Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

ByMary Crozier

Welcome to Saturday Meanderings! So much of my week was devoted to a neighborhood issue~lots of research, creating a powerpoint presentation and sitting in a hearing for 5 hours. Naturally I’d rather be decorating for the holidays, but sometimes other responsibilities take precedent. We have a rather large event at the house today, so I’m…

Easy and Inexpensive DIY Paper Mache Gingerbread Houses
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Easy and Inexpensive DIY Paper Mache Gingerbread Houses

ByMary Crozier

If you like to doodle, then you will love this project! Gingerbread everything is a big holiday theme this year, and yes, the gingerbread bug did bite me too! See how easy it is to decorate this very inexpensive cardboard houses into your own personal gingerbread village. Supplies You will need: I find these 6″…

Decorating the Living Room Mantel with a Nutcracker Theme
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Decorating the Living Room Mantel with a Nutcracker Theme

ByMary Crozier

The only reason my living room mantel is completely decorated for Christmas is due to the Fall Styling Workshop. Chloe, from Celebrate and Decorate, demonstrates her technique for layering garlands for a luxuriously styled mantel. I can honestly say this mantel is so gorgeous that the room doesn’t require any other decorations. The Before Typically,…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

ByMary Crozier

What a busy and fulfilling week! I cannot believe it is the Saturday before Thanksgiving week! It’s that time again for Saturday Meanderings where we chat about all good things this week. Veterans Day Parade in Phoenix I think this is the very first time I attended the Veterans Day parade here in town. It’s…

Thanksgiving Table Ideas from Table Design to Centerpiece Inspiration
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Thanksgiving Table Ideas from Table Design to Centerpiece Inspiration

ByMary Crozier

Every year I try to make our Thanksgiving table extra special, from the space and table, to the place setting and centerpiece. There is something that says love in setting a lovely table for your guests. Since this is the holiday of thanks, what better way to tell your family and guests how grateful you…