Hanging on to Christmas

Of course, Christmas is our favorite season.  For years we've hung up artificial green garland, but all of a sudden, it seemed so 1980's and the hassle of putting it up was more work than it was worth.  So... this year we had a brainstorm to wire real branches together, wrap with copper wire/tiny LED lights, and adorn with vintage bulbs. 

We put it along our 15' living room window as well as the kitchen window.  Next year it will shine brightly on the fireplace as well.  

This photo does not do the effect justice.  It's a whimsical way to chase the winter darkness away.  We won't be taking it down too soon.  We could take the bulbs down and put up pretty little snowflakes, but for now, it's just fine.