Festive Season is upon us and I am keeping things very simple.
Am wearing some sparkly vintage pins.
(Sherman pin ~ close up)
Sherman brooches are a favourite of mine.
The newest one seen here is from our darling daughter.
I popped it on a black boiled wool Eileen Fisher tunic sweater.
Some women avoid black but I gravitate to it for several reasons...
it is easy to wear,
it can be casual, or dressy.
It transitions well to evening...
My basic minimalist wardrobe relies heavily on black basics.
Accessories are the stars in a basic black ensemble.
I prefer pieces with a history...
Vintage jewellery is found in thrift shops, antique malls and online.
The thrill of the hunt excites me.
I found a new Finnish modernist votive holder at the thrift shop...
now I have a pair!
The silver baubles are from my childhood home.
Mom used to put them in a tall vase, I popped them in this silver trophy.
We don't have a lot of decorations...
a simple tree with white fairy lights
I found a pair of Josef Seibel boots
to replace my tired "almost 8 year old" Chelsea Boots.
I will wear these with tights and skirts as well as my jeans.
A classic vintage handmade wreath made by a friend of my MIL.
Made with baubles, pine cones, rhinestone brooches.
I consider us custodians of this wreath...
it is a family "heirloom!"
Mixed Nuts are one of my go to Hostess Gifts.
Here's the recipe...
Mixed Nuts
2 egg whites (at room temperature)
4 cups mixed unsalted nuts:
cashews, almonds, pecans, hazelnuts
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp cayenne pepper or hot paprika
1/2 tsp salt
Preheat oven to 325 degrees
Place egg whites in a large bowl and whisk until frothy.
Stir in nuts ~ mix to coat.
Combine in a small bowl: sugar, and spices
Pour over nut mixture.
Mix well.
Place on a parchment lined sheet pan spread out so they are in a single layer.
Bake 20-25 minutes
stir halfway during the cooking time.
Cool then store in sealed jars.
Wrap in tissue paper add ribbon and a tag.
Ready for gift giving
BTW
They are delicious!!
Thank you for stopping by The Humble Bungalow Blog.
It's a busy time of year, so remember to take some time to stop and breathe,
sip a cuppa and rest.
Wishing you a Very Merry Christmas.
~ Be Well and Be Kind ~
