Christmas Festivals

Last weekend Hy and I were looking for a holiday pick me up, and so we headed to downtown Portland and went to the Christmas Festival. There were so many beautifully decorated trees, and since we have decided not have a tree this year *, we lived vicariously.

* Why are we not having a tree, when we usually have an 8 footer? Well because lots of exciting things are coming up and it is one less thing to worry about! More on that as things progress! But so far... it's a secret.



So back to the festivities.




It was held in the convention center, and it was decorated very prettily.



The main reason we went was to look at the gingerbead houses, one of which was from the Dessert Tray!







There were some truely gaudy trees








Now a tree entirely made out of pendants and baubles might seem gaudy to some, but I'm kind of in love.



Judge me if you wish.


NOw I am not entirely sure what this was all about, but it was there and it was sparkly



There were tons of different trees and if you are into that sort of thing then I suggest clicking each to get all of the details!














Now my favorite tree scene had these beautiful icicles that had an electronic dripping motion.






There was even an entire room with a manequin in a gown...








It was a really fun night and after the festival we went out to dinner in Portland, which was amazing. Either way, spending time with my amazing husband was the best part of my day.