pumpkin spice cake I am sharing a pumpkin spice cake recipe from a box. Don’t judge. Keep reading. I found several spice cake recipes online but in the end I used a boxed spice cake mix. Keep reading. I made it from a box because I couldn’t wait to share my pumpkin shaped cake pan. I needed a [Read more…]
Falling in Love with Fall
With Fall! Hi everyone! Thanksgiving is in 3 weeks! Crazy. It was just August! How does Thanksgiving always sneak up on us? Here’s a few things I’ve been working on at my house for November. I love November! What’s your favorite month of the year? I added a few favorites from online too! Enjoy the [Read more…]
Fall Decor for Small Living Spaces
Hi there- Can you believe we are diving into fall? Here’s a few fall décor ideas for small living spaces. Little ideas can make a big impact in a small room, loft, apartment, dorm room, assisted living or mother-in-law suite – it doesn’t take much to add seasonal décor! These birch branches are from my Christmas tree last year! I [Read more…]
Simple Thanksgiving Decor Ideas
Hi there- I am joining in a Thanksgiving Décor blog hop hosted by Emily and Erin at Elizabeth Joan Designs. I start decorating for fall over Labor Day weekend, add a few witches and ghosts in October, and return to autumn. This is why pumpkins and the often overlooked, under valued gourd, are my go [Read more…]
Easy Fall Mantel Decor
Hi there- I love fall; the leaves, the cooler temps and the fact that I can start decorating in September and it lasts through November. Here are 2 quick mantels (well one is above a bookcase). See where I got the inspiration for this frame HERE. When I mentioned to my {first} husband I was [Read more…]
Caramel Apples & Wine Corks
Never a good idea to mix wine with cooking. Let’s call it a general rule of thumb or in this case a general rule of a cork! With the boys {all of them} away for the weekend I wanted to make caramel apples for their return. And in full disclosure I did not drink 2 [Read more…]
Paw print pumpkins for your front porch!
~paw print pumpkins~ We are in puppy heaven with a new Bernese Mountain puppy addition to our family. Today I am sharing how I incorporated paw print pumpkins into our fall décor. The best part it is perfect for all dog loving families- no age discrimination! This is fun and simple and makes us smile when we pass [Read more…]
DIY Seasonal Soap
I saw these cute little owls in a advertisement and knew it would be fun to use them to dress up some soap in my guest bathroom. I took bars of soap, wrapped in brown craft paper and glued the owl cutouts. Finished with a little burlap and twine. Just a pop of color in [Read more…]
Painted Front Door
One of my most popular post is the evolution of my front door with paint. It has a history of stain and paint. Here’s a quick look back. The original door was stained. This is a grainy photo because it was likely the first photo I snapped for this blog. Front door painted black which I loved, [Read more…]
Fall Decor Inspiration from BH&G and Me
I love the month of November. It’s still autumn, with no competition between Halloween and Christmas. At least, not in my home. I love the colors and pumpkins. Here’s a few photos of inspiration from BH&G and Me. Sources noted after each photo so there is no question of which photos are from BH & [Read more…]
Pumpkin Patch in a Jar
Here is a fun treat to make for teachers, neighbors or to use in your decorating! It would look great in an office too! Sidenote: This post should be titled, “the pumpkin patch post that got away.” I swear I posted this weeks ago! I went to link it up to a party and 30 [Read more…]
Goodwill Find Makeover Featured at Answers.com
I am so excited to share a featured project at Decorating.Answers.com. Answers.com contacted me with the challenge to find a craft project at a Goodwill store and give it an update. I found this décor basket for $1.69 and knew I could make it better! It had really dusty, aged decor picks and once I got [Read more…]
Better Homes & Garden Inspiration
You know what I love more than the Better Homes & Garden magazine? The BH&G website! Lucky me I subscribe and I get daily emails filled with so many links of inspiration it can be a little overwhelming.. in a good way (like 90 minutes at Super Target.. with a latte… and no kids… and [Read more…]
