Gingham and Pearl

Succulents are a must-have indoor plant right now because they look exotic but are surprisingly low-maintenance. These holiday planters make a quick and inexpensive gift for friends, family, or coworkers. Wrap empty, clean tin cans with 1/4 inch braided red-and-white polypropylene rope. Secure the rope to the can as you wrap using a hot-glue gun. … More Cute and clever Christmas gift ideas to try for everyone of your list…including co-workers, teachers, friends and family!

Arm yourself with an adorable votive wrap made from the cuff of a sweater. Simply fit the arm of the sweater around a votive or vase and cut off the ends about 2 inches longer than the votive or vase. Fold the ends and hot-glue in place. Slip sweater over the votive or vase. Make … More Adorable Christmas sweater crafts that transform that Ugly Sweater into a beauty once more!

Turn an assortment of past-their-prime men’s shirts with pockets into a colorful holiday countdown the kids will love. Follow these step-by-step instructions that explain how to stitch it up ~ then just hang on your bannister or mantel and fill the pockets with candy or small toys. If you want to brighten up your front … More Upcycled, Cheap, Creative and EASY Holiday Decorating.Crafts and Gifts on A Budget

If you’re lucky enough to have pillars in your home, let them show off a little at Christmastime by wrapping them in garland. Evergreen garland with berry and pinecone accents picks up on a rustic theme in this vignette. Layer wild, unmanicured greenery with garlands made of natural fibers. This unexpected combination of textures mixes … More Christmas Garland Decorating Ideas ~ Decorate for Christmas with classic garlands for banisters, mantels, windows, and doorways…plus, for a little modern twist try adding them to dining chairs or chandeliers to create a winter wonderland in your home.

Peppermint Candy Christmas Wreath Looking for a Christmas craft to make as a family? Try this sweet peppermint candy wreath! Glue flat peppermints (you’ll need about 250 for a 10-inch wreath) in close, neat rows to a white foam wreath. Glue small cinnamon candies in the gaps. Add a ribbon and hang on the front … More Simple, Easy, & Cheap Christmas Projects

Add the soft glow of candlelight to your front porch with decorated lanterns filled with ornaments and topped with beautiful bows and greenery. When not cruising the snow-covered hills, an old sled embellished with pine sprigs, pinecones, and fruit does double duty as a welcoming Christmas decoration next to the front door. A bright red ribbon on top ties the look … More Don't forget to decorate outdoors for Christmas ~ Make the outside of your home as ready for the holidays as the inside with these curb-alicious Christmas decorating ideas using greenery, festive light, lanterns, planters and more.

Fall Table RunnerAdd simple felt leaves to a table runner for instant fall inspiration. Leaves are tacked in place using a simple felting process, making the detailed table runner a fun project that can be created in a few hours. Cornhusk CenterpieceCreatively display cornhusks in an autumnal wreath centerpiece. Start with a straw wreath, cornhusks, … More Thanksgiving Fall Crafts For Your Thanksgiving Holiday

Corn tassels, dried seed pods, and white pumpkins complete this country chic look. Save time and money with dollar store plastic pumpkin buckets and spray paint them gold. Cylindrical vases filled with birdseed provide a sturdy base for branches from which small pumpkins dangle on bits of twine while hollowed-out gourds hold candles as well … More Festive and Easy Ideas for Your Thanksgiving Decor {many of these ideas would be great throughout the entire Fall season}