Creations, “High Cotton” Tree

Posted by the Painted Apron on April 3, 2014 · 11 Comments 

The term “high cotton” comes from the pre-Civil War era when tall cotton meant that the cotton crop was good and the market prices were high.  It became a general term for success and wealth… Last Christmas when I saw a tree decorated with  faux cotton garlands I got weak in the knees it was … Continue reading →

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