Farmhouse Style Decor

I love creating something from nothing. Especially when I can use chalk paints and my Cricut. I used a vintage wooden window frame for a command center. My husband helped me make a narrow box to hold chalk and important papers. I created stencils for the days of the week.

I built a board-and-batten shutter from reclaimed wood.  This is perfect for narrow wall spaces or could be nicely paired with a grouping of frames. I decorated a small wreath for Christmas and tea dyed red-striped ribbon (because the white was too new looking). They both could be swapped out for the seasons. Both items are available for sale.

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Mini Framed Prints

Just a few final touches on the items for the Holiday Open House.  I created these Mini Framed Prints. They are 4 1/2 " x 5 1/2".  They are just the right size for an ornament or a perfect present topper.  I personally love to layer my picture frames.  They work great to layer multiple sized frames on a book shelf.  

I also finished up some details on my Reclaimed Wood Framed Prints.  This print is something that could be hung no matter the season.  I created it to make it easy to swap out the ribbon and wreath (if you want but it is not necessary).  It has that farmhouse style that I love.

My house is all decorated and I am very excited for Friday and Saturday.  I hope you can stop by to check out all my hard work.

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Holiday Decor Not Only for the Holiday

I have specific things I decorate for Christmas. Then I have things that I keep out and decorate with no matter the season. I love to be surrounded by pretty things that I create. It makes me happy.  These are a few of my favorite things I created and have in my home. The welcome banner is a small detail in my kitchen adorns the open shelving. I used a drop cloth and painted it with chalk paint.  When it dried, I cut and assembled it with jute. I used my Cricut to make a welcome iron-on.

I created this craft paper scroll for my daughter and loved it! So I created a second one. For low cost, it makes a big impact. This is something I can recreate fast to change with the seasons. I hand-lettered craft paper and attached a thin piece of stained pine. It frames the quote and helps it to hang straight. I will be making a few Christmas-themed ones soon.

This gate is my favorite thing I have made from reclaimed wood. If you love the farmhouse look, you need one for your wall. I found these old hinges at a local antique store. I love the patina on them. Hang a seasonal wreath off of it and you are good-to-go whatever the time of year.

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Hand-Made Holiday

It has been a few weeks since I posted anything. I have been busy designing and creating all these cool things. I had a large load of reclaimed boards which I cleaned and painted into these awesome frames. My husband is great with the miter saw. All I needed to do was sketch out my ideas with some measurements and my husband makes magic happen out of junk someone was throwing away.  I love how simple and rustic they look. My designs needed something special to make them stand out. I used chalk paint to finish off the look to make them look authentically old.

I love using tools too. I am not as proficient on the saw as my husband but the thought of building something out of nothing is exciting. It just opens up a new medium for me to work with. I built this box out of more reclaimed wood.  They are a perfect size to hold a glass mason jar with votive. I added faux leather straps on the sides. A great small gift for Christmas.

This painted sign is clean and simple. A friend asked me to create one for her and I liked it so much, I created another for the Holiday Open House. 

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Sneak Peek Holiday Open House

I was asked to participate in a friend's Holiday Open House. I have been working really hard to get ready for it. It feels like Santa's work shop around here. I have been painting and printing, sanding and cutting. My kitchen table has been covered with crafts for weeks. I have a trail of saw dust from my garage that everyone has been tracking in. Paint brushes drying on my sink and glue under my finger nails. I love it! I get a thrill around this time of year because it's gift go-time.  

I try to create things that I like and that I would want to decorate my home. My hubby helps with all my frames. We use reclaimed wood. I love a clean but rustic look. Below are a few samples of what I will be showing at the Holiday Open House. 

This laundry sign I have hanging in my laundry room.  I get so many compliments on it so I decided to recreate it for the show.

I always look for something cute for my kitchen for this time of year.  I created these signs with a vintage flare.  They are a perfect size to be hung on the back splash or placed on an open shelf.  I spend a lot of time in the kitchen during the holidays. I did not want to neglect that space of festive decorations.

I have two weeks until the show, so stop back and check out what else I will have available!

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