When it comes to holiday decorating, I don't think I've ever done the same thing twice {which is totally in keeping with my Decorating ADD by the way}. If it weren't for photos, I'd never know what I'd done the year before, to be honest. :) I'm still tweaking my decor for this year -- boxes and bins all over the place, I confess, but I haven't hit it just right yet. In fact, I have to live with it for a day or so before I can decide if it's … [Read more...]
Easy Peasy Snowflake Ornament
December 2, 2011 by · 6 Comments
Happy Friday, friends! Just in case you're looking to occupy the kids this weekend, today I'm sharing an easy kid-friendly DIY Christmas ornament. I've done this for several years with my 4 year olds and they adorn the school trees surrounding our Winter Wonderland activities. All you need for this project is silver or sparkly white pipe cleaners, letter beads that spell your child's name, other assorted beads (we use white, clear, … [Read more...]
The To-do List
November 30, 2011 by · 2 Comments
Don't we all have them? Especially this time of year? And how do you hide your gift-buying list from prying teenage eyes?? Let me know if you have the answer to this one! I ordered my Christmas cards (photo, of course) from Shutterfly on Sunday and darn if they didn't arrive YESTERDAY. Great service, but talk about the pressure!! In the meantime, here's some snippets of what I'm working … [Read more...]
Pre-holiday Decorating {Forcing Paperwhites} and a Winner!
November 21, 2011 by · 9 Comments
I love this time of year! Thanksgiving week, all my chicks back in the nest, cooking, baking, getting the holiday decorating and celebrating started. I snuck into Target early this morning to pick up a couple of things {cold meds for the college one} and there was Christmas music playing, beckoning me back to the seasonal section. I resisted, but headed straight to Starbucks to indulge in a gingerbread latte. :) Last week, I got a small … [Read more...]
Love this Burlap Decor Deal
November 1, 2011 by · 1 Comment
I am in L-O-V-E with this... you know it's true, if I'm sharing it here. :) Remember that burlap is one of my favorite things from last month? Check out this... A burlap stocking advent garland!! How precious is this? Here's the low down on the deal-- Each set includes 24 mini burlap stockings with 4 assorted ribbon colors and embellishments. Also included are 24 distressed and numbered clothespins with jute to hang them on. This … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas from Heidiopia!
December 24, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
I thought I'd share my mother's French Toast Casserole recipe with you today. Mine is already chilling in the fridge for tomorrow's Christmas Day Brunch! This is super simple and delicious...a real crowd-pleaser.French Toast Casserole2 tbsp corn syrup1 stick of butter1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed10-12 slices of bread5 eggs1 1/2 cups of milk1 tsp vanillaCombine first 3 ingredients in small saucepan and simmer over low heat until … [Read more...]
Holiday Decorating Tip: All Wrapped Up
December 22, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
As promised, here are the instructions for making a fabulous moss-covered box. Super easy, and the natural elements look equally at home on your covered front porch or in your foyer on a table.Start with any size box, taped shut (I used a 12x16x5 box), a can of spray adhesive and a bag of moss. The moss comes in a variety of colors, but I prefer your plain jane green moss because of its texture and all the various shades of green. Be … [Read more...]
Holiday Decorating Tip: Easy Festive Vases
December 21, 2010 by · 1 Comment
These merry vases are crafted using your own square glass containers or empty cans with the labels removed. Simply cover using scraps of your gift wrap, tie a ribbon around, and fill with greenery clippings, grocery store blooms, or votive candles nestled in a non-flammable material. The new flameless candles look great in these, too. Scatter them down the center of your dining table, along your window sill, on the fireplace … [Read more...]
Holiday Decorating: What’s It Worth To You?
December 19, 2010 by · Leave a Comment
Worked with an interior designer before? If so, what would you be willing to pay them to do your holiday decorating for you?The New York Times published an interesting article highlighting the services of certain interior designers that take on the holiday "zhooshing" (love that word!) for select clients. It left me wondering if I'd ever be willing to let someone else do my decorating for me? Sure I'd love some advice, … [Read more...]
Holiday Decorating Tip: Berry and Bow Door Bucket
December 13, 2010 by · 1 Comment
As promised, here's how to fill your door bucket easily and inexpensively.Start with evergreen clippings in your yard. I used Indian laurel, Leyland Cypress, and holly bush clippings.Add a small selection of holiday picks from your craft store. These were $1.99 each at Garden Ridge. I only ended up using two.Cut florists foam to fit in a sandwich size ziploc bag. The bag should not be able to close.Soak the foam in water … [Read more...]
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