Every year I create a new Christmas theme. This year I decided to try and Create A Dickens Christmas. For the past year, I have been researching the Christmas customs and traditions of the Dickens Christmas Era. Create A Dickens Christmas Charles Dickens published his first novel, The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club (also known as The Pickwick Papers) in 1837. Many consider this the first year of the Dickens Era which lasted until his death in 1870. His novella "A ... View the Post
Giving That Feels Good
Today is Black Friday. This is followed by Small Business Saturday and then Cyber Monday. We can shop 'til we drop but that doesn't guarantee us of giving that feels good. Giving Tuesday Comes Early I myself like Giving Tuesday. This is when you give to your favorite non-profit organization. I mentioned in a previous post last week that 50% of the profits of every apron sold from the Decor To Adore Christmas shop would be donated to the buyers choice of the Samaritan’s Purse ~ Operation ... View the Post
An Exciting Thanksgiving Week
Hello sweet friends! Are your holiday preparations underway? Since last Friday I have been working on table decor, among other things, for the 2017 National Cowgirl Museum Induction Luncheon which is being held today. This year has a lovely group of women being inducted into the Hall of Fame including singer Reba McEntire, artist Ashley Collins, and Ann Romney. The centerpiece I created consisted of stacked boxes made of reclaimed wood filled with the bounty of the ... View the Post
2017 Limited Edition Christmas Decor and Other Handcrafted Treasures
Andy Williams told me the other day that the Most Wonderful Time of the Year is now upon us. How did that happen? Time truly is flying by. I'm old school in that our Christmas decor doesn't go up until the day after I am extra thankful. But I know some of you are so excited to Deck Your Halls. So I am happy to announce that the 2017 limited edition Christmas decor and other handcrafted treasures are now available in the online holiday shoppe. O Christmas Tree Each year I make a few ... View the Post
Hosting A Harvest Tea
Hello lovely friends! I sit here looking out at the oak trees watching the crispy leaves fall. I feel so happy and content. Over the weekend I had the joy of hosting a harvest tea for some lovely friends. The First Table The first table was set with antique red transferware and accented with traditional autumnal colors. The centerpiece was a twist on the classic cornucopia. I had posted this image on Instagram and Facebook and a few eagle-eyed readers picked up on the "turkey" I had ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles Perfect Fall Days
Hello dear friends! I have compiled a few of my recent favorites in the areas of eye candy, DIY, recipes, and entertainment to help give you Sunday Smiles Perfect Fall Days. A gorgeous Thanksgiving table featuring greens and purples. A traditional feel with a modern twist. I follow the fashion blog Classy Girls Wear Pearls not just for the outfits but the stunning lifestyle shots. Sarah and Kiel just announced the birth of their first child and I imagine that future posts are only going to ... View the Post
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