I’m taking a break in my regularly scheduled wedding recaps to share a recent project with you!
Once the wedding was over, I found myself wondering what to do with all of the “leftovers.” My parents’ house was replete with about 50 centerpiece vases, ceramic birds, and the like. And one of the largest leftovers? My wish tree guest book.
My parents and I had created a beautiful wishing tree out of manzanita branches, spray paint, moss, and a pretty blue ceramic pot. It looked fantastic sitting in the front entryway of Carlouel before our ceremony/reception. See?
But…what to do with it after the wedding is over?
I’ll admit—it sat in my parents’ garage for a few months. However…now that Christmas is right around the corner, Mommy Buttons and I put our heads together to think of a new use for our tree! All it took were a few gold and silver glass balls…
and maybe a few jewel ornaments…
Annnd, voila!
Our little manzanita tree is now on display in my parents’ house for the holidays!
I hope all of you out there in the hive are having a happy holiday season!
Did you find a creative use for some of your leftover wedding items?
My red and burgundy wedding boquets are in my christmas tree.
Oh man, that’s brilliant! We actually have one of those sitting around at my parent’s house too. It’s got fake cherry blossoms all over it, I wonder if we could do the same thing with the same effect?
I love this tree remake! I’ve been leaning towards the real tree idea to replant later, but this is making me reconsider. Are there plans to redecorate the tree for more seasons/holidays?
@Kristen | The Wedding Lens: I’d love to keep decorating it for other holidays! I think we’ll definitely do something for Easter (some eggs hanging on it perhaps?), maybe Halloween (I can see the fake spiderwebs hanging on the branches…)!
Mrs. Buttons, Clearwater, FL Age and Occupation: 24, "Working on it" Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Financial Services Engagement Date: June 13, 2009 Wedding Date: May 2010 Venue: Carlouel Yacht Club About Me: I'm a self proclaimed perfectionist and a professional nomad (seriously, I've lived in TX, WI, MI, FL, NC, and now VA!). I love wine, cooking, curling up with a good book (nerd alert!), spoiling the furbaby, and of course, the wonderful Mr. Buttons! We are planning a lighthearted and whimsical wedding (with a good deal of DIY projects) in Clearwater, Florida, but from a distance of 800 miles away! We are looking forward to sharing our day with our family and friends, and most importantly, starting our lives together as husband and wife!
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