From the title of this post, you may get the idea that I had a lovely, put-together early-Summer mantle, and am just changing it up mid-season for the fun of it. Don’t be fooled-I threw up some votives and a wreath a few months ago and haven’t touched it since. Maybe I should call this …
Last Summer, I had the chance to guest post over at one of my very favorite blogs, The Shabby Chic Cottage. I realized I never shared the tutorial here, so I wanted to do that today…enjoy! Easy, inexpensive and perfect for Summer-what’s not to love about a boxwood wreath? Supplies Needed: Wreath form Boxwood branches (real or …
Hello there! I don’t know about where you live, but here in the Mid-Atlantic, Summer has definitely announced it arrival! I wanted a fun and subtle way to infuse some Summer into my home decor as well, and came up with this… This starfish frame took me less than half an hour to complete….and I …
It’s Friday (!!), and what better way to begin a warm June weekend than with some Summer-inspired images? Let’s get to it… This bright and fun print just feels like summer to me! via These chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream sandwiches are the perfect way to usher in the season! via I love infused water in the …
Quick! Name a food or drink that you associate most with Summer? Anybody say “lemonade”? I know it makes my list! With the perfect parts tangy and sweet, homemade lemonade is so easy and delicious. I make lots of variations of this throughout the Summer, and I’m sharing my favorite with you all today…. What …
Our Summer Bucket List is up and ready to be tackled! I am sooo looking forward to the next few months-we have lots of fun planned, and this list will help us make sure we never run out of ideas. I left off things that we already do often- arts and crafts, cooking together, going …
I love this garland for many reasons…it’s easy and fast, inexpensive, and adds a subtle dose of Summer to your home and your decor… Materials: Sand Dollars (use this ebay search to find them inexpensively) Twine (I used jute twine, but baker’s twine would do) Step 1: Take your first sand dollar, and thread your …
Need a fast, fun and easy craft for the kids this weekend? With a little cornstarch, cold water, and some food coloring, you can create entertainment to last all afternoon-seriously, this stuff was so much fun! Step 1: Mix 2 cups cold water and 2 cups cornstarch in a bowl (one with a spout works …
Over the past few months, I’ve noticed my home decor gradually getting lighter, softer, and simpler. I’m not sure if it has to do with the warmer weather, but, last week I wanted to change out the dark floral wallpaper in the frames above my living room windows. Not 15 minutes later, I had my …
Good Morning, all! Hope everyone had a wonderful long weekend! Mine was busy and perfect and full of family and friends, but I definitely missed you all. Today, I have a fun and inexpensive tutorial for you all… It’s a coastal rag wreath, inspired by my love of all the current coastal trend combined …