Monday, December 22, 2008

Trash to Treasure: Mecury Glass Candle Holders

I started not to post a Trash to Treasure this week since everyone is so busy with Christmas activities, but I just had to show you all my newest treasures!

Lots of blogging ladies have been using mercury glass candle holders in their Christmas decor. I really liked this look so when I was in Dirt Cheap ( a local salvage store) the other day I ran across these little round mercury glass candle holders! They were only $1.00 each and the orginal tag was 14.99 from Kohl's! I bought 4 of them.

Here's a close up:
I also found the blue tree for 80% off the original price which was pretty cheap. I used a silver tray from an estate sale and some silver goblets turned upside down with a votive on top. It is in my bedroom on the dresser.

So, if you have a treasure you want to link, please link to Mr. Linky!

And, my Christmas tree is one of the finalists in the Tip Junkie tour of trees. You can peek at it and vote for my tree if you want to-just click here.

25 comments:

  1. Terrie's Lil' Piece of SerenityDecember 22, 2008 at 9:01 PM

    Diane, I adore mercury glass. i don't have any. But, I think I'm going to have to find some.
    Merry Christmas!!! Terrie

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  2. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaDecember 22, 2008 at 9:02 PM

    Oh Diane...I just love that tree those colors are just amazing together..and this mercury glass I never seen until visiting blogs ..its like where have I been..clever idea with the votive candles...hugs and smiles Gloria

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  3. The Quintessential MagpieDecember 22, 2008 at 10:19 PM

    Diane, these are wonderful! You did well to find them. Just so neat!

    xo,

    Sheila :-)

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  4. AnonymousDecember 22, 2008 at 10:49 PM

    You're scaring me, Diane. I thought I had already been to see you today - I could have sworn it! But you've posted again. Oh, I'm glad I'm not crazy! I love this!!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  5. Bargain Decorating with LaurieDecember 22, 2008 at 11:44 PM

    Diane, those candle holders and that tree are beautiful! And what a pretty vignette you made with them. Merry Cristmas. laurie

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  6. The MuseDecember 23, 2008 at 12:56 AM

    Simply grand...i love the color combo you utilized!

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  7. DawnDecember 23, 2008 at 5:57 AM

    Oh how pretty!!! I haven't seen any mercury glass candle holders before but I love the look! You are quite the bargain hunter!!!

    take care,
    Dawn

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  8. SmilingSallyDecember 23, 2008 at 6:14 AM

    Diane, Your blue tree is pretty, but you knew I'd say that! Now I'm going to go vote for you.

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  9. BoDecember 23, 2008 at 8:04 AM

    Hi Diane...you are a great bargain hunter/finder/gatherer!
    I'm loving those little trees...
    Merry Christmas, ;-) Bo

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  10. DarleneDecember 23, 2008 at 8:22 AM

    I LOVE those candle holders. I just bought my mom a large Mercury glass tree from Cracker Barrel and two candle holders that match. I LOVE the mercury glass! Yours looks so pretty with those trees....love it!

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  11. AprilDecember 23, 2008 at 10:12 AM

    Wow! I may just have to hop on over to Kohl's today! So pretty, Diane...MERRY CHRISTMAS!!!

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  12. Mad Red HareDecember 23, 2008 at 10:23 AM

    Those are gorgeous and a great bargain. Who could ask for anything more!

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  13. CIELODecember 23, 2008 at 10:40 AM

    I love your little round mercury glass candle holders! Mercury glass is so elegant all season.... Awesome finds!

    Merry Christmas and warm wishes from our house to yours

    cielo

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  14. ShannonDecember 23, 2008 at 1:41 PM

    Merry Christmas!

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  15. nikkicrumpetDecember 23, 2008 at 2:38 PM

    Well that turned out really pretty for such a bargain price. I love the sparkle and shine coming from this vignette! AWESOME.

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  16. AnonymousDecember 23, 2008 at 3:54 PM

    Diane, you are definitely a great shopper. The mercury glass is awesome and I can't believe the cost. I love the vignette with the blue Christmas bulb trees. Just gorgeous. You have my vote already for your feathery tree. Lovely. I enjoyed all of the entries. The camera sure doesn't do a Christmas tree justice. Your close ups really reveal the beauty of your tree.

    Christmas love...Jeanne

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  17. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaDecember 23, 2008 at 4:13 PM

    Hi Diane, Beautiful candleholders, and I just love that blue tree! What wonderful finds and great bargains!

    Wishing you and your family a Merry and Blessed Christmas! ~hugs, Rhonda :)

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  18. UnknownDecember 23, 2008 at 5:54 PM

    I really really REALLY love those blue trees! How gorgeous! Way to go getting that great deal! Beautiful candleholders!

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  19. Femin SusanDecember 23, 2008 at 6:45 PM

    Hello……. !
    Very cute all these pictures... Great…….
    You are welcome to my blog…….
    Wishing you "A Merry X'Mas and A Happy New Year''

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  20. ShaunaDecember 23, 2008 at 7:05 PM

    Hope you have a blessed and very Merry Christmas! L♥ve and Hugs :) Shauna

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  21. Jules from "The Roost"December 23, 2008 at 8:31 PM

    Very pretty! Merry Christmas :)

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  22. TardevilDecember 23, 2008 at 11:15 PM

    Love the blue trees...the candle holders are pretty too, but I can't stop looking at those trees!

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  23. artis1111December 24, 2008 at 1:38 AM

    Love the trees too. Good idea with the candles. Kathy

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  24. AnonymousDecember 24, 2008 at 4:59 AM

    Merry Christmas Diane! This is a gorgeous vignette! I'm know loving this mercury glass thing!!!lol See you after the holidays! Sincerely, Jeannette

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  25. Laura @ the shorehouse.December 26, 2008 at 12:19 AM

    I am in awe of your one dollar candle holders!! (in awe, and a wee bit jealous. ;-) What a great thrifty purchase. And I'm in love with the name of the store...Dirt Cheap. Ha!

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Diane