM

    Those jars and cards are lovely.
    I still have to put up our tree,
    and I am doing it today... I promise my family that.

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  3. Emilie's daughterDecember 7, 2012 at 2:27 AM

    A lovely idea which I will copy! Christa

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  4. podsoDecember 7, 2012 at 6:13 AM

    I have to say I love it! Great idea, sweet and simple. And I love the salt shaker!

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  5. Vickie @ Ranger 911December 7, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    Who knew a Christmas card in a canning jar could look so festive! Love all the red!

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  6. Julie MarieDecember 7, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Hi Laura... your jars look adorable!... I have alot of my old blue jars and some silver platters... I am going to try it too... thanks for the inspiration... happy decorating to you!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  7. Lynn ProctorDecember 7, 2012 at 12:01 PM

    another winner!!! love love love these :)

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  8. TracyMB @ Crows Feet ChicDecember 7, 2012 at 12:17 PM

    LOVE this! I have to keep my eyes peeled for one of those vintage salt shakers with the red top! The perfect touch! :)

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  9. OliveDecember 7, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Laura, this is a Christmas delight. I bought some vintage Christmas cards. Need to find them.

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  10. AnonymousDecember 7, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    Hi Laura! Oh, I love this idea and you've set up a sweet little vignette. Love the little salt shaker!
    Thanks so much for popping in to see me.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia :)

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  11. Warm Heart BearsDecember 8, 2012 at 11:19 AM

    What a great idea. Love the orange!

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  12. Jenny's HeartDecember 8, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    I LOVE the look!
    Merry Christmas

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  13. Monica @ Happily Playing with DishesDecember 8, 2012 at 3:31 PM

    You are so creative! It goes to show we can decorate with our dishes.
    I'm very slow on decorating. I was happy that all the dishes came out and pretty much had stopped there. I did work on the mantle yesterday. I still need to get stockings for my new fur babies. Maybe we will get one of the trees up today. I dislike putting the lights on it too.

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  14. AnonymousDecember 8, 2012 at 7:06 PM

    Sweet idea, will have to do this, thanks!

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  15. Custom ComfortsDecember 9, 2012 at 1:07 PM

    So simple and so lovely. Just darling.
    Cindy

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  16. MarigeneDecember 10, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    So simple, so festive!

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  17. carol l mckennaDecember 10, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    Great idea for Holiday and so creative ~

    (A Creative Harbor) aka ArtMusedog and Carol ^_^

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  18. Jill HarrisonDecember 10, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    wonderful and simple idea! thanks for sharing...I'm off to find some cards and jars.... cheers!
    Have a wonderful week, I am linking up to you through Mosaic Monday.

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  19. Carlene @ Organized ClutterDecember 10, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    Very cool. Great vignette.

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  20. UnknownDecember 10, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    I love how the card looks inside the glass. Very pretty.

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  21. must love junkDecember 10, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    Those jars are the cutest ever! Great for little gifts!
    Susan

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  22. MaggieDecember 11, 2012 at 6:17 AM

    What a great decorating idea, very clever & original. Fab mosiac!

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  23. LANADecember 11, 2012 at 8:30 AM

    What a clever idea to use cards in vintage jars!

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  24. FABBY'S LIVINGDecember 11, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    I'm loving this vintage jars, they make such a statement. Great hliday vignette!
    FABBY

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  25. DawnDecember 11, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    Love the vintage feel to the look. Just darling. I havent filled any mason jars with Christmas items this year, I may have to do it still. Thanks for linking up to the Cabin this week:)

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  26. Stan and Jody GabaraDecember 12, 2012 at 3:46 PM

    Thanks so much for sharing this creative idea at Simple & Sweet Fridays. I love the vintage jars and that red salt shaker is too cute! Have a wonderful week!

    Jody

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  27. Adventures as a Small Town MomDecember 14, 2012 at 11:30 AM

    What a beautiful display!

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