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How to Make a Wooden Christmas Tree Ornament
Here is a unique Christmas ornament that can be used on a tabletop, or with added string for hanging it can be hung on the tree. With these wooden rings that come in a variety of sizes, you just put them in order from largest to smallest. It’s actually fun and easy, and it’s a great project for kids, too! Let me show you how to make this DIY Wooden Christmas Tree Ornament. (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you…
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How to Make a No Sew Dishtowel Pillow
Did you know you can take a dishtowel and turn it into a throw pillow without any sewing? Well you can, and it’s a fun and easy project! Making pillows this way costs a lot less than buying new ones. Because of that, this is perfect for Christmas time when you will only have the pillows out for the season. Let me take you through the steps to make a DIY No Sew Dishtowel Pillow. (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank…
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How to Decorate the Staircase for Christmas
Well it is officially December, and a lot of us seem to have our Christmas decorating in full swing. One of the main places in a home to deck out for the holidays is the staircase. I’ve done mine with a simple faux cedar garland, fairy lights, black ribbon and a cluster of bells. In detail, here’s what I’ve done when decorating the staircase for Christmas! (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you for your support!) The Garland I found this…
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How to Make Mini Christmas Star Wreaths
Here is an easy project that adds a natural and Scandinavian vibe to your Christmas decor. These stars are minimal, simple and just so cute hanging in your home for the holidays! Let me show you how to make these mini Christmas star wreaths. (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you for your support!) How do I make star wreaths? Materials Here are some more comparable garlands and stems that would work: How to Make the Christmas Stars 1. Form a…
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How to Make a Mini Burlap Banner
This cute banner is just the perfect little something to add to a wreath, basket, frame, a gift or anywhere you want to add a little message. Here’s how you make a mini burlap banner. It’s so easy! (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you for your support!) How do I make a burlap banner? Materials Instructions 1. Cut a piece of ribbon twice as big as the size you want your triangle to be. Fold it in half. Cutting against…
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Easy and Best Apple Crisp Recipe: Mom’s Apple Crisp
My mom always made us apple crisp growing up and passed her recipe on to me. It is the perfect fall dessert and is so easy and delicious. Scroll down for Mom’s Apple Crisp recipe! (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you for your support!) Apple Picking The fall season is beautiful here in Upstate New York, and we like to enjoy all it has to offer. We may have a lot of snow in the winter, but fall is when…
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How to Make a Pumpkin Stack with Real Pumpkins
For years I have had a pumpkin stack, or topiary, on either side of the front door in the Fall using hollow faux pumpkins stuck together and placed on two pots. This year I decided I wanted to try to use real pumpkins! Let me take you through the steps of making a pumpkin stack using real pumpkins. (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you for your support!) Let me add, in the Summer I like to have potted ferns on…
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10 Simple Ways to Decorate for Fall
Fall is my favorite season, and I’m sure I’m not alone! As a result, I just love to decorate for it. I have found that it doesn’t have to be elaborate or complicated. In fact, a lot of what you need is probably already in your home. To make it easier and to hopefully inspire you, I broke it all down into 10 simple ways to decorate for Fall. I will be sharing photos under each category to illustrate these simple ways. Some are my own, and some are from a group of talented ladies from all over Instagram. Feel free to click on the Instagram links under each photo…
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How to Hem Curtains WITHOUT Sewing in Two Ways
When buying curtains, it is often hard to find them in that perfect length for every window. Of course you want to avoid getting expensive custom made curtains in the exact length you need. So hemming them can be a regular occurrence. Many can just simply run them through their sewing machines. Others aren’t so talented and/or don’t have a sewing machine, like me! So I came across how to hem curtains without sewing in two ways. They are so easy, too! (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.…
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How to Build a Garden Fence, Raised Garden Bed and Cucumber Climbing Screen
My son Tyler (17 years old) built our garden area himself. I put this post together with his help! Building a garden fence, raised bed and cucumber climbing screen is something you can do, too. I will go through the steps he took to build everything. Follow along to see how to build a garden fence, raised garden bed and cucumber climbing screen (our favorite part). (This post contains affiliate links. This means I receive a small compensation at no cost to you. For example, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. You can read more about it here. Thank you for your support!) Where the Love of Gardening…
