home organization system guidelines

We all start the new year with goals and dreams in mind. We aim for more organization and successes in our life, aspiring for more peace, health and happiness around us. Invariably some of these thoughts, which are so important at the onset of the year, quickly go by the wayside. Today I’m sharing my home organization system to hopefully inspire you, and help you stay on track throughout the year.

setting the mood for a Valentine’s day table scape

A Valentine’s day celebration does not necessarily have to involve a romantic setting. It can be shared with any loved ones, including a sweetheart, or family, or friends or any loved one. You can set the mood accordingly with your Valentine’s day table scape design.

crowning glory mantel styling

Do you celebrate the epiphany? I grew up in a Latin household and Los Reyes Magos was a big thing in our house. I have continued the tradition with my own family. A crowning glory mantel styling is set in the living room to honor the three kings.

a Christmas tree tradition continues and why it’s so important

The Christmas holiday, like the majority of holidays, is enveloped by and built around traditions. It’s what makes it so special, which everyone looks forward to across all ages. Some traditions are worldwide, and some are different country by country, while others are individual by family. Our Christmas tree tradition starts by getting the tree together as a family the day or weekend after Thanksgiving. It’s always a fun excursion with the four of us, selecting the perfect tree for our family.

grateful tidings at a thanksgiving table

Thanksgiving is the quintessential time to count our blessings and spread our gratitude. I am sharing today our Thanksgiving table design where we broke bread together and shared our good fortune.

book print Christmas decor ideas

It’s no secret that I love using book pages to create unique, crafted pieces. This post is full of easy and creative book print Christmas decor ideas. I’m pulling this from the archives and I still use all these pieces to this day.

how to prepare for Thanksgiving

If you host friends and family for the Thanksgiving holiday, this post is for you. Today I am sharing some ideas and inspiration on how to organize, prepare and enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday.

bookprint leaf garland DIY

This book print leaf garland DIY is the perfect back to school fall decor project. I’m sharing it from the archives today, since I am ready to dig it out and start sprinkling more fall decor goodness around the house.

how to build a livestock fence

Earlier in the summertime, Mister & Master M built a new fence around our vegetable garden in the backyard. It’s inspired by traditional livestock fences but with a bit of an edge and character. Here are all the details on how to build a livestock fence. You can do this too!

burlap container gardening DIY

We all know burlap has been trending f.o.r.e.v.e.r now and I really like to marry it with natural elements so why not plants & flowers? Come see how to create some unique and fabulous containers for your plants in this burlap container gardening DIY.