Golden Christmas

by Jessica // December 7, 2014 // No Comments

Hope you all have had a wonderful weekend. We are doing well in Okinawa, we’ve had a few cooler evenings, it’s finally feeling like fall. Just got our last package mailed off, my Christmas shopping is almost complete, now I’m ready to enjoy the season.

This post is about choosing your Christmas decor. The options are endless, if you are looking to change it up a bit this year I have found a few options that are affordable DIY projects. Other than traditional red and green, gold would be my choice for Christmas decor. The gold tones will go well with any color home decor and has a bit more of a formal look. With all the wonderful metallic paints available this look is easy to accomplish. No worries if you’ve already got your Christmas decor up for the season, plan ahead for next year, hit the after Christmas sales and stock up on all things gold. Check out a few of the lovely trees and DIY projects below for a little inspiration.

via www.potterybarn.com Love this tree topper.

via www.MarthaStewart.com

via www.bhg.com

via www.countryliving.com

via www.maureenstevens.com Branches sprayed with metallic paint, these could be used as a tree topper or as an arrangement.

via www.thesweetestoccasion.com Check out this site for step-by-step instruction on how to make this beautiful garland. Drape this from your mantel or around your tree.

via www.MarthaStewart.com Click the picture for step-by-step instructions on to create these lovely gilded pinecones.

via www.homedit.com Artificial greenery come to life with gold metallic spray paint, add candles for a beautiful glow. Live greenery also works great, I’ve used this to help the tree look fuller, it looks beautiful with the lights reflecting off the gold.

via www.weheartit.com Use artificial fruit from the dollar store and glitter to create a centerpiece or add to your tree.

via www.anightowlblog.com Another option for your artificial fruit.

via www.williamsburgmarketplace.com Bay leaves, magnolia leaves, or even a pine wreath completely covered or just adding a light coat of metallic paint. This would look great on your front door or above your mantel.

via www.yournestdesign.blogspot This combination is beautiful.

via www.pinterest.com Simple magnolia leaf wreath with gold ribbon.

via www.marthastewart.com Click the picture for more Christmas wreath ideas from MarthaStewart.com. The wide satin ribbon tied in a loose knot make the wreath.

via www.MarthaStewart.com Gold magnolia leaf garland draped with wide satin ribbon. Click the picture for how-to instructions.

via www.lowes.com I have used Rustoleum for several of my projects and have read several reviews, this seems to be the top choice.

via www.krylon.com This spray comes in a rainbow of colors, much easier than the glue and glitter technique from back in the day.

via www.pinterest.com If you decide to go with the gold theme or another of your favorite metallic tones don’t forget the gift wrap.

via www.frommyfrontporchtoyours.com

All the pictures above have clickable links for more info.

Hope you have enjoyed this post, happy decorating! Next post, traditional red and green decor. Don’t forget to subscribe and please share with your friends. Have a wonderful week and take time to enjoy the most wonderful time of the year!

Jessica

Thanksgiving Table

by Jessica // November 18, 2014 // No Comments

Hello friends, Thanksgiving is fast approaching and it’s time to start thinking about setting your table for family and friends, which can often be a daunting task. I like the simple, timeless approach, try to avoid buying trendy items that you may look back and say, “What was I thinking?”

This season there are many affordable options, depending where you live and what you have access to. I’ve seen beautiful arrangements this season using cotton, pheasant feathers, wheat, just to name a few. The colors I’m loving this fall are plum and burgundy, an easy option is always fruit and fall foliage.

Click the pictures below for the link and more info.

via www.boho-weddings.com This is the color scheme my pick this fall, check out more amazing pics. on Boho-weddings.com.

via www.weddingchicks.com How beautiful is this linen napkin, pheasant feather, and brass napkin ring combination?

via www.blog.birdsparty.com More of the beautiful plum color, mixed with magnolia leaves and persimmons.

via www.vignettedesign.net Beautiful color combination.

via www.bridalguide.com This is a beautiful combination with the pine cones, pomegranates, and orchids.

via www.blog.xoxobride.com Another simple, yet beautiful option for using pomegranates.

via www.stylemepretty.com This is another amazing arrangement, if you have access to fresh cut cotton.

via www.findinghomeonline.com Black and white gingham, striped tea towel, and a small twig of lavender.

via www.potterybarn.com These lovely ikat napkins would be perfect on any Thanksgiving table, priced at $16.00 for a set of four.

via www.pinterest.com Accorns and lavender.

via www.intimateweddings.com Another great look if you have access to fresh-cut wheat.

via www.southernliving.com Fall foliage and miniature pumpkins, pop against the white table linens and dinnerware.

via www.hgtv.com This is a great idea for your guests or kiddos, write what your thankful, a beautiful keepsake.

via www.eastcoastcreativeblog.com Lovely craft idea for the kiddos, also another option for guests to share what they are thankful for.

via www.eastcoastcreativeblog.com Creative artwork idea for the kiddos, using dry magnolia leaves.

Hope you’ve enjoyed taking a look at a few of my favorite picks for our Thanksgiving table and it’s helped get the creative juices flowing.

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Have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving!

Jessica

Teen Girls Room

by Jessica // August 23, 2014 // No Comments

This color scheme is bold and the style is eclectic. Perfect for your daughter’s first apartment or dorm. More than likely she will be sharing space with one or more girls and there will be a mix of many different colors and styles. The items listed vary in price but are to give you an idea of how easy it can be to mix styles and colors.

Teen Girls Room by jessicajohnsoninteriors featuring abstract wall art