I have a special place in my home that I really like to decorate for the seasons. You may have seen it in other Mantel Decor posts so it may look a little familiar. I found the mirrored window at a local craft show and it has a built on little shelf. Perfect for setting little decor items. The top ledge is perfect for our family … [Read more...]
How to Make a Ribbon Flag | Patriotic Home Decor
Hey guys ~ I am sharing my version of how to make a Ribbon Flag to decorate my home for 4th of July. It was SUPER simple to make and can be SO changed up using different fabrics, laces and trims. I was totally inspired by Pinterest (click here to see my boards) and Etsy and wanted to try my hand at making one of these. I hope my project inspires you to create one for … [Read more...]
Happy 4th of July Handpainted Sign!
Hello everyone! I am back today with the another Paint with Me Project! I'm sharing my FAVORITE products that I use and show you in the video as well as my FAVORITE way to make bows for the top of my signs. Watch the video below or click here to watch on YouTube. Paint with with Me! The words are designed in Design Space and cut on my Cricut Explore. Video … [Read more...]
America Blocks Decor || Using Recycled Cricut Cartridge Boxes
Hello everyone and welcome! Â I am back with yet ANOTHER recycled project using cricut cartridge boxes. Â I totally love crafting with these nice sturdy boxes. Â I will be super sad when I don't have any more to craft with BUT that is okay because that will be awhile. I designed everything very simple. Â This is definitely a project that can be changed to suit your needs and … [Read more...]
♥ 4th of July Treats and Card ♥
 Hi everyone! Here is some cute 4th of July treats I put together a while back and they are still some of my favorite goodie treats to this day. You could do this quick treat for family get togethers, kids, grand kids or neighbors too. I love to use plastic punch cups as the base of treat cups/goodies...and you can "dress" them up for every occassion. I found the red, white and blue … [Read more...]
♥ Americana Mantel Decor 2015
This is my favorite time of summer, decorating for 4th of July. My home is very primitive country and I have a lot of navy, dark red and antique white colors throughout my decor already so this theme just fits right in. You may spot some of my usual decor from last year but I did switch things up a bit. Â The Americana Burlap Banner is a new addition to my decor for 2015. I will be back … [Read more...]
{Little Firecracker} Tubes – Recycle Project!
If you've been following me for a while you know that I love to recycle, repurpose, reuse stuff that would normally be thrown in the trash. Â So, let me introduce you to my Little Firecracker Tubes made with paper towel tubes and scrapbook paper. Â When closed on one end these tubes make the perfect pocket to fill with a yummy treat. Â I think these snacks will be a big hit at my 4th of July … [Read more...]
4th of July Mantel Decor 2014
Being that I love primitive country decor the americana theme just fits right into my style of decorating. I like to decorate for most all holidays in one form or another and wanted to share what I put on my 4th of July mantel for 2014. The mirror shelf hangs right above my fire place. I like to mix and match colors, patterns, old and new and move things around until it … [Read more...]
DIY {Vintage Nation} Firecrackers | Repurposed Cricut Cartridge Boxes (Video Tutorial)
I am in 4th of July crafting mode right now.... and am super excited to show you my crafty project today! If you've been a follower of my blog or youtube channel for awhile you may have seen some of my ideas with repurposing cricut cartridge boxes. If I didn't tell you this was a recycled or repurposed crafty would you guess that these firecrackers were really used cricut boxes? I am in love … [Read more...]
Primitive Patriotic Burlap Wreath
☀☀ Happy Summer friends! ☀☀ It is hard to believe that we are gearing up for the summer holidays. Woot woot! FLAG DAY is June 14th and 4th of July is on its way too! Burlap is all the crafting and decorating rage and I couldn't be more happy. Take a look around blogland and on pinterest and you will not be disappointed. I have always LOVED country crafting (thus my name) and burlap just … [Read more...]