Fall Porch Tour, Pt.2 (Halloween)

It was a lot of fun, and a lot of work, but I am SO happy with the outcome of our "Halloween Porch".  Since we already decorated for Fall, I didn't want to do too much to change it up, so I opted to go for a "Spooky Pumpkin Patch" theme.  I still have a few more things to do out on the lawn, but the porch is done, and ready to share.  Okay, I'll stop chattering now, and let the pictures speak for themselves.  I hope you enjoy! 

HALLOWEEN MANTEL DECOR

Halloween is coming, and I've been decorating, decorating, decorating.  I've also been crafting a lot.  I want to save as much money as I can this year, because we have some big projects coming up here at home, so even if that means just a few dollars, I'm happy.  Because of that, I can say that I had a lot of fun this morning, cutting out paper bats, for our mantle display.  Okay, honestly, it was fun for about 10 minutes, and then I was tired of tracing, and cutting, and managing Rordan all at the same time.  I think he knows when I need to do something, because those are the exact times he decides that I'm the center of his world, and he must sit on me.  LOL!  No worries though, I love holding him, it just makes for a longer project.  Luckily, the final outcome proves to me that it was worth my time.  I'm loving the way it looks!
Also, to give credit where credit is due, about three of the bats are actually Martha Stewart paper bats, that I purchased at Michael's last year.  The package had quite a few, but I must have thrown away the ones I used last year, so I didn't have enough to complete the look I wanted for the mantle.  I ended up using the original to create a pattern, and cut the rest out of black card stock.  I used a hole punch for the eyes, and folded them according to the original pattern.  I think they came out pretty nice, so I'm patting myself of the back for that.  I hope you like the photos! 

DIY Paper Bats, Martha Stewart Paper Bats, Target Dollar Spot Halloween Banner & Trick or Treat Sign, & Jack-O-Lantern Votives, Haunted House Tour sign is from ROSS, and all other décor is from either existing items, or Hobby Lobby.

I added a throw from Target, and a pillow from Ikea to bring in the accents of black and white, I wanted.

Here is an overall look at the area, all decorated up!  The gold and black pumpkins are from Target, as well as the pumpkins in the tray.  I've had the owl for quite a few years, and think he will be keeping this spot this year. 

I'm so glad you took a moment to stop by and see the updates!  I'll have more photos to share in the near future, of our outdoor Halloween décor, so check back for those. 

Halloween Entry Table (Budget Decorating)

It's only October 1st, and yet I've been working on this table for a couple of days already, in anticipating of sharing it with you all.  Maybe it's because Halloween has always been my favorite holiday, next to Christmas, since I was a little kid.  I can't quite pinpoint exactly why though.  I don't really think it was all of the candy, because my grandparents didn't let me have much candy even when I had a bucket full from Trick or Treating.  The only thing that I can come up with is the ambiance that the holiday brings.  I'm not so into the blood and gore, but I like the creepy kind of stuff, which is why I think I chose this years table theme to be what it is.  Plus it isn't too scary for my baby boy.  He laughed so hard at the big spider tonight, and it made me feel better about using it.

Just to let you know, just about everything you will see in these pictures were purchased from Target's dollar spot, the Dollar Store, ROSS, HomeGoods, or DIY'd by me.  Each item ranges in price from $1-$15.  I think that's a good price range for holiday décor.

I'm so glad I'm getting back in touch with my creative side!  It just took a bit of imagination to come up with this entry table scene.  I hope you enjoy the pictures.  I took them at 1:00 this morning, just to be sure I captured that "creepy" feeling, or just to make sure I was able to take pictures after dark.  Whatever sound better to you.  LOL!  So here we go!

Trying to capture this entire setup was the most challenging thing for me.  I figured this picture lent itself best to featuring the Happy Halloween banner I picked up for $3 at TJMaxx.

 

Target Dollar Spot wins again!


 

You can find the tutorial on how to make these Apothecary Jars for $1 each.  Check out this link: Cheap DIY Apothecary Jars

Spiders creep me out!  This one is growing on me though.  Only $10 at Target!

I love how I was able to incorporate my lamps from HomeGoods, just by adding cheese cloth to them.

 

Found this sign at ROSS.  Couldn't pass it up because it was perfect for this space.

Here is another look at the spider.

One of my favorite shots from the shoot.  Feels just creepy enough.

 

 

 

 

 



Thanks for stopping by to take a look! I can't wait to see all of your ideas, as you post them.  Also, please feel free to share these photos.  All I ask is that you give me, and the blog credit if you do.  Also, I've noticed that my blog has quite a bit of traffic, but never any comments. I'd love to hear what you think about this in my comments. Thanks again!

FALL TOUR

 

 

 

Mmmmm, the smell of a pumpkin scented candle fills the air, and I am completely transported to a nice Fall day.  Sadly for me, I know that the moment I step outside, that will all fall away.  No pun intended.  Okay, maybe intended.  :@)  It's still reaching 90+ degrees here in TX, but that wont stop me from enjoying Fall here inside my home!  I started decorating late last week, and feel like I'm pretty much done with the entry and living room.  Since we are considering an addition to the living room in a month or so, I wanted to capture the current setup as it is today, because I honestly really enjoy the way it looks!  I've decided to decorate as simply as possible, and not go too overboard, as I have in the past.  I hope you enjoy the photos!  Here we go!

 

Welcome to our entry way!  I wanted to create a simple, yet visually stimulating display on and around the table this season.  I think I achieved that with these beautiful lamps from Home Goods.  They were a seriously good find.  Only $30 each! The pictures on the wall are pictures of my Grandpa's trees in his front yard.  I used to lay in the grass, and stare up through these very branches when I was small.  I couldn't resist bringing them into my home for memory sake. 

Here is a close up of the pictures on and around the table.  I'm so in love with my little baby boy's picture from the pumpkin patch last year!

I'm into glass, and metallic this season.  These beauties were all found at Home Goods, Marshall's, TJ Maxx, and ROSS.

Here's a look into the living room.  I had intended on going completely neutral for fall, but I just had to have some color.  I'm not sure what I was thinking!  It just wouldn't feel the same without some orange splashed around the place.

 

I was so happy when I came across these owl pillows at Marshall's.  My Grandma loved owls, so every time I look at these I remember her.

A little coffee table display that wont be here for long.  Not with a toddler running around! (Update: He's already moved these all over the room.)

I'm loving how the wheat looks in this vase!

Here's another view.

Pumpkins in a boat, leaves in a vase, and metallic everywhere!

Too much fun!  I found these orange "things" at Hobby Lobby. 

"Pickles" sits in his assigned seat not only displaying school pride, but Fall colors as well!

I couldn't get a good picture with my camera, but my camera on my phone did okay.  I painted these watercolor feathers using a digital program on my computer.  I am so happy with the results that I'm inspired to start drawing, and painting again.  I used to do it a lot, a long time ago.

Again, keeping it simple here.  Some wheat and various other natural dried plants displayed in vases. I didn't change much on the mantle.  I added the apple and pear that I found at Hobby Lobby.  I felt it was enough to complete the look.  Looking at it now though, I have plans for either a fun little banner, or wood word art.

 

Found this fab tray at ROSS, and knew it would be amazing to put this West Elm vase in.  I used pumpkins that I also found at ROSS, and a candle wrapped in burlap inside the vase.

 

 

Thanks for stopping by!  I hope you enjoyed our Fall Tour! 

HOME TOUR-LIVING ROOM DECOR-SUMMER 2014

Hello!  Thanks for stopping by!  I had some time today to take a few pictures of the living room in its current state.  I want to preserve the memory of what it looked like this summer, because who am I kidding, I'll have it completely changed up by fall.  Haha!   I've worked really hard this year to decorate this room, and take it from boring to what it is today, which I hope is somewhat eye catching.  Here are a few of my favorite pictures, and spaces in the room.  I hope you enjoy them! 

Pre-baby we were lucky enough to travel a lot.  I like to use images from the places we visited as wall décor.  I'm not sure when we will be visiting those places again, so it's nice to walk into a room and sort of transport back to those times.  In the living room we used pictures from our trip to Cabo. 

I was really attracted to blues this summer, so you will see varying blues throughout the room.  Also, I have this unexplainable need for gray walls.  You will eventually see, as I share more pictures from around the house, that most of the house has been painted in some shade of gray.  I hope to have the rest of this room painted before the end of the year, but I haven't decided if I'd like to keep the current gray, or try a new color.  Also, I'm dreading having to paint around the windows on the back wall.  Maybe I'll just paint the fireplace wall, and chair wall.  We will see!

I found this mirror at Home Goods.  The moment I saw it, I knew I needed to get it.  It's so unique, like most of the mirrors I have found there.  

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I'm proud to say that I made this little pillowcase.  It was my first try at making one too.  I used the envelope method, which is pretty easy, so if you have a desire to try your hand at making one, I highly recommend it.  I found the fabric at JoAnn's on sale, so I figured if it didn't turn out well, I didn't lose too much.  Luckily it worked out, as you can see.

 

 

Can you tell I like this table?  Haha!

 

Honestly, I don't know what I'd do without Home Goods, TJ Maxx, and Marshall's, because most of the décor was found at those three stores.  I can't express enough, how bad I feel for people that don't get to take advantage of those stores.  I'm sure I've saved hundreds of dollars by shopping at them.  The variety of options in each store can be used in many styles.  Well that's enough blabbing from me.  I hope you enjoyed the pictures of the room!  Until next time!

Entry/Entry Table Tour

I'm so excited this morning!  I am up and ready to take some pictures of our new entry table setup.  I have been working for months to complete this area, and it finally feels "right"!  I have been in a coastal mood for a while now.  I never thought about myself as a coastal décor person, but having seen so many beautiful interior design photos on Pinterest and Houzz, I have fallen in love with the style.  I'm always looking for a good deal when it comes to home décor so you will find that I do most of my home décor shopping at one of the following places.  HomeGoods, Marshalls, TJMaxx, ROSS, Target, World Market, Pottery Barn, and Restoration Hardware.  How can you beat the prices?  I know sometimes Pottery Barn and Restoration Hardware can be a bit far reaching in the budget, but sometimes things are worth the splurge.  Well, without further ado, here is the new entry table setup!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Table: World Market's Everett Foyer Table

Large Picture in frame: TJMaxx,

Starfish, Looking Glass, Globes, Mirror, Shells, Clear Vase, White Vase, Rug: HomeGoods,

Picture Frames, Vase, Lamp, Bench, Baskets, Throw Pillows : Marshalls

Bird: Pottery Barn / Pottery Barn Outlet