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Christmas posts
DIY Gift Card Box Christmas is right around the corner and I can officially say I’m getting most of my teenage and young adult nieces and nephews what they want most. Cash (in the form of gift cards)! Since gift … Continue Reading →
For Christmas this year we hosted my husband’s side of the family, 21 folks in all. And with that many people making the effort to share the holiday with us, I like to do something special for a little fun … Continue Reading →
I have a Christmas project for you and hopefully I’ve brought it to you early enough so that you can grab your supplies. Old wooden canes!! Besides canes, you’ll also need some wide painters tape and red and white chalk … Continue Reading →
When I attended the Christmas bazaar at Chartreuse and Co last year I was struck by how many sleds they used in their decor. Whether next to a fireplace, front porch or table centerpiece. Decorated with wreaths, skates, greenery, bows, … Continue Reading →
This Christmas tin has been sitting in my donate pile for a couple years now. Every time I’ve gathered all my junk to make a donation I’ve put this tin aside. I know it has hidden potential. It’s time for a … Continue Reading →
I have another cute jewelry box for you straight from the thrift store. He spoke to me not just because he was half price ($3.00) but because he had an abundance of little drawers. I wasn’t too crazy about the … Continue Reading →
Christmas is right around the corner and you have no time to start any new projects. I totally understand, and that is why I’m bringing you a super easy DIY, a burlap and twine wreath that can be used year round. … Continue Reading →
I got a late start on Christmas shopping this year, but I think I’m finally catching up. Over the last couple weeks, I think I’ve hit every store. Ok, maybe I’ve missed a few. On one of my many travels, … Continue Reading →
Today I’m bringing back two of my old projects. They are teaming up for a Christmas advent calendar. First up, a pallet wood cubby organizer. I first brought these shelves to you last March filled with mementos, souvenirs and other assorted junk. If you … Continue Reading →
Down at the bottom of my yard you’ll find about a dozen stumps from a pine tree that died last year. Hubby took the tree down last fall and he split most of the logs for firewood. I think hubs pooped … Continue Reading →
75 Homemade Gift Ideas Welcome back, I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving with family, friends and good food. Today I’m bringing you 75 of the best homemade, DIY gifts I could find on the internet for everyone on … Continue Reading →
In September I had the opportunity to visit Chartreuse and Company’s Fall Market Days. The place was loaded with furniture and crafts with a farmhouse, sometime shabby chic style. In early November they started their holiday bash and I had … Continue Reading →
Over the Thanksgiving holiday my family all got together and rented a house on the Chesapeake Bay. Considering it was late November we had beautiful weather. It wasn’t quite bikini weather (OK, it’s never bikini weather) but it was, put … Continue Reading →
75 Homemade Gift Ideas The holidays are approaching really fast and if you’re the type of person who always likes to give a homemade gift, well I have the list for you. I’ve found 75 great gifts from around the … Continue Reading →
It is so hard for me to believe that Christmas is just a few weeks away. And because I know you are super busy, I have a couple of easy stars to get you into the spirit of the holiday. … Continue Reading →
Before I get started on this weeks DIY, I wanted to share with you a Thanksgiving cheese ball we made last year, just to get you in the mood. Originally made by Angela at Handmade in the Heartland, you can … Continue Reading →
Normally I’m not thinking Christmas ornaments this time of year, I’m still planning my Thanksgiving supper, but when the Junk Visionaries tell you that the monthly theme for November is Junk Christmas ornaments or decor, well it’s time to bring … Continue Reading →
When I shared last weeks build-a-snowman kit I mentioned that it was son #3’s birthday. Yes, he was born kind of close to Christmas and he was so eager to get in on the gift giving that he had to have … Continue Reading →