I'm a dollar store fan for LIFE- and it's not because I walk in and fall in love with everything they have. BUT, it is because they have some great base pieces for even better prices, and I can fix them up and make them my own. It's budget-friendly AND easy to transform dollar store decor into elegant, beautiful pieces you'll love for years to come. Let me give you some tips and examples! example 1 I stumbled on this little mushroom at my local 99 cent store and so many ideas came to ... continue reading...
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Cheap Farmhouse Centerpiece Idea
I feel like decor prices just keep getting higher and higher... along with everything else for that matter. Unfortunately, my desire for a cozy, warm, beautiful home hasn't quite changed... so I'm having to get creative. It's 100% possible to have a beautiful home on a budget, "even in this economy!" I'm going to tell you how to make a cheap farmhouse centerpiece that you'll use for years to come, and in every season! what you need hammer (the hammer fist is my all-time-favorite)! ... continue reading...
DIY Heirloom Pumpkin Decor
I don't know if you've seen the price of pumpkins this year, but wowza! They're pretty pricey, especially if you're wanting to grab a few for decorating your porch- like what I was wanting to do! But, where there's a will there's a way... and that led me to this DIY heirloom pumpkin decor. I'm going to save you some money and give you some tips so you can make your own too!!! what you'll need cardboard sharpie or pen hot glue gun scissors paint- totally your choice but I used ... continue reading...
DIY Cardboard Craft for Fall with FREE Pattern
I've been trying to think of some out-of-the-box Fall decor to mix it up this year... something that isn't a turkey, a leaf, a pumpkin. And then it hit me... lattes. I'm not really a pumpkin spice latte girl myself, but I DO enjoy a good cup of coffee in the Fall (or anytime really, but especially the Fall). It gives me allllll the cozy, warm vibes, and I absolutely love it! So, that's where this little DIY cardboard craft for Fall comes in... it's a little different, a little unique, and a ... continue reading...
Easy DIY Turkey Decor for Fall
I grabbed this little felt turkey from the 99 cent store for you guessed it... 99 cents. And it's not really my style, but I knew I could make it my own!! I'm going to show you how to make your own easy DIY turkey decor for Fall, too! Don't worry, if you don't have the same felt turkey to start, there's plenty of pictures online you can snag and attempt to outline yourself! how to make easy diy turkey decor for fall I started by tracing my felt turkey, but again, you can ... continue reading...
Best Advent Calendars to Get in the Spirit
News flash- advent calendars are not JUST for kids, okay!? They are 100% for us adults too and I will die on this hill. And if you're not an advent calendar gal, I'm about to change your mind. Let's talk about why you need to check out the best advent calendars to get in the spirit. Okay, so firstly, I want to say the advent calendar can mean whatever you want it to. Of course, the build up is always leading to Jesus' birthday, but why and how you do it is your choice and your choice ... continue reading...
Simple Fall Flashcards for Decorating
I've always LOVED using flashcards for decorating- mainly for sprucing up little vignettes. Grab a flower frog, stick the flashcard in, and it's easy as that! I've got some free printouts for you to get started- you'll have simple fall flashcards for decorating in NO time! easy fall decor Print out my FREE flashcard download HERE! I've got all different kinds of fall words for you to pick from and even 2 different backgrounds. One is just white and the other is a more "yellow" background, ... continue reading...
DIY Candy Corn Decor with Free Pattern
This DIY candy corn decor is made from cardboard and seriously SO easy to throw together! It's budget-friendly and perfect to do with kids, too!! I'm going to walk you through exactly how to make it, and I've even got a free pattern for you to make it THAT much easier! what you'll need my FREE candy corn pattern cardboard scissors sharpie white/cream, yellow, orange and purple (optional) paint paint brush round sponge brush jute string hole punch how to ... continue reading...
How to Make No Sew Curtain Valance
Curtains change a room, but they can be really intimidating if you don't sew. Luckily, I have a no-sew curtain solution for you! I'm gonna show you how to make a no-sew curtain valance that will complete any room in your home! Of course, you can sew this curtain as well, but for you non-sewing ladies out there, I've got you. To make it even better - this one is SO budget friendly! For the record, I HATE to sew. My mom is amazing at it, but not me. It is not in my wheelhouse. Maybe you ... continue reading...
Peel and Stick Backsplash: Yes or No?
Okay, you're here because you're wondering if a peel and stick backsplash is for you, right? I've done the groundwork, got my hands dirty, and I've got some thoughts... but I'll be honest up front and tell you- IT DEPENDS. A little background on my situation: I moved into my husband's home recently (when we got married), and his home's a little dated. He's a guy, he doesn't care, and truth be told, nothing is actually wrong with the kitchen or backsplash he had. In fact, it may even be ... continue reading...
