Yes, they really are! See for yourself: I know. It’s not a “real” mantel, but what do you think? I found this shelf at Homegoods and thought it would make a perfect faux mantel on which to hang the stockings. The best part: it has glass knobs, which I love. The Stockings Since this household is made up of a blended… View Post
“The Stocking were hung…” Part 2. My living room was looking a little lopsided. One side has the big Christmas Tree, the bookshelf-being-used-as-a-mantel and the pass-thru window into the kitchen. All on one side of the room, while the opposite side was looking pretty sparse with its big blank walls. Here’s one side: And now here is what I did… View Post
Well not yet. At least not yet at my house. However, I did decorate the bannister (where we used to hang the stockings) for Christmas. I was cruising the internet looking at beautifully decorated staircases and here is what I was drooling over: Source I love it! But being short on time and not having the supplies to make it… View Post
Linda at Craftaholics Anonymous hosts a Handmade Gift Exchange every year and this year I decided to participate. I’m so glad I did. I made a new friend. I was paired with a lovely lady named Brandi. We emailed back and forth getting to know each other and our families. It was fun! I plan to sign up again in June…. View Post
There is no fireplace and therefore no mantel in my humble abode. Sooo, I just pretend that I have one. I have a few areas that I decorate for the current season and holiday. One is a narrow wall by the front door. Earlier this year, I got these 4 x 6 frames from Pick Your Plum, one of my… View Post
