Tuesday night I was in charge of the craft night at church. I chose Katri’s 2 step welcome plate. (1. Attach the floral stem with clear packing tape. 2. Rub on the vinyl.) It was fast, fun, and easy.

I got the floral stem and oval plastic plate at Hobby Lobby.

I had decided not to post my trip to Canton on Saturday because I didn’t want to be “showy”. However, Jen talked me into it. I got a lot this trip because I knew I won’t be back until the Spring. I’m posting this because I’m really into home decor right now and hopefully you’ll get some ideas and inspirations. I’m constantly being inspired by you.

Here’s my fall decor in my living room. I’ve gotten all of it from Canton over the past 2 years, except the fall flowers and candles.

I saw this mirror and had to have it! It was only $28. I wasn’t sure where I was going to put it but is spoke to me. 😉

Fun little BOO iron

I didn’t get these jeweled pumkins in Canton. The boys and I made them together a couple years ago. They were an Oriental Trading kit. I usually try to do order several fun projects for the kids school parties and just for fun at home.

The two urns are new. I saw them up high on a shelf and after I purchased them and they brought them down, I was worried that they would be too big. They’re a little bigger than I had imaged, but I think they work.

I haven’t even started decorating my bedroom, yet. I have curtains but that’s about it. I saw these cool sconces and thought they’d add a little femininity to my room. I’ll arrange some flowers in them. One day I’ll find a print or mirror to go in between them.

This is what i bought with the money my Mother-in-law sent me for my birthday. It’s my favorite purchase! It’s in my entry way.

White finial. This won’t be it’s permanent home. I’ll wait until I put my fall decor out and find a better spot.

Black stand w/ glass cover. I bought the green acorns and red nuts and glued them together to make this arrangement. It’s permanent place will be on my mantle after the holidays.

I found this key for $3.50! I’m going to make this board.

Give Thanks iron

I bought these iron angels to go on top of some presents for Christmas. I have several “angels” in my life and I to be sure they know how much I appreciate them.

Tip: Paint screws black! Bere’s a before and after pic.

I bought some other odds and ends stuff. I hope you got a new idea. If you’ve posted your projects or home decor make sure you leave me a comment so I can see it! Do you enjoy decorating for fall?

I’ve just got to brag a bit and give my sister her proper props!! I got a huge package in the mail last Friday. After my honey confirmed it wasn’t from him, I opened it and was in complete shock and awe!!

Back story: In August when we went to Canton, I showed Lisa these wall hangings I wanted for my birthday. I used much restraint and decided to wait until September. Well, to make a long sad story short, I couldn’t go to Canton in September. I was really bummed out because this is all I wanted for my b-day and now I had to wait until October. (It’s only 1 weekend a month).

Summer Theme

I want to welcome Katrina to the blogging world! Yeah! Be sure to check out her blog and leave her a nice comment. You’re going to love all her decor ideas.

So I’ve practically been begging Katrina to take pictures of her seasonal table top decor. She finally did. Katrina decorates her formal dining room table according to the season. It’s like nothing I’ve ever seen before! It’s so beautiful and every arrangement is unique, warm, and colorful. I feel like she should show it to the world. So enjoy!

btw: I added the rolling pin picture into the post below. Katrina said it was her fav so in her honor I added it. I also added a link to my boys Cowboy bathroom.

ONEHM has challenged us to post pics of our homes. I really hesitated posting mine, because only the boys rooms are finished. I have a ton of painting and window treatments to do. We moved in 1 1/2 years ago but I had a baby. I guess I just thought I’d be farther along by now. Ok, enough of my disclaimer. (I know that was silly.)

Here’s my formal dining room. I want to paint it soon – any suggestions? I’m still looking for fabric for the window treatment.

Living Room

Kitchen. After I paint the kitchen, I’m going to have vinyl lettering put under the rolling pin that says, ‘I Kiss Better Than I Cook!’. (he he)

Breakfast Nook

Master Bedroom

Master Bathroom

Here is my second flower arrangement attempt. Now I need to figure out what color to paint my bathroom and what kind of faux paint for this niche. Any suggestions?

Stair Way (Boys will be Boys)

Media Room

Davis’ Rocket Room

Dylan & Drake’s Sports Room

I’ve posted a lot of decor stuff from my house already:

• Bathroom Towel Ideas
• Game Room
• Top Ten Things in My House
• Canton Trip
• Closet Make Over
• Cowboy Bathroom

I’ve had so much fun seeing everyone’s homes and getting tons of decorating ideas. Be sure to share your’s too!

I’m back in town. Lisa did an amazing job watching my kiddos so my honey and I could reconnect and have some alone time. The cabin was secluded deep in the Oklahoma mountains. I read, slept, ate alot, and snuggled with my honey. (he he) It was a much needed break. Thanks for all your encouraging comments while I was gone. Sorry, I can’t post any of the picture we took. (he he)

Here’s more pics of Lisa’s house since she hasn’t posted them on her blog yet.

I was so bummed, I left Lisa’s trees in my garage. We bought two to go on each side of the couch.

Here’s Lisa’s amazing flat screen. Her builder made her a built-in electronics cupboard.

So we got the vase, rafia, and this cabinet all at Wal-Mart! Cabinet $80, Vase $25, Rafia $6, a wall completed with one-stop shopping in less than a hour. Priceless!

Here’s all angles of her dining room. I’m loving the iron and tin we got at Canton.

I love this tin mirror. Great pic Lisa!

I think she needs this amazing rectangle tin that’s about 3 feet long to go above her door. I LOVE these candle sconces we got at Kirklands. I might just grab it for her when I go to Canton in Sept. Shhh. don’t tell. 😉

This is my favorite wall. Lisa is going to spray paint those pine TV trays red and use 2 as her end tables next to her couch. Awesome idea!

Here’s the iron I bought at Canton last Saturday. I’m so pleased at how it turned out. We had a bit of trouble hanging it yesterday. I went a little over board on the screws because I wanted to be sure it didn’t fall and hit me while I am sleeping.

I couldn’t resist, I tried all of the stuff Lisa bought at Canton in my house. (he he) It’s not every day you get to try it on before you buy it. Unfortunately, this candle holder is the only thing I found a place for (in my dining room). Bummer. I’ll have to add two of them to my birthday list. 🙂

I have a standing babysitter every Thursday to help keep my sanity during the summer. However, this week I switched and asked him to babysit on Monday. Lisa and I went and saw the Bourne Ultimatum and then went to a salvage tin shop. I loved the movie. It left me wanting more… but I really liked it.

Lisa was inspired by Rochelle’s headboard, she’s going to make one similar for her guest bedroom.

I forgot to post this for the Grandparents. Sunday, Davis had a lesson about Christ’s resurrection. His teacher is very creative and comes up with ways to keep Davis attentive during class. This week she cut up a white sheet and they wrapped up Davis in “linen” just like they did for Christ. To his delight, he got to take some of it home. As you can imagine, this is what happened when we got home.

The boys were having so much fun trying to wrap each other up. Drake seriously wanted in the action but thank goodness he was too timid to get involved. Of course, it ended up with Dylan getting hurt and the strips of cloth in the trash. But it was fun while it lasted. 🙂