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We love to make fun and creative gifts for our friends. This year we are sharing our DIY Christmas Matchbox – Perfect Gift! Welcome to this month’s installment of Thrifty Style Team.This is the place where we get together with our talented and creative blogger friends every month. We each makeover, repurpose or transform something…
This is a delicious holiday treat, homemade peppermint pretzels thins. Jenn and I love shopping at Trader Joe’s, especially during the holidays. They offer so many seasonal treats at a great price. One of the offerings are peppermint pretzel thins. Last year they sold out very quickly at our closest location. This necessitated creating homemade…
This year I have created a festive red and white Christmas porch. You are in for a treat today. Not only will you get to see my festive red and white Christmas porch, you will also get to tour 9 other fabulous Christmas porches. Our design blogging friends have done such a beautiful job! A…
Come and see my festive red and white Christmas mantel. How is everyone feeling during the rush of the holidays? I know that it can be overwhelming sometimes. That is one of the reasons that I love to decorate my home for Christmas so early. Part of it is because of my business…this blog –…
Traditional Red and White Christmas Tree Decor for the living room. Hello friends, I am so happy that you are here! Each Christmas, I like to change up my decor. Different colors, themes, etc. In the past couple of years I have had blue and green Christmas tree decor and blue and silver. This years…
Making Christmas spice ornaments is super easy and fun to do! If you are looking for a fun family activity, or just wanting to create something special for your tree – try making Christmas spice ornaments. Making Ornaments This recipe is from my friend, Lisa. Way back in the Dark Ages when we were newlyweds,…
We are so excited to share with you our guest bedroom Christmas decor! What better way to make visitors feel welcome than a guest bedroom decorated for Christmas? Twinkling lights on the tree, greenery and simple decor make a big impression. Sugar plum fairies will be dancing in their heads in no time! Today I’m…
If you are looking for Christmas inspiration, we’ve got you covered. Here are 8 Christmas mantel decor ideas to help get you ready for the holidays. This is such a fun post because it gives us a glimpse into the past. It is a great way to view our different style and taste throughout the…
These adorable Scottie dog Christmas ornaments were dreamed up while walking the aisles of the Dollar Tree. Come and see how easy they are to create. You know how much I love to make my own Christmas decor. Each year I try to create ornaments, wreaths, centerpieces and more. Recently, I was walking the craft…
Christmas decor need not cost a fortune. This is how to make a cotton ball garland, for your mantel or Christmas tree. Last Christmas I realized that the garland I used for previous Christmases clashed terribly with my current decor. Not one to discourage quickly, I searched my craft stash for an option. Surprisingly, I…
Let’s take a look at Christmas Past. Here are 9 Christmas tree ideas to get you into the holiday spirit. Okay – we know that it is barely November. Being totally realistic and authentic, you know that we love to give you holiday inspiration well in advance. As design bloggers, it is our job. This…
Make your home cozy and inviting with our DIY cinnamon scented pine cones. Spicy fragrances of cinnamon, clove, ginger and anise instantly transport me to warm fuzzy memories of my mother. During the fall and holidays she always baked and whipped up the most delicious treats. One of my earliest memories as a child was…