Tag Archives: Decorating

Fall is my Favorite

Posted on September 23, 2014 by gracieed

I have to say of all the seasons, Fall is my favorite and today is the first day of Fall.  Even though the temperatures where we live are still in the 90’s during the day, the mornings are beginning to … Continue reading →

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How do I love thee, burlap? Let me count the ways.

Posted on April 19, 2014 by gracieed

My love affair with burlap began a few months ago.  I offered to make wedding invitations for a friend who was getting married and when I asked about her colors, she mentioned that she loved deep purple, orange and the … Continue reading →

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Merry Valentine

Posted on February 6, 2014 by gracieed

What??  Have you lost your mind, Grace?  “Merry” Valentine??? What’s going on??? Funny you should ask. This past November my grandpa (who is 94 and lives in England) fell and ended up in the hospital for a month.  Following that … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 43, 44, 45, 46 – A couple of handy tools and lots of glitter

Posted on December 17, 2012 by gracieed

Okay, it’s catchup day! I will start with the handy tools.  Pinterest365 – Day 43 – I came across this DIY Bobbin Holder a couple of months ago at the Smashed Peas and Carrots blog and since I’ve been doing … Continue reading →

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10things {} Santas

Posted on December 10, 2012 by gracieed

One of the blogs I follow is http://www.shimelle.com.  Shimelle Laine is a blogger, scrapbooker, glitter gal, resident of London and all around amazing talent.  I found out about her through a podcast I listen to, “The Paperclipping Roundtable”.  Every month, she blogs … Continue reading →

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Pinterest 365 – Day 39 – Elegant Candle Holder

Posted on December 9, 2012 by gracieed

I mentioned yesterday that I was responsible for dessert at the Pinterest party on Saturday.  My mom and I were also in charge of picking and teaching something from Pinterest.  We chose candle holders made with frosted glass paint and … Continue reading →

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A Month of Challenges – Day 6 (December 6)

Posted on December 6, 2012 by gracieed

Today I spent the day cleaning and tidying up after the crazy decorating yesterday.  There has been such a whirlwind of activity lately that I find myself not taking time to appreciate the days.  Need to slow down and focus … Continue reading →

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A Month of Challenges – Day 5 (December 5)

Posted on December 5, 2012 by gracieed

Today Mike helped me pull out the bulk of our Christmas decorations from storage and I was able to get 90% of it done.  The rest is just adjustments and finishing touches. My December Daily picture and journal entry will … Continue reading →

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A Month of Challenges – Day 4 (December 4)

Posted on December 4, 2012 by gracieed

I continued decorating today, but also took time out to go to the movies with some friends. My December Daily picture and journal entry will be how I went to see the movie, Life of Pi, today.  They stayed really … Continue reading →

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Decorating a tree at the Zoo

Posted on December 2, 2012 by gracieed

For my December Daily entry today, I’m going to journal about our experience of decorating a tree for our local Zoo.  Back in November, my friend Cathy discovered that our zoo was asking groups to volunteer to decorate a tree … Continue reading →

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