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DIY No Soliciting Sign

Want to welcome friends and family, but kindly tell solicitors to bugger off?  You can make this beautiful DIY No Soliciting sign in minutes while adding a lovely decoration to your front porch. I love when a DIY project serves both a functional and decorative purpose.  This DIY no soliciting sign definitely fits the bill with a beautiful floral arrangement and a funny message. First, let's start with what you need to make this.  I used Chalk Couture to add the words to the black, half ... View Post

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DIY Gifts for Plant Lovers

Happy Spring!  The other day was National Gardening Day, and I made a series of craft projects to celebrate.  These projects would be GREAT DIY gifts for plant lovers.  Each of these could stand alone as a small gift, or combined with other projects for a tiered tray. If you are new around here, I have an obsession with tiered trays.  They are a great way to decorate seasonally, but not have to change out all of your decor.  Just swap out some items on your tiered tray.  Easy peasy!  I went ... View Post

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Spring Table Setting

Happy Spring!  Today I am sharing a cherry blossom-inspired spring table setting idea.  If you are new around here, welcome!  I'm Allison and my family and I live right outside of Washington, DC.  This week happens to be the peek bloom for the Japanese cherry blossoms around the tidal basin. I figure this is the perfect time to share this spring table setting with you since I used my fabulous cherry blossom dishes. Lets jump right in, shall we? WANT TO LEARN MORE ABOUT CHALK COUTURE?  ... View Post

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DIY Fall Throw Pillow

Are you ready for fall?  I'm getting there!  As much as I LOVE summer, tanned skin and the beach, I also love cozy sweaters, pumpkin spice and fall colors.  Today I am sharing this easy DIY fall throw pillow tutorial with you.  This throw pillow is easy to make and is a great addition to your front porch, sofa or favorite chair. I always enjoy swapping out my throw pillow covers seasonally, and with Chalk Couture, I can make that happen in a matter of minutes.  If you have not heard of Chalk ... View Post

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Fall and Halloween Crafts to Make and Sell

Hey there crafty friend!  Are you looking for Fall and Halloween crafts to make and sell?  Well, you are in the right place.  Now that craft fairs are picking up, it is a great time to create and sell some seasonal crafts.  Whether you are selling on Etsy, at a craft fair or online, I am sharing these ideas to help you come up with crafts to make and sell this fall. T-Shirts T-shirts are a great craft to make and sell.  I have found that sassy Halloween t-shirts like this are HOT! Whether you ... View Post

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DIY Fall Decor on a Budget

Are you looking for fall decor inspiration?  I have some amazing ideas from a few of my super-talented and crafty friends.  Fall is one of my favorite seasons to decorate.  Since we are in the process of building a new house and living with my in-laws, I am unable to decorate for Fall this year.  Which is why I pulled together some of my favorite DIY fall decor ideas to share with you. I love that Fall is so versatile.  Although it is the transition season from Summer to Winter, it is a ... View Post

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