All my life I dreamed about hanging my Christmas stocking alongside my husband and my children on the mantel at Christmas time. For many years it was just me and my wonderful husband’s stocking, just hanging there and waiting year after year. Patiently. But luckily we did have this guy. He waiting patiently with us…
I have 3 Easy DIY Burlap Trees that you can make for the holiday….but first some Christmas tree history. 3 Easy DIY Burlap Trees Christmas Tree Trivia Did you know that the first Christmas Tree in America was put up in Connecticut in 1777? The National Christmas Tree has been lit every year since 1923 at…
The first thing that I usually do when decorating for a new holiday is to hang some wreaths on the front doors. This year, the day after I have completely stuffed my face and think about how I will work it all off, the colors of the passing season will come down and be replaced with all…
I should have been making a peanut butter and jelly sandwich for lunch, but instead I was painting my mantel I should have been eating my doritos but instead I was distressing over two coats of Old White Chalk paint I should have been eating my fruit instead of admiring how beautiful the mantel turned…
Thanks to everyone who entered the Fall Burlap Wreath Giveaway. I am so overwhelmed with your kind comments and support for my little burlap creation, so much so that I have some good news. First let me announce the winner: It was Tamara who said ” I love it!” I will be touching base…
Sadly, we will not be going to the beach this summer. The family has decided on some other fun vacation destinations. So, in order to cure my desire for the beach, sand and sun, I have created some reminders in the house that ALMOST take me there, without the waves. It’s…
Spring is my favorite time of the year . Ask anyone around here, donkeys, dogs, kids….. they’ll tell ya. a time where new growth is peeking out, the days a bit longer and my cherry trees are in full bloom Mr. Rabbit keeps an eye on the family while he sits on the mantel. After…
This is seriously going to be the easiest burlap wreath you will ever make. And after you make this one, you will make another….and another. Just ask my front doors, they will vouch for me. These wreaths are not only easy to make , but they are perfect year round for any season.
I had ever intention today of showing you a cute idea that I usually put together for my husband- the man who has everything, for Valentines Day this year. A photo collage using some little props/letters to spell out endearing words and sayings. It worked for Dad’s birthday gift last year It worked for my…
Every year my husband has scrambled around to find the “right” gifts for me. Each year he has waited till the last minute to purchase the gifts on-line. Each year he has probably paid more in shipping costs then the gifts were worth. Each year he is wrapping his gifts for me the day before…
In the burlap Christmas spirit I made this holiday runner to put on my table this season. I have always had a hard time finding a runner that was simple but yet festive and I think I accomplished that with this one. This project is super easy if you can sew (fyi- I am not…
I love FREE!! Hope you do to because I compiled some really great holiday printable freebies for you . First up are these cute Snowman Holiday Tags courtesy of Skip to My Lou. Use these bags to top off your favorite holiday cookies for the kids. I just love Frosty! Speaking of kids, the Crafting…