When you’re not looking to spend a lot, but want elegant high-end Christmas ornaments, look no further than cheap plastic orbs and spray paint! It never ceases to amaze me that sometimes the cheapest items can be used to craft such beautiful things. These are 96 cent plastic ornaments, a price tag I can definitely […]
The Thank You Jar
I want to help my children become kind, courteous, self-less little people who put one another other first. Nobody pinch me, I know I’m dreaming!! But if there were ever a dream worthy of pursuit, this would be it. Being courteous isn’t much of a challenge when it is to those outside the home, but sometimes we […]
My Orange Pomander at Remodelaholic
I have a beautiful holiday project I’m sharing over at Remodelaholic today. It’s an oldie but a goody! Remember orange cloved pomanders? Some of you made them in girl scouts and boy scouts, others made them over the holidays with their family… well I’ve got a beautiful twist on pomander making that will brighten up your holiday […]
Giving Thanks Place Setting
Of all the holidays I think Thanksgiving is the best. Well maybe it just has the potential to bring out our best if we take the time to truly show our thankfulness. One way to do that? Individualize place mats for your Thanksgiving dinner table with a personal note! Let each of your guests and family members […]
Leaf Like Napkin Rings
The holidays are right around the corner, and table settings seem to be on everyone’s to-do list. Well boy have I got an easy and beautiful project for your dinner table. Leaf shaped napkin rings! And don’t just think Thanksgiving dinner, these pretty napkin rings can really be used year round! Supplies: All you need is a […]
Hostess Gift: A DIY Basketful of Spring
Looking for the perfect hostess gift for that Spring party or Easter dinner you’ve been invited to? I saw these gorgeous wire bags via Pottery Barn (currently no longer available), and thought it would make a lovely hostess gift! Even better, you can make 3 or 4 wire bags yourself for the cost of one roll of […]
5 Detailed Tips To Make Your Home Comfortable for Guests
Or 5 Ways To Be A Serial Hostess… I love having guests over, it is the best part of the holidays! Well, my husband would tell you otherwise, but don’t listen to him. It’s just that he sees what none of my guests see… a crazy lady flying about the house for a good two […]
Pinspired Holidays
Ok, I confess, I’m not too traditional, I tend to think of the holidays as vacation time to break out the board games, and put my feet up! *giggle* No, but on a more serious note, our family has committed to keeping the holidays simple and each year giving the extra pennies that would have been […]
The Year Round Valentine
I admit it, I’m just not the holiday celebrating type. I heard that! Your jaw just hit the floor in disbelief…sorry! I had to be honest. Love me anyway! I’ve always figured that a no-stress no-expectation approach to the holidays was  best…especially for the sake of my man! *giggle* Inevitably my manly (but oh so […]
