Showing posts with label Decorating Ideas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Decorating Ideas. Show all posts

Sunday, July 31, 2011

Decorating and Gift Giving

I did a little online "shopping" and found some things I thought would make sweet decorations for the home or even cute little Christmas gifts without breaking the bank! I have overspent for the holidays many times in the past. It's ridiculous! I sometimes wonder if the person that I bought for even remembers what they received from one Christmas to the next. It's nice to give for the holidays, but it doesn't have to be expensive and should not put you in the hole from one year to the next. It seems I no sooner get the charge card paid from last Christmas and guess what...Christmas is here again. Now I ask myself  do I really want to do this again?? The answer this year is NO! Times are changing for everyone financially. This year I'm cutting back on the amount of money I spend. My children are much older, and should realize that...well....they are not little children. Or, maybe it's just the mom in me that thinks I need to shower my adult children with gifts at this special time of year because they are both single and will not have anything to open Christmas Day unless it's from me....

But as for the other people in my life that I would like to get a little something for, these are some things I have found that can be given as a small gift or added into a cute gift basket that won't break the bank! My sister-in-law makes up sweet gift baskets that I really appreciate.

Here are a few of the items I found. Maybe it will give you some ideas for decorating or gift giving.










These little sweeties are Yarn Pals. Check out the cute little booties!



Maybe not for the women, but for those wrestling fans, this is a great gift. My hubby received this from his sister last year for Christmas and he loved it! Full of color photos and info.



I have a Fix-It and Forget-It cookbook, not this Christmas issue, but I love it. It's full of slow cooker recipes for all of those busy people who need a little help with supper. Lots of great recipes.




A nice bottle of sparkling wine to go with


this sweet Holiday Glass set/4. You could make it more elaborate and add some cheese, crackers, etc. It just depends on what your budget allows.




NFL Tumblers for the football fans.



Sweet reusable canisters with a Muffin Mix inside. Great for a basket.



Holiday characters/gift towel set.





The Major Award throw. I couldn't help myself when I saw this one. Really cute throw for those who are crazy about the movie A Christmas Story. ;-)



Every Day Thought Calendar with a different quote for each day of the year.



NFL Floor Mats for that football fan.



I love these little Sentiments Snowmen! So cute!



These Holiday Birds would look sweet on a table, mantel, shelf, or just about anywhere.




This is a lighted flicker candle that works off of batteries. I'm a big fan of battery operated candles because you can put them on shelves or anywhere that you couldn't put a real candle. I have quite a few of these kinds of candles in my home, but I also love the real scented candles. The nice thing about these are that if you forget to turn if off before you go to bed it just doesn't matter! The house won't burn down! There's also a cute Santa candle like this one.



Color changing wooden candles that would look great on a mantle or a window. Simple and inexpensive decorating.



Santa countdown to Christmas. There's also a Snowman countdown.



Lighted Sled.

These were some ideas that I picked for decorating or gift giving that won't cost an arm and a leg for the holidays. I need to remember that the reason for the season is not how many gifts you give or receive, or how much you spend on someone, or how elaborately decorated the home is, it's Jesus, He is the real reason we celebrate Christmas!



Sunday, June 26, 2011

Candy Canes

Natasha from http://keepingthechristmasspiritalive365.blogspot.com/ has got me hooked on  http://pinterest.com/. It's a website  for cataloging images you love...eye candy! It gives me good ideas and inspiration. You can type in anything to search for and you'll be very surprised at what you find!  I have found many things to do with candy canes...candy canes, who would have thought there were so many ideas out there for this peppermint candy!






You can decorate packages,


make a beautiful candy cane urn,



a lovely wreath,

Source: bhg.com via Dorothy on Pinterest


a vase wrapped with candy canes,



Source: bhg.com via Dorothy on Pinterest


an ornament,

Source: bhg.com via Dorothy on Pinterest

a really cute candle holder,



and trees,



Now, onto the goodies,



Candy Cane macaroons,



Cakes,




Brownies, cookies and truffles,




 Ice cream,  yummy.....unless you're lactose intolerant!!


or a nice cup of hot chocolate, mmmmmm....



and one last cake that looks like a big bowl of m&m candies!



Very creative! I never would have imagined so many things to do with a pretty candy cane!

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

Inspiring Ideas from Houzz

Traditional dining room design

I love the gift centerpiece and the beautiful traditional Christmas colors.


Traditional dining room design by kansas city media and blogs Michelle Edwards

Beautiful centerpiece! Loving the candy canes around the candles and the ribbon! Great idea!
Eclectic family room design

Here's a nice way to display any kind of Christmas blocks you may have by putting them on candlesticks surrounded by garland. Looks very nice instead of just sitting them across the top of the mantel. Adding height makes a big difference!



Contemporary living room design by other metros media and blogs Restyled Home

Very simple and very charming. Love the wintry colors.



Traditional entry design by new york showroom Hydrangea Home

Just plain gorgeous!



Traditional kitchen design by other metros interior designer Tobi Fairley

I'm loving the slipcovers on the chairs! So cozy!

You can see more decorating ideas at http://www.houzz.com




Thursday, March 10, 2011

Woodland Glow

Stock your fireplace with an assortment of candles on silver stands, then add greenery and pinecones for a woodland backdrop. Long glass icicles hanging from the mantel provide a frosty valance for the setting below.

Better Homes and Gardens

I always wished I had a fireplace to decorate at Christmas. My brother has one and he always does a great job decorating it! Not bad huh?

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Fresh Looks For Christmas

Boston architect Mollie Moran spreads Christmas cheer all through her house with her fresh approach to decorating.

 I enjoy looking at all the beautiful decorating ideas. They are so inspiring! These ideas came from Country Home.











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