Friday, November 11, 2016

Bottle Brush Trees and the Power of Glitter

It's been a rough week.

Really rough.

Somehow, a shiny glistening forest of white and pink appeared on my work table.

Bottle Brush Trees and the Power of Glitter - Nichola Battilana

I love them. They are pretty and serene... and there are a lot of them!

Bottle Brush Trees and the Power of Glitter - Nichola Battilana

But what's the use in pretty glittery things when all seems bleak?

I think, perhaps, now is when shining is most important.

A glimmer of hope. A smidge of beauty. A spark of something sweet.

Bottle Brush Trees and the Power of Glitter - Nichola Battilana

My dear friends, strive to be glittery. We're tiny, but we can catch the light and reflect it back out onto the world. It's a small thing, but small things are oh, so important.

Bottle Brush Trees and the Power of Glitter - Nichola Battilana

Let us do what glitter does best, be tenacious and hold fast! Shine!

You know as well as I, once you spill a little glitter, you'll never ever be rid of it.

Bottle Brush Trees and the Power of Glitter - Nichola Battilana

Keep sparkling, my sweeties and don't underestimate the power of your twinkle.

I love you dearly.





Retro Bottle Brush Tree Set - Dyeable
I used vintage spools but...
2 Inch Wooden Spools
Medium Spools
1/2 Inch Pale Pink Paper Roses*
Real red rose buds
Laces and other embellishments from Shabby Is Chic Boutique
Vintage buttons
Mirrored stars from the $1 store
GLITTAHHH!