Let's set the table with a dainty Valentine's Day Tablescape. January seemed to go by so00000 very slow, and I'm excited that we are now in the second month of the Roaring 20s. With that said, Valentine's Day is near and this year Mr. Sweet Southern Oaks will actually be home for the occasion. Last year he was at a training school and had Chick-Fil-A deliver the 30 count heart shaped platter of nuggets to my my work! Then I binge watched "Gilmore Girls" with the fur babies when I got … [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...]
Jewel Tone Fall Tablescape
Fall is officially here and it's my favorite time of the year! So that means it's time for us to put together a new tablescape for the season! Not just any ol' tablescape though - we are putting together a jewel tone fall tablescape using warmer colors and lots of texture. This fall I'm pushing the envelope and doing things a little different. I'm envisioning more of a Bohemian fall themed vibe around the house with jewel tones and pops of metallic! Don't worry, I'll still share neutral … [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...]
DIY Metallic Vases: Get the Look for Less
From discarded, mismatched glass vases to an instant collection of one of a kind metallic vases... get the look for less than ten bucks! I'm teaming up with my friends Jackie and Liz for another fun blog hop. Our theme is a fun one and requires us to think outside of the box and stay on budget: how I would spend $10 at a store of our choosing. I immediately decided the thrift store would be where I'd spend my ten bucks because that's a great place to stretch a dollar. Walking down the … [Read more...]
The World’s Longest Yard Sale: Pickin’ Adventures
The World's Longest Yard Sale brought us through three states and breathtaking country sides. We traveled even farther this year into Tennessee and could have made it to Kentucky if we had a little more time. The thing I love most about The World's Longest Yard Sale is visiting and supporting small towns and exploring places you may not ever visit if it weren't for the sales! People come from all over to sell or to buy each year, and it's fun to meet them and we have certain houses, shops and … [Read more...]