Great Finds - Chinoiserie Nutcrackers

Southern Living Sweet Christmas Collection Floral Ceramic Nutcracker

These are my favorite holiday finds by far. The pink and green nutcrackers above look inspired by chinoiserie Rose Medallion and the nutcrackers below by blue and white Chinese porcelain. They are ceramic and hand-painted and available in 2 sizes.

Beachy Nutcrackers

Tommy Bahama Nutcracker Ornaments

Tommy Bahama's Holiday collection launched yesterday and at the top of my list is this set of nutcracker ornaments.

Oh Dear/Deer

Martha Stewart Deer Stag Decor

 

These Martha Stewart deer nutcrackers are quite fabulous. They are selling out and being resold for huge markups. A pair would be wonderful on a sideboard or fireplace mantel. They are 2 feet tall. 

Have you noticed that nutcrackers are often seen in pairs? 

Nutcrackers are usually shown in pairs mainly for visual symmetry and decorative balance, as well as their traditional role as guardians. Traditionally, German folklore viewed nutcrackers as household protectors and sentinels meant to guard a home and ward off evil spirits. Stationing two soldiers or guards—one on each side—creates the realistic impression of a double-guard or sentry post flanking a threshold.

Blue and White Nutcrackers

Southern Living Meet Me Under the Mistletoe Nutcrackers

 

There is already serious buzz about these blue and white nutcrackers that look like Wedgwood Jasperware. They are selling out in person at Dillard's, but you can still get them online.

Blue and White Chinoiserie Nutcrackers

Southern Living Blue and White Chinoiserie Nutcrackers

 

From the wonderful Southern Living Collection, these ceramic blue and white nutcrackers are hand painted with a chinoiserie pattern and silver details. These are beautiful pieces you will enjoy for many years to come.