dining room - Somewhat Simple

Christmas Table Centerpiece

Nov

2012

Tis’ the season for hosting family dinners, holiday parties and social gatherings! And what better way to drape your home with warm colors, festive holly and bring cheer this holiday season than with a simple Christmas centerpiece?! This project was inspired by Amy’s Thanksgiving centerpiece that she made and then re-decorated for Christmas. I love a piece of decor that is simple to create and even simpler to adapt year round. While browsing Lowes last week, I stumbled across this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Furniture & Decor, Promotions, Rooms of the House · Tagged With: christmas, dining room, Lowes, Winter

Paper Doily Table Runner {Plus a Martha Stewart Crafts Sweepstakes!}

Nov

2012

by Stephanie 2 Comments

I am absolutely loving the versatility of this idea- you can make a Paper Doily Table Runner for every occasion in about 10 minutes! I made my first one last week for a baby shower I held in my home, and I made this one yesterday to adorn my table for the holidays. Here is how I made it: And you're done! YAY! Want to get your hands on your own Circle Edge Punch? The Martha Stewart Circle Edge Punch has many amazing features: Punch a continuous, die-cut border in 7 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Furniture & Decor, Paper Crafts, Rooms of the House, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: dining room

Thankful Thanksgiving Tablecloth

Oct

2012

by Stephanie 2 Comments

This month Lowe's challenged their creative network to show off some fall decor that won't break the bank. Here is what I came up with: A Thankful Thanksgiving Tablecloth! This project was inspired by my SIL Becca's tablecloth she posted about last year- see her tutorial HERE. I put a little spin on Becca's idea- instead of me writing all the things we are grateful for, I decided to let the whole family get in on the fun! Here is how we made it: 1. Head on over to Lowes and pick up … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Family, Furniture & Decor, Rooms of the House, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: Activities, dining room, fall, Lowes, Thanksgiving

My Living Room and Dining Room {Giveaway Closed}

Apr

2012

by Stephanie 135 Comments

Let me show you how a room of my house went from my least favorite to my most favorite all in one weekend! It all started when my practically perfect husband surprised me for my 30th birthday by flying this girl in from Utah to spend the weekend with me- Becca stayed just a few days in Arizona and we filled our weekend with shopping, late-night chats, eating out, and redecorating my formal living room and dining room! Let me give you a little background about how needed this makeover … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Promotions, Rooms of the House · Tagged With: dining room, living room, Sponsors & Giveaways

Thanksgiving Tablescape Idea from Lowes

Nov

2011

by Stephanie 2 Comments

Last month I introduced you to the Lowe's Creative Ideas and told you how to get your hands on a FREE magazine subscription. Today I am going to show you my Thanksgiving Tablescape that I embellished with a very ordinary product found at Lowes. This idea came to me when I saw this picture in Family Circle Magazine: You can view the entire tutorial for the Radiator Screen Candles HERE. As soon as I saw this idea, I knew I wanted to incorporate it into my tablescape for fall, so I went to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Furniture & Decor, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: dining room, fall, tablescape, Thanksgiving