Oh Christmas Tree & a Present

First….never move during Christmas! I have presents packed away in boxes that I have to find. I’ve been squeezing in time here and there to make gifts. I’ve had the intention of coming in from work and sitting down to paint only to realize that I have no clue where my paint brushes are, therefore I had to hold off on getting that present done…not very happy!
So, in the craziness off all of this I managed to get a couple of things accomplished last night after making a trip to the store for more paint brushes. I got the painting done for a present for a family gathering on Saturday. At this particular gathering we draw names, and the person whose name I drew loves wolves…..soooo…

I kept the painting black and white because I didn’t know what type of decor was in the recipients house, so I figured this was bound to match something.  The edges of the canvas are finished so he can hang it as is with no frame, or have it framed.
I was also able to get my Christmas tree up last night. I tried getting some pictures, but pictures of a Christmas tree in a room that is not very well lit kinda suck.

Here is one of it all lit up:

Here are a couple unlit:

I tried snapping one up close so you could really see the fabulous leopard print ribbon! I love it!