Trying my Hand at DIY Salt Dough Ornaments
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Trying my Hand at DIY Salt Dough Ornaments

In a previous Saturday Meaderings, I share beautiful salt dough ornaments by both Miss Mustard Seed and Eleanor Rose Home. My recollection of salt dough ornaments are from childhood, where they are rather goofy and painted bright colors. But times have changed and wooden molds are certainly more sophisticated. I find a pretty mold and…

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

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,…

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

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…

Saturday Meanderings
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Saturday Meanderings

Is anyone else in awe that is it already November? Actually this week went by so quickly~so much so that I thought it was Tuesday when in actuality it was Friday. I feel like I want to slam on the brakes of life. You, too? My goal this week is to breathe deeply, go for…

Our First Fall Styling Workshop is a Success!
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Our First Fall Styling Workshop is a Success!

Last Thursday and Friday, we hosted the very first Fall Styling Workshop here at our historic property, Bella Terra. Naturally, for weeks and months beforehand, we dreamed and planned. But anything you imagine in your head and then execute in real life, comes with a bit of trepidation. I am very happy to say, with…