Let's take a look at the Round Top Antiques Week Vintage Trends Fall 2021 edition! Every spring and fall as I drive through the Texas countryside and steer my car toward vintage Heaven excitement builds with every turn. What treasures will I find, what trends will I see, what great conversations will transpire and what flavor pie will I devour from Royer's Pie Haven? All topics of perfect daydreams. The fall show at Round Top didn't disappoint this year. My trip was lightning fast, ... continue reading...
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How to Make A Beautiful Terra Cotta Pot Rooted in Christ
Learn how to make a beautiful Terra Cotta Pot stamped with an inspirational quote "Rooted in Christ". Add a pretty plant and a tag for a sweet gift idea. This terra cotta pot was so simple to make. You can use any stencil that you like, but I just love the Rooted in Christ stencil. It really spoke to me. Plus, it is the perfect graphic to add to a planter! Supplies for Terra Cotta Pot Rooted in Christ Mesh Stencil - Rooted in Christ Paint - Almond Daze Gel Art Ink - ... continue reading...
How To Make A Welcome Fall Wreath Banner DIY
This lovely welcome fall wreath banner DIY is super simple to make and will be a great addition to your fall decor. Let me show you how easy it is to make so you can make your own festive fall banner! Today I'm sharing a fun Maker's Studio Project using a welcome fall wreath stencil on drop cloth to create a fall banner. Drop cloth is a wonderful, inexpensive fabric alternative. It’s soft and muted in color, and a little worn looking. To me that adds charm. ... continue reading...
Dried Flower Wall Hanging
How to make a dried flower wall hanging If you know me well, you know I carry gloves and garden clippers in my car at all times. I am always up for a roadside pit stop that involves beautiful wildflowers. They are perfect to fill an old vase with and even better to hang and dry for scrumptious decor. The price is pretty nice too! Do you ever go on nature walks or take time to really inspect the roadsides when you drive around town? If you aren't literally stopping to smell the ... continue reading...
Thrifted Shelf For Decor
I picked up this thrifted shelf decor piece at a garage sale. If you are part of The Salvaged Society with me(and if not you should be!), you saw when I got this rickety old shelf and what it looked like when I got it. It was a bright submarine yellow color that was very loud and obviously doesn't go with my decor. BUT - I love the bones and the look of it and knew it would fit in my house in one of two spots. First, it just needed a fresh coat of paint. I used Amy Howard At ... continue reading...
Halloween Mantel Using Newspaper Decor Ideas
I'm back with a fun Halloween mantel using newspaper decor ideas! I've had such a blast making the bad headlines spooky in a good way this year. Here are three fun ways to use newspaper for fun neutral Halloween decorations. Last year I had to turn the TV, especially the news, OFF. I just couldn't take it anymore. My life felt overwhelming...pending divorce, COVID, elections, it was just too much. Some may say it's not good to stick your head in the sand, but I say your mental health is ... continue reading...
Large Wall Hanging Tutorial
How to make a large wall hanging Well, here it is - finally. The large wall hanging in my living room gets the most questions out of anything in my home. I can't believe it took me this long to get the tutorial to you! Honestly, it's a cinch to make and is so adaptable to the size and colors you need for your space. Here are the basics: How to make a large rag wall hanging Gather your fabric. I used three types of fabric in my wall hanging: an old cotton bed sheet ($1 at a garage ... continue reading...
Three Budget Halloween Decor Ideas From Newspaper
These three budget Halloween decor ideas made from newspaper are the perfect way to infuse your Halloween decorations with some inexpensive fun. I LOVE to decorate for Halloween and each year I mix it up by picking a new theme as a jumping-off point for my decor. This year I decided the headlines are nothing but scary, so they are PERFECT for a Halloween craft supply. I don't get the newspaper at our house anymore but when I saw it at the Dollar Tree I grabbed a copy and decided ... continue reading...
DIY Glow In The Dark Halloween Decor
Get your porch ready for Halloween with these DIY glow-in-the-dark Halloween decor ideas! Seriously simple Halloween Decor that will have trick or treaters coming back for more! These fun ideas are sponsored by Rust-Oleum Imagine, all ideas are mine! Honestly, I can't get enough of fun Halloween decor. I might be one of the only people you know with almost as many Halloween decorating items as Christmas. My attic is a mess! It's the one time of year you can really let the fun fly and use ... continue reading...
How to Update an Old Dictionary with Stencils
Learn how to update an old dictionary with a beautiful mesh stencil. This upcycled book can be used to decorate your home in so many fun and simple ways. Read on for all the details... On one of my thrift store visits, I found a lovely set of old dictionaries for $2! (BTW - have you joined The Salvaged Society yet so you can tag along on my thrifting adventures? More info HERE!) There was no way I could pass them up. Decorating with old books is one of my favorite things to do. But, I ... continue reading...