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DIY Pink Champagne Christmas Ornaments
Christmas is seven weeks away and that means it’s time to ramp up crafts and projects for the holiday. I was searching for specific-looking ornaments at the store and couldn’t find what I wanted, so I...
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Christmas Village: Free Printable to Make Your Own
Are you ready for Christmas creativity overload? I sure hope so because I’m joining a slew of bloggers with free printables … all just for you! A special shout out to Kristen at Ella Claire for...
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Wooden Christmas Ornaments with Free Printable
Next week is Thanksgiving and I’ve been trying to get the majority of my Christmas decorating done before then. I’ve never finished decorating for the holidays this early, but this year I want to spend...
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Frosted Mason Jar Votives
My Christmas home tour is next Wednesday and I’m hoping to finish up my decorating this weekend. It always takes longer than I think, as I move from room to room and see projects needing completion. At...
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Pine Cone Christmas Trees
When I see a gathering of pine cones on the ground, I envision what I can make with them. They’re the perfect craft project because they’re easy to work with and they’re free! Today I’m sharing how to...
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Pamper Yourself: 12 Ways
Christmas is over and it’s time to take a deep breath, relax a little, and enjoy a little “me time.” I’m sharing ideas on how to pamper yourself so you can unwind. Chance are you’ve been decorating,...
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How to Make Rose Bath Salts
The holidays are over and you deserve a break after all the cooking, cleaning, decorating, and shopping. What better way to unwind and relax than with a luxurious soak in the tub? Rose bath salts make...
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Wood Slice Garland: Make Your Own
A couple days ago I shared a few winter decorating details in my family room. One of those details is a wood slice garland that I made. It was an exciting project for me because it’s the first time...
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Decorating with Botanics: Ideas and Free Printables
Our weird and unpredictable Chicago weather is up to old tricks again. Next week the temperature is supposed to climb as high as 55 degrees. This of course makes my craving for spring and greenery that...
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Valentine Heart Boxes: How to Make
Valentine’s Day was always my favorite holiday classroom party back in grade school. Choosing Valentines from the shelves of boxes at the local five and dime store was always fun. Once home, signing my...
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10-Minute Floral Centerpiece
Every morning this time of year I dread waking up in the dark. I like summertime and waking up with the sun’s warm rays touching my face. But since I can’t have that right now, I’m cheering up my...
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Upgrading Houseplants: Creative Ideas
Most of us know that plants purify the air and so we bring them into our home. They lend beauty, texture, and health benefits. Unfortunately, they often come in plain plastic pots. Today I’m sharing a...
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Pretty Paper Cone Garland How-To
If you’re a regular reader of Town and Country Living, you know how much I love banners and garlands. They’re an inexpensive way to add color and charm to a room, whether you’re hosting a party or just...
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15 Handmade Gifts for Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and there’s still time to make mom’s day special with handmade gifts. My mother is no longer with me, but there’s no reason I can’t give a gift to my daughters...
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Book Page Apples and Free Printable
For as long as I can remember, I’ve loved working with paper. It started with doing origami as a young child and moved onto making gum wrapper chains as an older kid. Then in junior high I became...
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How to Make Lavender Rosemary Bath Salts
Summer means spending time outside in the fresh air and sometimes that can be exhausting. Working in the garden, bike rides and long walks, swimming in the pool or at the beach – plenty of physical...
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DIY Rustic Flower Vase
Are you enjoying your summer? I sure hope so! Today I have a quick and easy home decor project for you that I think you’ll enjoy. It’s a DIY rustic flower vase that makes a cute centerpiece – perfect...
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Vintage Poster Art for Sitting Room
One of my favorite stores moved further away, which didn’t make me happy. But the other day we took a trip out there and I found some cool vintage posters. For just a few dollars, I turned them into...
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DIY Wall Art: How to Make Your Own
Lately I’ve been turning a critical eye to the walls in my home. I’m making some changes, but decorative changes can be expensive. If you’re also challenged by the high cost of artwork, you’ll enjoy...
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DIY Recycled Cardboard Coasters
Last week we were idly shopping on my favorite street in Geneva, Illinois, and I came across a set of adorable coasters – made of cardboard! I knew I had supplies at home to make my own DIY recycled...
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