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White and Gold Rustic Holiday Mantel Decor

December 18, 2013 Leave a Comment

I am so behind in getting our home ready for the holidays!  This year I’m going with a white and gold color scheme and I am really liking the simplicity of the neutral (yet sparkly) decor.  I thought I’d share a bit of what I’ve managed to get done: my rustic white & gold holiday […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, decor, Holidays, winter

Let It Snow: DIY Glitter Christmas Sled

December 16, 2013 5 Comments

I love Christmas time and I love making our home a warm and welcoming place during the holidays.  For a variety of reasons, I have not been as deep into Christmas decor as I normally would be, but I could not pass up the opportunity to make this DIY glitter Christmas sled. Every year I […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, decor, glitter, Holidays, spray paint, winter

Coconut Almond Granola Gift In A Jar

December 13, 2013 Leave a Comment

I have another great gift in a jar idea for you today! This Coconut Almond Granola Gift in a Jar is the perfect neighbor or teacher gift. Or you could use the recipe to make up a big batch to keep on hand for snacking during all your holiday prep. I think gift wrapping would […]

Filed Under: Christmas, gift giving, Holidays, recipes Tagged With: Christmas, Gift Idea, Gifts in a Jar, Guest, Snack Recipe

Gingerbread House Gift

December 12, 2013 2 Comments

gingerbread house kit

I don’t usually make Gingerbread houses at Christmas time. They are so cute – and a great family activity. But they’re also super messy. And you have to buy a ton of supplies and then you end up eating all the candy before you put in on the house. That’s why I love this Gingerbread […]

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, gift giving, winter Tagged With: Christmas, Easy, Gift Ideas, Gifts in a Jar

Joy Front Door Wreath

December 11, 2013 1 Comment

Joy Wreath for Christmas

I love decorating for the holidays, inside as well as outside. I have a great walkway leading up to the front door that is perfect for a little holiday vignette or décor. This pretty Joy Front Door Wreath adds so much color and I love the garland and beads around the doorway. It looks so […]

Filed Under: Christmas, winter, Wreaths Tagged With: Christmas, Entryway Decor, Guests, Holiday, Wreath

Countdown to Christmas Chalkboard

December 10, 2013 Leave a Comment

Do you have an Advent Calendar or Christmas countdown? It’s not too late to make one up for this year! This sweet Countdown to Christmas Chalkboard is so cute and would make the perfect decoration for any room in the house. It’s made with a simple wood slice and you could add ribbons or trim to match […]

Filed Under: chalkboard paint, Christmas, Crafts, winter Tagged With: Christmas, Guests, Holiday Decorations, Home Decor, Paint

DIY Fire and Ice lanterns

December 3, 2013 Leave a Comment

These beautiful fire & ice lanterns are easy to make and beautiful to see. Even if you live in a warmer winter climate, you’ll want to make a few of these for your winter holiday entertaining.

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, Holidays, winter

Snowman Ornaments Made from Flower Pots

November 29, 2013 1 Comment

Take boring clay flower pot and turn them into sweet snowman ornaments with Crafts By Amanda’s easy tutorial.

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, Holidays, winter

Easy Epsom Salt Luminaries

November 26, 2013 2 Comments

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Want an easy, sparkly winter craft?  Look no further than these beautiful epsom salt luminaries from Amanda at Crafts By Amanda. Aren’t they beautiful?  Click here for the full tutorial, including precautions and tips about working with epsom salt. (There’s still time to do this for Thanksgiving dinner too!)

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, epsom salt, Glass, Holidays

Pottery Barn Inspired Painted Holly Pillow

November 25, 2013 Leave a Comment

I am not a very good artist.  Fortunately, my friend Colleen at Just Paint It is not only a good artist, she is a great teacher.  She did a great knock off of Pottery Barn’s Holly Leaf Drop Cloth Pillow. Click here to see her full tutorial. Happy crafting!

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, fabric, Holidays, spray paint, winter

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