You guys, I made these Reese's Peeps skillet s'mores and let me tell ya.... It's just like it sounds: an ooey and gooey, chocolatey and melty neon marshmallow delight. After this, I don't think I can go back to regular s'mores again. Reese's Peeps Skillet S'mores forever at my house.... so it's a good thing they make Peeps for all the holidays now! Growing up, Peeps were always in our Easter basket. So it's not Easter until I've eaten those neon, sugary marshmallow delights! I mean … [Read more...]
How to Naturally Dye Easter Eggs
Dying Easter eggs is a fun family tradition. Growing up, we used those fun wraps with patterns or cartoon characters on them and we even made tie dye Easter eggs. But naturally dyed Easter eggs using fruits or vegetables? That's not anything we ever did.... until now! I'm teaming up with the ladies of The Sweet Moda Blog Project this week and our theme is Easter eggs! I've watched several food shows where they show you how to naturally dye Easter eggs and I was curious. Curious enough … [Read more...]
Nature Inspired Spring Tablescape
Easter is almost here and it's time to get our tables ready for hosting. It's been awhile since I put together a tablescape and this one is so fun for spring. This tablescape is inspired by nature, for a fresh spring tablescape you can put together for Easter! This nature inspired spring tablescape is part of a Spring blog hop with a few of my sweet friends: Amy, Ellie and Morgan, over on Instagram. Thank you, Amy, at Farmhouse Post for organizing this blog hop! When I think about … [Read more...]
Deconstructed Books
Deconstructed books are a popular home decor trend. They add the vintage, farmhouse character to an area you're trying to style. I love the look, but I would never deconstruct a true vintage book, instead I use a cheap hack to get the same look for a fraction of the price. To create my deconstructed books, I used paperback books from the dollar store. I would never deconstruct a vintage book, so please don't do that! :) Just use old books laying around your house that you don't read, … [Read more...]
Layered Window Mantel
One of my favorite things to decorate is my mantel! I love to switch it out for the seasons and it's a fun area to challenge my creativity. This layered window mantel for spring is by far my favorite design. Anything with vintage windows and architectural salvage makes my heart pitter patter. For your convenience, this post may contain affiliate links. I may make a commission from your purchase at no extra cost to you. Read my full disclosure policy here. Thanks for supporting Sweet … [Read more...]
How to Tint a Glass Jar
You've cooked the meal and now you have an empty glass food jar. What do you do with it? Don't throw it away just yet! I have an easy project for spring using those old glass jars! Today we're going to learn how to tint a glass jar to get the vintage look! Trust me when I tell you this is an easy DIY you can do with the kiddos to create a beautiful spring tablescape or Easter vignette. I'm teaming up with my friends for the Sweet Moda Blog Project today and our theme for the week is … [Read more...]
The Best Place to Find Faux Greenery
Greenery completely brightens up your space and adds interest in your home decor. Today I'm sharing the secret on where to find the best faux greenery for your home decor! For your convenience, this post may contain affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Read my full disclosure policy here. Thanks for supporting Sweet Southern Oaks! I love adding greenery to my home decor, but between you and me, I have a black thumb. I try to be a good plant mom, but I just can't keep plants … [Read more...]
Farmhouse Style Spring Decor on Amazon
Flowers are popping up in my backyard and that can only mean one thing: spring is just around the corner. I rounded up some of my favorite farmhouse style spring décor from Amazon to share with you today! For your convenience, this post may contain affiliate links at no extra cost to you. Read my full disclosure policy here. Thanks for supporting Sweet Southern Oaks! Remember when I bought the chandeliers for the living room and dining room from Amazon? I shared my ten favorite … [Read more...]
How To Keep Outdoor Pillows Clean
I think it's safe to say that you guys love the freshly painted front porch swing and it's happy, summer yellow pillows! It's been a few weeks and I still get comments and messages about the porch on Instagram! I guess it was a hit :) and I'm so happy y'all love it as much as I do! One question I get asked a lot from that post is recommendations on how to keep outdoor pillows clean. The yellow pillows are such a happy and pretty color and I definitely didn't want them to get old and … [Read more...]
Marble Painted Easter Eggs
Marble painted Easter eggs completely transforms cheap, plastic eggs into one of a kind, gorgeous home decor! Marble is hot in home decor right now, and I think y'all must love it, too! The marble painted ornaments are one of the most popular posts on my site! These beautiful marble painted Easter eggs were made using the same technique as the marble painted ornaments. I love marble painting because there is no right or wrong way to create the unique marble effect. Each egg comes … [Read more...]