Guest Picks: A Storybook Christmas
— Vanessa from Silly Eagle Books
This sweet garland reminds me of The Three Little Kittens who lost their mittens.
There are countless illustrated books dedicated to this classic song, and I love the idea of having a set of 12 Days of Christmas ornaments.
This pirate ship nutcracker makes me smile.
I especially love the rose petal dress on this pretty princess ornament.
This hand-painted Cinderella's pumpkin carriage ornament is beautiful.
Whimsical red mushrooms add a storybook woodland feel to the tree. These could be used year-round in my house.
These are a fun twist on traditional antlers! The reindeer look like they just leapt out of a storybook and right onto your mantel.
So unique and beautiful, this abstract nativity tells the Christmas story as a work of art. I'd love to have this sitting on my coffee table.
This box of snowflakes makes me happy. I love how they add a natural element to the tree decor. I'd even hang them from my chandelier to add some Christmas cheer to the kitchen.
I love this bleached peacock feather wreath as an alternative to a traditional Christmas wreath.
The pages of your favorite book can literally hang from your tree! I think this would be pretty with pieces of children's books inside too.
I've just discovered the Etsy shop Wild Life Prints, and the artist's work makes me smile every time I see it — and his descriptions make me laugh out loud. This Christmas scene is magical.
I love the colors and the button accents — they're different from those on traditional garlands.
This turquoise, sequined tree skirt reminds me of a mermaid's fin. My daughter would go nuts for this.
I like the round shape of these bulbs, and their satin finish is very soft and pretty.
Instead of wrapping string lights around my front porch, I like the idea of hanging these from the ceiling. They would make the entrance to the house so pretty!
I love the way the skirt falls off the stocking. This is perfect for any little girl.
For little boys, I love this train stocking.
This is one of my family's favorite Christmas books. The artwork is gorgeous, and the magic of Christmas snow never ceases to captivate my preschooler.Next: More holiday decorations
I love the whimsical curves of these Christmas trees. They remind me of the illustrated trees in Dr. Seuss books.
Q