For this grouping of pakages I started with a color scheme of neutral/natural base. Then added pops of Olive and Cerise for accents. Because I stuck with a neutral base it allowed me to utizlie natural materials such as kraft paper, newsprint, vintage patterns, lace and even some fat quarter samples of fabric from Cabbages & Roses. Once a variety of base wrapping materials were established, I gathered embellishments from my own collection and also from my friend and antiques dealer, Maryanne Sanders (Gatherings, Summer 2011). Together we brought together vintage ornaments, an assortment of buttons, floral bits and bobs, ribbons, vintage postcards, thread spools, doilies and other vintage Christmas decorations.
Tip: Many times you can find dealers who sell these collections as a grouping in little baggies. Try sourcing bits and bobs at a local flea market or antique mall~ !