DIYs How To Add Entertaining Space To the Backyard
Remember when I showed you this space? I hinted about what was to come. I explained something special was about to happen right here. I said that it would be a before and after of epic proportions. And then? I asked you what you thought we’d build in this space. So many of you told me what you thought was...
RECIPES How To Host A Charcuterie Party
Wondering how to host a charcuterie party? All the tips, ideas and the simplest idea to create a mini charcuterie that can be shared with friends. Just between us? I actually wrote this post for me. So I won’t forget. So one day when I am old and gray and sitting on a rocking chair watching the sun set over...
DIYs How To Paint a Checkerboard Floor on Plywood
If you are looking for an easy and affordable floor project? Here’s how to paint a checkerboard floor on plywood. disclosure: This post is sponsored by FrogTape You asked for it? You. Got. It. When I shared the before and after bedroom makeover, the number one question I got asked over and over and over and over again? How did...
Holidays Valentine’s Tiered Tray Gift Idea
disclosure: this post is sponsored by Better Homes & Gardens at Walmart. I love this cactus heart. (total aside: this is a real, actual cactus that’s shaped like a heart. I don’t know how they do it. I just know it’s cute and cactusy.) Almost as much as I love my mother. And my mother-in-law. And my sweet, sweet sister-in-law....
CHRISTMAS How To DIY Large Christmas Ornaments
Looking for affordable ornaments for your Christmas tree? Here’s a simple tutorial on how to DIY large Christmas ornaments. What do you think these are? A fish bowl? A garage sale Tupperware find? A nail dipping bowl from the manicure shop? Ummm. Nope. Not even close. What they are is so amazing that your head will spin. I was looking...
CHRISTMAS 21 Easy DIY Christmas Gift Wrap Ideas
Looking for easy ideas for DIY Christmas gift wrap? Here are 21 ways to creatively wrap all the gifts under the tree. When it comes to Christmas? I feel like the gift is half the journey. The rest of the year I’m stuffing things in bags with leftover crinkled gift wrap, but for the month of December? I turn into...
CHRISTMAS 7 Creative Ideas For Christmas Tree Toppers
Looking for Christmas Tree Toppers that are unique and creative? Here are 7 tree toppers that take decorating to the next level. // similar white Christmas trees // O Christmas tree. O Christmas tree. How lovely are your branches. I love a good branch, but when it comes to the tree? The icing on the top is the topper. In...
CHRISTMAS 14 Unique and Creative Tree Skirts
I got one tree up yesterday. And guess what? I USED A FUR TREE COLLAR. Please tell me you haven’t heard of that yet. I wanted to be the first to tell you that fur tree collars like this are apparently a thing. I’m finishing up some DIY ornaments I’m working on that I’ll share tomorrow. But until then? I...
CHRISTMAS 15 Simple Christmas Decor Ideas
Christmas doesn’t have to be complicated. Looking for simple Christmas decor ideas? I’m sharing 15 simple and easy ways to decorate for Christmas. When I asked for Christmas questions? So many of you responded with how to keep it simple when you decorate for Christmas. Simple, easy tips for decking the halls and making it merry. As the current owner...
CHRISTMAS How To Tie a Christmas Bow
Looking for ideas on how to tie a Christmas bow? Here are three of my top bow-making secrets and four different types of bows. Do you know the number one question I got asked for this series about getting ready for Christmas? How to tie a bow. I was so happy when I saw the question because I have been...