This is the mantel in our family room and the crystal-like snowflakes really don't show up in the photos as they do in reality. I love these boys & girls playing in the snow. They are quite large...the center one is about 30"X24" and the others are 12" to 15" tall.
Our mantel is about 7 1/2' long and they fill it up.
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I love their little faces and the details in their clothing.
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These were purchased at a wholesaler's after Christmas sale about 8 years ago. I've never seen any like them before or since. They do require a lot of storage room.♥♥♥♥♥
85 comments:
I can hear the laughter of the sculptures...it is almost as if they are really experiencing the wonderment and joy of the winter season! There are stories to be told from this vignette!
I love the dimensional addition of your snowflakes...Nice touch!
Oh, how precious these are! I've never seen anything like them either. I'm glad I haven't, because I would have rushed to buy them, and I have no more storage space! I'm so glad to get to visit them on your blog though. They are deightful. laurie
Hi BO! They are just darling! CHEERS Michele
Hi Bo! The little children are too sweet. They are really large! What a great collection to have. Deb
Agree...they are too sweet...just like their mommy! :O)
Hi Bo,
Your mantel looks great...I love your little children and the snowflakes. They are really different and so cute!
All of my Christmas decor takes up a lot of room!
This looks great in the pictures - but I bet in real life the look is much better. With their size it would take a large place to display them (plus to store them)
Have a fun day!
That is really cute Bo. I like the idea of the snowflakes falling!
Have a great day...
I wouldn't care if I had to carry them around in the back seat of my car all year long, they are the cutest things I've ever seen! I would LOVE to find some like them...so precious and they look like a million dollars on your mantel..
love, bj
I've never seen those little guys before either, how cute!!! And the snowflakes top it off perfectly Bo!
Buffie :)
Oh Bo, this is beautiful. When I enlarged your mantel everything popped. Including the snowflakes. I adore the figurines and love the glitter. The whole scene is so lovely together. A wonderful find.
Another drawing tonight. I hope you are lucky dear Bo.
Hugs...Jeanne
Oh Bo..They are soooo cute! Debbie
These are absolutely precious;) Love the detail in the faces...French;)
Bo, this are so much FUN! They would make me smile every time I looked at them. So,so neat! I love your big snowflakes, too. This is definitely worth the storage place they need.
I'm coming to your house for Christmas this year! It's so decorated and fun!
XO,
Sheila :-)
Love you mantel Bo. The little people are adorable, and the snowflakes, how pretty!
Deb
Oh Bo, that is stunning, I wish I could drop by just to see them at night. Their faces are so beautiful and playful. You must really enjoy relaxing and just looking at them. Looks like a little village of beautiful kids.
Love Ya,
Chris
Bo your mantel is beautiful! I haven't seen those figurines, before, either. They're wonderful!
what beautiful ways of decorating. thanks for coming to join in the chocolate fun!
Bo, these are exquisite. And, your mantel showcases them beautifully. I believe they were meant to come home with you.
Morning Bo, I second exactly what 'the muse' has said, those children are adorable and the snowflakes addition, is just perfect :) hugs, Kathy.
Hi Bo, They are sooo cool, I've never seen anything like them either. You were so fortunate to find them, but I bet they take up so much storage space... ♥ Diane
I just signed up to follow your blog :) ♥ Hugs!
They are absolutely adorable! I love the way you place them on your mantle with the snow underneath and the snowflakes behind them. I want to go to your house to see all your decorations!!!! lol xoxo
Hi, Bo ...
What precious figurines ... they have such beautiful faces ... and I love the way you've displayed them on your mantel. What a delightful little Christmas vignette!
Hi, Bo. Oh, these little children are the sweetest things! I've never seen anything like these before. I'm sure you got a one of a kind treat! Everything looks good on your mantle!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia :)
THEY ARE SO DELICATE AND PRECIOUS.THEY FIT YOU.I'M GLAD THEY ARE PRETTY MUCH ONE OF A KIND.YOU DESERVE THAT.THEY ARE SO AWESOME...ANN
The little children are perfect for your mantle and the snowflakes just top them off like a little dream!!
Glad I was able to pop in for a quick visit and I love the way you wrapped up your kitchen - so festive!
Have a good one ~
You designed a beautiful Christmas scene. Each figurine is exquisite. The snowflakes are lovely. I love your holiday spirit.
Sweetie
Well Bo I am telling you that is one of the most precious mantle displays I have ever seen... Those little children look so sweet and old fashion... It just makes you smile looking at them... Very Special... I LOVED them one & all... Love YA
(((HUGS)))
Donna
THEY ARE ALL ADORABLE. LOVE HOW YOU DISPLAYED THEM. :)
Beautiful Christmas mantle Bo! Those figures were quite a find--I love the old-fashioned clothes and their expressions. They look like they live in a more simple innocent time.
Hi Bo!! So happy to meet you! I love the whole scene you have set up on your mantle! It's just beautiful! The "snow & snowflakes" make it all the more special! ~ What a creative girl you are to gift wrap your kitchen cabinets like presents! How fun & festive! And can you please send over those Christmas tole trays to my house! I'm needing some of those! ;) I will add you to my blog roll too! Be back soon. ~ Laurie
Those are amazing...I bet your visitors are fascinated by them! I love the combo with the giant snowflakes...what a unique and beautiful mantel display!!!
You have done an outstanding job on your mantle. Those children are pricelss. How lucky you are to have found them and at such a good price to boot! You are right, their faces are so beautiful. Yes! I can see the size of those snowflakes. I know your friends and family love looking at what you have put together.
Oh Bo they are adorable...I have never seen anything like them! What a great scene they make! very unique girl! Thanks for coming by to see the Burlys...psssst..closer...the Burlys don't even know about it! lol lol shhhh....they would skin my hide! lol lol
Hey Honey Bunny Bo! I have missed you!!!! :) I love the children on your mantle!!! :) Very Very Lovely!!!
xoxoxoxoxoxo
Donna Marie
Bo, I see you have Poms. I do too! I have two, both males, and they are orange. If you're interested I wrote a post and have their pictures in it. You can see them http://www.newrinkles.com/index.php/archive/pomeranians-miniature-sled-dogs/. Don't you just love them. Pomeranians have such great personalities. I just don't know what I'd without my pair.
Hi, I really like the way you have decorated your mantel. Very pretty
Those figurines are so sweet and charming...great for holiday decor.
Do stop by my nativity blog to enter the second giveaway:
http://carolanativitygallery.blogspot.com/2008/12/second-holiday-giveaway.html
Carrie
I love the snowflake backdrop idea! I'm doing a village on my mantle...
Hi sweet Bo. Thanks for the visit and yes, praise God for His love!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Hello Bo, Two more days to win something. Thanks for your sweet comment on my post. We did have a lovely time. I have to tell you that my dh just looked at your comment. He said, "Huh! Everyone was mentioned but me." Laughing. I told him if he would just crack a smile everyone would think he is cute too. LOL. He has no idea that I was in the process of commenting on your blog.
Have a happy day.
Hugs...Jeanne
Your mantel looks wonderful! I love those snowflakes & the skating children are just too cute!
just dropped in to have a cup of coffee, a Christmas cookie and a hug from you!
here's my hug to you
((((HUG)))))
WOW !! and double WOW!!! These are incredible.. You are one fortunate lady to have these. They are beauties.. thanks so much for swinging by. You always make my day....hugs ~lynne~
I like the way you think (re: exercising). I knew you were a smart lady. Everytime I see those kids, I find something else I like...the lighted snow, the stars, it goes on & on. Have a great weekend! Tar
Hi Bo! Don't feel bad...I spelled banister with two n's all the way through my post and didn't realize it was wrong until I did spell check just prior to posting it.
:-) No one probably noticed...I didn't! I LOVE your mantel, btw. The figures are delightful! What a find...I've never seen any like that either. So enchanting...the whole display. Ahhhh! Susan
What Darling little children sculptures....I've never seen any like them. You other decorations are really cute too....the Santa with sore feet and the kitchen is Awesome!
Bo, my dh says, "you are my kind of woman." I might have to be more serious that a slap on the side of your head. Smiling BIG!!!
Love ya...Jeanne
How very lovely and as unique as you are!! I'll bet they DO require a lot of storage room, but how truly wonderful to bring them out every year!
I have an award for you! : )
Hi Bo
Oh these are so wonderful! They are so unique and look like Norman Rockwell paintings come alive! You were lucky to find them.
Have a good weekend!
Hugs, Pat
Thanks for the link to my giveaway. You now have four chances to win.
Merry Christmas,
Catherine
Good morning Bo, Every time I visit your mantel children I enjoy them all over again. They are so sweet.
I have boxes all over my house and it doesn't seem like I have made much progress. My tree is still in the garage behind a mountain of boxes. sigh.
Today our church is having a Women's luncheon and we all shared our Christmas dishes etc. and decorated a table. I am going early to take pictures.
The embroidered table cloth is so beautiful. I bought it at a flea market for $10.00. Later I will show all of it on Trash to Treasure Tuesday. Thank you for your sweet comment.
One more day to win my give-a-way. Hope you are lucky Bo.
Christmas cheers...Jeanne
I LOVE those children on your mantle....your whole display is GORGEOUS!! I have never seen anything like them....BEAUTIFUL!!
Good morning Bo! I'm glad you're going to follow along with Stella and her travels this year. We do have a busy weekend planned, so I should have more pictures next week!
Bo..several years back he brought me in a jigsaw and another tool to work with.. Now, I love this man..but sometimes his surprise gifts are just a bit off the charts...lol.. hugs ~lynne~
Bo, your mantle is so cute! I never saw anything like it - you're right! I bet it is just adorable in person. Hope you are having a nice weekend! ~ Robyn
Oh those are just adorable! I've never seen any like those either! What a treasure!
Suzanne
Hope you have a wonderful weekend. :)
Hi there
I just stopped by to see what is going on around blogland. I really like your mantle decorations. Its fabulous with all the figurines. I have never seen anything like that either. They would require a lot of careful packing thats for sure.
Hope all is well.
Have a lovely day
Judi
I love the figures on your mantel.
Just reminds me I need to get moving and get my decorating done!
Becky
Hi Bo!! They are just darling!!!It's a winter wonderland on your mantle!! And thank you for your warm welcome to blog land! You are just the nicest sweetest person! I'm so happy to get a chance to know you! Vanna
Bo...thanks for visiting today!! These are the most beautiful figurines I've ever seen!
~Blessings,
Jan
Hi Bo, LOVE your mantelscape. My Momma has collected little children figurines for as long as I can remember. This reminds me so much of hers, and the smiles that childhood memories bring!
I know you already have this award but I have passed it on to you again today... Come on over and pick it up... Have a great Sunday... Love YA
(((HUGS)))
Donna
Wow !!! What a beautiful collection you have...I bet they look amazing in person.....can I come over and see??? hehehe.....have a wonderful day and happy decorating....
Hugs,
Mo ;-)
Hi Bo :)
Those are really cute! I've never seen anything like them either. I love their little faces :)
Have a wonderful Sunday night!
rue
Hi Bo, I love them! What cute faces they have and I love the snow too!!!!! Nancy
LOL nice song Bo!!! A little sympathy would have been nice hehehe. Actually now I'm gonna have that song stuck in my head all night!
Those children are absolutely wonderful!
Thank you for sharing.
Barbara Jean
Morning, Bo!
Thanks for the visit and I hope you've had a wonderful weekend.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Hi Bo, Thanks for registering for the Christmas Tree frame. Also, thanks for visiting me on RMS, I really appreciate it! Your mantle is so pretty, I love how your put the lights under the snow! Kristen
mornin' Bocefus....how's things?
You must be having a writers block since you haven't posted in a few days...my mind is so overflowing with postings, I can't do them fast enuf.....
hope all is well on the home front...
love, bj
Hello Bo, Thanks for your visit this am. I always look forward to your comments. I am still trying to finish Christmas. Getting there. I was slowed down by an infection for which I am taking antibiotics to alleviate the problem. Sigh. the problem is no energy. All I want to do is nap. Goodnight!
Christmas hugs...Jeanne
I love the little children figurines. They are adorable. The snowflakes are beautiful.
Hugs, Terrie
These are just Darling Bo...I just love them..now you need to come by I have an award for you girl..hugs and smiles Gloria
Bo! I'm so happy to have happened upon your beautiful blog! Your mantle is lovely - and those snow flakes are amazing! What a clever idea! I did my mantle in natural themes this year, using twigs and pheasant feathers. I'd love to know what you think - stop by my blog when you have a chance! I'll definitely be back! Off to read more of your great posts!
Those are so cute! Plus, they look like they're having such fun. :)
I just love the kids, Bo!! The way you displayed them is perfect. Could you leave them up past Christmas?
Hi Bo
I've never seen anything like them. They are really great!
Hugs, Rhondi
Bo, I had to come back and tell you that I made your cobbler recipe again tonight. I think I've made it three times since you posted it - we love it! I used frozen blackberries and it is so good! Yummy, Just wanted you to know how I love it!
Be a sweetie,
shelia ;)
Those are the cutest little children playing in the snow that I have ever seen!! Lucky you to be the owner.
Blessings,
Sher
Wow! Are you the decorater with the mostest!!! I just came across your blog via Chari and love your Christmas Children, snowflakes, those huge presents in your kitchen!!!
Well I am off to read more of your blog!
blessings
mary
Wow,
Am I late Bo! 84 comments shows how much we all appreciate what you bring to the mantle. lol What a lovely, vintage looking vignette. It looks so cozy and welcoming. And that is one long mantle you have. Hope you are well,
Lisa & Alfie
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