These fabric turkeys will add festive charm to your table scape, mantel, or bookshelves. You will need basic sewing skills for these cuties, but don't worry - it's not too tough for a novice. They are made from a simple pattern, only 2 pieces, and the size is very easy to change (bigger, smaller, fatter!). Get your sewing machine out and gather … [Read more...]
“Give Thanks” Recycled Painted Jars
November 10, 2011 by 1 Comment
If you have some extra glass jars that were headed for the recycling bin, don't toss them just yet! Use them to create this adorable decoration that can be adapted for any season or occasion! Look for jars of different sizes and shapes If you have the lids, great! If not, you can still made it work. :) I'm using fall colors to go with my … [Read more...]
Fall Pillows
September 23, 2011 by 4 Comments
A super fast and easy way to change the look of your room from season to season is to create new slip covers for your accent pillows. The possibilities for pillow covers are truly are endless; I am showing you just one way to make slip covers, but let your creative side out and have fun with this one! First pick your fabric for the pillow, … [Read more...]
Rustic Stick Sunburst Wreath
September 23, 2011 by 2 Comments
This wreath is super easy, quick, and cheap! I first got inspired to make mine after seeing the idea on The Painted Hive, and I knew I wanted to try one. Get the kids involved by getting them out to enjoy the cooler fall weather gathering up some sticks (lots and lots of sticks!). Then, find a cardboard box to cut up and you are almost … [Read more...]
Fall Printables: It’s Fall Y’all!
September 20, 2011 by 10 Comments
Printables are my favorite quick & easy way to decorate for different seasons, so in honor of autumn, here's a free printable! You can download the printable in either orange or red (just click on the one you like below to download). For best results, print it on high quality card stock. {download orange fall printable … [Read more...]
Recycled Fall Wreath with Painted Paper Bag Leaves
September 20, 2011 by 4 Comments
This fun, kid-friendly project is a great way to re-use those old paper grocery bags and decorate for fall! MATERIALS Leaf template {DOWNLOAD LEAF TEMPLATE HERE} Large paper bags Paint (in fall colors - I used red, yellow, brown, and gold) Hot glue and/or double stick tape Wire (26 gauge) Styrofoam wreath Burlap or … [Read more...]
Easy Fall Decorations
September 18, 2011 by 2 Comments
Decorating for fall is so fun, but with the holidays right around the corner, it's important that the decorations be easy and inexpensive! Here are 2 super quick (and cheap!) fall decorating ideas: 1. As the weather starts to turn (OK, not so much here in Florida, but surely the weather is getting cooler somewhere!), take advantage of some … [Read more...]
Pumpkin Decorations Made from Recycled Books
September 13, 2011 by 82 Comments
Have a bunch of old books laying around? Give them a new life by creating unique pumpkins, perfect for autumn and Halloween decorations! This is a great way to give new life to books that are falling apart, torn, missing covers or pages, or would have otherwise been thrown away. The books I used were given to me by others who did not want … [Read more...]
Fall Wreath with Felt Rosettes
September 11, 2011 by 55 Comments
Get into the spirit of fall with a unique and handcrafted wreath in warm autumn colors! This fall wreath is super easy and very inexpensive to make - I purchased everything to make this wreath for under $10! MATERIALS: Rosette Template {DOWNLOAD TEMPLATE … [Read more...]
