My friend Allyson lives up at Hume Lake and every time I visit her, I notice something new in her home.  She brings the outside in…in such creative ways.  This time I was intrigued by a wood disc she had on her kitchen counter.  Inside was a mini topiary with a bird…such a sweet little display.

The wood disc is what makes it for me.  And when you’re surrounded by trees, why not be creative and use them in your decorating!?  All you need is a guy with a chain saw.  No biggie, right?  I mean for those of you that live in the mountains.  Anyway, she removed the bark and cleaned it well and wah-lah.  A cute round little wood disc to display seasonal goodies.  I love the rustic quality of the the little bird in the nest.  And how cute would this be to serve hor dourves?  I can just picture a wedge of cheese and some grapes under that dome.  So, if you’re lucky enough to live in the woods, slice yourself a piece of wood and get styling!