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Ikebana Flower Arrangements

Ikebana is an ancient form of flower arranging dating back to the 15th century.  Once taught only to the upper class Japanese aristocrats and monks, today over 15 million people practice the art.  Although this style is thousands of years old, ikebana flower arrangements are valued today for their simplicity and modern flair. Styles of Ikebana There Read More

Christmas Lights — Why Do We Pack Them Away?

We do it every year. As soon as the holidays are over we systematically start taking down all our Christmas decorations and packing them away for an 11-month stay in our attic. This year, before you head up that rickety attic ladder, take these ideas into consideration. Many of our Christmas lights can be used Read More

Artificial Centerpieces for Weddings

If you don’t think artificial flowers are appropriate for a wedding, think again. The term “artificial flowers” used to mean unrealistic looking plastic plants that were quite frankly, an eyesore. That is no longer the case. Today’s faux flowers are made out of top quality materials, such as delicate silks, and contain such intricate detailing Read More

Photo Collage Featuring a Wreath

Wreaths aren’t just for front doors anymore. They can be used many different places throughout your home to add both beauty and interest. Today, I am going to show you how a wreath, added to a photo collage in a hallway, really sets off the whole thing and makes it shine. My whole idea for Read More

DIY Project: Fitted Tablecloth

As an avid sewer, I am always looking for inexpensive projects that can improve the look of my home. This beautiful fitted tablecloth fits that bill to a tee. I took some leftover home decorator fabric that I used for my living room valances and transformed it into a tablecloth that won’t shift around on Read More

Decorating with May Flowers

One of the greatest tricks about decorating with artificial flowers, is that you do so with flowers that are in season. The beautiful bloom of a fall flower in spring is a sure giveaway that you are using faux flowers. Prevent this by sticking with these blooms. Decorate with these may flowers now and enjoy Read More

Kentucky Derby Decorations: Beautiful Red Roses

The Kentucky Derby is just a few weeks away. If “The Run for the Roses” is one of your favorite events of year, this will be the blog post for you. Today we are going to take inspiration from this wonderful annual tradition and decorate your home with red roses.  Which of these floral inspirations Read More

5 Ways to Decorate with Artificial Palm Leaves

Palm leaves are one of the biggest trends in artificial foliage right now. Have you always been drawn to these beautiful pieces of greenery but never been quite sure how to use them? That is all going to change today because we have 5 DIY Projects using artificial palm leaves. 1. Create a Custom Artificial Read More

Decorating with Boxwood Mats

Did you know that boxwood mats can be used indoors to make a huge statement? This chiropractor did just that. A boring wall in a standard waiting room has been transformed into a lush green show-stopper. This is a great example of how these mats can be used indoors to create a calming space that Read More

Evoke Emotion with Artificial Flowers

Flowers have an amazing ability to remind you of a specific place, event, or person. This could not be any more true for me. Hostas remind me of summers at my Grandmother’s house, which was surrounded by these green plants. A single dogwood flower instantly reminds me of my Grandfather. Calla lilies bring back the Read More