Taking a cue from the Arts and Crafts Movement, decorator Terry Converse handcrafted many decorations gracing this year’s main tree, entrance hall and staircase. Using Blithewold as inspiration Terry’s crepe-paper flowers on the tree represent white clematis vine in the Rose Garden, quince branches in the Bosquet, and poppies in the Cutting Garden. The pine swags, wreaths, floral arrangements on the mantel and second floor hallway tables are made with dried elements from many of Blithewold’s gardens. The wonderful framed pressed flowers showcased all along the stairway were a collaboration between Gardens Manager Gail Read and decorator Terry Converse.