Chair Cushions

     Wow! I'm not so good at this blogging thing! :-/ It's been far too long!  I've been super busy with life... my family♡ , cleaning, and of course, crafting!
       I spent 2 and 1/2 hours at Joanne's last Saturday!  I knew exactly what I was looking for,  but there's so many fun fabrics to look at.... :-)  (And yes, my husband did know I was going there.... he was probably nervous)  But, I managed to leave the store, (a small wonder in itself....so hard to leave), AND stay on budget!
    The foam pads for the cushions were 50% off, and home decorating fabrics were on sale at 40% off! I also had a coupon for 15% off my total purchase.  I should add that the gal who rang up my items went way out of her way to find me even more savings! I ended up with an additional 5% off! ♡♡♡
     My latest project... chair cushions for my dining room chairs!
     Above is a picture of one that I sewed for one of the bedrooms. I'm working on the dining room set next. I do a lot of work at the kitchen table and I am looking forward to comfy seating!  :)
                    What will you make today?

Thanksgiving Decorating Ideas

Thanksgiving is only 17 days away!  I know lots of families get together to share a special meal and think about the many blessings God has so graciously given us.  Mine is no different!  This year I am so privileged to host Thanksgiving. However,  I also have many other things that are vying for my time.  So...17 days?? What to do?  So much decorating, so little time!  Answer: Pinterest.  What a great source for ideas!  Here are a few of my favorite SIMPLE ideas:  (Remember KISS...Keep It Simple Sweetie!) 
#1  - See picture above  - -  Popcorn, candle, raffia - done!
#2 -

How cute is this! 
These little guys are still
 available at your grocery store
if you don't already have some!
Shopping list:
gourds, mini pumpkins, tea lights
Done! :)




#3 -

This might have to be my favorite.
  Love, love, loving the white mini pumpkins
with the pine cones and twigs....
 I'll have to see if I can find a cool hurricane vase!

 Trip to Goodwill anyone? :)





#4 -

Apples smell yummy 
and are a good alternative to pumpkins. 
I think it would be fun with red apples too!






#5 -

White pumpkins again!  So gorgeous!
  I have a friend who has a wooden box....
Maybe I can sweet talk her into letting me borrow it? ;-)








Uh oh!  Now so many choices!!!! So little time!  :)
Hope your creative juices are flowing!  I'd love to hear your plans for decorating your table!

Cute Chair Decor

     I love looking through decorating ideas!  I stumbled across this one today while waiting for some work on my car to get done.
     On our family's birthdays, I decorate the honored person's chair with balloons.   I have to say, I like this idea too! It's simple and clean.  It would be a great way to decorate for a special dinner or holiday too! I found it on http://www.karaspartyideas.com/2013/05/spring-cookie-decorating-party.html.
     Have a great day!  Thanks for stopping by! :)

Monday's Reflections

     Happy Monday!   I like Mondays.  They are a fresh new beginning to a brand new week with lots of potential!  Saturday we went to a wedding!   I had to share these photos.   I thought these were simple but elegant ideas!
     First, I love the table set up for the wedding party! White tablecloth,  white lights under white tule, flickering candles, and fresh flowers.  Gorgeous!
     Second, the cupcake tree! I love the shading of the cupcake wraps! And on top, the cake for the bride and groom!  Very clever display! (They were very yummy too!) :)
    Congrats David and Daydra! :)

Fabric Flowers

I made these flowers for Easter for my girls and I.   They were fun to make! They didn't take much fabric or time! :) I found the instructions in a book from the library by Elizabeth Searle.  All of her flowers measure about 3 inches in diameter.  That was perfect for what I wanted, but may be a little larger than wanted for headbands or other hair accessories.   I don't think it would be to hard to alter the patterns to create smaller flowers or even go larger for home decorating, such as on a wreath for your front door.  :)
One very good tip in the book was to use a more sturdy thread such as quilting thread. Also be on the lookout for buttons or other bling for flower centers!  :) I'm hoping to get more of these made and added to my shop soon! Happy Wednesday!

Throw Pillow

 Well, I finally finished my throw pillow!  I love how it turned out!  I was thinking of putting a zipper in it.... maybe someday I'll pop the seam and put one in, but for now.... it's a nice splash of color in my living room!  :)

As you can see, I got lazy and made my scrappy flower from ribbon.   It looked a little lonely, so I whipped up some friends for it! :)  I can't decided which one I like the best!  Happy Thursday!  Thanks for stopping by!