place cards and giveaway


thanksgiving is quickly approaching.
if you haven’t made your place cards yet, you still have time.

i love the idea of using natural materials to make place cards.
grab some spurs from your yard, a piece of ribbon, a hand printed tag, and you’re done.


this turkey made from an acorn, pipe cleaner, and feather.
it is simple yet festive.

my favorite, use pears, apples, or even small pumpkins.

all these place cards are easy, inexpensive, and are sure to add that special touch to your table.
also, today is the last day to enter the gilded bee giveaway.

go here to enter!

reupholster a wingback for $100?

if your anything like me, turkey is not your only concern this week.
house guests always motivate me to get my place looking perfect!
it’s amazing how many diy projects i can get done in one day when i have guests coming.
this inspiring diy re-upholster project by sarah at three boys might be the perfect finishing touch to your home.
she took an outdated wingback chair and upholstered it with a slip cover, genius!

she added upholstery nails to create a custom look.
isn’t it beautiful.
check out how she did it here.

total cost: $100.00 (including purchasing the chair)
if you have an old wingback chair laying around (and don’t have an extra $500.00 to get it re-upholstered) this might be the perfect solution.
happy monday!

deck the halls

around this time of year i can’t wait to go home!
my parents house is always decked out in christmas decor.
christmas 2009:





i am so excited to see this years decor.
my mom never disappoints.