Take a whimsical detour from traditional holiday decor this year and try a new, whimsical approach! My whimsical Christmas mantel is brimming with fun DIY details to inspire you. I am so, so excited about how our Christmas mantel turned out! Most of my Christmas decor is the traditional red, green and gold,…
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Nest of Posies Scallop Posies
Y’all might have heard of Nest of Posies. Without a doubt this is my. favorite. handmade shop. Kellie, the creative force behind Nest of Posies, has truly impeccable taste, especially when it comes to conceiving of stylish items that will literally cause complete strangers to stop you in the street (or the airport, or the…
Our New Stockings + Stocking Hanging Tips
If you are a long-time PS reader, you might remember my Whimsical Christmas Stocking tutorial from last year. I made that particular set for my parents, so I was eager to put together a set for our family this year. Suffice it to say that making six stockings was quite a labor of love! I…
Advent Cookie Tree
You might have noticed that I’ve been sticking to a tree theme so far this week, and today’s project continues in that vein. For the last few years I have made an Advent cookie tree for my kiddos to enjoy. The concept is simple: bake delicious cookies, and then number them from one to 25…
By the Dozen: Topiary Christmas Trees
If there is one thing trending in the blogging world right now, it is certainly tree decorations made from styrofoam cones. I shared a tutorial yesterday for my take on the craze, Rolled Crepe Paper Rosette Trees. Today I thought I would share a cool dozen of the other ideas for topiary trees that have…
Rolled Rosette Christmas Tree Tutorial
Impart an unexpected feminine feel to your Christmas decorations this year with this rolled rosette Christmas tree craft. Once the technique for crafting the flowers is perfected, this project really is as easy as can be. And an added bonus: this tree transitions perfectly into Valentine’s Day decor, as well! Amy @ Positively SplendidHaving grown…
Peppermint Bark (Swell Noel #40)
Cindy from Skip to my Lou is here this morning sharing a festive and downright pretty treat perfect for gift-giving! *** Hi Everyone, I’m Cindy and I am thrilled to be guest posting here! I hope you will come visit me at Skip to my Lou for some crafty tutorials, handmade gift ideas, teacher appreciation…
Burlap Christmas Wall Art (Swell Noel #39)
Sweet Allison from A Glimpse Inside is here to inspire us with a darling idea to adorn our walls this Christmas season! *** Hi everyone! I’m Allison and I blog over at A Glimpse Inside. I am super excited to be here today to share my Burlap Christmas Art with you.Would you like to see…
Burlap Greenery Pouches (Swell Noel #38)
Stephanie Lynn from Under the Table and Dreaming is here this morning sharing an upcycling project with truly elegant results! *** Hello and Happy Holidays! I’m Stephanie Lynn from paper pinwheel to mine as I like the simplicity. You can find the super easy tutorial {Under the Table and Dreaming *** It is a goal…
Ruffled Christmas Trees (Swell Noel #37)
Today’s Swell Noel post is courtesy of a super sweet girl I met on the very first day of Creative Estates, Jen from Scissors and Spatulas. She is a gem, and her blog is, too! Take it away, Jen! *** Hi Positively Splendid readers! I’m so excited to be here today while Amy is taking…