Sunday, November 27, 2011

The sparkle of mercury glass

Several years ago, I fell in love with the look of mercury glass. I love to decorate with it all year round, but at Christmastime, it's especially fun.

I spent the whole of Friday decorating for Christmas and decided to group all my mercury glass together.


There's just something about it grouped and sitting atop my blue vintage dresser.


Here's an interesting story. Both of my sisters were helping me decorate on Friday. As we gathered my mercury glass, we found I was lacking one piece to make it look complete.

No problem, we thought. We'll all go shopping and find something to add to this.

About an hour later, the mail came. With the mail, was a package from Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage. I had won her giveaway.

What did I win?

Well, a very sweet angel made of mercury glass! Can you believe it? Not only was Shannon's giveaway perfect, but apparently she has perfect timing as well!


Pretty cute, huh?


Do you think maybe I should raise her up a little?

Anyway, can I just say if you haven't checked out Shannon's blog, Fox Hollow Cottage yet, you won't be disappointed when you do. Shannon decorates beautifully and she has a lively personality you'll enjoy.

OK, I'll be back to share more of my Christmas decor with you soon.

Linking to:

Tabletop Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

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29 comments:

  1. UnknownNovember 27, 2011 at 9:00:00 PM EST

    OH Gina, I love this Mercury glass is one of my favorite.. for any time of the year

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  2. LynneNovember 27, 2011 at 9:16:00 PM EST

    Your display is beautiful. The angel is perfect in her place.

    I checked out Shannon's blog. She is from the PacNWest as well. Very nice. Thanks for introducing her.
    ~Lynne
    [w/L]

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  3. DebbiedoosNovember 27, 2011 at 9:16:00 PM EST

    Gorgeous Gina, I love your antique table too. Just lovely and ever so sparkly. I love Shannon's blog too, she is a sweety!

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  4. ℳartina @ Northern NestingNovember 27, 2011 at 9:17:00 PM EST

    WOW Gina that looks beautiful! I LOVE that chest too! Martina

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  5. sweet violetsNovember 28, 2011 at 12:24:00 AM EST

    Beautiful display Gina....love the blue chest, lace curtains and the glass....the angel is perfect like she is!!! You could always put her on a bed of tinsel.....hugs...cleo

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  6. LeslieNovember 28, 2011 at 6:29:00 AM EST

    I had no idea of what that was called ~ but I love it!!!! Great display.

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  7. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsNovember 28, 2011 at 8:04:00 AM EST

    All of your mercury glass pieces are gorgeous, and the angel is a great addition. I'm off to check out her blog.

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  8. Something Nice and PrettyNovember 28, 2011 at 9:40:00 AM EST

    I love the mercury glass on the blue dresser, very pretty and eye catching!
    I'll have to stop by Shannon's blog!
    Have a great day!
    Rondell

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  9. Tablescapes By DianeNovember 28, 2011 at 10:29:00 AM EST

    Hi lovely lady.
    Your display of the Mercury glass is Gorgeous. I love the way you have put it all together on your antique table.
    I would like to thank you so much for your sweet comments on my Christmas Tablescape, hope you have a great week sweet lady.
    XXOO Diane

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  10. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRNovember 28, 2011 at 11:19:00 AM EST

    Gina, talk about perfect timing!! Your mercury glass looks great! I love Shannon's blog, as well! She is so much fun! Thanks for sharing; and have a great day!

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  11. Honey at 2805November 28, 2011 at 11:57:00 AM EST

    You mercury glass collection is beautiful! Nice win too!

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  12. DebbyNovember 28, 2011 at 1:01:00 PM EST

    Love your collection and love where you have placed it. That angel is beautiful. What great timing. One of those "moments" that make you wonder.

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  13. Dreaming of VintageNovember 28, 2011 at 1:09:00 PM EST

    I just love mercury glass! You have a beautiful display!

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  14. DianeNovember 28, 2011 at 6:26:00 PM EST

    OMGosh, I ♥ your mercury glass. Beautiful collection Ÿ

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  15. DawnaNovember 28, 2011 at 7:21:00 PM EST

    How very pretty ! And what great timing for some good ole snail mail to arrive at your door! I hope you had a great Thanksgiving last week. :)

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  16. VictoriaNovember 28, 2011 at 9:11:00 PM EST

    Awwww Gina, your little angel is perfect for your display! It looks gorgeous, I love your dresser too:)

    BTW, you've never forgotten my name:) But I should've added my signature a long time ago, I'm so terrible at figuring those things out!!!

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  17. LeAnnNovember 28, 2011 at 9:28:00 PM EST

    It was definitely meant to be, so glad you won:)

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  18. Donna@anangloinquébecNovember 28, 2011 at 9:40:00 PM EST

    Oh great is that! I don't have any mercury glass but I love it and certainly I love it even more on top of that beautiful vintage dresser! Parfait!

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  19. Tammy@Beatrice BanksNovember 28, 2011 at 9:41:00 PM EST

    Congrats on your win! I love mercury glass too. Your collection is so pretty. Looks perfect sitting on top of the vintage piece.

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  20. UnknownNovember 28, 2011 at 11:30:00 PM EST

    Beautiful!Thanks for sharing Joann

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  21. Ann from On Sutton PlaceNovember 29, 2011 at 12:09:00 PM EST

    Really pretty display. Isn't it amazing how great it works to group like things together? I'll make sure to visit Shannon's blog...lovely giveaway. Sure wish I had my decorating finished. Oh well! I'm sure it will get done.

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  22. AnaNovember 29, 2011 at 6:51:00 PM EST

    It looks beautiful all grouped together Gina. It creates more of an impact. Love mercury glass too although I don't own a single piece...yet...Hopefully my hubby will get my hints this year for Christmas. Hee, hee, hee. Sending you a great big hug.

    Much love,
    ♥Ana

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  23. Ricki TreleavenNovember 29, 2011 at 7:05:00 PM EST

    *nice* Gina! I love mercury glass, too. I saw some gorgeous pieces in Pottery Barn. Proceeds from some of the candles there benefit St. Jude Children's hospital. I did not buy any, but they sure are pretty!

    I love your little angel. She fits right in with your collection!

    xoxoxoxo,
    RJ

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  24. The Polka Dot ClosetNovember 29, 2011 at 8:00:00 PM EST

    Wow, how weird is that an angel sent an angel just when you were looking for one!!! Divine intervention! I think she looks great as she is, I wouldn't raise her, unless you want to LOL!

    Carol

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  25. UnknownNovember 29, 2011 at 9:41:00 PM EST

    I love mercury glass ,I have to admit though that I didn't have a clue what it was before I started blogging , we blog and we learn.lol

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  26. JacquelineNovember 30, 2011 at 12:06:00 AM EST

    I was grouping my mercury glass too. It looks so beautiful on the blue dresser! It is so widely available now. I just love it.

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  27. People Who Know Me Would Say:November 30, 2011 at 6:01:00 AM EST

    Mercury glass is perfection: it sparkles, yet it's warm looking. This is gorgeous! I could swipe a piece or two....you wouldn't notice, would you?

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  28. Shannon FoxDecember 2, 2011 at 11:29:00 PM EST

    Remember when I said I was burried in Xmas decor? I was! That's how I missed this post. I am soooo fired. She looks sweet as can be in her new home. I think she likes you. She couldn't have found a better momma. Merry Christmas G ;)
    Luv Shan

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  29. Courtney ~ French Country CottageDecember 8, 2011 at 12:48:00 PM EST

    Beautiful~ I love mercury glass too! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday!

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