Sweetest Pin - Shamrock Door Decor (Wreath)

This weeks Sweetest Pin is all about St. Patrick's Day!  

I have seen some beautiful wreaths out there, but this one is my absolute favorite!

Blue Sky Confections

I have been smitten with real shamrocks since high school, when my friend's mom gave me a shamrock plant.

Does anyone have a shamrock (oxalis) plant?  If you do, you would know that the leaves open and close with the sun.  Something I had never experienced before.  It makes me smile!  I will share with you my real shamrock plant on my porch soon.

So, when I saw this amazing take on a wreath by Blue Sky Confections, my heart skipped a beat!

She made this amazing door hanging with trimmings from her yard.  I am sure you can do it with faux plants too.

What do you think?  What is your favorite thing about 

St. Patrick's Day?

My January Mantle

My January Mantle

I have been having fun decorating my fireplace mantle. Since this is the first time I have had a fireplace, I have realized how fun it is to decorate it!

How do you decorate for January?  What colors best fit cold weather (ok it was 80 degrees yesterday, here in Phoenix) and no major holiday.

My Christmas decor was silver and cream.  Here is my Winter Mantle.  I am still in love with the silver, and I decided to tie in a blue color, keeping some of the silver elements.  I think the colors are perfect for January.




I started with my Great-grandmother's vintage table runner. I just love the blues, greens and browns in the table runner. I draped it across the top, since I don't have a distinctive mantle.

I added my Great-grandmother's vintage blue vase.  I pulled some tan berries (that I used for my fall decor) to tie in the runner with the rest of the decor.

Before I had a fireplace, I had no idea how much fireplace tools are.  I fell in love with this Tool Set from Crate & Barrell.  But, for $199, it wasn't in the budget.  I kept my eye out at many different stores, but either didn't like the style or price tag.

 

I was thrilled to find some great deals.  I went to my local antique stores and Goodwill in search, and score I found some great deals!

I would love to hear your thoughts.  Have you found some great deals lately?  Where is your favorite place to find deals?

Linking Up!

Tater Tots & Jello Classy Clutter

Happy Fall- Sweet Inspiration Decorating for Fall

Happy Fall!

 

Here is a Fall Sweet Inspiration for decorating your home. 

I just love this simple and stunning entry table.

via House and Home


Have you decorated for Fall yet?


Also, winner of the Sweetest Memory 300+ Sales is..........

Lindsey Gain!  Congrats Lindsey!

Sweet Inspiration - Earth Day + Repurposed Home Decor

EARTH DAY

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtfully committed citizens can change the world.  Indeed, it's the only thing that ever has. -- Margaret Mead

Chevron Planters with Recycled Wood by 91204

If you have been following lately, you have noticed I have had several posts on repurposing.  This is such a hot and fun trend right now and perfect for EARTH DAY! 

By repurposing we help save unwanted items from going to the landfill, and we get save some green ($$) while we are at it!

Here are some beautiful projects I have been inspired by!  I hope they will bring inspiration to you.


 
 Library card file turned into console table with pin legs and mirror top | styled by Emily Henderson          


Stunning Repurposed Backdrop by Time Worn Interiors




Old Doors as a Headboard in this Shabby Chic room by Anne Wisniewski


Reused window for Picture Display by Funky Junk Interiors

and Finally...get the Kids Inspired!



I love this cute Free Printable Tree Planting Kit by Chickabug


Do you have a favorite?   Have you created something from something old or repurposed something?  I would love for you to share with us!

Kari