WINTER POTPOURRI

Need a last minute gift for a teacher?  Neighbor?  Co-worker?  Mailman?  The "Oh No, I forgot a gift for you" person?  Or could your house just benefit from a yummy-smelling concoction? With just a few simple ingredients and about two minutes, you can throw together some cute bags of Winter Potpourri.  My sister-in-law shared this recipe with me about 10 years ago, and I've used it in the past but had forgotten about it until recently.  I saw someone (please remind me where I saw it if it's you!) refer to something similar on Instagram and it sparked my memory. Here's the basic recipe: ...

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CHRISTMAS TOUR WRAP UP AND LINK UP YOUR HOME!

Well, there's been a whole lot of touring going on everywhere lately!  I enjoyed each and every home, and appreciated each one for it's unique and individual presentation and care that went into creating a lovely holiday home. Here's a recap from the 12 Days of Christmas Tour of Homes.  If you missed any, you can click on the photo banner to go straight to the tour. ...

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GREAT IDEAS FROM THE PAGES OF BHG

Even with the convenience of Pinterest at our fingertips whenever and wherever we want it, I still think there's something about flipping through actual pages of a great design book or shelter magazine. I thought the December issue of Better Homes and Gardens was especially inspiring this year.  One of them spurred ideas for my own Christmas decor this year: There is so much I love about this photo, but the candles with the "snow" around them caught my eye.  I decided to adapt this idea and do a grouping of candles on my dining room table.  I used a little snow, also, in the big candleholders flanking the tray.  I'm probably not through with this image, though, there is so much good stuff there (those hanging lanterns!!). A few other images from that issue that I'm keeping tucked away for the future... This simple outdoor tree with pinecone ornaments is just as charming as can be. Someday I'll make some fun pinecone stars for the tree, also...

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NEED TO FEED A CROWD THIS HOLIDAY SEASON?

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Farm Rich for IZEA . All opinions are 100% mine. 'Tis the season for friends, family, and food!  Are you ready to feed them all? Today I wanted to share some of my favorite appetizers with you, both for our family and for get-togethers.  ...

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CHRISTMAS 2014 HOME TOUR {BLOGGER STYLIN' HOME TOURS}

Welcome friends, I'm so glad to have you here today!  I'm am always thrilled to participate in each installment of Blogger Stylin' Home Tours, it's one of the best blog tours around! A million thanks to Lindsay of The White Buffalo Styling Company for organizing the tour and keeping the 40+ bloggers that participate informed and in line...that's no minor task!  If you're joining me from Beth's at Home Stories A to Z , thanks for coming over!  And if you missed Beth's tour, head over right away to check out her amazing Christmas kitchen.  I have a soft spot in my heart for kitchens right now (I just completed a kitchen refresh makeover ). My approach to decorating is to use what I love, find unique treasures (mostly from thrift shops, yard sales, and Craigslist), not be afraid to make something my own, always include bright pops of color, and just have fun with it and everything usually works out in the end.  If not, we just go back to the drawin...

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12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS 2014 TOUR OF HOMES

Welcome friends!  I'm so glad you're here today for the 12 Days of Christmas Tour of Homes, and part 1 of my Christmas Home Tour!  I'd like to give a big thank you to Jenny from Evolution of Style for organizing this tour and inviting me to join.  We had such fun last year I jumped at the chance!  Come on in, and stay as long as you'd like!   ...

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BEST OF THE NEST NOVEMBER FEATURES

Hip hip hooray, it's Friday!!!  We had a great link party this week and I saw so many fantastic projects that it was hard to pick just a few features.  I'll think you'll be as inspired by these as I was! Mallory from Charming in Charlotte participated in the One Room Challenge this fall and shared her   Powder Bath Makeover  with us.  Um, WOW!  That fabulous graphic wall that she promises was super easy to install, the gorgeous sconces, the moody dark walls, and monogrammed towels are always a win! ...

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CHRISTMAS MANTLE {2014}

I was digging for something in my storage closet the other day and came across a bag of paper fans that I used for my daughter's fifth grade graduation decorations .  As soon as I saw them, inspiration struck for my Christmas decor this year! ...

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KITCHEN REFRESH MAKEOVER REVEAL!

I'm busy decking the halls this week, but I didn't want to wait any longer to show you my kitchen makeover! I'll just share a few of the basics today, and follow up with a post and more details in the near future.  Feel free to ask any questions you might have that I don't cover in this post. ...

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