In the spotlight this week is a beautiful velvet chair, worthy of its own post. A few months ago, my husband asked me what I wanted for my birthday. Instead of asking for a weekend get-a-way or jewelry, I said I wanted to have a chair recovered. Maybe I was thinking too much like a blogger at the time, but the chair I had in mind really needed a makeover. Once you see the before and after photos, I know you will agree. ... continue reading...
Witch’s Hat Door Decoration
For me, witches rule on Halloween. You know... "double, double, toil and trouble". I found a witch hat cutout at a local craft store and had to have it. Paint, tape, ribbon, hanger, done! This witch's hat door decoration is just that easy. It's like magic! ... continue reading...
Hello Fall Free Printable
Hello fall! I have a quick post for you today, so I can share a free fall printable. I haven’t had much time lately to play around with watercolors but sometimes it’s fun to mix things up. I created a fun photo design using twigs, wood cuts, acorns and nuts to surround a simple fall greeting. The warm neutral colors remind me of knitted scarves, white pumpkins and coffee latte. ... continue reading...
DIY Fall Wreath
As I was preparing to make a DIY fall wreath for the season, I remembered my mom and her friends from a ladies club making fall wreaths with pinecones and pecans. At the time it seemed like a huge production. I thought they were crazy, which is a normal reaction for a ten-year old, but all the wreaths turned out beautifully. ... continue reading...
Simple Pumpkin Vignettes
Fall is a busy time of year, so there's no need to stress over decorating when you're in a rush. Today I have some simple pumpkin vignettes that are easy to create. All you need is a sweet pumpkin or two. Every year I change things up a bit, experimenting with different fall looks using pumpkins. These are some of my favorite pumpkin vignettes. ... continue reading...
5 Ways To Mix Metals
Every few years, we see metal finishes in the design world move to the forefront of the trending now status, as they are reinvented. Sometimes it can be a bit overwhelming trying to figure out what trends to follow, and how to use metal finishes in your decor. My best advice is to embrace it all and get in the mix! Here's my list of five ways to mix metals when decorating a space. Frames Lamps and light fixtures Accessories Furniture Hardware The secret to mixing metals as ... continue reading...