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Simple Handmade Flower Garland & Chicks!

paper flower garland hand painted

Last week we experienced a huge rain storm and the kids were going a little crazy inside. So, I decided to have them help me decorate for spring by creating flower garland to hang in a window.

kids painting paper flowers art

Using pre-cut paper flowers, pastel water colors, pom poms and grosgrain ribbon the kids created some beautiful flowers. 
hand painted paper flowers kids
I was impressed with the different color schemes, textures and patterns. It was a simple project and such a fun, inexpensive way to decorate for spring.

baby chicks yellow brown

baby chicks
And what better way to celebrate spring than with some baby chicks? You may recall that we’ve been thinking about raising backyard chickens for sometime. The chicken coop hasn’t been built yet, but the chicks have arrived. Their names are Fluffy and Chipmunk. Can you tell which one is which? {wink, wink} We are crossing our fingers they are both hens. A rooster would have to be sent to a farm.
If you have raised chickens , I’d love to hear your advice!

Cristin
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Read full story By on March 28, 2011 in backyard chickens, Easter, holiday decor, kids' art wall

Bee My Valentine

Pink Love Poster Print Made by Girl
{Love Poster by Made by Girl}

Ah, love is in the air. Hugs & kisses are all I need this year, but aren’t these fun Valentine’s Day gifts…

valentines gift ideas for her 2011
1. Red Deco Dot Oven Mitt from Sur La Table 2. Spade Journal by Kate Spade 3. Trina Turk Straw Tote 4. Valentine Petits Fours by Williams Sonoma 5. Paloma Picasso Love & Kisses Ring at Tiffany & Co. 6. Paperweight by Tory Burch 7. Hugs Needlepoint Pillow by Jonathan Adler
How will you be celebrating Valentine’s Day this year?
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Read full story By on February 11, 2011 in home accessories, office supplies, Valentine's Day

Christmas Breakfast with Elf on a Shelf

The Adventure’s of Tartanscot had a Holiday Decorating Contest and here’s my entry…

elf on shelf christmas breakfast table
It’s a joyful Christmas morning and the table is set for breakfast {well, brunch most likely!} The vintage “elf on the shelf” inspired the traditional red & green color scheme. I love when period styles are blended, so there’s a mix of modern, vintage and contemporary elements.
elf shelf christmas breakfast table above
The table features two table runners crisscrossing, both with fun prints. One is actually two dish towels from Crate & Barrel put together {shhh}… can you tell which one? The centerpiece consists of a sparkly snowman, Swedish Kosta Boda crystal snowball votive and red roses {Trader Joes, thank you very much!} with heather {from the garden} in a milk glass bowl (from an estate sale}. Here’s how to make the floral centerpiece.
elf modern christmas table red green design
Glittery, lime green snowflake ornaments are used as napkin rings {from Crate & Barrel}.
elf tabletop snacks for santa
The table even includes a note to Santa with nibbled snacks from the wee hours of the morning.
elf tabletop red glass ornaments twigself on shelf christmas table design ideas
And as you can see, that little elf keeps hopping around… he just wouldn’t sit still!
Happy Holidays!
*all photos by Cristin Priest for Simplified Bee®
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Read full story By on December 17, 2010 in Christmas, Entertaining, holiday decor, simplified bee portfolio

Beautiful {and Simple} Ideas for Displaying Christmas Cards

vintage santa sleigh for cards
Receiving Christmas cards from family and friends is one of the big highlights of the season. We collect and display ours in a vintage wicker sleigh. And we have done it this way for several years. But after researching this post for a Simplified Bee reader who asked for creative ideas for displaying holiday cards, we might have a different approach next year.
martha stewart holiday card display
Here is a simple and elegant way to display holiday card using an existing mirror. Martha Stewart used Lametta tinsel to create three swags perfect for hanging season’s greetings.
christmas card display idea country living
Using a picture frame and twine, holiday greeting cards are displayed beautifully with other festive décor. Thank Country Living for this idea!
christmas card garland clothes pin
Hang Christmas cards along a fireplace mantel with twine and colorful clothes pins. So simple! DIY or purchase a kit on Folksy.
christmas card display cabinet ribbon
With a little ribbon crisscrossed, this cabinet becomes a wonderful place to display cards. Brilliant idea found via Living Livelier.
christmas card door ribbon display how to
Hanging cards on a door with decorative ribbons is also a fun idea. Here is the how to via Country Living.
christmas card display board domino

For an eclectic look, layer holiday cards on an existing cork board is also a great idea. This one is from Domino via Centsational Girl.

christmas tree ribbon card display board

Love Kate at Centsational Girl’s corkboard turned card holder using fabric, ribbon and a little nailhead trim – just add some time and it is a simple diy project. Here’s the how to.

window holiday card display idea

And here is Kate’s chain & jingle bell Christmas card display from last year. Isn’t this creative too?  Here’s how she did it with even more inspiration!

Happy Holidays!
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Read full story By on December 13, 2010 in Christmas, DIY, holiday decor, Mail