Day 4: Decorating with Pinecones

pinecone garland via pinterest

tree ornaments via style at home

strewn pinecones via poppytalk

paint-dipped pinecones via pinterest

Day 2: Another Holiday DIY

Day two of being chained to the bed with ice packs on my shoulder and neck.

I was in so much pain this morning and so uncomfortable and had only slept for 4 hours. Then I discovered the power of tylenol. And now I'm back to scouring the internet for entertainment and trying not to watch the entire first season of Downton Abbey in one go. This is difficult for me.

So I found this diy that I want to do when I have my shoulder and neck working again:

Tree Stamp Gift Tag Tutorial D.I.Y. from elSage Designs on Vimeo

Advent Calendar Envy

Creative and reusable ways to count down the Advent: 

scrapwood and mini boxes make for a beautiful advent tree via Summersville

a muted palette using muslin spice bags for 24 tiny treasures via the marion house book

i would keep this wooden shelf up year-round via anthology

iron-on transfers via oh happy day

Easy Holiday DIY

Inspiration (via pinterest):

Needed:

chandelier
ornaments
ribbon
scissors
(and a sturdy chair or step ladder)