All that glitters is actually gold at this gleaming New Years Eve celebration. This show stopping display is actually an assemblage of bottles, vintage objects, and even some sports equipment. A gilded exterior is frosted with glitter that sparkles in the dim lighting of the night. Of course, there’s some spray paint involved and one…Continue Reading “Glittery Gold NYE Party”
Don’t toss those pumpkins hanging around from your fall display just yet. Re-imagine those orange beauties as your favorite snowman. Choose three pumpkins in a tapering size that will form the torso of your new snow inspired friend. Make them unrecognizable with a can of spray paint, in white of course and then get creative….Continue Reading “Pumpkin Snowman”
A well-wrapped gift is one that is well thought out. Nothing quite says Merry Christmas like gift wrapped in paper that’s made lovingly by hand. Luckily there is an easy and budget-friendly way to skip the expensive paper and create memorable packages. Simply butcher or builders paper are the perfect blank canvas to create stunning…Continue Reading “Gift Wrapping”
Lemon cookies loaded with sweet creme are the basis on which this little bombshell is made. Simply mix the crushed cookies with some cream cheese and boom! Just add some white chocolate to create something that’s just so downright sinful it may put you on the naughty list! RECIPE: 1 Package lemon creme cookies 1…Continue Reading “Lemon Creme Candy”
Creamy peanut butter finds itself mixed with a heaping of powdered sugar and of course, some butter in this decadent holiday recipe. And in between some super, cool dance moves to our favorite holiday songs lets just go ahead and dip those babies in some chocolate. That’s a treat that Santa himself will ask for…Continue Reading “Peanut Butter Balls”
Looking for a different take on the whole Christmas party thing? Host a Christmas candy party that’s a bit unconventional and may just involve a bit of fondue. That’s right. I said fondue. Chocolate fondue to be exact. Gather friends and family in the kitchen for a bit of creative candy fun sure to entertain…Continue Reading “Candy Swap Party”
Create a stocking this season that’s much more than a vessel for happy little surprises left behind by the man in red. Stockings made from vintage quilts or fabric remnants that have some sentimental value will be instant family heirlooms. This project is perfect for quilts that have become torn or tattered with years of…Continue Reading “Quilt Stockings”
Flocked Christmas Trees are all the rage this holiday season, and I have no problem with it at all. Flocked trees have been around forever and just seem to have gained momentum in the last couple of years. The process itself involves water and a flocking medium that is allowed to dry on the branches….Continue Reading “Fabulous Flocked Tree”
Poinsettias and evergreen trees are great options for Christmas planters. But what’s even better and more budget-friendly you ask? Pine cones. Pine cones are readily available pretty much anywhere in Alabama, making them easy to gather and outfit your planters or pots with a bit of Christmas cheer. Trimmings from the Christmas tree add some…Continue Reading “Pine Cone Containers”
River birch branches just exude a charm that seems well-suited to a glittery winter wonderland. Bring them into your home this holiday season for a gorgeous spectacle that’s not just limited to the dining table. This arrangement is equally as beautiful on an oversize ottoman or used in place of a tree skirt under the…Continue Reading “River Birch Display”