If you're looking for the cutest DIY project for Valentine's Day, I've got you covered! This yarn wrapped heart garland is cheap and easy to make - even the kiddos can help you put it together! The ladies of the Sweet Moda Blog Project are back again this year! Today our theme is all about L-O-V-E because Valentine's Day is near! I had all of the supplies needed to create this yarn wrapped heart garland, so free projects are always my jam! You probably already have the supplies laying … [Read more...]
Romantic Valentine’s Day Mantel
Roses are red, Violets are blue. A simple Valentine's Day mantel just for you. Valentine's Day is near so I thought I'd share a simple mantel I put together. I needed a little bit of twinkle after Christmas, so I kept out a strand of icicle lights to create this Valentine's Day mantel. However, you can create something similar without the lights! I kept it simple this time with just a few pops of pink and white. Let's put the mantel together. For the base of the mantel, I layered … [Read more...]
Simple Rae Dunn Friendsgiving Tablescape
It's time to set the table with this simple Rae Dunn Friendsgiving Tablescape for a holiday meal. Can you guys believe Thanksgiving will be here next week? Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday and I'm already so excited about the big feast! Turkey, dressing, sweet potato casserole and pumpkin pie... I'm literally hungry just thinking about all that delicious food! Today I'm sharing a few tips on how to put together a tablescape using items that I already had around my house. Decide on a … [Read more...]
How to Create a Layered Mirror Mantel
By now you probably know that I'm all about layers when it comes to decor... but this layered mirror mantel is probably my favorite design I've created in the house so far! I'm showing you how to create a layered mirror mantel in your home that is perfect for any season. The best part about this design is that you can create this look for any season. While I have a few pumpkins and amber bottles in this design, other items can easily transition with each season. So let's learn how to … [Read more...]
Spooky Halloween Tablescape
Enter into my haunted dining room, if you dare.... Because we're putting together a spooky Halloween tablescape. I know, it's literally the week of Halloween. And I'm just now sharing this with you. Late, I know, but you can always pin this for next year. A little boo-tiful planning a year ahead never hurts. ;) First I started with some black and white netting cheesecloth {creepy cloth} and placed it into the middle of the table. You can find this creepy cheesecloth anywhere this time … [Read more...]
How to Turn a Thrifted Picture Frame into a Mirror
Turn a thrifted picture frame into a mirror with this simple DIY project! I love the look of vintage mirrors, but they're hard to find, and when I do it's really expensive! Shopping at the thrift store a few weeks back I spotted two mirrors {which I bought!} and a large oval shaped picture frame. I put a poll up in my stories on if I should get the picture frame and try to turn it into a mirror; and the majority of you voted yes! So let's learn how to turn a thrifted picture frame into … [Read more...]
How to Make Copper Chargers
Turn those dollar store chargers into vintage inspired copper charges with this easy DIY project! Copper, copper, copper. Oh how I love you. I have a thing for copper and I'm drawn to anything in that coppery/ rust color these days. From vintage home decor to even clothes... it's a copper crush around here. When I think of the fall season, I think of copper... and any excuse to add to my copper collection makes my heart pitter-patter. My color scheme for the fall includes copper, of … [Read more...]
Patriotic Tablescape
Hey friends! Happy Friday! Today I'm teaming up with Jackie and Liz for the Sweet Moda Project with a patriotic theme to help you get ready for the 4th of July. I've got a fun and festive patriotic tablescape to share with you today. My house sure is festive right now with all the red, white and blue. We're a military family, so we wave our flag proud to celebrate our great nation. Of course when I decorate, I have to decorate the dining room, too. Tablescapes are so fun to put … [Read more...]
Patriotic Mantel with Vintage Finds
Do you switch out the decor on your mantel for every season or holiday? While I was in love with my spring mantel using the vintage windows, I decided to switch it up for the summer. This patriotic mantel is festive for the 4th of July and perfect to leave up for the rest of the summer. When decorating a mantel, you want to use something that will cover a large area of the wall to be your focal point. You could use a large sign or one large window as your base - just to give you a few … [Read more...]
Putting Together a Patriotic Porch
I'm teaming up again with my friends at the Sweet Moda Blog Project and this week our theme is plants. So while my plants were thriving and looking pretty, I had to snap some pictures and reveal my patriotic porch to you! Plant Lady? It's no secret that I have a black thumb, but so far this summer I'm a plant lady, y'all! Now, don't ask me about the names of any of these plants.... or for any gardening advice. Because for that, I have none! ;) I just bought what looked pretty and were in … [Read more...]