NEW GREEN THINGS

I received a number of unexpected "green things" this Christmas which have been added to the mantle.There is a little debate about the grass vase which was re-gifted to me by someone who knew I appreciated green more than they did!  I was particularly touched  by the  uprecycled bottle from S.P.

INSPIRATION: KITCHEN SHELF DISPLAYS

SP declared them "the absolutely worst thing I had ever done!" My newly painted kitchen shelves are  home to (a small selection) of my "green" collection. At least for now. 

My assurances to him that I would rotate the things provided little comfort. My inspiration is of course is Trina from A Country Farmhouse. Which BTW is the most peaceful, beautiful blog. Whenever work is too stressful, I quickly check out what the latest happenings are on her farm. She rotates her kitchen shelves by the seasons. Here is her white / pewter display.

I have posted pictures before of various green / blue displays (here). Poor SP - he really does have to put up with alot.

INSPIRATION: ITS NOT EASY BEING GREEN

I am not alone in the world with my collections of green "things". In fact by comparison to some of these homes, I have a long way to go. S.P. has now taken to expressing surprise when things come into the house which aren't green - isn't he funny!  My collection of "green things" below:

And some to aspire to: