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Thursday, December 15, 2011

La Cage Aux Folles-Lighting the Birdcage





Birdcages are standard issue for romantic decor and do their job just sitting idly by. But there are so many ways of dressing them up.




I've just lit mine from inside and transformed this quiet corner into a fanciful winter palace for the imagination.




The reflected lights suggest the sparkle of a twinkling snow globe.








Soft Christmas music, carefully chosen. A scented candle. Twinkle lights. Dreamy. . . . The music is the element which finally sends a thrilling Christmas chill up my spine, and I've got that fleeting magic happening for a little while. We should conjur it up at least once in the season no matter what happens, shouldn't we? . . .














I hope you get that music going too! Big weekend ahead!
Enjoy the Season. . . .

Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline




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21 comments:

  1. Custom ComfortsDecember 15, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    So very pretty and full of atmosphere. Right now I have a hutch sitting in the middle of my living room, but as soon as I'm done painting it, I'm going to create a little Christmas atmosphere of my own. You've inspired me as usual.
    Cindy

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  2. Bella's Rose CottageDecember 15, 2011 at 4:25 PM

    Hi J,
    Lovin' all the sparkle!! The birdcage is delighful!! It inspires me to light mine but, I have no more lights, haha!! Dreamy snow meets the sea snowglobe, I love the magic in the details!
    Have an amazing weekend!
    Hugs,
    B

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  3. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    Your decor is so rich, warm & elegant, Jacqueline. So love the bird cage.

    Merry Christmas
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  4. Olga PoltavaDecember 15, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Beautiful decorations! I love your Christmas tree and bird cage. Your created such romantic and inviting holiday atmosphere.
    Happy Holidays!

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  5. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    So lovely. The white lights really set the scene. Romantic, elegant.

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  6. AnonymousDecember 15, 2011 at 5:06 PM

    Love, love, love the white pot holding the Christmas tree and the white lights!! Good Job!....I've got to post this on Pinterest wall....Mel's Designs...

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  7. ChiPPy-SHaBByDecember 15, 2011 at 5:07 PM

    Sweet... Soothing... LoVe your "lit" BirdCage!*!*!
    Jeanine Burkhardt

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  8. Debra@CommonGroundDecember 15, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    oooh, it's just magical! wonderful photos J! xoxo

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  9. TracyDecember 15, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    I so love your birdcage lit up! Now I want to climb on top of my china cabinet and put fairy lights in mine!

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  10. JenDecember 15, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Very pretty--I'm going to try the lights in the birdcage. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  11. Brenda PruittDecember 15, 2011 at 7:08 PM

    So very gorgeous! Love the way the light reflects.
    Brenda

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  12. Ivy and ElephantsDecember 15, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    When I saw that birdcage I speed clicked over! I love them and yours is fabulous as always.We'd love to have you link up and share with us at "What's It Wednesday". Hope you can make it.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  13. Faded CharmDecember 15, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    So dreamy!!! Don't you just love how the birdcages look when you put lights in them?

    Happy Holidays!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  14. UnknownDecember 15, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    He llegado a tu blog por casualidad y me ha encantado.
    Que decoración navideña tan calida y bonita, es encantadora.
    Desde España, un saludo.
    Paloma.

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  15. AnneDecember 16, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Lovely! everything looks so beautiful together.

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  16. Cottage and BroomeDecember 18, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Love the lit birdcage, the perfect new "lamp". Have a wonderful holiday season, Laura

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  17. VeronicaDecember 19, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    Love the romatic look of the birdcage lighting and your decor. It's de lovely!

    Veronica
    Tassels Twigs and Tastebuds

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  18. FABBY'S LIVINGDecember 19, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    The lighted birdcage is fabulous, such a sparkle throughout your home, it is enchanting. Se magnifique! (spelling?) Wishing you and yours a blessed Christmas.
    FABBY

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  19. Honey at 2805December 20, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    This is stunning, Jacqueline! What beautiful lighting and atmosphere!

    Thank you for linking to Potpourri Friday! May you have a Merry Christmas and the Happiest of Holidays!

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  20. Christina at I Gotta Create!December 21, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Magical! Once again you've helped me slow down and tap into that tranquil, spacious and warm feeling. Such a pleasure at this hectic time of year. Thank you!!! Happy holidays <3

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  21. mickyJanuary 10, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    I love white decorations, is so beautiful. I am glad you started your collection in white. Thank you for sharing.

    Micky

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