The week started out with a 39 degree low but it now appears that spring has arrived in sunny Phoenix. On the front porch I cleared off all of the winter décor and hosed everything down. The red cushions that looked so cheery all through the holidays now appear tired and faded. The desert sun does a number on outdoor fabric even in the winter. I plan on giving the bistro set a paint update before summer arrives. Dark bronze probably, although I am tempted by the thought of turquoise. ... View the Post

After the winter pom-pom wreath took me like 300 hours to make I wanted something quick and easy for the front door this spring. As you know I also really love inexpensive creations. This wreath hit it out of the ballpark on both counts. Here is how I made A $7 Springtime Wreath Made In Under 30 Minutes. A $7 Springtime Wreath Made In Under 30 Minutes I began with a wire frame I purchased at Joann’s for 50% off. The burlap garland was found at Michael’s and I used a 40% coupon. The total ... View the Post

From the bottom of our hearts, the entire family thanks you for kindness, love and support. While I take time with my family please enjoy this post from the DTA March 2008 archives. Thatching is a process of covering a roof with dried vegetation such as heather and straw. It is perhaps the oldest form of roofing material. Thatching in Ireland has gone on for over 9,000 years. Originally it was used by those with less financial means. Thatching today is quite expensive due to its labor ... View the Post

Yes, I am of the School House Rock generation. (Smile) When I was creating the banner for my recent tablescape I ended up not using the extra circular images that Moselle generously added. But I can’t let a good thing go to waste so I enlisted Sweet Boy’s help and he used a circular paper punch on these cute images. Additional images from Moselle can be found HERE. We were trying to think of how we could use them in a craft or treat for his classmates. I remembered that I had some ... View the Post

The typography trend is still going strong and I wanted to add a bit of fun to my buffet. I had looked for inspiration on Pinterest and found some really darling designs. This wall hanging was created from wooden letters by Then She Made. Uncommon made clever yarn wrapped letters.   I adore the delightful details A Diamond in the Stuff added. There were several white pumpkins embellished with “BOO”. My favorite design was done by my good friend Yvonne. But for all my searching ... View the Post