I have a confession, as I have gotten older my optimism has waned a bit. Life can throw some pretty hard blows your way, and each one seems to increase my pessimism a bit more. So I need visual reminders in my life to take a deep breath…let it go…and learn to just be grateful. We may not have the perfect family, but I am
Fall Wheat and Burlap Wreath
Hey friends! If you are a regular visitor here at Uncommon Designs, then you will know that I used a theme of wheat in my fall decor this year. My Fall Home Tour had quite a few projects throughout our home that included wheat. So, what goes better with fall and wheat than a wreath and burlap? Isn’t she a beauty? I love the contrast
Fall Home Tour
Hey Y’all! Welcome to the 3rd day of the Finding Home Fall Home Tour! If you are stopping by from My Sweet Savannah or from Finding Home, Trish and I welcome you to our little home in blogland, Uncommon Designs. I am so excited to share this special post with you today! Truly, this is a moment that I have approached with butterflies like a
100 Fall DIY Projects and Crafts | Fall Blog Hop
Oh yes…..football has arrived and with it means….FALL!! I just love fall and everything about it. From the cool, crisp evenings to the sound of football, and the smell of all things pumpkin. Yep, I am a fall junkie. Trish and I are thrilled to have teamed up with 24 other bloggers to bring you a fabulous blog hop today. 100 Fall DIY Projects and Crafts
Burlap Covered Letters
Do you need a quick, easy, and affordable home decor item? Well then we have the perfect little craft for you! We are all about burlap and monograms, the perfect combination, and these Burlap Covered Letters would be a fabulous accent in your home! Today we are going to show you how to create these adorable… Burlap Covered Letters Supplies for Burlap Covered Letter…
Fourth of July Front Porch Ideas
Today, I would like to share with you some patriotic, and fun, Fourth of July Front Porch Ideas. Red,white, and blue decor is a classic American tradition. We love to mix in some burlap for a rustic touch, but also stick with the classics. Our family always enjoys welcoming guests, and setting an inviting entrance on our front porch really sets the mood for a great
DIY Monogrammed Burlap Canvas
Disclosure: We were selected by Hometalk and Michaels to participate in the #mpinterestparty event. We received compensation but all opinions are 100% ours. Ok..someone go ahead and pinch us! Trish and I are thrilled to let you in on a fabulous event happening this coming weekend that we are participating in at our local Columbia, SC Michaels store on Two Notch Road…. At all Michaels
Thanksgiving Easel Place Card Holders
I love adding special little elements to my holiday tables, like my Burlap Painted Ticking Stripe Utensil Holders. So with a family as large as ours, we have more than one table at our holiday celebrations. In my kitchen, the table is a little more casual but still lovely. So, for the kitchen tablescape, I created these sweet Thanksgiving Easel Place Card Holders… I love
Fabric and Felt DIY Fall Wreath
Hey Y’all! I hope each of you that went trick-or-treating last night had an awesome time! Our house was a little under the weather, so my sweet daughter had candy duties { and loved every minute of it! }. Earlier this week, I shared a little sneak peek on Instagram of my Fabric and Felt DIY Fall Wreath… I am so in love with how
DIY Burlap Painted Ticking Stripe Utensil Holder
Trish and I are part of the DecoArt team and have been given product to create these beautiful Burlap Painted Ticking Stripe Utensil Holders. I have a love affair with burlap {seriously I love it} and fall is the perfect time to use it in crafts and diy projects. Thanksgiving is right around the corner and I wanted to create a special accent for my