I save everything. Bottle caps, wine corks, plastic flowers, beads, paperclips, wire...birds from the dollar store...I never know when I'm going to need this stuff. Pack rat? Yes, but I always have junk when I need it!
My grandmother made the nest there in the center and I always loved it. Mine, however, are bird's nests on steroids.

Glittery plastic flowers. Check.
Spray glitter. Check.
Butterflies and Birds. Check.
Hot glue gun. Oh baby. Check.
I'm so inspired by all you crafty people, making such cool things this season. I love visiting you guys and seeing what you're making! So if you're in need of some crafty holiday inspiration yourself try this list. And if you want to sneak away for a moment to recharge that warm & cozy holiday feeling, go here. Liesl's collage of photos makes me want to quit my job and move to rural Montana.
Cheers!