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We recently added an awesome fire pit area to the side of our barn. It is a great space to hang out under the trees and twinkle lights and watch a movie on the projector screen. As you know, Fall is my favorite time of year and I couldn’t wait to get this area decorated […]
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Here is an easy Fall project for you that doesn’t cost a lot! These trees add a colorful pop on our front porch and at night they turn magical! HOW TO: Grab a planter or urn that you already have for the bases. Next we trimmed two tomato cages we already had to the height […]
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It’s time for my favorite project of the year! Our Halloween front porch! When Old Time Pottery asked me to do a Halloween porch three years ago I was a little nervous. I was afraid I couldn’t do it without it being tacky. It turned out to be one of my most popular posts ever! […]
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I started a YouTube channel! For my first video, I created this cute ghost vase and flower arrangement. Check out my tutorial below! Please subscribe to see new projects weekly! If you don’t have YouTube, here’s a quick summary of this DIY- I started by grabbing a white vase I already owned and I added […]
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I just love all of the cute Valentine decor ideas out there. Especially when they involve candy! Here is a sweet little bouquet to display this time of year. To make each flower cut 6 hearts out of colored card stock. Punch a hole near the tip of each heart. Thread a lollipop through the […]
January 13, 2010
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I love decorating with items that have other uses than just decoration. For my friends baby shower we incorporated her gift into part of the decor. You can do this with glassware, gifts, games, etc. The possibilities are endless. Here is a great example of this for your New Year's celebrations. For a fun and […]
December 29, 2009
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I love the look of mirrors when it comes to decorating for New Year's. They add sparkle and shine and are easy to find. Here is an example of an easy New Year's table scape using mirrors. To recreate this look purchase small mirrors or mirrored coasters. Reuse your cylinder candle vases. Fill with disco ball […]
December 28, 2009
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This weekend we had our Christmas Potluck Party. I kept decorations simple and went with a red and aqua snowflake theme and it looked great! The colors were fun and really popped against each other. I ended up using one of my manzanita branch centerpieces. They are just so versatile, I couldn't resist. Hope you enjoy the […]
December 21, 2009
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These cookie trees would make a great addition to your holiday dessert tables! Just make your favorite sugar cookie recipe and stack on cake plates. Make varying sizes to create the tree look. Get Martha's cookie recipe here.
December 15, 2009
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I am still looking for centerpiece ideas for my Christmas Party. I want something simple but eye catching. I've definitely decided it will be something with ornaments. They add a lot of glitz for not a lot of money. You can find them in any shade of the rainbow and reuse them next year. I […]
December 7, 2009
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There are several recipes for Peppermint Martinis BUT have you ever seen one with strawberry vodka?? Surprise your guests this holiday season with this twist on the original. Candy Cane Cocktail Ingredients Makes one cocktail 1 candy cane, crushed, for garnish 2 ounces strawberry vodka 4 dashes white creme de menthe 2 1/2 ounces cranberry […]
