Today is my Sweet Guy’s 12th birthday. While he will be enjoying a traditional children’s party very soon I wanted to make sure that the table was decorated for a special meal. It will be just the four of us enjoying his favorite foods tonight. The centerpiece is a small wheelbarrow that Mr. Décor gave me while we were dating…16 years ago. I filled it with happy sunflowers, mums, red berries and roses as well as other bits of flora and fauna. It is surrounded by a bounty of dollar ... View the Post
Miracles Can Happen
Tomorrow my Sweet Guy turns 12. It seems like just yesterday that his extra tiny head could fit in the palm of his dad’s hand. Miracles Can Happen . Miracles Can Happen Every day Mr. Décor and I are reminded that miracles can and do happen. Now of course everyone thinks that their baby is a miracle, but Sweet Guy, well, he is extra miraculous. I married Mr. Décor in the spring of 1998. Shortly after that we moved to the island of Crete. It was an extended honeymoon if you will, complete ... View the Post
Fun Fall Craft A Pumpkin Diorama
I love working in miniatures. Most recently I created a fall scene nestled inside a funkin (faux pumpkin). Today let's create a Fun Fall Craft A Pumpkin Diorama. Fun Fall Craft A Pumpkin Diorama You can find miniatures at most craft stores. It also helps to improvise. Since we had never attempted this project before, Mr. Décor and I thought it was best to begin on something less expensive than the nice faux pumpkin I had purchased at Michaels. (Even at 50% off it ... View the Post
Elegant Acorn Napkin Rings
I recently found myself frantically searching for my fall themed napkin rings. They were no where to be found. So I quickly got creative. I began with miniature grapevine wreaths I have had for awhile. (You can find these at most craft stores.) I had also been hanging onto some cedar acorns that once had been in several sweater drawers but had lost their scent long ago. I started priming and then remembered the “before” pictures. Oooops! Do you do that too? :) After the ... View the Post
A Fun Fall Mantel in Under 10 Minutes
I just adore decorating for the seasons. But right now with three college classes, design work and running a household for my family most of the decorating I do must fall under the “Swifty and thrifty” categories. My mantle (err fantle~faux mantle) within our entertainment center was no exception. Here's how to create A Fun Fall Mantel in Under 10 Minutes. A Fun Fall Mantel in Under 10 Minutes The biggest challenge is that the space above the television is so dark. It is like a black hole. ... View the Post
Bacon Pancakes, Makin Bacon Pancakes
If you have a child you may be well familiar with Bacon Pancakes, Makin Bacon Pancakes. Bacon Pancakes, Makin Bacon Pancakes Its popularity was brought on by this little ditty sung by Jake the dog of “Adventure Time”. Warning: you WILL sing this song after hearing it. Generally as a rule, when we host a sleepover a big breakfast is involved. Sweet Guy’s friend, G. wanted to know if I could make this kid-approved delicacy. I thought “Why not!” So I bought some maple bacon thinking it ... View the Post
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