Wednesday, February 4, 2009

A Sweet Thought

Wouldn't this little tree look beautiful covered with handcut hearts containing handwritten sentiments of love to and from each member of my family, each handtied with pretty satin ribbon?
YES! It would!
But in a home where the males outrank the females four to one, it's just not going to happen. So this will have to do.***UPDATED to ADD: I found the sweet tree at the thrift store, but you could easily make your own with a branch from the yard, painted white and stuck in an urn with stryofoam or plaster of paris.***
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36 comments:

  1. Small HouseFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    SO CUTE! Love the L-O-V-E on your mantel.
    Sure enjoy stopping by.
    Have a good day.

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  2. StephFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    Your tree looks great!

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  3. AnNicole@Our Suburban CottageFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Very cute! It must be hard being surrounded by all those men. I love your compromise though :).

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    It's so pretty!

    Alas - my cats would have a field day with it...

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  5. KimFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:24 AM

    Aww, that tree is so cute.

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  6. JaneneFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    That is pretty sweet!
    Where did you find a tree like that?

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  7. HollyFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    Joy, I would love to visit your home (theoretically; I'm not inviting myself :) ). It's always decorated so beautifully!

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  8. MichelleFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    adorable, where did you find the tree at (is it from a craft store or the real thing painted?) - I might want to copy the idea and I am the only girl at my house too.

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  9. Inspired KaraFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:57 AM

    I bet if you hung some candy from it they'd get into it!!!!

    Oh wait. Maybe that is already candy :(

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  10. ChristinaFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    This is very cute. I almost picked up an Easter tree at Goodwill the other day. I should have. My daughter would love something like this.

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  11. BarbFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:34 PM

    great find you lucky girl...Barb

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  12. MichelleFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:34 PM

    A family tradition that my Son (now 11) helped me start many years ago when we were snowed in one day. We make hearts for the women in our family. Check out my blog at hartfiel.blogspot.com
    Thank you for your inspiration every day.

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  13. Georgia GirlFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    sIMPLY cUTE jOY!

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  14. Georgia GirlFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    oops...working on a report...forgot the caps were on...

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  15. Shell in your PocketFebruary 4, 2009 at 12:59 PM

    That is just too cute! -sandy toe

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  16. LisaFebruary 4, 2009 at 1:46 PM

    YES, THIS IS LOVE.

    HUGS FROM MAINE.

    http://sophie4me.blogspot.com/

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  17. Bonnie the BossFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:04 PM

    I am out numbered here as well! Help! really cute idea! I bet I could still find the branch I used at thanksgiving!

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  18. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:39 PM

    What a fun tree! I love this idea.

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  19. Olde Tyme MarketplaceFebruary 4, 2009 at 2:55 PM

    The tree was adorable BUT what really caught my eye was the stack of suitcases! What a great idea and it looks fantastic!
    I really enjoy your blog,
    Beth

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  20. Darlene - Our Creative LifeFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:42 PM

    That's a super idea! Either with little heart notes or just red hearts!

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  21. SalmagundiFebruary 4, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    You always have wonderful projects. Thanks for sharing. Sally

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  22. JoannaFebruary 4, 2009 at 4:58 PM

    I just found your blog and love it! I will be back to blog haunt you. *Smiles*

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  23. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:04 PM

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing.

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  24. Lindsay @ MakelyFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:38 PM

    Very cute!

    I know what you mean about being overrun with men...even my dog and cat are "guys."

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  25. UnknownFebruary 4, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    Love it! I would have never thought of a Valentine tree, now I'm going to have to find some branches!

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  26. Amber FilkinsFebruary 4, 2009 at 10:46 PM

    love it! So cute

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  27. AnonymousFebruary 4, 2009 at 11:32 PM

    Love It!
    I also want to add, I found your blog a couple days ago. After devouring every post, I now get giddy when I see your blog in bold in google reader. I have a bout 50 projects to do already... but I was looking for a 'tall' accent piece for my living room. This is PERFECT! Thank you!

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  28. BecaFebruary 5, 2009 at 7:12 AM

    I love that idea. Is that chocolate? I'll bet that tree will be empty next time you turn around.

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  29. DarleneFebruary 5, 2009 at 7:32 AM

    That is such a cute idea! LOVE it!

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  30. Lazy Mom LeslieFebruary 5, 2009 at 8:02 AM

    I just love your suitcases. I know that's not today's topic, but whenever I see them in the background it makes me smile!
    http://www.lazymoms.com

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  31. frillsfluffandtrucksFebruary 5, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    Very sweet little tree!

    ~ Sarah

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  32. Our Paper PlatesFebruary 5, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    Your tree looks super cute! Maybe your boys will surprise you and leave little notes of admiration anyways :)

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  33. AndreaLeighFebruary 5, 2009 at 5:10 PM

    very nice! love the hearts!

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  34. LindaFebruary 5, 2009 at 6:04 PM

    I love your Valentine tree! I made one similar for Halloween...my spooky tree. I did just as you mentioned, picked up some tree branches while on a hike, brought them home and spray painted them, and viola!

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  35. KarenFebruary 5, 2009 at 6:37 PM

    Girl I am soooooo with you having all men but me!!!! Sometimes they'll look at something and go "huh?"
    They just don't get it. Oh well. Granddaughters someday???!!! (Pray for me, and I'll pray for you!)
    :) enjoyed the post. HAGD! Karen

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  36. KatieFebruary 6, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    I love that tree and was just going to ask where you got it but then I see. I want to to the same and decorate each season with one, so cute.

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