Real Decorating for Real People
All you need to do to make it snow in a warmer climate is add snow accessories in just about every corner of your home! Finally, it’s snowing in Florida! I’ve missed the snow so much since my move to Florida a few years ago, that I’ve decided to use “snow” as my theme for my holiday…
Don’t save all the really cool projects for the holidays, you can put together all sorts of interesting embellished kitchenware and serving pieces any time of the year! Sure, the holidays are the seasons for celebrating, but if you’re anything like Matt and me, you enjoy entertaining throughout the year to enjoy the company of your family…
This gift wrapping station makes birthday and holiday gift wrapping an absolute dream because you have everything at your fingertips! I love shopping for presents and finding just the right gift for my family and friends. I must proudly confess, Shari’s daughter Brittany calls me the best gift giver she has ever met! A badge I…
This is a great opportunity to teach your kids how to sew on the sewing machine or even by hand and in the end you have a couple of adorable garlands for your tree, staits or fireplace! When Matt and I were young, we’ve talked about the fact that we were lucky to have a…
Advent calendars are fun for the whole family and you can customize one for yours with these easy instructions. The advent calendar is all about anticipation! And, it’s not just for kids. I too like the idea of counting down the days until Christmas since I think we are all just kid’s at heart! Our…
These textured fabric trees make for a nice decoration in an entry, on the back of the commode, even on a dresser to bring a little Christmas spirit to every room in your home! Don’t you love setting out all your holiday decorations? As you unwrap each item, memories seem to come flooding back, making…
Dress up any plain glass candle with felt wrappers that can be in any design you like from a Christmas tree to Menorah, holly wreath and more! The use of candles seems especially appropriate for the holiday season. The warm glow of candle light can welcome guests on a dark winter’s night, and their scent…
Use an old cookie sheet to make a fun magnetic advent calendar so the kids can keep track of how many days are left!! This year I went a little crazy with Advent Calendars because I think everyone enjoys counting down the days until the holiday. You might want to check out the felt Christmas…
This lollipop tree is good the entire year, but it has a real Christmasy feel to it when painted green and filled with colorful ornaments…I mean lollipops! One of my favorite things to do during the holidays is snack, especially on lollipops. Maybe that’s because, as someone once told me, the effort involved in finishing…
If you are looking for a sweet treat to give as gifts this year for the holidays, how about whipping together some chocolate bark? I must admit, I have a sweet tooth, and this time of year is tough because I can never decide, do I want cake, pie, cookies, or candy? Well, at the holidays,…
