Phoenix has now began its rapid ascent towards summer. Which meant that my viola and alyssum filled pots of spring wreath needed an update that could withstand 115+ degree temperatures. I opted to go with faux succulents found at Joann’s because WOW do they look real! I snipped off individual pieces with wire cutters. Then pushed them into the still dirt filled pots. While I don’t love it as much as the live flower filled pots it will do for the long, hot Phoenician summer. ... View the Post

My dear friend Liz from Rose Vignette’s recently invited me to a Ladies Tea held at her church. It was truly a wonderfully uplifting and inspiring event. She told me that there would be over 40 tables each decorated with a different theme so I arrived early with my camera. This table was simply decorated with garden store daisies, a quick and inexpensive centerpiece. The take away gift featured packets of seeds showcased on place card holders. Brilliant! Continuing a garden theme was a ... View the Post

My husband works for a large aeronautical company. Every year the company organizes a strictly volunteer fundraiser for the American Cancer Society’s Climb For Cancer. It is held in February on Phoenix’s South Mountain. The company provides T shirts that the participants wear. You are allowed to submit one name to be placed with 1oo’s of other names printed on the back. In previous years names such as Pop Gunn, Uncle Pete, and Grandma Karen were listed on the back of the shirt. Last year ... View the Post

Happy Halloween from Décor To Abore! Welcome to Day 31 ~ Whooo Loves An Inexpensive Halloween Tablescape and Treats? Day 31 ~ Whooo Loves An Inexpensive Halloween Tablescape and Treats? Our family of four celebrated a day early as the Fashionista has to work on Halloween night. What a fright! I have to say we actually had a lot of fun with our feast. More so than when we are normally scrambling to get out the door to go trick or treating. I began by topping the table with a very old ... View the Post