Happy Fall Y'all - Kitchen Pumpkin Decor

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This scarecrow is so cute.  I actually bought him for our backyard, but once I got him home, I propped him up in the corner that enters our kitchen... and I decided to keep him there :)

The Fall decor in my kitchen was really easy to throw together.  I just bought a few real pumpkins, then found the Burlap lined wire basket, the pie sign and the little wood pumpkin crate on sale at Michaels for under $20 total.

A major no no to many people are the use of silk flowers.  Oh no, no faux :)  Many swear that they will only use fresh flowers.  But that does get pretty expensive.  So yes, I did use silk flowers... Please don't hold it against me.  I am okay with them if they are a good quality.  Although I should mention that I do use only fresh flowers when they are at the dining table. When people sit close to them, it becomes obvious when they are faux!  I had gotten the silk Fall leaves, flowers and floral picks at an after season clearance sale and I like to be able to use and re-use them.  I put a mason jar in the back corner for the flowers.  I popped the floral picks into a few places (wherever I thought they looked good).  The scale I already had from a prior thrift store trip... and the chalkboard I had previously DIY'd for $3.

I did not take the time to do fancy chalk art (although I probably should).  For now I just put a cute little saying on it.

 I love the way the fall colors pop off of my dark backsplash wall.

How do you feel about the use of silk flowers?  I'd love to hear your thoughts...

Happy Fall Y'all...

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Our DIY Painted Pumpkins

PLEASE WAIT LOADING ,,,,,,,,, Every year in the fall, I love to put out my painted pumpkins! I have been doing these topiary pumpkins for a few years now, and they are still going strong! They are artificial pumpkins that I decorate with paint and sponge brushes. Through the weather changes, they need some touch ups every now and then. Here is what the front porch looks like this year:

What I love abnut these pumpkins, is that I can keep them up throughout the fall season, including Thanksgiving! When I change out the wreath and take off the spider/webs, it becomes a great festive porch for the entire season! I love decorating for this time of year, and I smile when I pull into the driveway. To see what the pumpkins looked like last year and for the full DIY tutorial, go HERE.

Liquor, Mags, and Books on Wheels: A DIY.

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Since I found my chair and ottoman, I’ve been frequenting the same thrift store to see what I can find. I recently found this table and gave it some TLC last weekend. This is what it looked like before:



As you can see it was not so good looking. With a price tag of $5.00, I figured it was worth the risk to see if I could restore to it to the potential image that I conjured up in my mind. To tackle the project, I first made a trip to Lowes and bought


two cans of premium Rust-o-leum high gloss white spray paint. I already had that spray attachment pictured. It makes it easier to spray paint and I have more control over the process. The Minwax Lacquer clear satin finish and sealer was purchased at Walmart. However, I am sure one can get that at Lowes or Home Depot too. I chose spray painting over painting (using a brush)because the piece is small and there is less mess and less cleaning up involved. I want to also add that I lightly sanded the piece and cleaned it thoroughly prior to painting. I didn’t prime it because I purchased a Premium Spray paint, but I would recommend priming prior too.

I also purchased new casters since the piece was missing one. Those were purchased from Lowes.

I am pleased with how it turned out and I love its versatility. I can use it to store my books/magazines and also, I can wheel my liquor from room to room. Gotta love that! If you have a Harris Teeter(those of you residing in the States)near you, they are having a sale on the Cavit Pinot Grigio!. As you can see, I’m going to need another bottle soon…



I purposely chose those casters/wheels with a hint of copper because I love how they contrast with the white.  This thrift find was definitely worth the $5 splurge, don’t you think? I am loving the weather right now, so this weekend is sure to be a great one! I hope it will be the same for you too!! Enjoy! XX 

Fall in Love With Fall

PLEASE WAIT LOADING ,,,,,,,,, This is my favorite time of year! I love the crisp air, warm sweaters and the leaves turning colors. Why not put together some of my favorite images of fall to inspire us all to decorate for the season?!? Enjoy!

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What a pretty season! Make sure to check back later this week to see how I decorated our front porch for fall!

How to Pick the Right Paint Color

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Have you ever had trouble picking paint colors for your walls?  Don't feel bad, because I think we all have!  Sometimes picking paint colors can be difficult even for the best decorators.  Trying to pick a color from a little paint chip is almost impossible to get right on the first try.  The lighting, furnishings and surroundings in a room can completely change the look of a color.  A paint chip is not a large enough representation of what a color will actually look like when it's up in an entire room.   

I admit that I've actually had my husband re-paint a room three times until I got it right.  Since then I've started painting samples on the wall in the room I am working on.  It helps me to get a much more accurate look at the color... It may cost a few dollars for samples, but ultimately it saves time and money, because you don't have to paint, paint and re-paint a room... (sorry honey!).   My wonderful husband, who does all of my painting, probably prefers that I get it right the first time from now on :)

I leave my painted samples on the wall for a few days, making sure to look at them several different times a day (since lighting changes throughout the day, it is best to look at them morning, noon and night) to see and know for sure which you like best.  If you decide you don't like any of them, then it's off to the store for a few more samples.  But at least this way you didn't paint an entire room before realizing that it is the wrong color for you. 

In case you were wondering, in the above posted picture, if I had painted my headboard?  No I did not.  That is not a real headboard.  It is a wall that is painted dark chocolate with trim moulding (casing) around the edge to make it look like a headboard.  Since I am re-doing my master bedroom, this faux headboard is going away... which made it a perfect place to sample these new colors.  

Most paint and home improvement stores now have sample jars available that can be mixed for most of their colors.  These samples are large enough to paint about a 3 foot square on your wall, which is much better to look at than a tiny paint chip!!!

I am working on re-doing my master bedroom.  So, yesterday I got a number of paint samples from Lowe's.  They are less than $3 each and are worth every penny!

The current color of my master bedroom is sort of a baby blue (it is more intense of a color than this picture is showing and it is a bit too blue for me).  I want something with a bit more grey in it.  I want the room to have a peaceful serene retreat feeling (not feel like a baby boy's room).  The top left sample color is "Light Silver Sage" from Restoration Hardware.  I've used this color once before (about 5 years ago) at a rental we used to live in.  I love the color!  The color on the right is called "Linen".  I am loving this color too but I'm thinking about using it elsewhere in our house.  The middle color is the one I've decided to use for our bedroom.  I actually mixed the light silver sage 50/50 with a lighter greyish white sample that I have.  I love the outcome of my mixed color.  I am going to go back to Lowe's to have them do a custom paint match of the color for me.  

Most paint stores have a computer that can take any color and match it for you and mix you custom paint.  Color matching is a free service and a good way to get a specific color that you can't necessarily find on a paint chip.  

Over the next couple of weeks our master bedroom will be undergoing some major transformations... A wood wall treatment, new paint, new mouldings, new beds (yes, I said beds, plural... I will explain that in the future).  Also, possibly new DIY headboards. some fun furniture changes, new lighting and more... I can't wait to share each step of it as we progress.

Looking forward to next time,
Happy decorating!

Open Shelves in the Kitchen.

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I really love the look of having open shelves in ones kitchen showcasing ones beautiful wares. But, I struggle enough with having a clutter free countertop that I know whilst I really, really love this look, I would be crazy to embrace it in my own kitchen. I am not very efficient at consistently keeping things organized where I would  feel comfortable enough to dare 'place it all on display'. In fact, I am happy that I am able to hide all my “disorganization” behind my lovely cupboard doors. Nonetheless, each time I see

a kitchen space like this with open shelves with everything looking so pretty AND organized, I feel warm and fuzzy inside.

How do you all feel about open shelves in the kitchen? One day, when my boys are older, maybe then I'll have the time to be able to keep it all organized in the kitchen and show it all off with my open shelves... Happy Tuesday everyone and a warm welcome to my new readers:-)! XX

P.S. Apologies about the lack of posts and visits. I’ve  just been extremely busy being Mommy.

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Home Improvement and Home Remodeling Tips .

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Home Improvement and Remodeling Tips

Home Improvement and Home Remodeling. The prospect of the real estate market improving is far from sight, and more and more Americans are facing the dilemma of whether to sell their homes or stick it out where they live. If you are deciding to stay put, it would make sense to spend your money wisely on improving your home and doing repairs or renovations. When doing your home improvement projects, one of the goals to achieve is to increase your home’s market value. Here are a few tips for your success.

Remodeling Tips: Know exactly what you want for your Home Improvement and Home Remodeling. Before starting anything, put your plans into writing. Allot some time for you to give your home a thorough assessment. Walk through your home as if you are a buyer. Have a pen and paper handy and walk through every room of your house. Once done, inspect the exterior of your home. Note down your observations, focusing mainly on repairs, home improvements, or remodeling that need to be done.

Home Remodeling Tips: If the entire house has to be renovated over time, list all your renovation projects according to priority. Get the advice of an architect or an engineer before starting on a major Home Remodeling project. Let them guide you on the best and the most inexpensive way to go about with your home renovation.

Check with your city or town hall if a building permit is necessary for the renovation you have in mind.

Home Remodeling Tips: Hire a capable contractor for your Home Improvement plans. Get somebody who comes highly recommended by friends, relatives, or your local building-supply store. Request for references and make sure to check them. Have at least three companies to look at the job and present to you a written estimate. Don’t accept estimates from contractors who have not inspected your area. Some warning signs you have to watch out for when dealing with fly-by-night contractors are very large deposits or quotes that are too good to be true for your better Home Remodeling.

Home Remodeling Tips: Always get a written contract before the Home Improvement project begins. Make sure that in the contract, prices are broken down, and the work specifications and materials are itemized. Make sure the contract contains the company’s name and address. Needless to say, never sign a blank contract. Likewise, ask about the warranty and make sure that it is included in the contract for doing your Home Remodeling.

Home Improvement warning. Keep the down payments to a minimum. A 10 % down payment is reasonable. Never make the mistake of paying in full before the project is completed. If contractors talk you into making a large down payment in order to pay for materials, never concede. Reputable contracting companies have enough credit to pay for needed materials. You need to have a hold on your contractor to ensure that they finish the job. You also have to ensure that you will be saved from financial loss in the event that the company declared bankruptcy before the renovation of your home is completed.

Arrange your own financing. This way you can save on interest charges and control your payment to the contractor when problems arise. The cost of borrowing can be very high, so when it comes to shopping for credit you must be very shrewd. So now you know more about Home Improvement and Home Remodeling.

Backyard Designs, Design Your Backyard, Gardening

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Backyard Designs - Sprucing Your Backyard on a Budget. Design Your Backyard. 

Backyard Designs. There is nothing like an attractive backyard to make summer and spring seasons spent at home more enjoyable and relaxing. It is exhilarating to stretch out in your patio surrounded by colorful flowers, flourishing plant life and shrubbery. Remodeling your backyard may have been an earnest desire that you have been planning for ages, but the thought of spending largely on it has kept you from realizing that dream. It’s time to tap into your DIY spirit and discover ways of sprucing up your backyard without getting a loan or breaking the bank. Think about your best Backyard Designs.

Backyard Designs - Design Your Backyard, It’s all in the presentation

Backyard Designs. Most homeowners consider their garden as the focal part in their homes, especially because it is in the exterior part of the house and is visible to everyone. One effective way of livening up your backyard gardens is by creating shades with trellises and arbors and tending vegetables on raised beds. You can make use of recycled lumber that you can often get cheaply or at no cost. If you have the time, visit construction sites or lumberyards and make use of their piles of scrap.

Search for DIY Backyard Design Ideas, the internet is full of them. You can also get your inspiration from numerous gardening sites, and come up with an affordable version of your own. Let your imagination fly.

Backyard Designs - Perk up the patio, Design Your Backyard

The backyard patio is a favorite venue, for family and loved ones, to hang out and get together for barbecues and lazy conversations. Furnish your patio with stylish and comfortable furniture without buying new ones. Start by looking inside your house for some chairs or tables that have been unused for years and reinvent them to suit your patio. Wooden furniture can come to life with a fresh coat of paint and can be made to look classic with a particular finish. You can also save money by being actively on the lookout for furniture clearance sales. This is where you can buy chaise lounges, picnic tables, barbecue equipment, and many more for a small fraction of their original price.

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Backyard Designs - Design Your Backyard, Go green

Awesome Backyard Designs. Creating a beautiful backyard often entails planting and cultivating colorful plants. Although being on a budget can make plant selection and maintenance a bit tricky. The best thing that you can do is to choose plants that require very little maintenance, and use local plants that have been proven to thrive in your area. If unsure, there is no information that you can’t find online. You can also get the advice from local gardeners and garden supply shops. Landscaping can be a complicated task, but take it as something that you don’t have to do drastically. You can tackle the job a bit by bit, giving yourself ample time to complete the project. If your budget would allow you, you can have some of the jobs done by a landscaper. If so, shop for services wisely.

Again, you don’t have to go beyond your budget to pull of your Backyard Designs project. You can have a serene and charming backyard patio area with resourcefulness and a lot of imagination.

Garden Remodeling For The Best Garden Design .

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Garden Improvement and Garden Remodeling For The Best Garden Design

Garden Improvement and Garden Remodeling. Are you looking to have the best garden ever? Do you think it is very hard to accomplish? Think again, because there are some easy ways to make your garden as appealing like the ones you seen on TV. It doesn’t necessarily mean a fortune to make your dream a reality.

Garden Remodeling. Did you know that a home with nice looking garden increases its market value? That is indeed true. So think about Garden Improvement. For anyone looking for a home to buy, they usually use the garden as their deciding factor. This is most especially when the garden has a pool, nice landscape and others.

The garden is the special part of the house meant to provide relaxation so pay more attention on your Garden Improvement. This is typically found outdoors. This is enhanced with a good landscape filled with growing plants and blossoming flowers. This is the haven for any family member who likes to feel peace after a day’s work. This is the perfect place to review lessons for the children. This is also the location to enjoy a weekend barbeque bonding for the whole family. So, aside from spending money, time and effort to make the interior seem extravagant, the Garden Improvement must likewise get the same attention.

Is Garden Remodeling expensive? For people on a budget, by simply planting one or two trees would do well. With that, you can ensure that there will be an ample sun shade while the sun is up on a lovely afternoon rest. You can have Bermuda grass all over so it can match the ambiance of the trees. By putting up a garden swing made of wood for the centerpiece of your garden would also do great. Otherwise, you can put a garden set that can be perfect for a warm breakfast or a couple’s dinner out. When you have kids, spending quality time with them is very important. You can do that even while at home. You can get them an inflatable pool and assemble it whenever you have time and enjoy the summer breeze right from home.

Extravagant garden improvement is very diverse. There are many ways to remodel your garden when you already save some funds meant especially for the garden. You can contact some providers to take care of the landscape. In addition, you can put up an in-ground pool. A swimming pool can certainly make the Backyard Gardens look great and can increase the selling price of your home. A pool or even just a Jacuzzi would be great to be enjoyed by any family member. It is certain that any age group will enjoy dipping in a pool. Another great addition is a gazebo. It could have an indoor small pool in it. You can add one bed that can be used for one person to unwind. It is a great place to perform yoga and perform some reflections. It will not just be made for personal use but can also be the place to entertain your guests.

Whatever you have in mind, if you have the determination and focus to reach it, you can make it come true. It is just a matter of savings and creativity. In no time, you dream garden is achievable. So now you know more about Garden Improvement, Garden Design and Garden Remodeling, 

Home Improvement Cost, Home Improvement Ideas .

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Home Improvement - Budget Friendly Home Improvement Ideas

Home Improvement Ideas. People are becoming more and more interested in improving their homes. Not only does it make their place more pleasant to live in, it also boosts the overall value of their property.

To save money, you may take on home improvement projects by yourself. However, for major projects that you are not comfortable doing yourself you may hire a professional to do the job. Here are a few Home Improvement ideas to improve your home without breaking your budget.

Home Improvement Ideas, Home Improvement Cost calculator

Home Improvement ideas: Put on a fresh coat of paint. This is the cheapest and the easiest way to give your home that much needed face lift. With new paint, rooms can look different and appear more vibrant and neat. You can either choose the latest trendy shades or something that would complement your furniture.

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Reface your kitchen cabinets. The process is tedious, but it’s simple enough o be done by yourself. It’s worth it though. Your kitchen will have a fresh new look without spending a great deal. Applying new paint and placing new handles to your kitchen cabinets would also add to the overall effect. Adding faces to your kitchen cabinets is a cheaper alternative to installing entirely new ones.

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Home Improvement tips: Add a picture window to your living room. This is a great idea especially when you have a great view outdoors. Just think of the many relaxing hours you can enjoy reclining on your seat while feasting on the lovely view. Another good thing about picture windows is that they allow natural light to come in. Some manufacturers make combination picture windows that also allow air in. Picture windows come in various shapes and sizes. Choose one that suits your home best.

Home Improvement tips: Add or replace your bathroom mirror. A new mirror in the bathroom would give it a new look, plus it would make your bathroom appear bigger. If you can move your medicine cabinet elsewhere you can place a big mirror in its place thus giving you more space. You can also reface your bathroom vanity doors and make it look Victorian, country, or contemporary.

Home Improvement tips: Add character to your home with molding. A decorative molding around the ceiling can give any room a complete makeover. Molding is not exclusively for the ceiling though. It can provide finishing touches to your home or used to highlight certain features, like your fireplace. Home Improvement Cost.

Home Improvement tips: Update the lighting in your hallways and rooms. Lighting is an essential element that completes any room. It can also set the mood for your home. In designing lighting for your home, consider the activities done in a certain area and find the most suitable type of lighting for it. There is a wide variety of lighting styles and fixtures to choose from, such as recessed lighting, track lighting, sconces, table lamps, chandeliers, etc.

There are many more affordable Home Improvement Ideas that you can carry out. It would be good to have a list of all the improvements you are planning to do and arrange them in order of importance. You can achieve all the home improvement ideas in your list over time.

Backyard Landscaping Ideas - Make a Big Change .

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Backyard Landscaping Ideas

Backyard Landscaping is usually governed by a person’s taste. Just like people’s varying preferences in clothes or home decorations, people’s aspirations for landscaping vary from one person to another. Backyard landscaping is a form of art, and its beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.

Your plain and dreary backyard can be transformed into an appealing and interesting area in your house. This project need not be an expensive feat. Backyard landscaping is a pleasurable activity that channels your creativity.

Begin your wonderful journey towards a perfectly landscaped backyard by doing an overall assessment of the one that you presently have. Note its present condition and its potentials. Now, let your imagination run free and visualize what you would like to accomplish. You must have a clear picture of the how your backyard would look like once landscaping is completed.

Backyard Landscaping is more than just changing the arrangement of plants and statues in your Backyard Gardens. Here are some ideas on what more can be done. Consider a Garden.

Gardening is one of the most popular ways to relieve stress. Spending time outdoors with fresh air and getting your hands dirty can have calming effects to your body and soul.

Gardening has been a pastime favored by people of all ages, and is an activity that everyone in the family can enjoy and take part in. Growing plants like sunflowers and watermelons can make the activity even more exciting.

So, think about enhancing your backyard with a potted garden. You can use portable planters, large pots or wooden barrels.

Backyard Landscaping - Add Some Lighting

This is an affordable change that you can make in your backyard. Although inexpensive, the lighting can actually make your backyard appear luxurious. In addition, it also brings a soothing mood and makes the walkways safer after dusk.

Backyard Landscaping - Consider a Few Focal Elements

If you are aiming for a quick and effective change in your backyard space, then you must consider adding one or more crucial changes that can achieve this effect. These changes can become focal points of interest or attraction in your backyard.

A great idea would be putting in a water fountain in your garden or patio. This will draw attention and provide a new appeal in that area. The site and sound of flowing water is a great way to offer an atmosphere of utmost serenity. This new addition will not only be pleasing to you, but it will also be welcomed and admired by your guests as well.

Another way of transforming your backyard dramatically is doing some digging and planting. The addition of trees and shrubs, as well as defining patterns in your backyard can totally make your backyard stand out. This can not only increase your home’s appeal but it also provides your house with a cooler temperature all thought the warm seasons.

Make a Big Change for better Backyard Landscaping

If you’re feeling a little ambitious, expand your patio! This is a great way to increase your home’s living area. It will provide you with more room to relax and entertain. So now you know more about Backyard Landscaping.

Home Improvement Tips, Home remodeling Ideas .

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Home Improvement Tips, Home remodeling Ideas. Make a plan.

Home improvement is an exciting adventure that seems easy enough to undertake. The fact is that, a seemingly simple job may turn out to be too complex for you, so be sure to think it through. Home improvement jobs can also be tricky; at one time you are urged to spend a considerable sum to get a certain job done by contractors, only to realize that it would have been possible to carry out the job yourself with a minimal budget.

To avoid frustration, list out all the improvements you want done, and research on the best approach to achieve them. Likewise, here are some home improvements tips you can explore on.

Home remodeling Ideas. A wooden deck guarantees a better return of investment than composite ones. Although, wood requires more maintenance than composite materials, it’s up to you to evaluate what would suit you best. The most important thing is, whatever you decide on the deck would increase your home’s square footage.

There are different types of lumber that can be used for your wooden deck. When choosing lumber, consider vital factors like how fast it weathers, how often it needs treatment, and what colors are available. Let your answers guide you to the right choice. Once completely built, you would have an exceptional time outdoors. Your quality of life will be better with a new place for relaxation and entertainment. Home remodeling.

Consider installing fiber cement sidings. These are composite materials that usually consist of overlapping horizontal boards. They often imitate clapboards, shingles, and wooden sidings. They are fast gaining popularity nowadays because they look attractive but do not require much maintenance. Aside from being fire and termite resistant, its colors don’t easily fade over time.

Replace aging windows with vinyl windows. This type of window has become one of the most utilized home improvements around and it’s easy to understand why. Vinyl windows cut down noise and energy use while increasing the market value of your home. They are also attractive to look at, affordable, and easy to install.

A minor Home remodeling in your kitchen can do wonders for your home. Improvement can be as simple as changing your cabinets with modern ones, replacing your countertops with granite surfaces, applying a fresh coat of paint, or upgrading your appliances with more recent models.

Turn your attic into an extra bedroom. This is one brilliant idea to make your living area more spacious. It expands space without having to deal with messy looking extensions protruding from your house.

Reinvent your basement. This is also a good amount of space that you can make use of, especially if your basement has at least a ceiling to floor height of 7 meters. You can turn your basement into a recreation room or a guest room.

Complete your home improvements with a touch of landscaping. Make a plan and have the look that you want to achieve in mind. Improved walkways and fencing can enhance the beauty of your home. Select plants with various colors and textures to make your garden visually interesting. It would be wise to purchase local plants to assure that they are geographically suitable to your area.

Gathering Inspiration for Design Clients

PLEASE WAIT LOADING ,,,,,,,,, I am knee deep in e-decorating projects, and I love it! When I am gathering inspiration for clients, I find that pinterest is a great source. The first component that I present to my clients is the inspiration board. It has a collection of inspiring rooms and ideas, with some specific pieces for the space. Lately, the designs I have been putting together make me want to re do some rooms in my own home! More on that later...
Here are some inspiring spaces that show a glimpse into the direction of some of my most recent projects:

Color palette and concave mirrors:

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Baskets for blankets:

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Symmetrical Gallery Wall Around TV:

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Gold/Brass Accents:

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Lantern Style Lighting:

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What's on your to do list around your home? I can't wait to share my new ideas for mine!

Fun Fall Candles - Easy Peasy DIY

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Check out this super easy DIY project to spruce up your candles for Fall...  Now that my mantle is decorated, I wanted to bring more Fall color to my kitchen table.  

I started with a hurricane candle trio that I've had for several years.  I am using faux battery operated candles that are made from real wax.  They have a realistic look without the danger of fire.

I used jute twine and faux Fall leaves to bring the look of Fall to these candles.

I put one leaf on each side of my candles (since they will be sitting in the center of my table I wanted a leaf to show from each side).  I held the leaves down while twisting the twine around the center of the candle three times.  Then I tied the twine in a knot centered on one of the leaves.  Last I cut the twine ends so it wasn't hanging too long.

I did the same process on all three of my candles.  Here is what they look like now.  I love how something so simple adds so much color and charm to these beauties!

I placed the glass hurricanes back over them and now they are ready to go.   The glass creates a glare on the photo, but you get the idea.  

I will be able to use these candles throughout the entire Fall season.  I will add pine cones, a few birch branches and more leaves down the center of the table for our Thanksgiving family gathering.  When I do, I will be sure to share more pictures :)

Blessings,
Diana

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