The vivid red color of poinsettias symbolically represents the blood of Christ, and why many people have a plethora of these colorful plants during the holiday season. But Mexicans celebrate Poinsettia Day on December 12, because of this symbolism and to honor Joel Roberts Poinsett. He was the first US ambassador to Mexico and a founding member … [Read more...]
DIY Vintage Book Bundle
When it comes to styling shelves and tables, books are one of the most basic go-to items. Debbie from Confessions of a Plate Addict saw a bundle of vintage books of Restoration Hardware that she adored, but… they were $195! Debbie shares how she worked her DIY magic on a few large paperbacks from Goodwill and transformed them into truly … [Read more...]
15 Festive DIY Christmas Gift Toppers
Sometimes wrapping presents feels like a chore. The dozens of rolls of wrapping paper. Unraveling spools of ribbons. Bows strewn all over the place. Tape sticking to the pile of paper scraps. And lost scissors amid the wrapping chaos. Wouldn't it be nice to branch out from basic ribbons and bows? Experiment with these festive DIY Christmas … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Make a Pillow for Christmas
I have admitted in the past that I am not that much of a seasonal decorator. However, over the years I have proven myself a sucker for a festive Christmas pillow, and I have made my fair share to prove it! Do you share my love for pillow-making? Today I am sharing five knock off Christmas pillows to get our creative juices flowing! This … [Read more...]
8 DIY Projects to Spice Up Your Ceilings
White ceilings are crisp, clean, and classic. But is your home seeking more flavor beyond China White, Decorator's White, Huntington White, Antique White, etc.? Venture outside of your comfort zone by updating one ceiling in your house. You could simply paint it a different color (preferably not one on the white color palette). This one … [Read more...]
$11 Picture Ledges Anyone Can Build
The moment Ursula from Home Made by Carmona got her new couch in the house, she knew Pottery Barn-like photo ledges would be perfect on the wall above the couch. However, she wasn’t feeling quite as enthusiastic when she saw the prices for the shelves. Ursula says, “Well pull out your wood clamps, because if you know me, I usually figure I … [Read more...]
How to Use Shiplap in Every Room of Your Home!
Are you crazy for all things country chic, rustic farmhouse, or Joanna Gaines? Then I bet you have a crush on shiplap, too! It's the perfect surprise to find hardwood under your carpet, but it's a gold mine to discover shiplap behind your wallpaper! If we're honest, what's not to love? Uniform lines matched with faded paint. Crisp white … [Read more...]
Mini Bucket Advent Calendar
Jen from Migonis Home says that the moment she saw Pottery Barn’s bucket advent calendar she knew she had to make her own. She bought mini buckets from the dollar store that came in packs of three, gave them coat of paint, and then attached them with pushpins to a piece of stained plywood that she framed out. I love the rustic look of this … [Read more...]
Simple DIY Tufted Headboard
Corey from Hey There, Home has been happy to help her mom make over her home room by room. When it came around to the master bedroom, a tufted headboard caught her mom’s eye. In true Corey fashion, she set out to recreate it for MUCH less! Corey even shows how simple it is to create tufts by using pegboard as the frame backing. The holes … [Read more...]
9 Wintry Decorations with Pine Cones
Winter trees scatter pine cones all over the snow below. They make great fire starters and decorations, too! Grab a basket and head outdoors to gather these free organic elements to spruce up your home for winter. 1. Pine Cone Wreath Winter bears Thanksgiving, Christmas, and Valentine's Day. If you're like me, then you love having festive … [Read more...]
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