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Decorate for Halloween with the Best of Them

Halloween is NEXT week!

Whooooo's excited? ;)

TCI likes to provide ideas for tactful decorations for each holiday, and Halloween is not to be left out!

These are a few of our top favorites:

Click the link for a tutorial on each DIY idea!!

1. BOO Doormat

2. Cheesecloth Mini Ghosts

3. Bat Flock Front Door

4. Pacman ghost bunting

5. Spider Web "Wreath"

6. Candy Corn Garland

7. Spooky Terrariums

Post your spook-tacular designs on our Facebook page! We'd love to see!

Tuesday, October 25, 2016 Comments: 0

DIY Wine Glass Christmas Decor

Tis The Season!!!

The mad rush has officially BEGUN. And if you are like me, you are running around

trying to think up new and creative ways to use your same-ole same-ole

decorations that you pull out of the attic each year.

We have a few ideas how to turn an item that you use year-round into a seasonal decoration!

A WINE GLASS!

(Now, of course, you may see this clever contraption at my house if things

get too hairy with my to do list....)

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However, we want to share 6 of our favorite ideas of how to

whip up holiday decor and Do IT Yourself:

The Wine-Glass Globe/Candleholder:

This multifunctional idea turns a glass into a gorgeous snow globe AND candlestick!

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The Patterned Wine Glass:

If you have a hand for drawing (or know someone that does!),

this is a simple task to create a beautiful glass.

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The Tea-Light Candle Wine Glass Vase:

With a little bit of wire, tea light candles, and faux snow .... tadaa! This creation comes to life!

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The Terrarium-Votive Candle Stick Wine Glass:
Who knew a simple stem of holly could turn a gorgeous wine glass into an instant terrarium!

With the addition of a small votive candle on top,

this could make the perfect ambiance on your Christmas table.

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The Christmas Tree Farm Wine Glass:

Using a simple sheet of scrapbook paper folded in a cone shape around the top of the wine glass, you can create your very own tree farm!!

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Lastly - The Snowman Votive Candle Wine Glass

For a little humor and fun... why not dress up your wine glass as a snowman for a festive glow?

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Hope these ideas start to get you in the holiday spirits... literally! ;) and just remember...

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Thursday, December 4, 2014 Comments: 0

Fall is Arriving.. Bring the Decor Outside!

Here in Texas, it seems that summer lasts throughout the "fall" season most of the time! But we still like to make ourselves feel like it is Autumn ;)

While we spend most of our time creating beautiful INTERIORS, it still is important to remember the first thing someone will see when they enter your house...your front door.

We have found a few of our favorite Autumn wreaths online, and most are all DIY projects! Grab a friend, your kids or family and have some fun bringing in the "fall" season! Click on the links to take you to the tutorial for each wreath.

1. Fall Ombre Rosette Wreath

Love this ombre effect on this adorable rosettes,

2.Rustic Wheat Fall Wreath
Feeling a little more earthy or rustic? This one is for you.

3. Acorn Wreath
For a more clean, modern look, try this wreath!

4. Autumn Popcorn Wreath
Want to make a wreath with supplies you may already have in your home? Try this popcorn wreath.

5. Candy Corn Wreath
Looking for a splash of color?? How great is this candy corn inspired wreath?

6. Fall Frame Wreath
For those a little more DIY, and rustic, this is a great option!

7. Rosette Wreath with Monogram
Personalize your wreath with your initial!

8. Indian Corn Wreath
And lastly, bring in the Thanksgiving season with an Indian Corn wreath.

Thursday, September 13, 2012 Comments: 1

IKEA in Disguise

You know I can't go too long without mentioning Nailhead-

I saw this little redo on the blog, Little Green Notebook, and had to share!

#1. Eyes are caught on this stylish piece of furniture, yet inflated price prohibits the purchase...

(Visconti cabinet from Bungalow 5 for $2300)

#2. Innovation steps in and figures out an affordable alternative.

Drumroll please...

Do it yourself!

This was posted by Mary Anne of 10 Rooms and the base cabinet is from none other than...

IKEA! It is the Besta chest available to you for a whopping $125...wow!

Love, love, love...

For more ways to transform, IKEA finds, visit IKEA Hacker- I can help you with the

inspiration and then we'll hire a handyman!

Until next time,

Sunday, January 23, 2011 Comments: 1

Happy Thanksgiving!

I sent out an enewsletter yesterday and didn't want my blog readers to miss out...

especially if your Thanksgiving table is still empty!

Dear Genevieve from HGTV did use these brussel sprout trees

as part of a centerpiece on one of her shows, but we are planning to eat them!

Ashley really got a kick out of these!

Back to business...

Here are a few quick ideas to add some festivity to your table:

Candles to the Rescue!

Most of you have an abundance of clear floral vases

in the kitchen cabinets. Grab some white candles,

pick up some bulk nuts and arrange the

collection on greenery from the yard.

Use your extra white pumpkins from Halloween to

showcase your table. Add spray painted gourds and

more candles for an elegant, fall look.

Self explanatory! Indian Corn, a large hurricane

with a candle and raffia! Simple, yet stunning!

Head to the yard for colorful leaves. Use floral picks

to arrange them in foam and add, yet again,

more candles, fruit, nuts and berries.

Since I ~~don't~~ didn't have a plan for my table yet:), I thought

I'd save the centerpiece I ~~may~~ did attempt for last.

Brown paper and cutout letters display the reason

why we gather together on this special day.

Okay, I did attempt the above... here's "my quickie version" before the table is set!

I had everything except the sticky letters...

not my best work, but I was aiming for a

"Last Minute Thanksgiving Table Centerpiece!"

Enjoy your day and take in the warmth of the

important people around you.

I am certainly blessed...

Missing you M, D, T and T,

Traci

Images via* Moi, Good Housekeeping, HGTV, Pottery Barn, Squiddo

Thursday, November 25, 2010 Comments: 3

What a beautiful sight in my front yard!

Fall is definitely my favorite time of year

and Mother Nature certainly shows her good side.

After the leaves have fallen, use her leftovers for the focal point of your table.

Here are simple, elegant ideas for any time of the year:

1. Clear vases, sticks, wire and a few leaves... easy, yet stunning!

Thank you Rachel Ray:)

2. Flowers out of tissue paper and glued to the branches...

Great project for the kids!

3. Love this for an outdoor patio

4. This may be my favorite! Spray painted branches with sweet birds!

5. And thank you to West Elm for showcasing metallics ...

super for monochromatic color schemes.

Which is your favorite?

Until next time,

Traci

Images via* Moi, Rachel Ray, Real Simple, Desire to Inspire, West Elm

Monday, November 22, 2010 Comments: 1

Avery's Bath Transformation and a DIY Project Idea for you!

I wouldn't consider myself very "crafty"... I definitely used to be, until I had to

start using my time a bit more efficiently.

But Sunday morning at 6:23, I did a little craft project...

no cutting

no pasting

no sewing

especially... no painting!

My kind of project...

just peel and stick-

Avery's bathroom has come a long way, but of course ~~Mom~~ I thought it needed something...

Before:

After:

(okay, I sort of forgot about this little DIY number... the mosaic only came in blue and white but we wanted to add the brown and tan, so we individually punched out some from the mesh and glued in the tiles we wanted. Worth it but our fingers were numb by the end!)

And After my craft project:

What an inexpensive, classy, whimsical way to dress up your walls, or doors:)...

and rip it off when you are tired of it!

(Note...when she got home from her "spend the night"...
she asked why there was tape all over her door.
Four days later, it is still there:)

Wall decals are all the rage... see some inspirational ideas below:

How clever...

and under $50!