Don't get me wrong, I LOVE Hobby Lobby and shopping there is a delight, but these videos leave out a few important things. Individuality. And while there is a lot of creativity in these videos, they forget about continuity. Continuity and tradition. Namely YOUR traditions.
I got wrapped up in watching these and got a few things that I could use, but when I thought about changing colors or ornaments? That would be a Big. Fat. NO.
When I started collecting ornaments after those bad years where I lost everything, I chose colors that calmed and soothed and were my very favorites. I chose romantic story book ornaments, things that spoke to me of the dreams I had as a child because God knows, I needed to rethink the world into one I could live in and love. These things that I have collected are familiar but in the best sense of that word. There is nothing wrong with new and I add a couple of ornaments each year, usually showcase ornaments that speak to my heart, but I don't want to change from what I love and who I am.
So here is to all those who feel the need to change everything each season, to purchase more STUFF and to re-create your home and yourself.
I will continue my traditions with creative twists and a few well chosen treasures. Welcome to my world of "Elegant Whimsy".
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