A sprawling Thanksgiving spread deserves a table that’s equally as enticing. Creating a functional yet fabulous Thanksgiving table is much less time consuming than you may think, and with a few smart shopping tips will only cost you a few bucks. Golden Thanksgiving Table The newest techniques are involved in India to have less…Continue Reading “5 Easy Thanksgiving Centerpieces”
We are exactly one week out from Thanksgiving; and that means all kinds of food prep, housework, and decorating will commence. With all of the stresses that come with the holidays, the debate on how to create a showstopping centerpiece should not be one of them. The secret to pulling a killer table together is…Continue Reading “Thanksgiving Centerpiece”
If you want a kick-ass Halloween centerpiece that’s everything eerie and creepy, this project is for you. A simple black netting is draped around an heirloom pumpkin for a spooky look that feels more at home in the Adam’s family mansion. The best part is that no pumpkins were harmed in this centerpiece. That means…Continue Reading “Spooky Pumpkin Centerpiece”
Now that you’ve got the flowers let’s arrange an adorable little vase just overflowing with color that will feel right at home anywhere you need a pop of seasonal flair. To create this arrangement simply follow the instructions below and tweak them just a bit to suit your needs. For larger arrangements, adjust amounts and…Continue Reading “Halloween Flower Arranging”
Creating a second arrangement using only purple foliage is just as easy as using cut flowers. Choose a container that’s a bit wider at the mouth and has a little more height. I love to choose a container in a weathered pewter or unpolished silver, such as a goblet. Insert branches for a bit of…Continue Reading “Purple Foliage Arrangement”
Nothing screams Halloween bloody murder more than a crow in a cage. Especially when that crow is amidst other creepy accents like an iron cauldron and fungus, like reindeer lichen. This vignette looks awesome anywhere in your home, and even as a centerpiece. Reindeer Lichen is a great addition to your Halloween decor because it…Continue Reading “Eerie Halloween Vignette”
Halloween may quite possibly be one of my favorite holidays. I love everything about it, from the crisp chill in the air to the costumes. However, I rarely decorate for it. I tend to stick to more of a fall theme with my seasonal decor rather than the spooky ghosts and goblins of Halloween. With…Continue Reading “Halloween Tablescape”
Believe it or not, I am not on the pumpkin bandwagon this year. I even baffle myself as I write that. It may have something to do with the fact that it’s hot as Satan’s asscrack in Alabama this month. Not to mention, my containers are just still bursting with loads of flower power from…Continue Reading “Gilded Pumpkins”
A neutral color palette creates a delightful little vignette on any side table or bookcase shelf and highlights areas that may be lacking visual appeal. I was particularly happy with the unexpected grouping that came together on my chicken coupe coffee table. The formula is quite simple and consists of old newsprint (shocker), a small…Continue Reading “Create a Seasonal Vignette”
Sometimes simple is the best. Especially when showcasing high-quality collections of china, ironstone, or unique specimens of gourds, pumpkins, and acorns. To create an easy centerpiece for any occasion from a weeknight dinner to a full-blown party, a bit of layering is all that you need to master. Begin by choosing a focal point of…Continue Reading “Simple Fall Centerpiece”