I knew what I wanted to do with it.
I had seen some projects using tea candles, but I wanted something that would burn a little longer than that. I already had these votive candles and holders, so I decided to use them.
Beautiful for Christmas, too
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That's so clever, it looks fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLulu, you are so nice- thank you! I was very happy with the way it turned out- thanks for coming by! :)
DeleteI love this Joy. So simple but elegant. Pinned
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend.
Hugs,
Wanda Ann @ Memories by the Mile
Thank you, Wanda Ann, and thank you for pinning! :)
DeleteThis is so great! Thanks for sharing how to do this! Pinning!
ReplyDeleteGina, I'm so glad you liked it- it was a fun project! :) Thank you for coming by, and for pinning!
DeleteWow~ this is so pretty! We have all those tools, glass votive holders and votives...have to pin this until I find the right log! ;)
ReplyDeleteOr, if you are very zen, perhaps the right log will find you. ;) In any case, thank you for coming by and for pinning- it really is a fun project. And as creative as you are, I know you will put a wonderful spin on it! :)
DeleteMy sweetie is heading to the woods today to cut firewood, so I am hoping he can find a piece of wood to make this while he is out there! Love it Joy, great idea!
ReplyDeleteOooo, hope he gets you a good one, Kris! I bet he will! We have really enjoyed it. :)
DeleteThis is so cute! I love how it can work for any season. We've got lots of wood around so I'll have to get my hubby to make me one of these :)
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Tammy! It was a fun project. :)
DeleteSuper cute! Thanks for linking up to check me out saturday!
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Thanks, Bobbie- I'm so glad I found Check Me Out Saturday- thank for hosting! :)
DeleteWe just lost a tree. this might be a great way to honor it!
ReplyDeleteAbbe, I love the way you think. It would be a perfect way to honor a cherished friend- which is exactly how I feel about trees. :)
DeleteSo pretty ! I love rustic wood anything! Pin'd! =) Marcy @ day2day SuperMom
ReplyDeleteMarcy, me too! You are so sweet to come by and to pin- thank you! :)
DeleteThis is GORGEOUS! :D
ReplyDeleteI'd love for you to drop by and share this at our Holiday link party if you can: http://www.urbanejane.com/2013/12/holiday-glam-link-party.html
Thank you for sharing this pretty centrepiece! :)
Wonderful rest of the weekend!
Jane, thank you so much for the sweet compliment, and for the invitation! :)
DeleteHi Joy, I love this log that you and your husband made for a centerpiece on the table for the holidays! So pretty. I saw it at life on lakeshore drive. Have a wonderful day tomorrow. Julie
ReplyDeleteJulie, thank you so much- we really enjoyed making it. I love Kathy's Life on Lakeshore Drive- thanks for visiting from her party!
DeleteWhat a great centerpiece!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Ashley! :)
DeleteGreat centerpiece idea...very creative!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jodee- it was a fun project. :)
DeleteGreat ideas think I will try them out, thank you
ReplyDeleteThank you, Fliss, and thanks for coming by! :)
Deletethat is absolutely gorgeous and a wonderful idea. thanks so much for sharing. This looks easy to make and I hope I can talk my husband into trying it if we can find the right log. Visiting for Creative Home & Garden Blog Hop.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Marla- I hope you can find just the right log! Thanks for visiting from the hop- I enjoyed your post about the importance of families having meals together- I couldn't tell if the comment posted or not- hope you're enjoying your weekend! :)
DeleteWow! What a great idea you came up with Joy! It looks oh so beautiful! I like to use a lot of candles at Christmas. Have a wonderful Monday and week.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Judy! I'm sure the idea wasn't original with me, but this was my version. :) Thank you for your sweet comment! I hope you have a wonderful week, too! :)
DeleteHi Joy,
ReplyDeleteLooks like we are the only two that made it through the ice to the Sweet Tea Social today. I just love your centerpiece, I had actually showed to my husband last night and make a craft day plan with him to have a look alike. Hope you are having a cozy weekend and thanks for sharing!
Miz Helen
Miz Helen, I was secretly glad that no one else made it....I didn’t want to share that beautiful cobbler you brought....hehehe! ;)
DeleteHow very lovely! I love the natural rustic look. Thanks for sharing at Home for the Holidays Link Party.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Susan, and thanks for hosting Home for the Holidays! :)
DeleteJoy it is just beautiful! I love that you used votive candles instead of tea lights -- I really like them better but I have to tell you I laughed when I tried to imagine recruiting Grampy to help me with his tools! LOL!
ReplyDeleteLOL! Grampy wouldn't be too excited about that, I guess! :) Thank you for your sweet comment! :)
DeleteThis is beautiful! I have seen similar ones in expensive gift catalogs. I love the way you can change the seasons on yours, and it sure cost you a lot less to make a lovely centerpiece!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Joyce! Yes, the log in the back yard was pretty much free....and most of the effort was expended by my husband. :) I got the fun part of dressing it up. Thank you for coming by- I appreciate your sweet comment!
DeleteAh this is so pretty ...I remember my grandparents had something like this for decorations. My grandma went into the natural sort of stuff in a big way, using logs, branches, berries, driftwood, pine and so forth...I really like this :)
ReplyDeleteThank you, Deb, I like the rustic, natural look, too. :) The red berries were off of a huge monster holly "bush" (tree!) in the side yard. I wish I had thought to add a few pine cones. :)
DeleteBeautiful, Joy! Really lovely!
ReplyDeleteAmber, thank you! I really enjoyed this project and was happy with the way it turned out. Thanks for your sweet comment!
DeleteThis is absolutely gorgeous…what a great idea to use what's in our backyard! Reminds me of how simple life was when I was a child. We always used our resources and came up with beautiful projects. Love also that you used votive cups instead of tea light….they do burn quickly.
ReplyDeleteKay, thank you! I do love scouting around to use found objects, or things I already have on hand. Have you ever made a popcorn or cranberry garland? If you have, please send me any pointers you might have- every year I say I'm going to make one! :)
DeleteNot only are you a fabulous cook, you have an eye for decorating! LOVE the natural elements are brought indoors, and that splash of RED sets it off just right ;-)
ReplyDeleteJoAnn, thank you so much- I get so excited about these outdoorsy rustic things- I'm glad you liked it, too! It was fun to put together and decorate. :)
DeleteThis is a really great idea and the best part is it can be used in several seasons! I love it (might have to get my other half working on something like this!)
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Pam, I really liked the versatility of it, too. It's fun to change the decorations on it. :) Thank you for coming by- I hope you're having a great week!
DeleteBeautiful! Perfect branch for this project, looks so awesome! Thanks for linking up to Snickerdoodle Sunday!
ReplyDeleteThank you- it was a fun project! Thanks for hosting! :)
DeleteThis is just stunning! Shared it on my (blog) Facebook page and am definitely pinning it! Now, I just have to find the perfect log in my back yard! LOL
ReplyDeleteThank you, Mary! I enjoyed my visit to your lovely blog. Thank you so much for coming by, and for sharing and pinning!
DeleteLove this centerpiece! You could change it up so many ways! Definitely pinning this one.
ReplyDeleteOh, thank you, Melinda- I really loved it, too! Thank you for coming by and leaving your sweet comment, and for pinning! :)
DeleteThis is so pretty. I would love to have a centerpiece like this. I hope you'll share this on Thank Goodness It's Thursday at http://www.jordansonion.blogspot.com/2013/12/thank-goodness-its-thursday-blog-party.html - the party is live now
ReplyDeleteThank you, Jordan, and thanks for the invitation! I will come right over! :)
DeleteWhat a beautiful, rustic,natural centerpiece. Love it. Thanks for sharing on From the Farm blog hop. I will share this on FB.
ReplyDeleteJanet, thank you so much. I really enjoy the From the Farm blog hop, and am always happy when I have something that fits it! Thank you for coming by! :)
DeleteBella and so versatile!! Gracias for the idea. Here from the Grand Social Hop; BB2U.
ReplyDeleteThank you, BB! ♥ Wonderful to see you from the Grand Social- thanks for coming by! :)
DeleteHow creative you are! How great to make this centerpiece. I spent a lot of money on a horizontal distressed horizontal candle holder to achieve this look. It looks great but I love the rustic woodland look of the log! Visiting from Freedom Fridays...
ReplyDeleteAnnMarie, thank you- it was so much fun to make. Thank you for coming by from Freedom Fridays- Evelyn and Jamie throw a great party, don't they? :)
DeleteJoy, this is so lovely! Thank you so much for joining us and sharing at Best of the Weekend! Pinning and sharing! Hope you are having a happy and wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Cindy! I appreciate you and the always-delightful Best of the Weekend! ♥ Thank you for all you do. :)
DeleteI love how pretty this looks Joy! I am featuring it as today's Dare to Share Feature of the Day. Thanks so much for linking it up.
ReplyDeleteWow, that's pretty fabulous! I was browsing some good Christmas table decorations to make and came across to your blog. I am so glad I did. these beautiful decorating ideas truly inspire me. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteI have loved this idea & love how yours turned out! Such a pretty rustic candle holder and table setting. Theresa @DearCreatives Happy Tuesday Joy!
ReplyDeleteJoy,
ReplyDeleteThis is the best centerpiece I have seen. You are amazing and talented. I love how this log turned out too.
Blessings,
Diane Roark
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This is beautiful, Joy! I love using natural elements in holiday decor and this is just gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteWOW Joy!! LOVE this - it looks perfect on your table - now I need to go find a log!
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous Joy! I may have to have Thanksgiving here sometime so I can have a centerpiece like this!
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