I have never made one of these gorgeous wreaths, I think I have always been a little intimidated.However, I have oodles of these gorgeous vintage ornaments, so I may have to try one this year! Eddie Ross shows a quick and easy method here.This one from Hazel Ruthe's. Here is the one from Eddies ... Read More about ~vintage ornament wreaths~

I hope you all are enjoying a relaxing Sunday!Last night we went to the 5Th Ave. theater in Seattle for a wonderful play,White Christmas. It was a magical evening I got to spend with my family....Today I am wrapping up the Christmas decorating, looking forward to a week of crafting and getting ready ... Read More about ~beauties~

I just love these photos{found here} I am definitely taking a "less is more"approach this season...I love the simplicity of the Christmas decor here.A simple wreath is all that is added here,but it makes a big statement!One of my favorite things every December is a gingerbread party my kids have ... Read More about ~beautiful simple Christmas decor~

I hope you all had a fabulous Thanksgiving!Here's a few "Black Friday"images for you! flickr flickr flickr flickr flickrxoxo ... Read More about ~Black Friday~

I am so thankful for all that I have received. A wonderful Husband, and happy, healthy children. At night I have a warm bed and plenty of food. There are others who are not so fortunate. They have empty bellies and no beds to sleep in.Thousands of men and women are serving their country in a foreign ... Read More about ~a lot to be thankful for~

a sneak peak at a few things I have been working on for the holiday show at my home on the 11Th of December. I created these pillows and large burlap bags with vintage cloth children's books. The bags could be used to hold toys, laundry, etc. They are large and sturdy.I hand stitched the book pages ... Read More about ~having fun crafting~

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Hope your week is going well friends.Mine if full of appointments, cleaning my house, 3 soccer games,putting up Christmas decor, painting, packaging, shipping, you name it!I'm busy, and a little stressed out!These pictures were so soothing to me, helps to calm this crazy thing I call life!~Enjoy~ ... Read More about ~daily dose of eye candy~