Easiest DIY Ever: Book Tree
This year I wanted something a little different and fun for my Christmas mantel, and — of course — I planned to DIY that special something. Until I came down with the flu. And I watched days tick off my calendar with no mantel decoration, no gift-wrapping, no anything to move along my holiday preparation. …
Last-minute Holiday Decorating on a Dime
Are you a little (or a lot) behind on your holiday decorating this year? No funds left for the festive frill? We feel you! We’re often so consumed with Thanksgiving travel plans, holiday baking marathons and checking our shopping lists (twice… naturally), that all of a sudden it’s Christmas Eve and not a decoration is …
Twists on Holiday Traditions
Tired of the same old holiday decorations? Bored with your usual Christmas dinner? Want to try something new? Today, I’m sharing some cool twists on holiday traditions! Let’s start with the Christmas tree. I love this wrapping paper roll tree from A Little Tipsy: How about a vintage ladder for a tree? Kelly at Eclectically Vintage made this one, …
Affordable Personalized Gift Ideas at Target
Stumped while searching for a thoughtful (yet budget friendly) buy for last minute gifts? No time or patience to fight the crowds at the mall? No need to stress; we have the solution! We fell in love with these Etsy-esque monogram mats our design team created for Target’s Threshold brand and thankfully they’ve arrived just in …
Cozy Spaces to Keep You Warm
Is it getting colder where you live? Here in the South, it’s been unseasonably warm, but cold weather is on its way! Here are some ways to create cozy spaces to keep you warm when Old Man Winter comes calling. When the temperature drops, I want to pile on blankets and quilts – whether in …
Color Showcase: Pantone’s Lovely Winter Blues
Pantone said it all when it described this season’s color forecast as an evolving landscape, filled with earthy neutrals and bright hues for a perfect combination of natural and fun. Included in the palette of 10 color predictions are Biscay Blue, Stormy Weather and Reflecting Pond. We have to say, having the winter blues has never …
Perfect Live-Work Spaces for Any Style
As someone who works from home, I speak from experience when I say that your home office has to work for you. It has to be functional – you obviously need the basics of a desk, chair, file space, etc. – but it also should reflect your style. And, while you need enough space to work, you …
Vintage Decorating Ideas on a Budget
Antiques and vintage items add character to a room. But they can often be expensive. Here are some vintage decorating ideas that are budget-friendly and can add character to any space. Crates or Storage Bins Vintage Coke (or any soda) crates are one of my favorite vintage finds. Not only do they add character to the space, …
Fall Dining Room Rehab
When I first moved in with my fiancé Matt, or invaded his lair, as he might say, we quickly learned our taste in décor didn’t exactly click as well as we did. Matt gravitates toward rugged and durable pieces — such as dark rugs ready to handle the wrath of a pair of muddy work boots, …
DIY Fall Centerpieces and Table Decor
Halloween is behind us and now it’s time to focus on Thanksgiving. We all want to set a beautiful table for our family and friends at Thanksgiving, but without spending a lot of money on the centerpiece or table decor. Good news! You don’t need to hire or be a florist or spend a ton of …