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Stop what you’re doing, grab a sweet drink and come check out all of the fun patriotic touches in this summer home tour! I cannot tell a lie. The house is not 100% ready for summer. It should be were well into the second week of June. The temperatures are typically soaring this time of year and I am firmly… Read More
Love a good pop of confetti? Capture the excitement of a ticker tape parade with this simple Fourth of July garland. The Fourth of July is one of my favorite holidays. I have a bit of a penchant for the patriotic. The decor in my very first home was all very “Americana.” Styles have changed and to some degree I’ve… Read More
Looking for simple ideas to spruce up your home for the summer? Don’t miss this pretty, patriotic Fourth of July Mantel with touches of nautical decor. The mantel in my family room is one of my favorite spots to decorate and one of my least favorite spots to try and photograph. While I’ve shared some of my holiday mantel decor… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive way to spruce up your space for the Fourth of July? Don’t miss this nautical Fourth of July printable artwork. I love celebrating the holidays and often decorate my home with a theme in mind. Whether it’s Christmas gnomes, black and white Halloween or flamingos in the summer, there’s almost always a theme. Themed or holiday… Read More
Looking for a bright, cheerful summer wreath? This DIY lemon wreath is easy to make and looks perfect on a front door or a kitchen wall. This post contains affiliate links. When I built my house three years ago, I designed it with a neutral kitchen. The cabinets and countertops are white, the appliances are stainless and the penny tile… Read More
Decorate your front porch and welcome guests to your home with a pretty moss covered spring wreath. I’m prepping my porch for a brand new front door. I know the transition to a new door will disappoint some of my long time followers – you love my pretty pink front door – but, it’s time. The new door will provide… Read More
Looking to dress up your home for the Easter holiday? Grab inspiration from this carrot themed Easter mantel. Gnomes keep me company in the winter, but when spring arrives bunnies pop up in every room. Last week I shared a sneak peek of the chocolate bunny bar in my dining room and now it’s time to share a peek at… Read More
Looking for an easy, inexpensive way to spruce up your space for the Easter holiday? Display this fun Easter printable art, available for immediate download. If you’ve been here once or twice, you’ve probably met my bestie…My beagle, Jersey, is more than just girl’s best friend. She’s also a taskmaster, a walking companion and sometimes a recipe taste tester. I… Read More
Decorate for spring with this easy-to-make, primitive-style, chocolate bunny bar DIY Easter sign. This past weekend I pulled down my Valentine’s decor. My cute little love gnome and simple washi tape art have been boxed up and placed in storage. As I shelved the remainder of my winter decor, I started to unbox a bit of my spring (mostly Easter)… Read More
This bright, cheerful Valentine’s Day grapevine wreath with a kissing booth sign is sure to reel in all the fellas. Don’t miss the full tutorial, complete with a detailed list of where to buy each item. February sneaked up on me a bit quickly this year and I am afraid I am not quite as prepared for Valentine’s Day as I… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive way to decorate your home this February? Celebrate with this easy DIY washi tape Valentine’s Day decor. I’ve been a bit quiet on social media the last few weeks. No. Nothing is wrong (thanks to those of you who’ve checked in though!). I am simply purging and organizing like a mad woman and I’ve got no… Read More
Looking for a winter wreath that doesn’t scream HOLIDAYS?! Don’t miss this pretty DIY winter wreath that could easily remain on the door from early December to Valentine’s! The first of year is always a design challenge for me…I tend to decorate around holidays a bit more than season, so I don’t have a lot of plain “winter” decor. Since… Read More
This soft, modern Christmas holiday printable art will bring a graphic touch to any home this holiday season. Prints are free and available for immediate download. I have a friend who loves to decorate with soft pink during the holidays. It goes perfectly with her bright, neutral farmhouse-style home. Since most of the artwork on the market this time of… Read More
Love taking a peek at other people’s home decor? Don’t miss this Christmas holiday home tour featuring whimsical Christmas gnomes. Welcome to my Christmas holiday home tour! I am so glad to be sharing my home as a part of Krista’s Seasonal Simplicity Holiday Home Tour. The tour features over 45 homes – a handful each day. I am grateful to… Read More
Looking for a fun DIY to incorporate into your holiday decor? Don’t miss this fun Sleigh Ride Christmas Sign. It’s a simple project when made with the accompanying cut file stencil that’s available for download. I get asked all of the time if I purchase all new holiday decor every year. While I love a fresh theme, the answer is… Read More
These beautiful Thanksgiving farmhouse style watercolor prints set the tone for a lovely holiday season. The free printable is available for immediate download. It’s hard to believe Thanksgiving is next week and yet, inside I am screaming BRING ON CHRISTMAS! While I am trying to keep my feet planted firmly on the side of #teamturkey (because lets celebrate one holiday… Read More
Deck the halls with this cute Kringle’s Cookie Co. Cut File and DIY Christmas Kitchen Sign. This easy, inexpensive project will be all the decor you need in the kitchen this holiday season! This post contains affiliate links. I hate to admit it, we’re one week out from Halloween and I am 100% ready to move on to Christmas. I… Read More
Looking for a fun addition to your Halloween decor or an opportunity to celebrate the little pirate in your home? Be sure to check out this DIY always be a pirate pillow. This post contains affiliate links. As I was decorating my pirate porch the other day, a gaggle of little neighborhood boys stopped to observe. Listening to them, I… Read More
Spice up Halloween decor, an office or child’s bedroom with this DIY Play Like a Pirate Pillow. Transfer the design by creating a stencil or use heat transfer vinyl. This post contains affiliate links. Every once in a while it’s important to create a project just for fun…The other day when experiencing a little creative block, I decided to make… Read More
This easy to make DIY vintage Halloween wreath is perfect for any whimsical display, whether it’s on the porch or in your home. This post contains affiliate links. I love a good theme. This year most of my home is decorated with skeletons…an ode to pirates if you will. However I’ve experienced a bit of decorating schizophrenia and whimsical vintage… Read More
Get your home ready for Halloween with these easy-to-make skeleton pillows. They’re perfect for tossing on the couch or setting in the rocking chair out on the porch! This post contains affiliate links. I have all the luck. No. Really. Allow me to illustrate. Last year I purchased some cushions for my rocking chairs for Halloween…The cushions were fairly pricey,… Read More
Looking for the pirate’s life? Don’t miss the opportunity to put this DIY pirate Halloween grapevine wreath on your door during the month of October! This post contains affiliate links. I know. I know what you’re thinking. After last week’s 30-minute vintage Halloween wreath with the styrofoam base, you thought I was over grapevine wreaths. Well, NEVER! I love a good… Read More
Fall is finally on it’s way. Today learn how to prepare your home for fall with five tips for the perfect fall porch. This post contains affiliate links. Despite the fact that I don’t get to celebrate fall quite as long as my friends in New England living here in Utah, it remains my favorite season. The weather has finally… Read More
Decorate for fall with this festive DIY autumn grapevine wreath, featuring fall florals and a little felt fox for fun! This post contains affiliate links. I struggle with decor every year from mid-August through September. The weather is warm enough that it still feels like summer and I don’t feel ready to put out fall. Last year I decorated with apples…. Read More
Seasonal DIY grapevine wreaths are easy to make and always look stunning. Don’t miss this collection of a dozen wreaths made on a grapevine base. Grapevine wreaths have become my favorite. It might be because they are easy to work with and make tying down greenery and accessories easy…It could be because I feel like I have a successful assembly… Read More
With the harvest season right around the corner, it’s time to create a new fall wreath. This traditional DIY welcome fall grapevine wreath is the perfect addition to any front door. This post contains affiliate links. Wreaths are one of my favorite things to create. Working on a new wreath releases my creativity and is surprisingly relaxing, so I am… Read More
Celebrate summer with a flamingo themed summer porch! You’re bound to surprise, delight and possibly even shock your neighbors with this fun themed porch idea. The other day I lamented my obsession with the tropics, flamingos in particular. It’s quite silly considering I live in Utah – a landlocked state. The only place I am going to see a flamingo… Read More
Looking for a fun way to decorate for summer? This fun DIY flamingo wreath, simply screams summer and will delight all the guests who stop by your door. You guys, I have an obsession. It’s a flamingo obsession. I am not entirely sure who to blame it on, because let’s be honest it’s certainly not my fault…I live in a… Read More
Looking for an easy, inexpensive way to light up your yard’s hardscape? I partnered with Jasco Products to install beautiful pathway landscape lighting with one of and it looks amazing! Two years ago I moved into my new build, cottage-style home. My house is everything I’ve ever dreamed of, but the unfinished backyard? Not so much… It didn’t take long… Read More
Decorate your home for summer with this sweet summer watercolor pop print, available for free download. This post contains affiliate links. It’s hard to believe that summer is right around the corner. There are just a few short weeks before school lets out and we have every intention of making this summer the best. To that end we will be… Read More
Celebrate warmer weather with this simple Summer Sunshine Art Print. This print is available as an instant download that can be printed for display in your home. This post contains affiliate links. Have you heard the saying, “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb?” Well, I have determined that we’ve had plenty of snow here… Read More
Celebrate Easter with this simple Easter Art Prints.These prints are available as an instant download that can be printed for display in your home. The other day my friend, Aleisha, and I enjoyed a lovely afternoon manicure. In the middle of a snow storm – a snow storm in spring. Thank you Utah. I walked into the nail salon and… Read More
Enjoy the promise of spring by bringing neutrals with pastel accents into your home decor. Find all the best items, at affordable prices, in this Home for the Holidays Easter post. This post contains affiliate links. I love decorating for the holidays, but sometimes it’s more about a light touch than an overwhelming change. I tend to decorate the whole house for… Read More
Add some spring to your front door with this pretty DIY Welcome Spring Wreath. Not only is it easy to make the supplies only cost less than $40 – far cheaper than purchasing a store-bought wreath! Making a wreath is one of my favorite creative projects. When working on them I am totally and completely in the zone. There’s something… Read More
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with this simple St. Patrick’s Day Art Print. This print is available as an instant download that can be printed for display in your home. This post contains affiliate links. It’s been a pretty mild winter here in Utah, which means spring flowers were starting to pop up around the cottage earlier this month. Apparently Mother Nature… Read More
Looking for a simple project to spruce up your space for St. Patrick’s Day? This fun Lucky St. Patrick’s Day Shadow Box filled with green clovers is great on a mantel, an end table or even as party decor. This post contains affiliate links. After an incredibly mild winter, the snow has finally showed up. It finally showed up the last… Read More
Throw pillows are one of the best ways to update a room for the holidays. Recreate this DIY St. Patrick’s Day Pillow to spruce up your home for March! This post contains affiliate links. It’s been a mild winter here in Utah this year, but the gray skies have seemingly dragged on forever. I am yearning for spring and it has… Read More
Enjoy the luck of the Irish by slipping a little green into your home decor. Find all the best items, at affordable prices, in this Home for the Holidays St. Patrick’s Day edition post. This post contains affiliate links. I love decorating for the holidays, but sometimes it’s more about a light touch than overwhelming themes. In honor of St…. Read More
Prepping your home for the big game this weekend, or decorating a man cave? This fun “Let’s Huddle” DIY football pillow is a must have. Photos via Catcher in the Rye Photography. This post contains affiliate links. Football season is complete and sadly neither my favorite college, nor NFL team, did very well this year. Truthfully they’re both in the midst… Read More
Looking for a great last-minute addition to your Valentine’s Day decor? You’re sure to find one or two in this round-up of 25+ Valentine’s Prints. Art prints are one of my favorite ways to quickly and easily change up the decor in the cottage without breaking the bank. I love hanging new prints in the house, particularly for the holidays…. Read More
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these simple love-themed art prints. Each is available as an instant download that can be printed for display in your home. I love decorating my home with typographic art prints. Not only are they a simple, inexpensive way to decorate for the holidays, but I also love having positive messages spread throughout the house! One of… Read More
Add some cheer to your front door with this pretty love notes DIY Valentine’s wreath. Not only is it easy to make the supplies only cost about $30 – far cheaper than a store-bought wreath! Another day, another wreath. Seriously. I am absolutely addicted to making wreaths now I feel like I could turn this blog into 365 days of… Read More
Let your little one cheer on her friends or celebrate your gal pals with this fun mega adorbs print and cut cheerleader Valentine. This post contains affiliate links. While I have the most wonderful boyfriend in the world to celebrate on Valentine’s Day, I love celebrating the holiday with my gal pals as well. And, since sometimes I have the… Read More
This DIY winter gnome wreath is the perfect addition to whimsical holiday decor. This post contains affiliate links. I’ve been listening to Christmas music nonstop since Thanksgiving. I’m partial to the classics – they never get old. At some point during my holiday decorating Perry Como’s, “No Place Like Home for the Holidays” turned into there’s no place like gnome… Read More
Looking for a wreath that will work all the way through the winter months? This winter wonderland fur wreath is the perfect accessory for your home. This post contains affiliate links. My crafting tends to ebb and flow. Sometimes I am a flurry of projects churning out one thing after another, while there are other times (particularly when I am… Read More
Pretty poinsettia are the focus of this modern take on a traditional winter welcome wreath. Get the step by step instructions on recreating this project today! It’s winter! It’s winter! It’s winter! At least, I think it’s winter. Honestly if we hadn’t already had our first snowfall here in Utah, I’d be a bit suspicious of the calendar. With temperatures… Read More
Fall football season is well underway, but with Thanksgiving games and bowl season right around the corner there’s never been a better time to plan a neighborhood tailgate party. Grab all the details on what made our party an annual “must have.” This post is sponsored by Jasco. Photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. I live in the best… Read More
Looking for a peek into a the home of a Halloween lover? Check out my full Halloween home tour. This post contains affiliate links. Photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. I love decorating for Halloween. It’s such a fun holiday. This year I sorted through the boxes of Halloween in the basement and pulled out all of the black… Read More
Looking to spook your neighborhood? Check out this eerie black and white Halloween porch decor. Photos by Catcher in the Rye Photography. Eek! I love decorating my home for Halloween. It ranks right up there with Christmas. Having said that, gory and gross is not my thing. I like to stick with eerie, spooky and maybe even slightly creepy. Last year… Read More
Ready for a Halloween project that you can complete in less than 30 min? This 3-D witches cauldron Halloween specimen art is an easy, inexpensive project you can complete this October. Each holiday I create a set of prints for my home. I love displaying them on the mantel in the family room, as opposed to lots of little items…. Read More
Download these fun Halloween prints for display in your home this October! I love changing my decor up for the holidays every year (I’ve share Valentine’s Day prints, Fourth of July Prints, Fall Prints, etc), but decorating with new pieces all the time can get a little pricey. I like to invest in larger, transitional pieces in neutral colors from… Read More
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of JOANN for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine. This modern embroidery hoop wreath with pom poms, created in partnership with JoAnn, is perfect for decorating in a small space and could easily be adapted for holidays. This modern embroidery hoop wreath with pom poms, created in partnership with JoAnn,… Read More
October 31, is right around the corner. Decorate your front door with one of these frightfully fun Halloween wreaths. Halloween Wreaths I am busy getting ready for Halloween. It seems like I start so early, but then boom! It’s creeped right up on me. I am hoping to get my porch decor out the last weekend of September. Crazy? Well,… Read More
Dark colors are often the hardest for a DIYer to use appropriately and get satisfactory results, because it’s difficult to get the pigment evenly distributed. Learn how to paint a dark wall evenly using these tips. This post contains affiliate links. When I built my house a year ago, I went with white paint on all the walls. I had Sherwin… Read More
Considering blue for your home? Don’t miss this take on the best navy blue paint currently available on the market. A preppy classic and always on trend, navy blue is the perfect color for creating a timeless look. It can easily be used in any indoor or outdoor space as a neutral base or as an accent, because it pairs… Read More
Love the Halloween cult classic Hocus Pocus? Don’t miss this easy-to-make DIY Halloween pillow featuring Sarah Sanderson’s Song. This post contains affiliate links. While there may be some argument across the internet as to what the very best Halloween cult classic is, in my world Hocus Pocus is the clear winner. I watch it every Halloween, without fail. Last year, I… Read More
Decorate a fall apple mantel featuring an easy-to-make wreath and three apple-themed prints. Weather in Utah is a bit strange. While we TRY to enjoy four full seasons, it sometimes feels like two. The heat of summer lasts well into September and sometimes even October, so it can be a bit hard to get in the mood for fall. To… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive way to update a room? Consider creating a 10 minute placemat pillow. This post may contain affiliate links. The new guest room is a true mix of purchased pieces and DIY projects. Creating a few items on my own, like the artwork and the throw pillows helped to keep the room on budget. Each of the beds… Read More
Looking for a fun, playful way to share the guest room wifi network and password with your family and friends? Check out this magical wifi printable. This post may contain affiliate links. A comfortable guest room has few “official” requirements, however there are a few items that cannot be overlooked…A comfortable bed, soft pillows, extra blankets and, if we’re being totally… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive way to decorate your child’s room? Inspirational quotes are a great way to go. These travel and adventure prints, available for free download, will look like a million bucks on your walls. This post may contain affiliate links. When I started work on my guest room a few weeks ago, my biggest concern was how on… Read More
Looking for a whimsical touch for a room in your home? Don’t miss this fun Llama bedroom artwork available for immediate download. This post contains affiliate links. Llama welcome you to my blog today. I crack myself up… Oh my goodness. I’ve been overwhelmed by all of your love for the guest room with twin beds that I shared the… Read More
While most guest rooms I’ve stayed in have featured a full or queen sized bed, it’s not always the most versatile choice. I’ve teamed up with DHP to share a fun, functional guest room with twin beds! You’re probably thinking, what? Twin beds for a guest room? Well, a pair of beds are a practical solution for a wide range… Read More
Create a beautiful DIY fall apple wreath for your front door using inexpensive supplies from the craft store. This project takes approximately one hour. I like to pull out patriotic decor for Memorial Day and leave it up through Pioneer Day (Utah’s State Day) at the end of July. Truthfully it wouldn’t be terribly hard to talk me into… Read More
This sweet 8×10 sewing print, inspired by the Bible, is available for free download. It’s no secret that I am not much for kids crafts. I like making crafts, I like crafting for kids (most of the time), but I don’t have a TON of patience for crafting WITH kids. So when the Crafting Chicks asked me to participate in their… Read More
Celebrate Independence Day with a simple Fourth of July Mantle and free Sweet Land of Liberty Print. I can hardly believe that it’s nearly July. Where does the time go? This summer has been particularly busy with family and kid responsibilities. I feel like this is the first week I’ve had a chance to sit back and breathe for a bit!… Read More
Do you have a baseball fanatic in your home? If so, don’t miss out on this fun baseball weather print that’s available for download today! My boyfriend is a baseball fan. And really, fan doesn’t begin to describe it…FANATIC is a much more apt description. It didn’t take me long to realize that if I wanted to see Jay April… Read More
This sassy DIY Fourth of July wreath is a cheeky take on traditional patriotic decor and oh so American. Best part? You can whip this up in just a few hours! This post contains affiliate links. I love the Fourth of July. I love it sooo much that Christmas is starting to get jealous! #Forreals If you’ve been a reader… Read More
Living on the road? Decorating a sweet babies room? Check out this free downloadable Home is Where You Park It print. It’s no secret that I’ve camping and RV life on the brain lately. Last week, I shared a bit about the new adventure Jay’s parents were undertaking in retirement. We shopped and shopped to get all the must-have RV… Read More
A good bench for the entry is hard to come by, so when I spied a little gossip bench amongst a pile of things headed for the thrift store while at my grandma’s house a few weeks ago I snatched it right up. My grandma NEVER threw out a sturdy piece of furniture (or clothing, crafting supplies, paperwork, you name… Read More
You may remember that a few weeks ago I introduced you to some fabulous new site contributors. You’ve since heard from Holly (events and party design), Kendra (Blogger tutorials) and Emilie (Photography). Today, I am excited to introduce you another amazing woman. Meet Ann Marie! Ann Marie is an Arizona based blogger with a furniture refinishing business and an ETSY shop on the side. Her DIY furniture flips… Read More
Welcome guests to your home with this pretty, modern spring wreath. We’ve advanced so far into the month of May, I hesitated to post the tutorial for this modern spring wreath. It’s been so warm, I thought for a moment the opportunity for spring posts might have come and gone. Perhaps it has in the rest of the country, but here… Read More
The right color combination can turn your bedroom into a relaxing retreat. Create depth and mood with a navy blue and blush master bedroom. I am a big fan of hardwood floors. Quite honestly, I considered having them installed in the entire house. However, the thought of my bare feet landing on cold, hard floors in the winter months drove me… Read More
Looking for an updated look for your front door? Check out one of these amazing Modern Spring Wreaths. Spring in Utah is always a bit weird. You never know what you’re going to get. One minute the temps are hovering in the low 70’s, while the next it’s snowing…a couple of feet. Regardless, I am ready to pull out all… Read More
Scouring the web for great craft room and office decorating and storage ideas? Check out this great craft room and office space tour. This post contains affiliate links. Yo. Decorating a house is hard. I moved about eight months ago and while it’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made, I am nowhere near finishing the decorating and… Read More
Snag this free Guardians of the Galaxy inspired Valentine print for your home, or just print the card out for a loved one! Around Valentine’s Day my house goes from feminine to downright GIRLY. This year I decided to decorate with a soft peachy-pink, red and sparkles! Rather than scare my guy right out of the room, I created a Valentine print… Read More
Would you believe this cheeky little Netflix and Chill Valentine’s Pillow can be made for less than $12 in under 30 minutes? In year’s past I’ve limited my Valentine’s decor to a few kid projects and felt family mailboxes. This year I don’t have any kids in the house and so I went for more of a fun, flirty girl style. My crusade… Read More
When the Christmas decor comes down, things seem a little barren. I’ve added a few LOVEly touches to the house to make it a bit more welcoming. Welcome to my Valentine’s Home Tour. A few weeks ago my sweet friend Stacy invited me to participate in a home tour featuring Valentine’s Day decor. I am so excited to join her! Once… Read More
This fun DIY Stenciled Valentine’s Pillow, sponsored by Cricut, is the perfect addition to your home during cold winter weather days between Christmas and Valentine’s Day! The winter weather we’ve been experiencing here in Utah has me feeling like I live in a snow globe. Really. It’s snowing so much, I haven’t even wanted to step outside the door snap a photo of… Read More
This simple-to-make modern holiday wreath is the perfect touch for any front door! My home is a pretty traditional space, but it’s sprinkled with modern touches like a cement mantel, loads of big windows and small pieces of decor. Holiday decor can be so over-done, I really wanted to create a simple, modern holiday wreath this year. The hallmark of a… Read More
Make this placemat pillow in minutes for less than $10. I have a pillow problem. The first step toward recovery is admitting you have a problem, right? I honestly didn’t realize what a problem I had until I was cleaning out the basement to make room for new shelves in the storage room and I had to set aside an entire… Read More
Make a Fall Pumpkin Wreath for your front door for less than $10. Each fall I suffer from a case of serious decorating ADD. Really. This fall pumpkin wreath tutorial is proof. Early autumn in Utah is still H.O.T. The temperature often hovers around 90 all the way through September. I can’t unpack the fall decor at that temp. I… Read More
I love a good porch. Really. It’s one of the biggest reasons I moved to Daybreak – every single home has a front porch. What I didn’t realize when I decided to move is that Halloween porch decor is a BIG DEAL around here. HUGE! You might have even seen photos of the neighborhood at some point. I know Dead and Breakfast… Read More
Man oh man, I have spiders on the brain…When creating my “Along Came a Spider” gift tag, I became a bit obsessed and the result was this super-simple Halloween spider specimen art that’s now hanging in my entryway. I am now working on a “friendly” spider theme for the space 🙂 I love how the artwork turned out and I’ve… Read More
Ever since the fantastic Miss Mustard Seed announced in April that she would be launching her own line of Milk Paints, the blogospere has been abuzz with curiosity and anticipation. WHAT IS MILK PAINT? But what is milk paint? How does it work? And what can it bring to your painted furniture pieces that store-bought latex paints can’t? With all the buzz… Read More
Each year trend setters in the design industry eagerly await Pantone’s Color of the Year announcement. In the recent past bright, bold hues have taken center stage… Pantone Color of the Year This year, Pantone has taken a far different direction with far lighter, more muted colors. It’s also the first time the company is focusing on not one, but two… Read More
Whether your interest in color is based in simple inspiration or a desire to track trends, we’ve rounded up eight online color resources to help you out. Eight Online Color Resources Pantone. Pantone is nearly synonymous with color. For more than 50 years, Pantone has provided color matching services and color intelligence reports. Each year, the company causes a stir in the creative… Read More
This post contains affiliate links. Just the other day I was ruminating about blogging’s place in the world and mentioned that a new blog is created every second of every day…The truth of the matter is that some blogs end as quickly as they begin, BUT for those that stay connected? There is influence. Real influence. Every day bloggers are… Read More
Life’s tempo seems to pick up in the fall. Back-to-school, Snap ticket sales, Halloween and then “the holidays” push life into high gear. With all of the activity, visits from friends are also on the horizon. I am sprucing up the guest room and putting together a houseguest welcome basket in anticipation. I don’t know about you, but the biggest problem I… Read More
This outdoor living update is brought to you via a collaboration with World Market, who provided product and financial compensation. All opinions are my own. Unless we’re closely related (and by closely related, I mean unless you’re my Mom), you’re not likely to have seen some of my earliest blog posts. I’d link you, but really, all you’d see is… Read More
No matter the budget or space, these super cool craft rooms (aka home offices) have ideas you can use to turn your home office or craft room into a dream workspace. . . Colorful modern office redo from Design Sponge . Craft room tour from Sweet Bambinos . Home office makeover from Two Twenty One . Family craft room from… Read More
Yesterday was the official first day of spring, which means blossoms on the trees, Easter bunnies and warmer weather. It also means yard work and a bit of spring cleaning. (Dang.) Here are some clever organization ideas to help you with all that springiness in the air. . . 15 Clever Organization Ideas . Magnetic bowls from A Girl and… Read More
Yesterday we shared 15 delightful DIY spring wreaths. You should take one of those wreaths, craft it and then add it to your favorite spring decor for a fabulously decorated porch. You can get some inspiration from any of these spring porch ideas we’ve rounded up for you today. . . Spring Porch Decorating Ideas . Porch ideas for spring… Read More
Every year I vow I’m going to create an amazing spring wreath and then I remember two things. One, I don’t really craft. And two, I have two front doors. But that’s okay. I have a great imagination and I’ll pretend I have one of these delightful DIY spring wreaths welcoming Easter and Mother’s Day guests this season. . …. Read More
Hi friends! Happy New Year! I am Rebecca from The Crafted Sparrow, some of you have seen me around SNAP – I just wanted to let you all know how excited I am to be a contributor again for 2014. Now that Christmas and New Year’s have come and gone, it’s time to start thinking of the next fun Holiday… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive, easy holiday craft kids and adults can enjoy? Don’t miss these modern cardboard yarn ornaments. Recently, I was given the task to come up with some last minute Christmas decor. It was a little more difficult than anticipated. If I had actually been in a time a crunch, like I usually am, it probably would have… Read More
Whether your porch is a wraparound or barely big enough to fit two people, these fall porch decorating ideas will inspire you to turn that front porch into a harvest of autumn colors. … … 18 Fall Porch Decorating Ideas … Fall decor for the outdoors (and a small porch) via Thrifty Decor Chick … Fall porch via Dirt Stains… Read More
With Memorial Day around the corner, everyone is busy sprucing up their yards for summer. Along with newly planted flowerbeds and hanging baskets, a spruced-up front porch is a great way to welcome the warmer weather and friends who are sure to stop by for a visit. Here are some fun summer front porch decorating ideas to get you started…. Read More
Hi friends! Today I’m showing you how to make Coffee Filter Peonies. Not only are they pretty, they are easy to make. There are so many possibilities for colors with this project too. Let’s get started, here’s what your going to need: – Coffee Filters – Scissors – Floral Wire – Floral Tape – Food Coloring – Glue or Hot… Read More
Now that all the cobwebs, skeletons and jack-o-lanterns have (hopefully) been put away, your door might be looking a little bare. Never fear! Here are 10 pretty autumn wreaths made with burlap to inspire your November door decor. No one does burlap better than Tatertots and Jello. In 2009-10, Jen started sharing her burlap wreath projects and they still show… Read More
I’ve started trimming back a lot of my outdoor plants for fall. Though I love this time of year, I do get a little sad clearing out the fading flowers from my deck and getting the planters ready for winter storage. I am especially sensitive because there is a real lack of light, and plants, in my main living space…The situation… Read More
Choosing a rug is one of the most difficult design decisions I’ve made in my house. Selecting flooring? No problem. Choosing paint colors? No big deal. Choosing a rug, even a small 2×3 for the entryway? Nearly impossible. Anyone else have this problem? In the summer I’ve resorted to using bamboo rugs in both the front entry and near the door out… Read More
Looking for the perfect backyard accessory? Don’t miss out on this step-by-step DIY hammock swing tutorial. Editors Note: This DIY hammock swing tutorial was prepared and submitted by Wendy. She participated in Season 11 of the So You Think You’re Crafty challenge. This project is a bit longer than the quick crafts and easy recipes I usually feature, but it’s so… Read More
*Tutorial by Kim @ Bugaboo, Mini, Mr & Me for her win for the Thrift Store challenge of season 11* I’m extremely excited to share a tutorial with you again! My thrift store project is fairly easy and straightforward – which is one of the things I like about it. Pretty much anyone could do this! The biggest challenge, I… Read More
Remember when crepe paper streamers and a “Happy Birthday” lettered banner were pretty much the extent of birthday party decorations? Well it was the standard at my house growing up, but boy things have changed! The craziest party decoration I’ve ever made myself were these 8 foot tall surfboards for my son’s Surf’s Up party last summer. They took some time, but… Read More
*Tutorial by Bessie @ Besserina for her win of the Knock-Off challenge* I created this version of Georgina Bedding from Anthropologie to fit a toddler bed. Sort of Anthropologie meets Posh Tots! Adjust the measurements if needed for your own personal use. Materials 1 white queen size sheet set (fitted sheet, flat sheet, 2 pillowcases) 4 4XL White Jersey T-Shirts… Read More