Think of the many ways we use the word “nest” in our
language: When we decide to spend a quiet evening at home and alone with our family, we
say that we are “nesting”. When our children leave home, we refer to “the
empty nest”. When we put money in savings we “feather the nest”. When a
full-term expectant mother does an impulsive house cleaning we say the she is
“nesting” and will deliver soon.
Yes, nest design speaks to our basic emotions, which makes it perfect for a centerpiece in
the home. To create this nest centerpiece, I have gathered a jumble of fresh and dried
materials, mostly leftovers actually: branches of curly willow, golden dogwood, red
dogwood, bear grass, Pele root, bullion wire, barked wire, Spanish moss, bits of yarn and
three bunches of beautiful spring sweet peas. |
