The Housework Isn't Getting Done: burlap wreath

Wednesday, February 1, 2017

Valentine's Day Decorating

It's been a while since I've had time to post anything, but I did do a few things for Valentines day.

The sewing table drawer that I used for a Christmas decoration has been repurposed for Valentine's Day:

valentines day, sewing table drawer, center piece, #millsnewhouse

Some sparkly hearts and toile ribbon make a simple centerpiece for my table.

valentines day, center piece, #millsnewhouse

A few candles and vases I already had adorn the mantle. I did buy the tall vase with the heart at WalMart. The sign is an embroidery pattern from Embroidery Library.

winter decorating, winter mantle, Embroidery Library, #millsnewhouse

This sign has now gone from fall, to Christmas, to Valentine's Day!

welcome sign, valentines day, front porch, #millsnewhouse

This wreath is also the one that I used for fall and Christmas.

burlap wreath, winter decorating, front porch, #millsnewhouse

burlap wreath, winter decorating, front porch, Valentine's Day, #millsnewhouse

Not a great deal of work or effort (or $$), but just a few little touches make all the difference!

Friday, September 30, 2016

Fall Decorating

Having a new house has made decorating for the seasons much more fun! I don't like to fill the house up -- I'm very much anti-clutter, but I've added a few subtle touches to our house for fall.

Burlap wreaths are all the rage right now, but let me tell you, I did not find this very easy to make. It took a lot of time (and a lot of ribbon - 50 feet!) And my fingers were sore by the time I was finished. But I'm happy with the way it turned out. I plan to replace the bow for Christmas and maybe the rest of the holidays too!

I also added a few things to the mantle and hearth. Silk leaves and a few mini clothespins is all it took.

#millsnewhouse Fall mantle, Fall decorating

My sister made this centerpiece and it looks great on my dining room table (built by http://smithbuild.weebly.com). The wreath is made from a dropcloth!

#millsnewhouse fall decorating, drop cloth wreath, fall centerpiece

Thanks for stopping by. I'd love to see your fall decorating ideas in the comments!