It's been awhile since I shared a centerpiece with you. The warmer weather over the weekend inspired me to continue decorating for Spring and with that, a simple spring succulent centerpiece was created! Today I'm sharing a few tricks to create layers within your centerpiece. Being a blogger, I'm always planning content to share with you. I've got my planner and a notebook that I use for ideas to share with you in the future. This spring centerpiece wasn't planned - but a beautiful idea … [Read more...]
Spring Bedroom Refresh
Hello, friends and happy March! January seemed to go by so slow and February flew by so fast. Here in Alabama it's been a dreary winter full of rain and cold weather. Spring is near though because I have flowers popping up in my backyard! With the new season of Spring, I feel refreshed and I like for my home to reflect the new season. For me, a deep cleaning and a refresh around the house with decor always means Spring has sprung. To start the new season off, I did a little spring bedroom … [Read more...]
Valentine’s Day Tablescape
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]