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Pink Saturday

December 12, 2009 at 1:05 am by Claudia


Time for another Pink Saturday! Our hostess, Beverly, has asked us to speak about our favorite holiday decorations this week. I have a lot of vintage ornaments that I love, but my favorite ornaments are these rather new bottlebrush ornaments. Heidi carries them in her shop and I’ve bought about 8 or 9 of them over the past 3 years. They are big – about 6 inches across – and really have an impact on the tree. Plus, they are just wonderfully old-fashioned, which I love.

Who knows? I may buy some more this year!
In keeping with Pink Saturday, I also want to show one of my favorite vintage ornaments:

I am helping out at my friend’s shop today, so I will be away part of the day. I will be sure to visit everyone over the weekend.

Please stop by How Sweet the Sound to see a list of everyone participating.

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  1. caren says

    December 12, 2009 at 2:17 am

    I can see why the bottle brush ornaments are your favorite…..they are beautiful! I love the way you have displayed them. Happy Pink Saturday!

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  2. stefanie says

    December 12, 2009 at 2:30 am

    oh, I love that vintage pink ornament!!! I bet your tree is gorgeous with those bottle brush ornie.

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  3. The Quintessential Magpie says

    December 12, 2009 at 2:52 am

    I love these, Claudia! They are so pretty. I, too, can see why they are all favorites of yours.

    Happy Pink Saturday…

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  4. Jennifer says

    December 12, 2009 at 6:38 am

    Happy Pink Saturday!Claudia,I just love those bottle brush ornaments.I had never seen them before.Your vintage pink orn is wonderful.Hugs,Jennifer

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  5. Martha says

    December 12, 2009 at 8:48 am

    Love the vintage ornament. The bottle brush ornaments are unusual but have a great vintage feel!

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  6. Linda says

    December 12, 2009 at 8:52 am

    Beautiful ornaments Claudia! The bottle brush trees and ornaments are really HOT right now and that makes me HAPPY:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  7. KarenHarveyCox says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:10 am

    Dear Claudia,
    I never knew that was called bottle brush. I love Vintage ornaments and these are beautiful. Your pink ornament is lovely, so perfectly Pink Saturday.

    Happy Pink Saturday,

    Karen

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  8. Jenny S says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:12 am

    Beautiful! I have so many bottle brush trees, I may have to try and make that star!!

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  9. Marsha (Sassy Mini Dolls) says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:24 am

    Beautiful, Claudia! I am now obsessed with bottle brush ornaments as well!!

    Hope you’re having fun today helping your friend at the store!

    Happy Pink Saturday!

    Hugs,
    Marsha

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  10. Connie says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:34 am

    Beautiful and they truly complement your decor at the little cottage, honey.
    xoxo,
    Connie

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  11. Betzie says

    December 12, 2009 at 10:40 am

    Hi Claudia,
    What neat ornaments!!! I hadn’t seen those before. Thanks for sharing and have a great day!

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  12. Sandi@ My Yellow Door says

    December 12, 2009 at 10:43 am

    Wonderful bottle brush ornaments, Claudia! I can understand why you love them; so do I! Your pink ornie is lovely too. Thank you for sharing and have yourself a lovely Pink Saturday weekend.

    Christmas blessings,
    Sandi

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  13. Zuzu says

    December 12, 2009 at 10:49 am

    Happy Saturday, Claudia! :)

    I LOVE the bottle brush ornaments! The star one sent a smile spreading across my face! And the little pink vintage ornament is like the family ones I have, which I hope to share soon.

    Have fun today @ your friend’s shop!
    Zuzu

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  14. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the bottle brush ornaments. Anything bottle brush this time of the year is gorgeous. I can see why you picked them up, I would have done the same thing..lol Have fun working today..hugs ~lynne~

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  15. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the bottle brush ornaments. Anything bottle brush this time of the year is gorgeous. I can see why you picked them up, I would have done the same thing..lol Have fun working today..hugs ~lynne~

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  16. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the bottle brush ornaments. Anything bottle brush this time of the year is gorgeous. I can see why you picked them up, I would have done the same thing..lol Have fun working today..hugs ~lynne~

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  17. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the bottle brush ornaments. Anything bottle brush this time of the year is gorgeous. I can see why you picked them up, I would have done the same thing..lol Have fun working today..hugs ~lynne~

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  18. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the bottle brush ornaments. Anything bottle brush this time of the year is gorgeous. I can see why you picked them up, I would have done the same thing..lol Have fun working today..hugs ~lynne~

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  19. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart) says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:02 am

    I love the bottle brush ornaments. Anything bottle brush this time of the year is gorgeous. I can see why you picked them up, I would have done the same thing..lol Have fun working today..hugs ~lynne~

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  20. dana says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:30 am

    Hi Claudia! I have never seen that line of bottle brush ornaments….LOVE the snowflakes! I, too, have many of those wonderful vintage glass ornies on the tree in the dining room….which is still waiting to be finished! :)

    I hope you’re having a wonderful Pink Saturday! L, Dana

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  21. Vicki says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:33 am

    Hi, Claudia,
    I love those bottle brush ornaments, too! Also, your pretty vintage ornament looks wonderful on your tree! I love an old fashioned tree with vintage ornaments. Happy Pink Saturday to you! Vicki

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  22. Say It With Roses says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:38 am

    I have never seen bottle brush ornaments like yours….those are unique and wonderful…I love the starfish….love your vintage pink one, too. It makes me think of my grandmothers trees…
    I am sorry you have to live with the same situation in your family with a member that left as my son….I focus on what I do have and that is a lot to be thankful for. Thank you for leaving such a sweet message.
    HPS…Hugs,
    Jil

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  23. Suzie Button says

    December 12, 2009 at 11:47 am

    I don’t know if I’ve seen bottlebrush ornaments before, but I really like them! Happy Pink Saturday! Suzie

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  24. Dru says

    December 12, 2009 at 12:03 pm

    Your pink vintage ornament is so beautiful and the bottlebrush star ia awesome. Have a wonderful holiday season, Merry Christmas, and Happy Pink Saturday Claudia!

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  25. Riet says

    December 12, 2009 at 12:25 pm

    Hi Claudia. I have never seen these ornaments but they sure are lovely. And I love your vintage ornament too. Happy pink Saturday

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  26. LADY JANE'S EMPORIUM says

    December 12, 2009 at 12:34 pm

    Oh for the love of vintage…these snowflakes are wonderful… they bring back memories of some my Noni had so many years ago…what a treasured find! Hope you have “fun” working today…see you soon!

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  27. CC says

    December 12, 2009 at 1:10 pm

    I love all your gorgeous ornaments. How pretty your tree must be. Happy Pinks..have a great weekend.

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  28. Sares says

    December 12, 2009 at 1:16 pm

    How pretty are those ornaments! I’ve never seen them before. Your tree must be gorgeous. The little pink ball is pretty too. Happy Pink Saturday Claudia and have a loveleigh weekend!

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  29. {Bellamere Cottage} says

    December 12, 2009 at 1:17 pm

    Claudia!!!! I want to come and see your house in person…….I always love EVERYTHING about it! Your colors, your pottery and well…..EVERYTHING else too!

    xoxox
    Spencer

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  30. She'sSewPretty says

    December 12, 2009 at 1:46 pm

    I love those ornaments too!! Heidi should have an etsy shop!
    Have a wonderful weekend Claudia!

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  31. MiniMadWoman says

    December 12, 2009 at 2:34 pm

    Claudia, I love all your bottlebrush! It’s gorgeous and the wreaths look lovely hanging in the windows. I love the ornaments too . . . everything is just wonderful!

    Your vintage ornament is so pretty! I’mm really loving vintage ornaments this year . . . they have so much character!

    Thanks for sharing and Happy Pink Saturday!

    Hugs,
    Teresa

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  32. Bunny Rose Cottage says

    December 12, 2009 at 3:26 pm

    Claudia, I love these ornaments too as I am also a sucker for anything bottle brush!! I just love your style and the way you display and put things together. It is always so perfect!
    Have fun today! I love working in shops :)
    Amy

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  33. Country Wings in Phoenix says

    December 12, 2009 at 4:40 pm

    Happy Pink Saturday Claudia…
    Such a beautiful post. Oh my how beuatiful these ornaments are. I love the star and the snowflake. I would have to buy both, as I wouldn’t be able to choose. How every pretty they are.

    Hope you had fun today helping out in your friends shop. Sounds like a lot of fun going on over there.

    Stop by and say hi. I love it when you do sweetie. I want to share my pink post too. Country hugs, Sherry

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  34. GWENDOLYN says

    December 12, 2009 at 5:37 pm

    I love the bottle brush decorations you have. And I love the creamy color. Pink Blessings!
    Gwen

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  35. Cindy says

    December 12, 2009 at 6:12 pm

    Lovin’ the bottlebrush vibe going on everywhere this year….those ornaments are awesome! And the pink vintage ornament is stunning. Yummy!

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  36. Brenda @Cozy Little House says

    December 12, 2009 at 6:54 pm

    Everything is so pretty at your house! Have a great weekend.
    Brenda

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  37. ♥Mimi♥ says

    December 12, 2009 at 8:05 pm

    We don’t need elaborate decorations or a big tree or numerous gifts under a tree. All any of us needs is to carry the spirit of Christmas in our hearts and to share it all year long with everyone we meet.

    Thank you so much for sharing your blog with me today. Yes, I’m crazy about ♥PINK♥ but I’m also devoted to visiting some of the nicest blogs in cyberspace.

    Hoping your weekend is filled with peace.

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  38. My Carolina Kitchen says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:24 pm

    These are fabulous. I’ve never seen bottle brush ornaments, but I can certainly understand why they are your favorites. I’ve got to keep my eye out for some. Happy Pink Saturday.
    Sam

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  39. Dogwood says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:52 pm

    The pink vintage ornament is beautiful. I remember my mom had lots of those and I love them!

    Great bottle brush decorations.

    HoHoHo…

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  40. Shirl says

    December 12, 2009 at 9:56 pm

    Hello, Happy Pink Saturday! Thank you so much for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment. Great post, I love those bottle brush ornaments! Thank you for sharing!
    Christmas Blessings, Shirl
    Shirls Rose Cottage

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  41. Elyse says

    December 12, 2009 at 10:19 pm

    hi claudia!

    (i almost wrote “claud” — does anyone call you that?)

    your ornaments are very pretty + unique + cool = fun!

    xo

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  42. CollectIn Texas Gal says

    December 12, 2009 at 10:59 pm

    I’ve never seen bottle brush ornaments…very vintage and clever! Pretty Pink Ornament as well.

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  43. Tricia says

    December 13, 2009 at 12:41 am

    Isn’t it funny how once you start seeing something – you really see them every where. That’s how it is for me with these bottle brush ornaments. Seems I’m seeing them everywhere. Yours are really nice. Happy Pink Saturday!

    Smiles,
    Tricia

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  44. claudie says

    December 13, 2009 at 2:24 am

    WOW Claudia your a bottle brush crazy woman LOL
    I am too but can’t seem to find any in pink : (
    Your hubby is woohoo cute. I didn’t know he was all those things? Really? Does he have a C.D. out?
    Love all your decorations my friend. There was something else I wanted to comment on, but it’s gone from my head.
    Sorry I’m so late. I witnessed the passing of the Olympic Torch today. My 3rd cousin was running with it. Such an emotional day. Took tons of pictures. It was a clear blue sunny day. I met family that I didn’t even know existed, The torch is on it’s way to B.C. Canada as you might know. i live in Ottawa, Ontario, long way to go if you know where that is : ) which I know you do.
    My day has been full.
    Happy PS
    Love Claudie
    xoxoxoxo

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  45. claudie says

    December 13, 2009 at 2:28 am

    Oh I know what it was….
    I was in Vancouver last week and saw a live “It’s a Wonderful Life” I LOVED IT!! So professional.
    Ok that’s it.
    xoxoxo

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  46. Julia - "Vintage with Laces" says

    December 13, 2009 at 4:23 am

    The bottle brush ornaments are beautiful! I’ve never seen those before.

    Happy Holidays!

    Julia

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  47. Patricia says

    December 13, 2009 at 10:07 pm

    Happy Pink Saturday ! I just love the bottle brush decorations. I found one wreath at Big Lots – I wish they made big bottle brush trees. Your tree is beautiful and I can’t wait to see it decorated. Have a wonderful new week filled with all things Christmas.

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  48. jeanne says

    December 13, 2009 at 11:59 pm

    Hello Claudia, the bottle brush ornaments are vintage looking and so pretty. I like them too. The vintage pink ornament is so beautiful. I have a very strong fondness for anything vintage. The pink Ornament is awesome.

    I think I knew you lived in MI at one time Claudia. Frankenmuth is truly a fun place to visit.

    I am visiting late for Pink Sat. as we were out of town. I enjoyed your post today.
    Hugs, Jeanne

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  49. Mary says

    December 15, 2009 at 1:02 am

    I adore those bottle brush ornaments in that color – where can I find some trees please?

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  50. My Crafty Little Page says

    December 17, 2009 at 2:32 pm

    Those white bottlebrush things are my favorite, too. Gorgeous and your live tree is sooo beautiful. Happy belated Pink Saturday, Claudia. :) Nancy

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