I've Got Wood

Sorry, I couldn't help myself :)

Now that I've got that out of my system, check out this gorgeous piece of driftwood I snagged this week:

I've been re-accessorizing our living room and thought this might make a beautiful addition. I love the texture and it's organic shape, but I also envisioned it as a beautiful centerpiece/table decor that could be easily embellished based on the holiday, party or event. I hit the web for some inspiration and found these great examples:

I also love the impact of a simple red paint job on this one:

I think I'll try my hand at one of these next month when I host a baby shower for one of my oldest friends in the world. Nothing says "happy baby" like a decorative stick!