I love having fresh flowers in our home. I wish I could always have a beautiful arrangement in the center of the table and one for the sofa table as well but they are just to expensive. This time of the year it is especially nice to have a special arrangement for those family dinners. This year, with about $13.00 dollars worth of grocery store cut flowers I was able to make just what I was hoping for on a major budget.
Category: Do It Yourself
Do it yourself projects for the house
5 Last Minute Easy And InExpensive Gift Ideas For Anyone On Your List
Are you done with your Christmas shopping yet? There are always last minute gifts that you need to grab and get ready before the holidays. Here are fives super simple, fast, but still adorable gift ideas for the hard to buy for people on your list. These are great ideas for teachers, neighbors, family, friends, anyone that you aren’t sure what to get for Christmas!
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A Spotted Pony Christmas – A Mixture Of Vintage, Fun, and Equestian Christmas Decor
Decorating for the holidays is fun no matter what your age. In our house we have a great mixture of unique vintage finds mixed with inexpensive Christmas decor and a little fun for the kids as well as some equestrian touches. When we decorate for the holidays it’s all about what makes us each happy. It doesn’t have to cost a lot to be beautiful and full of meaning.
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Appliqued Candy Cane Shirts and Pajama Pants – Making One Of A Kind Christmas Jammies
My kids love their Christmas Jammies, and they also love candy canes. Those two things were the inspiration for these soft and comfy homemade pajamas. This year I tried my hand at making them myself instead of buying them. They love their one of a kind PJ sets, and I love to snuggle them anytime they wear them.
Turn Ordinary Slippers Into A Great Personalized Gift
Having trouble thinking of something to give the ladies on you Christmas list? Give them some cozy slippers that are one of a kind? Take out the plain old leather tie and add in their favorite color to make slippers that are extra special. You can personalize these with their school colors, favorite sports team colors, or just something that fits their style.
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Cookie Cutter Ornaments – A Personalized Gift Idea That You Can Make And Give
Handmade ornaments are a great way to commemorate each year at Christmas time. These special ornaments made using cookie cutters and family photos are as beautiful on the tree as they are fun to make. They make great gifts for family and friends or just a great yearly tradition to add to your families tree.
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Mini Peppermint Candy Wreath
A welcoming wreath at your front door is a great way to greet your guests all year round. During the holidays I love to make fun and festive wreaths to adorn our front door. Peppermint candies hold a special place in my heart and this little peppermint wreath is the perfect Holiday wreath for our home.
Rudolph And Clarice Appliqued Shirts And Easy Pajama Pants
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is is a very big deal in our house. It is our family’s absolute favorite holiday classic to enjoy this time of the year. I made some simply adorable appliqued shirts for the kids to show their reindeer love all season long! Paired with some soft flannel pajama pants they make great holiday pajamas.
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Do It Yourself Vintage Sleigh Ride Sign
I love decorating for the holidays. All of the magic and excitement of the season hit you like the smell of freshly brewed cider when you walk into a festively decorated home. I wanted a sign that I could keep up all winter long that shared our love of horses in a subtle and charming way. I came up with this hand painted vintage looking sleigh ride sign that I adore.
Do It Yourself Plaid Infinity Tube Scarf
Plaid has been a fun trend this fall and winter. It is another one of those trends that I’m not sure I can pull off, but with the help of some cute and feminine plaid I think I can. A simple do it yourself infinity scarf in a pretty pink plaid is just right for me. It is a great way to sport the plaid trend without going overboard.