This morning I decided to make a very simple, humble, Christmas tree craft from my pine cone stash. I am really craving simplicity this year in my holiday decorating, and I promise that there is … [Read more...]
How to Decorate a Mantel
The question I am most frequently asked is, "How do I decorate my mantel?" Well, I'm certainly not the best mantelscaper in the blogosphere, but I might be one of the most enthusiastic! Decorating … [Read more...]
How to Make a Coffee Cozy {homemade Christmas gift idea}
Today, I'm joining up again with Martha Stewart and Plaid to show you a fun homemade Christmas gift idea! If you're unfamiliar with Martha Stewart Crafts paints, they are a new line of acrylic … [Read more...]
Forcing Paperwhites for Christmas {paper white}
I recently wrote a sponsored post about planting bulbs and in particular paperwhites, and I guess the post worked because I went out and bought some paperwhite bulbs! LOL! While browsing at the … [Read more...]
1 Corinthians 13 Christmasified
If I decorate my house perfectly with starfish, strands of twinkling lights and mercury glass balls, but do not show love to my family, I am just another decorator.If I slave away in the kitchen, … [Read more...]
Free Subway Art from Trader Joe’s and a Dining Room Vignette
I wasn't going to even post this because it seemed rather simple and silly. But simple and silly are my forte', so I thought I'd post this idea for some of you looking for some last minute FREE … [Read more...]
Christmas Front Porch
It is freeeeeezing right now in Central PA, but I braved the cold today to take some pictures of my porch for you. My words are going to be short and my pictures many! … [Read more...]
Ballard Designs Inspired Christmas Tree
I have always done a traditional red and gold tree, but this year I was inspired by this soothing Ballard's photo to go au natural. I wanted to create a Christmas tree that paid homage to all the … [Read more...]
Look Alike Capiz Shell Christmas Garland
Mini chalkboards, birds' nests, feathery birds, mercury glass, pinecones, chandelier crystals, twine, burlap, starfish, sand dollars, capiz shells, book-page-wrapped balls, and ribbon. That is … [Read more...]
Ballards Pinecone Ornament Knock-offs
My mother-in-law gave Z some fake snow as part of his recent birthday gift. He has been begging me to make it for him, so today I broke down and followed the directions on the package. … [Read more...]
Pottery Barn Inspired Noel Sign Tutorial
**Update: My sister Kim decided after the success of this post to start her own blog! Go visit her at Sand and Sisal for more great projects.**My big sister Kim has a great eye for … [Read more...]
Mercury Glass Christmas Mantel
I am repainting our entire level and wasn't going to do a mantel this year. Gasp! What??? Me? No mantel? I couldn't handle it. So approximately 1 1/2 hrs ago I … [Read more...]
