Winter gives us many reasons to cherish the season. This mood board highlights a delightful one: the arrival of Santa Claus.
Keven Calonkey Carl and Cassidy Brunsteter of Mister Robert Fine Furniture and Design collaborated on this wonderfully whimsical display. It overflows with odes to St. Nicholas. Carl pointed out a few highlights from her childhood: a cherished photo of her on Santa’s lap and a familiar book, The Night Before Christmas. She remembers many readings throughout the years.
Carl also stitched the needlepoint “Santa” ornament, which beckons him to stop by the tree. The Bauble stocking depicts the generous gifts that he is sure to deliver Dec. 25. The golden trim, Christmas tree and jingle bells are also nestled in the gilded frame, along with a plated cookie—for Santa, of course. Velvet red fabrics, beaded tassels, holly clusters and sparkling snowflakes enrich the scene. The framed tree ornament is one of many sold inside the Mister Robert store.
Brunsteter remarked how the cheerful Annalee Santa reminds her of excursions to Dodson’s Cafeteria. The historic building was decorated with impressively large Annalee dolls every holiday season—the cafeteria has since closed, but the Annalee dolls have become the family’s favorite collectible.
