Corey-ism: (In case you didn’t know my name is Corey) : Whenever I take a tour I most generally get annoyed with the tour guide.  With that being said, I am going to let you just peruse through, and I will only interject for really pertinent facts.

Front Entry

Psst… If you want to build a “North Pole”,  (also can be used as a stocking post) you can find the tutorial here.

And on the left…  ok, ok, so I might had a few fun factoids for   you.  This entry closet used to be a HORIZONTAL beat up dresser.  You can see the transformation here.

Family Room

Stay tuned, I will have some more details (and possibly tutorials) on the gallery wall coming soon!  

  If  you love the tree, and want some tips on how to create the look you can check out my “Rustic Tree” post  Here.    This little guy has been a fun new addition to the family room decor. It is a nice easy  way to incorporate pops of color and seasonal decor. If you are interested in making your own, I have got you covered. You can find a tutorial for the “Crate Wheelbarrow” here.    This “Crated Carboy Jug” is also a favorite of mine when it comes to adding festive decor! If you want to build your own you can find the tutorial here.  

Kitchen

Honestly, if you think this is a pretty kitchen you should seriously consider checking out what it looked like BEFORE!

I am still working on pulling together a table-scape for the dining room, but in all honesty I kind of love it just the way it is.

If you are eyeing any of the pieces of furniture in this picture, then you might be shocked at what they looked like before I got my hands on them!

Antique Ice Box (BEFORE)

Antique Apothecary (BEFORE)

Ok, ok, sorry one last thing,  if you love that exposed brick wall, I should tell you something… It is Faux Brick Paneling and I have a full tutorial for you,  should you decide your home absolutely NEEDS one too.  OR if you are interested in the Modular Wall Units , I have full build plans for this Pottery Barn inspired beauties right here.  Well there you have it,  a brief tour of my downstairs living area!

 Take Luck,

Corey

P.S. I have plenty of seasonal inspiration and tutorials in the works, so make sure you check back often!

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Front Entry 

      If you want to see how you can make your own  “Believe”  Chalkboard sign,  you can  check out this tutorial here! 

Sitting Room

        I have an awesome video showing how I made this chalkboard,  available here. Want to learn how to make your own “Who-Ville”  tree?  You should check out this tutorial here .

Family Room

   You can learn more about how I decorated this tree for CHEAP  here.

Dining Room

Entertaining guests  this Holiday season ?  I can help with that. COMING SOON a tutorial on how you  can create this Tablescape for CHEAP!  Stay tuned!

Kitchen

      You can get more info on this  chalkboard sign here.

 Hopefully these may  have sparked some ideas of your own, and best of luck for for all those getting ready for the Holidays!

Happy Holidays,

Corey

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Do you love the look of a whimsical tree ?  I can show you how to take it to the next level!

Do you need help decorating ?  I can help with that.  Learn how to decorate a tree here.

 You can even  learn how to make some of these fun and funky ornaments here: Gift Box Ornaments  Tinsel Ornaments  Accent Color Ornaments  

Happy Holidays!

Corey

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Happy Thanksgiving!  I know many families wait until the day after Thanksgiving to decorate for Christmas. (Obviously  I am not patient enough to share that notion)  In the event you have not decorated  yet, here is a VERY easy and cheap project…

 

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 Ok, here is another EASY one, and potentially free.

Supplies Needed:    
Wrapping paper
Tape
Scissors
Boxes of various sizes
Ribbon

Step 1: Wrap boxes
Step 2: Stick them in the tree

Yup,  that’s it,  your done.

How easy?   You can choose any wrapping paper to match your colors.  They take up a large amount of space, and they are super cheap!  You are welcome.

Have fun!

Corey Decker

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Awesome LARGE ornaments, for less than a dollar, and in any color  your need !?  It’s a Christmas miracle.

Corey

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I have said that  I have a  hard time decorating for Thanksgiving  because I LOVE decorating for Christmas. Well, I was not exaggerating.  I put up both of our trees this past week and love them!

* Remember, if the back of your tree is not exposed,  you do not need to decorate it! Lights                included,  I simply go back and forth and  save  myself lights and trouble of going around the back.
* Remember to know where your power source is, and plan  accordingly.

You can use traditional spray snow, from a can, (only a few bucks at Walmart)  OR you can do what  I did, I took extra boughs from an old tree and spray painted them white.

Adding the white  I think make a huge difference,  it creates contrast and I like it.

Do not under estimate the impact that  ribbon can add  to a tree! It can cover a lot of space for just a few bucks.  It also breaks up the space, you want a variety of sizes, textures, and shapes,  ribbon helps achieve this!

At Sam’s Club you can get a 50 YARD roll for $7.00!  In the event you don’t price ribbon, you should know this is an amazing deal!  They have a ton of colors and patterns to choose from.  I had MORE than enough to cover my entire tree, a few garlands and still had extra.

I also  used the  new popular product  wide mesh ribbon.
*Instead of using the mesh as ribbon,  I actually  cut it into sections (a few feet each), and then   gathered the ends with pipe cleaners.  Then wired the pipe cleaners into the tree.  It created the illusion of going around the tree,  with  using a minimal amount.

I got all of these decorations for only a dollar a peice.  If you price large ornaments,  you know that even the cheapest ones are easily $5.00 a peice.

These are also Dollar Tree Ornaments!

This is my favorite part, adding   the accent color. I  suggest  using three colors when decorating your tree.  I would use two classic colors that can easily be used year to year.  Then for your “Pop Color”  you can go trendy and not need to replace your entire tree as trends or styles change.

Each of  these were  a dollar or less each. When you are willing to put in a little elbow grease you can really  add the WOW factor to your tree.

Ok, so NOW is the time to use the normal size ornaments!  You can get these sleeves for only $1, again at Dollar Tree!  Go through and fill in all the small gaps, don’t be afraid to layer as well.

EXTRA CREDIT:
If you feel like being a little ridiculously over the top,  you an add decoration that extends out beyond the tree.  I think  this last step can really  take the tree to the next level!

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