It's Gonna Be Awhile...

Last night I started the candy corn garland. If you think you want to tackle this project, proceed with caution cause it will take you several hours, at least. And my poor fingers sure do hurt! It is hard to slowly push that tiny needle through all of the sugary candies and at least 90% of them break in half and must be discarded. I know it's going to be worth it in the end, though, so I am determined to remain positive! Susie Harris is my hero!

I sat down in my chair, got out my needle and thread and went to work. I gave it a little over an hour and this is what I got done. I need at least 3 strands, so I'm going to work on this every night till it's finished.

The casualties. It doesn't look like a lot, but this is more than I actually have strung. My kids are loving all the discards - a sweet treat!

Here's another picture of a fall display in my home. It just so happens, that 3 of the items you see here are thrifty finds. The only thing I bought new is the bittersweet. The big white pumpkin, sterling tray and even the 100 year old library table (that I adore) all came from tag sales. Gotta love it!