Colonial Williamsburg is loaded with charm in every season, but the Christmas holiday and the decorations that come with it take this charm to even greater heights. I love walking up and down the streets checking out all the wreaths, garland and swags. In today's world where faster is perceived as better most of the time, I enjoy soaking in the atmosphere of a time long gone past. A time when things were crafted by hand using the resources indigenous to the area. Creativity abounds in this year's decor. I hope you enjoy my pictures and perhaps next year you might gather up some apples, pine cones, boxwood clippings or whatever else you have at hand and try some creating of your own!
_Laine
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| This was magnificent in person. Even after asking the attendant we were not able to determine all the "ingredients". |
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| A fun twist on the usual fare was found by incorporating playing cards on the coffee house Wreath and windows. |
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| The wreaths are all live, and the local bird population loves them too. Maintenance must remain ongoing during the holidays, as consumed parts and pieces need to be replaced. I especially love apples and pine cones. This is my personal favorite. The bird in the shot was a random bonus! |
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| Wood shavings on the cabinet maker's wreath. |
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| The photo does not do this justice. There were quite a few displays with pomegranates. |
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| Artichoke and apples, boxwood, pine and wheat. Lovely! |
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| The classic welcoming pineapple. |
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| Apples Galore! |
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| This location was the winner for me. Bridles, stirrups, antlers, apples and pine. Really well done! |
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| It is difficult to see but this one has a powder horn and a tomahawk. We saw several uses of pheasant feathers throughout the town. |
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| Very unique. A mushroom! |
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