I love a monogram, yep there is just something about a personalized item than makes it even more special. Whether it is something you wear or a little home decor item, the simple monogram just adds a little special accent to it. So, for a sweet Mother’s Day gift idea, I decided to create this monogrammed wooden recipe box…. Adorable and functional. I know
Thanksgiving Holiday Table
Hey guys! I am so excited for fall to be in full force here! Leaves are changing and the air is crisp. Today we have teamed up with an incredible group of bloggers to share our Thanksgiving tables and centerpieces. I know, we just celebrated Halloween, but the days seem to fly by now so we are here to help you get inspired to create
Nature Inspired Fall Decor
Fall is in the air here in the south, and we could not be happier! Crisp cool nights and changing colors, mean more outside time enjoying nature. This time of the year also calls for a bit of Nature Inspired Fall Decor in our homes too. Do you bring a bit of the outside in? We are always inspired by the colors of fall and
Painted Fall Pillows
Want to know a secret? I love taking a ready made item and adding just a few personal touches to it to make it the perfect accent for my home. Today I am going to share with you how to quickly update your pillows for Fall! Fall pillows on my porch bench are just the right amount of color and seasonal decor for us. I
DIY Faux Rattan Beverage Coozies
These DIY Faux Rattan Beverage Coozies are one of my favorite projects. They add both a bit of nostalgia and warmth to our outdoor dining and entertaining. I know how much our readers love a simple and quick project and this one is just that. Read on to learn how to create your own… I am a girl born in the 70’s. Yep…bell bottoms and
Painted Wooden Corbel Bookends
We are proud to be a part of the DecoArt Core Blogging Team. We were given product and compensation but all craftiness and opinions are 100% our own. Sometimes a craft project is inspired by a memory from your childhood. For me, my grandparent’s house held a lot of incredible memories. The big band music that was always playing on a turntable, her in the
A Neutral Thanksgiving Tablescape
I absolutely adore fall, like don’t tell summer, but it is my favorite…shhhh…that will be our secret! The colors, textures, crisp weather, and even football bring back amazing memories for me. Then when Thanksgiving arrives…perfection! This year, I decide to go neutral in my fall and Thanksgiving decor. Let me share my Neutral Thanksgiving Tablescape with you… Yes, I have a very traditional dining room
How To Make a Wheat Bundle Centerpiece
Simple, elegant, and timeless…that is what I think of when I see a wheat bundle. When I started thinking about decorating my home for fall, I knew I wanted to incorporate flowing wheat. The color and texture of it create a subtle feeling of cozy in your home. The combination of the wheat and burlap are just beautiful, don’t you think? The burlap bow tied
Framed Burlap GRATEFUL Sign … create a lasting family reminder
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