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How to Put Ribbon on a Christmas Tree

IN THIS ARTICLE: You'll find my very popular How to Put Ribbon on a Christmas Tree Tutorial, updated and tweaked for 2020. You'll learn how to get that beautiful, cascading ribbon effect that makes your Christmas tree look professionally decorated! Follow this easy, step-by-step tutorial to achieve loose, natural, waterfall ribbon Christmas tree! This tutorial has been used by many readers over the past 8 years, and the feedback has been awesome! How to put ribbon on a Christmas tree is a question that I get asked a lot before every holiday season. It's why I first created this ribbon ... Read More about How to Put Ribbon on a Christmas Tree

DIY Gift Idea: Inspirational Quote Canvas

In this article: How to make a DIY Christmas gift idea that anyone would love! Did you know that it's so easy to make your own canvas print for about $10? Today, I'll show you how to make an inspirational quote canvas using the free printable in this post. But you'll also learn how to make your own art canvas with just about any style of artwork you desire. They make awesome gifts for the holidays, birthdays or any time of year! I'm also sharing 9 other awesome DIY gift ideas from some my talented blogger friends. Are you looking for an easy (but oh so lovely) DIY Christmas gift idea? ... Read More about DIY Gift Idea: Inspirational Quote Canvas

Cottage Christmas Tour: Plaid Scandi Style

In this article: I'm sharing lots of cottage Christmas decor ideas as part of my holiday home tour at our lakeside cottage. If you love a minimal but cozy vibe at Christmas, this post has ideas you can use in your own home, whether it's by the lake or in the city. You'll find lots of traditional plaid Christmas decor and a Christmas tree filled with rustic Scandi style decorations. Come on in! Hello friends! It's December 1st and that means it's the most wonderful time of the year! Why? Because it's holiday home tour time! Today, I'm sharing my Plaid and Scandi-Inspired Cottage ... Read More about Cottage Christmas Tour: Plaid Scandi Style

Minimal Christmas Tree (Scandi Style): Tips and Sources

In this article: A minimal Christmas tree decorated in Scandi stye at our lake cottage. This tree was part of my Cottage Christmas Decor Tour: Plaid, Scandi Stye that I shared the other day, . But today I'm giving you a closer look at this cozy minimal Christmas tree with pops of plaid and Nordic houses. Did you catch my Cottage Christmas Decor Tour: Plaid, Scandi Stye post the other day? This year, I tried to simplify my Christmas decor at our lake cabin with a minimal Christmas tree inspired by Scandi style. I tend to go a little overboard with holiday decorating (insert jazz hands ... Read More about Minimal Christmas Tree (Scandi Style): Tips and Sources

Rustic Christmas Tree (How to Get That Farmhouse Look)

In this article: Are you wondering how to create a rustic Christmas tree with a farmhouse vibe? Today, I'm sharing a closer look at the rustic Christmas tree at our cottage, as first shared in yesterday's larger Christmas home tour home tour post: Rustic Christmas Decor Tour (Our Cottage). I'll share all my tips and ideas for creating a cozy, rustic themed tree. Do you love the look of a rustic Christmas tree with a simple, home-y feel? I've tried to create this Joanna Gaines-esque farmhouse style with our cottage tree for the past couple of years. Last year's Christmas tree was rustic and ... Read More about Rustic Christmas Tree (How to Get That Farmhouse Look)

White Christmas Theme Decor Tips + Ideas (Home Tour)

IN THIS ARTICLE: My 3 key tips on how to decorate with a white Christmas theme AND lots of white Christmas decorating ideas! My home tour: fireplace mantel decorated in Nordic style, Christmas tree decorated in a sparkly, monochromatic scheme with white Christmas tree decorations + other festive white Christmas decor ideas! Yay, it's my favourite time of year! I'm excited to share the white Christmas theme I used for this year's Christmas decorating. If you're looking for simple, white Christmas decorating ideas, I hope you'll find some inspiration here! White Christmas Theme Home ... Read More about White Christmas Theme Decor Tips + Ideas (Home Tour)

DIY Christmas Ornament: Spice Jar Snow Globe

In this article: You'll find a super easy, personalized diy Christmas ornament that you can give as a gift to friends or family . These small spice jar snow globes are personalized with all the things that make a special somebody truly unique, whether they're an athlete who plays trumpet, or a musician who love pizza! Plus, these homemade tree decorations are super affordable. You can find the supplies for these holiday ornaments at just about any dollar store. And, the best thing is that this tutorial is easy enough for kids to make too! Read on to learn how to make them. Do you want ... Read More about DIY Christmas Ornament: Spice Jar Snow Globe

Red Plaid Christmas Decor: Cozy Tour

In this article: Find gorgeous red plaid Christmas decorating inspiration, including my cottage-inspired Christmas tree (recently featured in Women's Day and Cottages & Bungalows!), staircase railing, fireplace mantel, front porch, and more! Red plaid Christmas decor! Is there anything more quintessential and traditional when it comes to Christmas decorating? This year, my decor is a departure for me as I typically decorate with blues or neutrals. But, it feels so cozy, and it's giving me all the Christmas vibes. My red plaid Christmas tree in this article has received lots of love. ... Read More about Red Plaid Christmas Decor: Cozy Tour

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Take a Coastal Cottage Summer Tour (Lake House Style)

In this article: I'm sharing a little tour of our coastal cottage style summer home. If you love coastal style decorating as much as I do, I hope you'll get some ideas and inspiration for your own home. And, even it's not your go-to style all year, summer is a great time to infuse some easy, breezy coastal cottage decor into your home. Hello, friends!  Today I'm sharing a little tour of our coastal cottage style summer home. That's because this week I'm joining some friends for the Summer Seasonal Simplicity Home Tour Series! Each day from Monday through Thursday, home bloggers will ... Read More about Take a Coastal Cottage Summer Tour (Lake House Style)

Shelf Styling: 5 Tips for a Clean, Collected Look

In this article: Shelf styling tips for a clean, collected look. Styling a shelf can be frustrating when you've fiddled and fussed, but your bookshelf still looks like a hot mess. (I've been there!) So, today, I'm sharing 5 simple shelf styling tips that I've learned through years of trial and error. With these super do-able tricks, styling a shelf that looks collected, not cluttered, is easier than you think. Shelf styling. I bet you either love it or hate it. And, even if you love tinkering with decor like me, styling a shelf can still be frustrating. I've been there. You aim for that ... Read More about Shelf Styling: 5 Tips for a Clean, Collected Look

How to Paint Abstract Art (DIY Tutorial)

In this article: Have you ever wondered how to paint abstract art? Well, DIY abstract art is easier than you might think! Today, I'm sharing a beginner tutorial on how to paint your own abstract art canvas. I'll review the four (4) beginner level abstract painting techniques that I used to create the coastal inspired abstract art painting that's displayed on my fireplace mantel! Check out this easy, beginner tutorial if you want to create a diy abstract art masterpiece! Wondering how to paint diy abstract art that you can hang in your home with pride? In this beginner tutorial, I'll ... Read More about How to Paint Abstract Art (DIY Tutorial)

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DIY Gift Idea: Inspirational Quote Canvas

This post was most recently updated on January 18th, 2022In this article: How to make a DIY Christmas gift idea that anyone would love! Did you know that it’s so easy to make your own canvas print for about $10? Today, I’ll show you how to make an inspirational quote canvas using the free printable in this post. But you’ll…
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