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Old fashioned glass ornaments and garlands can add extra sparkle to your holiday decor
Vintage ornaments have all of a sudden become trendy, so much so that manufacturers such as Shiny-Brite have started rereleasing new versions of their old designs. I must admit I am a bit of a purest and like my old faded versions that had survived the test of time. I display them in tall glass vases or tuck them into found birds nests even during the summer season. My absolute favourite ornaments are glass pinecones from the ’50s or earlier. Most vintage choices are almost paper thin and feather light, making them perfect for hanging on the most delicate of branches. Sometimes you can find ones lightly frosted with snow. You can just dangle a few, create a little cluster, or hang just a single one from a driftwood branch for a real natural coastal feel.
Photographer, stylist and writer Heather Ross contributes on regular basis for publications such as BCLiving, Western Living and Canadian House & Home. She has a background in fine art and design and her paintings have been placed in numerous collections. She runs her own boutique, Heather Ross {natural eclectic}, which features a mix of old and new treasures. Heather loves to bake, garden, travel and explore the natural world.