Tag Archives: Decorating

Let the Animals Decorate for Christmas

Want a whimsical Christmas decorating idea that comes straight from the wonderful world of Disney? Here is a cute idea that you’ll want to try over and over again. Have you seen the movie Enchanted, yet? With all of the previews, movie clips and interviews, I feel as though I have already seen the movie, even without actually going to the theater. One of the prevailing themes in the movie a play on the traditional Disney films with all of the helpful happy woodland creatures that are available to assist the Disney princesses. And then there are the holiday movies, … Continue reading →

Alphabet Block Wreath

Here is a cute idea for a wreath that has old fashioned charm. Use it for decorating an old-fashioned Christmas, or to decorate a nursery or child’s room. It would even make a nice gift for expecting parents! The wreath will be formed out of assorted wooden alphabet blocks and small toys. You can use teddy bears, wooden trains, small nutcrackers or anything you might have around. Wooden Christmas ornaments that resemble toys, such as a rocking horse or a little doll are especially quaint in this wreath. To make this wreath, you’ll need: A flat wreath form (you can … Continue reading →

Updating the Living Room during the Holidays

Even if you love the look of your living room, love your furniture, you may find yourself wishing you could do a little updating. While many of us would rather not spend money on re-decorating right now since we’re busy shopping for Christmas, we may not be ready for a complete interior redesign either. Rearranging furniture is a job! Well, you may be able to rearrange just a few things to create a fresh look and feel. This is actually a good time for it, since you’ll probably be doing some rearranging to make room for the Christmas tree. Even … Continue reading →

3 Frugal Wreath Ideas

Having a nice wreath for the holiday season doesn’t have to cost you much or even anything at all. Use these five fun ideas to make your own festive Christmas wreaths. I was looking in an LL Bean catalogue today. I love looking through all of those beautiful full-color glossy pages, not really to buy anything, but to get ideas for my home that inspire low-cost alternatives. The Christmas wreath is one of those products that I found can cost a lot less when you make it yourself. A balsam wreath with a cherry red bow can cost somewhere around … Continue reading →

The Perfect Christmas Tree

This year, I am seriously thinking of having a perfect “theme” tree. Usually, we have our traditional tree that is an eclectic mix of paper ornaments, glass balls, tiny plastic reindeer and anything that might have caught the eye of a child anytime in the last 40 years. But I also dream of another tree, one whose branches yield a more cohesive style, where the ornaments all match and everything is planned out. I have been pouring through home magazines and catalogues dreaming of the perfect decorated Christmas tree. There is the rustic cabin in the woods kind of tree, … Continue reading →

Outdoor Christmas Trees

This Christmas, why not decorate trees and place them outdoors? It is a great way to have the spirit of the season extend beyond your living room. Choose one tree or several, and you are bound to add some Christmas curb appeal to your house that will have everyone wishing they were at your home for the holidays. Two more benefits to have outdoor trees: Easier cleanup when it comes to needles and it allows even those with allergies to experience the warmth of a fresh-cut or live tree. Here are some tips and ideas that are good to know … Continue reading →

Create a Cozy Rustic Holiday Table

A sturdy log crackling in the fireplace as you gather around a cozy table set somewhere in a log cabin in the middle of the Rocky Mountains. Isn’t that a nice thought? Well you can create a rustic holiday table even if you have never set foot outside of Florida or if your Thanksgiving or Christmas table will be set in a small apartment in New York City. It is all a matter of decorating, accessorizing and setting the mood. Here are some ideas to help you create that rustic and cozy feeling of having a holiday in the mountains. … Continue reading →

Quick Harvest Decorating

Do you need some last minute tips for fabulous harvest decorating around your home? Here are some quick ideas that require very little effort or planning. Sometimes life can be hectic, especially around the holidays. I remember one year when I suddenly found out that I was hosting Thanksgiving for our extended family. I found this out less then two weeks before the big day. Ouch. If this is happening to you this year, you have my sympathy. You also can have these quick ideas to get your home in a festive mood. For a quick harvest centerpiece, gather up … Continue reading →

Cold Weather Comfort

Just because you are following a frugal lifestyle doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the cooler weather. And of course, the holidays are coming up. The frugal living blog has had some great ideas for enjoying this time of year. From keeping warm to having fun, here are some of the best articles for cold weather comfort. Frugal Food: Make Your Own Hot Chocolate Mix Last week the weather hit an unexpected cold spell and we all had the chills. it was just one of those cold dreary days. The kids were whiny and the adults were grumpy. I thought that … Continue reading →

Flower Arranging Tips

Whether you grow your own flowers or buy them from a florist, or even if you just pick up some pretty things on a nature walk, the beauty of flowers can be enhanced by an artful arrangement. But don’t worry, you won’t need a degree in floral design to create some professional looking displays. Just use the following tips to help you arrange your nature as a professional might. One really easy way to arrange your flowers with style is to recreate the shape that they take when they are growing outside in nature. For example, left a branch of … Continue reading →