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When you think of ornaments, you probably think of the traditional glass balls. If you are dying to break away from the norm and try something different, why not make your own ornaments out of everyday decor items. When it came to decorating my black Halloween tree with orange lights, I did just that. Halloween Read More
Archives for October 2013
October Wreath of the Month: Birch Bark Wreath
We have all seen the typical jute wrapped, grapevine, floral, and pine wreath but now you can decorate with something that is modern, shabby chic, country, and traditional, all in one wreath. If you don’t think that is possible check out the new birch bark wreath. A light foam core is beautifully covered with hundreds Read More
DIY Silk Flowers
Yesterday, we made a simple jute-wrapped wreath. Today, it is time to turn that basic wreath and make it shine with the addition of DIY silk flowers. These hand-sewn flowers are so easy to make that anyone can do it. This tutorial will show you how. I like to use these flowers in a variety Read More
DIY: Jute Wrapped Wreath
I make a lot of wreaths and a simple jute-wrapped wreath is the base of a lot of them. I want to show you just how easy it is to make beautiful wreaths at home that are completely customized to coordinate with your décor. To get started, let’s talk about how to make a jute-wrapped Read More
Perler Bead Halloween Ornaments
Halloween is one of the most loved holidays by children. Get them involved in the decoration process by making perler bead Halloween ornaments for wreaths, trees, or garlands. Perler beads are a crafting right of passage for all children and are readily available at your local craft supply store. Supply List Perler Beads Iron Parchment Read More
Light Wrapped Trees
Tonight, I had dinner at my favorite waterfront restaurant. The outdoor deck has been built around the existing trees, which are covered in long tendrils of Spanish moss. The restaurant further honors the natural beauty of the surroundings by wrapping the trunks and branches in clear white lights. If you live on a property will Read More
DIY Trick or Treat Tote Bags
Get your kids ready for an evening of collecting mass amounts of candy by letting them decorate their own trick or treat tote bags. I purchased three tote bags (one for each of my kids) for just $1 each at the craft store. I added to it a 6-pack of 3-D fabric paint in neons Read More
Ghoulish Halloween Tablescape
Create a ghoulish and downright spooky Halloween tablescape with a black and cream color scheme. Halloween isn’t all about bright orange and cheerful pumpkins. If you love the darker side of the holiday this is the project for you. Don’t be afraid to use things that you already decorate your home with other times of Read More
Halloween Mantle Decorations On A Budget
Celebrate any holiday in a festive way without spending a lot of money on decorations. Cardstock bunting banners are easy to make and a great way to express your creativity and is so easy to make that you can even get the kids involved. A single trip to your local craft store will have you Read More
Wine Bottle Vase
Festive floral arrangements don’t have to be a huge investment. Instead of shelling out a bunch of cash for an expensive vase, why not repurpose an empty wine bottle into a beautiful holiday vase? In our house, we have an empty bottle of wine every week that is destined for the recycling bin, until I Read More