Button Tree Tutorial

Button Tree Tutorial

When I started this project, I had all the supplies in place and a plan to make this… This is the Mariana tree from Ballard Designs. it is covered in...
Ornament Wreath

Ornament Wreath

There is a little bit of snow falling this morning. This has changed the light such that I could finally take some decent pictures of my ornament wreath. As I...
Make New Ornaments Look “Vintage”

Make New Ornaments Look “Vintage”

Last night I FINALLY hung a wreath that has been five years in the making, literally. Here is a sneak peak… I was unable to get any decent pictures today...
Fa La La La Laundry Room!

Fa La La La Laundry Room!

When I clean and when I decorate I find that I work in “zones”. I don’t dust everywhere, then vacuum everywhere. I take one space and do it all, move...
Thanksgiving Blackboard

Thanksgiving Blackboard

I actually put this together a few weeks ago, but I thought I would share it again as we are getting ready for Thanksgiving! This was a frame I found...
Why not another Ballard Inspired Tree?

Why not another Ballard Inspired Tree?

So project number 2 is inspired by the Ballard Tree Card Holder. It measures at 26" x 16" and sells for $79. I purchased a piece of aluminum sheeting in...
The Evolution of a Ballard Inspired Ornament Tree

The Evolution of a Ballard Inspired Ornament Tree

So this was my inspiration. The beautiful Ballard Ornament Tree. I know, we are still in Halloween mode, but I figured it was about that time to get started on...