"I've got a new madness! I'm running wild for shells. The beauty of shells are as infinite as flowers." - Mary Delany, 18th century shell artist


Welcome to the 1st Annual Making Christmas a Merrier


 Holiday One Ornament at A Time Linky Party!


I am thrilled to get this party started!!

I always liked show & tell days at school.  I was one of the nerdy kids that brought in all my treasures to show off to the class.  I started a tradition  with the Hubbs when we were newly married 30 years ago and had our first tree.  I buy a "couple" ornament for us but some years later I started buying or making a seashell ornament for me. Well now,  I've been around awhile so I have a few keepsakes to share and I know you do too.


To join the party -  it's very simple.

* just copy/paste the web address of the specific blog post or your blog home page.
* add a title of the project in the appropriate box.
* choose the best picture so I can easily see what you have to share.
(it will give you an opportunity to choose a picture when you are linking up)

I also ask that you link back to me in your post!

that way more people can come and join the party!!

 So link up.  Have fun.  Visit some of the other posts and tell them you found them at The Essential Beachcomber!


The Christmas joy is spreading! I am linking up with Doberman's by the Sea's Bavarian Christmas Linky Party. 





Comments

  1. iLoveShellingNovember 27, 2010 at 3:18 PM

    Thank you so much for getting this ornament post to share ideas! .....but Ahem... where is yours?? LOL

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  2. Simone @ Doberman's by the SeaNovember 27, 2010 at 8:27 PM

    Great idea. I will join you soon. We are haveing a coastal theme this year. The Bavarian Christmas linky party is now open-won’t you come and join us at http://dobermans-by-the-sea.blogspot.com/2010/11/1st-christmas-linky-party-at-dobermans.html

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  3. Drawn to The SeaNovember 27, 2010 at 9:08 PM

    What fun! I'm not even started on the holidays yet, but I'll share when I do :-)

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  4. Drawn to The SeaNovember 27, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    (get started that is)

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  5. Leo November 27, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    Thanks Karen for setting this up. I loved making the ornaments. You got me inspired to get them done!!!

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  6. By The SeashoreNovember 28, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    Great idea Karen! Thanks for inviting me!

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  7. rjerdeeNovember 28, 2010 at 7:29 AM

    thanks, Karen, for hosting this party...I've always wanted to do something "linky" and didn't know how. this is the perfect opportunity and you made it so easy!!!

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  8. Gypsea NurseNovember 28, 2010 at 2:56 PM

    As soon as I start.. may I join in!!! I am in love with this!!
    Thanks!
    Cricket

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