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Halloween DIY Decorations!

October 5
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DIY decorations are so much fun to create at any time of the year…but there’s something about Halloween that makes them extra fun!  I think that this holiday is so whimsical and lighthearted that even a novice DIY-er (like myself) can let their creativity shine with easy projects that have plenty of wiggle-room where perfection is concerned!  Recently my husband and I joined a supper club and I’m dying to host a small soiree this month…so holiday touches will be mandatory for my table!  Let me share some of the decorations I’ll be using…and I’ll show you how to make them too!

set a halloween table in diy style!

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How to Make DIY Doormats!

September 20
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Fall is the perfect season for having guests in…and when they show up at your door you can set the mood with a DIY doormat you can stencil with a fun design!  The entryway of your home is the first thing anyone sees when approaching or entering into your abode, so why not make it shine with your personality, whimsy and welcoming love!  My friends at Simply Self Storage have some really fun ideas for creating these useful mats and are offering some downloadable stencils to make it even easier!  I’m so happy to be able to share with you this DIY project that you could also make as gifts!  The holidays are approaching fast and a handcrafted doormat would be a wonderful offering that could be personalized to fit the recipient!  So check out the tutorial and be sure to look for the links to download the designs!  Let’s get crafting so we can…

welcome our guests!

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DIY Denim & Wood Utensil Box

September 6
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A fun utensil box can be a really helpful party decoration when you’re entertaining buffet style!  It looks cute and serves such a functional purpose by containing all the paper products and silverware so your guests can easily serve themselves!  And if you’re serving up some goodies outdoors, it can also keep the breezes from making a mess of the napkins or other lightweight tableware!  Today I’m really excited to share with you the simplest DIY to make one yourself…and if you have an old pair of jeans lying around you’ve got half of what you need!  I had access to plenty of raggedy old jeans when my oldest came home from college over the summer…a pair that was practically threadbare was just right for some recycling!  Let’s get crafting so we can enjoy plenty of fall entertaining!

recycled denim…rustic utensil box!

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Fun & Easy Pineapple Party Favors!

August 1
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Last week I shared my little pink pineapple party…and today I’d like to continue the theme with some really fun pineapple party favors and treats!  I don’t always hand out favors when I entertain but I do believe that they can be a sweet and thoughtful way to show your guests how much you appreciate them!  If you decide to offer some little goodies to your guests at your next gathering, I’m going to share some easy & budget-friendly ideas today that are just right for summer celebrations!  And since the pineapple is recognized as a symbol of hospitality, warmth, welcoming, & friendship…it not only makes a great decoration but is wonderful inspiration for party themes and gifts as well!  A little DIY project, a simple recipe, and some adorable prints designed by my friend at Press Print Party made it a cinch to create these little pineapple party favors and goodies!  Let’s get to it and print, craft, and give!

pineapple party favors!

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Pineapple Party Ideas!

July 26
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One of my favorite ways to celebrate summer is with a pineapple party…and it never has to be an over-the-top bash to make it feel special!  I was thinking the other day about what it is that I love the most about entertaining…while it’s always fun to plan a big event, it’s the small, intimate gatherings that I truly adore!  I really love sharing simple and inexpensive ways to make any opportunity a reason to celebrate…and summer is the perfect time for those “ordinary day” occasions!  Warm temperatures, refreshing treats, and fruity flavors served on the patio are some of my favorite things about this season…and having a few friends enjoy them with me is the icing on the cake!  I’d love to share some simple pineapple fun with a rosy twist…

pretty in pink pineapple party!

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Cactus Cake Topper DIY

May 17
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Today I’m sharing a sweet cactus cake topper DIY…because if you haven’t noticed, the cactus trend has exploded in popularity!  I created this fun topper to add to the festivities when we hosted the baseball players for a Cinco De Mayo team dinner!  Since the meal was served up on this colorful holiday, I wanted to add a few extra decorations to the desserts.  Unfortunately, I didn’t have any time to do extra shopping…which can be a common problem when hosting ANY celebration.  My only alternative was to create something myself…so with the most simple supplies I gave it a try.  Let me tell you I was so thrilled to find how easy it was to make something really cute for very little money OR time!  I want to show you how incredibly simple it is because a cactus cake topper can be used for more than just a Cinco De Mayo celebration!  I’ll show you how I used it again for topping my family’s favorite sweet treat…lavender pound cake!  (and I’ll be sharing the recipe too!)  Let’s get crafting…and maybe a little baking too!

top your cake with a cactus!

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DIY Ladder Plant Stand

May 14
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Are you looking to add a fresh new look to your home this spring? I don’t know about you but I’m ready for some fun, decorative projects after all the spring cleaning!  In between planning family celebrations and parties, I do love a good DIY to spruce up my spaces…and I love adding fresh greenery to my home!  Indoor house plants not only look good but they fill up empty spaces and keep my rooms looking fresh!  I may not have the greenest thumb but a professional can help me to pick varieties that are easy to care for…so I’m really excited to share this DIY fun from my friends at ProFlowers!  They created a step-by-step guide and a video tutorial to show us how to create a space-saving ladder plant stand for the h ome. And don’t forget that a stand like this could also serve many purposes from holding toys or decorative treasures, to  party desserts!  Have a peek at their guide and styling inspiration so you can start filling your home with more natural elements in time for spring!

get ready to DIY!

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Easy Cinco De Mayo Decorations!

April 16
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Cinco De Mayo is just around the corner and that always give us a great excuse to celebrate!  I don’t know about the weather where you are, but even though the calendar says we’re approaching May…it still feels a bit like February in my neck of the woods!  But that’s all the more reason to have a festive treat to beat the winter-like blues!  So today I’m sharing some really simple ways to dress up your goodies for a Cinco De Mayo snack table!  I love to share good DIY decorations that anyone can create…and when they’re inexpensive as well, everyone wins!  I set up this tiny table using paper products in pretty pastels which was a fun way to put a new spin on a traditional party idea!  No time to siesta…get ready for some sweet family fun!

celebrate with a springtime fiesta!

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Easy & Festive Easter Favors

March 12
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Easter favors can be such fun to hand out at your holiday gatherings!  Whether your hosting an egg hunt, breakfast or brunch you just might offer up some take-home treats to your guests…so why not set up a sweet little table filled with tiny gifts to thank your favorite peeps for coming!  Favors never need to be elaborate, they’re just small gestures of appreciation…but that doesn’t mean they can’t be darling…or delicious!  Today I’ve partnered with Grand Rapids Popcorn Company to share with you some Easter fun that includes a simple DIY that will surely bring extra happiness to your holiday celebrations!  See how easy it can be to share bunnies and baskets with your family and friends!

hop on up for Easter favors!

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Valentine Gift Ideas!

January 29
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If you’re looking for some fun inspiration for Valentine gift ideas…I’ve teamed up with BellaGrey Designs to bring you some trendy festivity!  I’m so thrilled to share with you some of my favorite things…Valentines and cacti!  If you haven’t noticed, succulent and cactus themes are really hot right now, which makes me extremely happy since I seem to be a little obsessed with them at the moment!  So I was over the moon when my good friend and gifted designer came up with these sweet Valentines for me to share with you!  Valentine’s Day is coming up fast, so I’d like to offer up some holiday inspiration AND the link for you to grab these darling printables so you can spread the love!

“let’s stick together”…

and have fun with Valentine gift ideas!

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