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As the air turns crisp and the holidays approach, few things can capture the spirit of the season quite like the warm, aromatic scent of mulled wine or cider. The key to these heartwarming beverages? Mulling spices. This aromatic blend of fragrant herbs and spices brings a burst of cozy comfort. Your home will be instantly filled with the essence of the holidays. Hosting a holiday party, enjoying a quiet evening by the fire, or looking for the perfect gift? - mulling spices are a simple and festive way to elevate your season. But what exactly are mulling spices? And how can you make them your own? Let’s explore everything you need to know...
How to Create a Timeless Budget-Friendly Porch Railing
Creating a welcoming porch can elevate your home’s curb appeal, and one of the key elements is the railing. A well-designed railing not only enhances safety but also adds character to your outdoor space. If you’re on a budget but still want a...
My Thrifted, Dark Academia Fall Dining Room
Welcome, do you all remember back in 2001 when I shared my kitchen, dining room and pantry mood boards? Well I sure do! I remember searching the web, saving ideas and pictures and dreaming up a beautiful, cozy, intimate, timeless and traditional...
Fall Dining Room Tablescape| Dark Academia, Thrifted Decor & DIY Propagation Wall (Video)
Oh my word! Can ya’ll tell me WHY it has taken me so long to get some proper fall decor up. I’m in love with how my dining room turned out this year. I guess all I needed was a little thrift store inspiration. Join me as I spend a few days (in...
Thrift Store Home Decor| Fall Inspiration (video)
Come with me today as I share with you my Fall 2024 inspiration AND a recent thrift shop haul that gives me all the Fall vibes. Feel free to check out my Fall 2024 Milanote Mood Board below. Cool, crisp mornings and light frosts at night bring all...
DIY Herb & Flower Rack
Summer harvest season is upon us. Vegetables, fruits, flowers, herbs. Praise God for this abundance! It is time to savor, gather and preserve all this goodness. Herbs are on my mind but I needed a drying rack so I made one, for next to nothing. Let...
Garden Theme Birthday Party
Need ideas for a Garden Theme Birthday Party? Our baby girl turned 2 years old last week. They just grow so fast don't they? Because the weather, the garden and the back patio is beautiful right now AND because she is "growing like a weed" - we...
Timeless Small, Dark & Fabulous Bathroom
Does a sexy dark wall color in a SMALL bathroom scare you? Don't let it. Dark walls - even black can be done. The resulting will be moody, intimate cozy, timeless and FABULOUS. Let share with you how you too can create this look. Timeless Small,...
A Timeless Pantry| For Cottage, Farmhouse or Country Home
A functional and BEAUTIFUL pantry is an essential part of any home. Be it a cottage, farmhouse or country home - a pantry must function like a workhorse. BUT it can also be simply pleasing to the eye. Antique or heirloom treasures special serving...
How to Transform ANY Window into a Vintage Mirror
Gosh am I READY to share this project with you!! I started it and filmed it months ago but with moving and all it has been put on the back burner. Despite having to do this project TWICE because the wind knocked the door over and shattered it - I...
10 DIY Christmas Gifts
Even though the Holidays can often be all hustle and bustle, it is nice to slow down focus on family and friends & just time together. Gift giving is part of all the fun but does NOT have to break the bank or be stressful. Let me share with you...
DIY Home First Aid Kit| Preparing for Sickness or Minor Emergency
Having a well-stocked DIY Home First Aid Kit is such an important part of a home. Keep in mind that if conventional medications are not your thing a home medical/first aid kit could be stocked with more natural or herbal products. This is the...
Natural Handmade Fall Wreaths| Pottery Barn Style for LESS!
Fall is nearly here! Planning and putting together Fall decor and making our homes cozy is just the best. A beautiful Fall wreath can really add something extra special to a Fall space. You could purchase one of those super expensive wreaths from...
Inexpensive Fall Decor| DIY Stenciled Signs
Decorating for Fall is one of my very favorite things to do to make my home feel warm and cozy. I love looking at all the beautiful wreaths, pumpkins and warm earthy colors of throw pillows and fabrics in stores BUT man they are expensive!...
How to Gel Stain Furniture| How I Gave My French Doors Antique Charm
If you have been with me very long at all, you know how much I LOVE thrifting and finding antique treasures for my home. Beautiful doors give a home such character and charm. . . new doors can be expensive and many times old furniture and doors can...