I had plans to decorate the entire house the other day. Big plans. I managed to get the mantel done before my back said, “Enough!” This thing is so big, I decided to just put it on the floor to start with. It was either stoop over it or climb up and down the ladder. […]
Patriotic Tea Light Lampshade
I love this project so much! I think you will too because it’s really quick, easy & cheap! Start with a goblet. I get mine at the Dollar Store. There are different sizes of goblets, which affect how the shade will sit. So getting the shade the right size is a bit of trial […]
Decorative Serving Tray – Stars & Stripes
Paint a decorative serving tray with a removable canvas inset, then you can use the tray for different holidays!
Contemporary Christmas Wreath Update
Ohhh, it looks so much better on the client’s door, dontcha think? Here’s a close-up – I just may have to do some more square & rectangular wreaths next year. I saw these on BHG, but I like mine better. And one for fall from BHG.com. If you missed my tutorial post on how to […]
Chocolate & Gold Christmas Tree
This actually isn’t my tree – I did this for a client last week. But I thought it was a little different. I wish the pictures had turned out better because, in person, the tree is gorgeous.Here’s the tree in it’s natural beauty. It’s a full 11’ tall. I brought an assortment of ribbon and […]
Christmas in Bronze, Rust & Gold
In my goal to post here daily, I must come clean . . . I’m pooped. There are a lot of great things about being self-employed – one being a very flexible schedule. One of the downfalls – a very flexible schedule. You work always – seven days a week, all hours of the day […]
Outdoor Christmas Decor
Yes, it’s getting that close! Years ago, when I did florals for a living, I used to decorate a lot of private homes, which was always fun . . . and lucrative. Now, I’m down to a my house, my mom’s, a community clubhouse, and a gated community. The community hired me last year to […]