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HAPPY Holidays – Make DIY Faux Fur Trees!

faux fur trees

Hi! We're Nat and Holly from My Sister's Suitcase... We are thrilled to be here as a part of Jen's "Happy Holidays" series. This Christmas, I wanted to create some of the simple "cone" trees, but with a little texture and whimsy. The result is really quite elegant, but can go rustic or modern too... depending on your decor. Presenting our faux fur tree... If any of you have made … [Read more...]

HAPPY Holidays — Make a Key for Santa (Free Printable)

key for santa

Hello everyone! I’m Sumo, or Summer if you wanna get formal. I blog over at Sumo’s Sweet Stuff. It’s my little place in the blogging world where you can come to find sewing and crafting inspiration. Sewing is my favorite creative outlet, but I’m not afraid to bust out the Mod Podge and paint when the mood strikes. You might also catch me professing my love of Target (or … [Read more...]

Great Ideas — 34 Beautiful Holiday Projects

34 Holiday Ideas

How's your holiday decorating coming along?  I'm working on mine this weekend - -I love this time of year!! If you are looking for some inspiration, check out these 34 holiday ideas!!  And be sure to check out all of the ideas linked up this week -- there are so many more amazing holiday ideas, plus DIY projects, yummy recipes and more. I love seeing all of YOUR incredible ideas!! Joy to … [Read more...]

My Scandinavian-ish Red and White Mantel

Winter Ice Skate Wreath

I love decorating my mantel for the holidays. Last year, my colors were red and turquoise and I went for a whimsical party theme. This year I thought it would be fun to go with a simpler Scandinavian-ish Red and White theme. I love the Scandinavian aesthetic - clean, simple and pretty. My husband spent two years in Finland and his love of the culture really inspired me. The first thing … [Read more...]

HAPPY Holidays — DIY Photo Christmas Ornaments

diy ornaments

Hello friends of Tatertots and Jello. I'm Melissa from No. 2 Pencil, and I am so excited to be here again, and to be contributing to Jen's Happy Holidays series. There are so many great ideas and I'm thrilled to be a part of the fun. Today, I'm sharing a fun gift idea that everybody on your list will love, DIY Christmas Ornaments made from dollar store picture frames. Here is what you will … [Read more...]

HAPPY Holidays — Make Felt Mistletoe!

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Hi TT&J Friends! I'm Aimee Lane and I blog daily at It's Overflowing. I love this time of year and try really hard to keep life simple so I don't miss the true reason for the season! This Christmas I have been loving Scandinavian Decor...something about the simplicity is so beautiful to me! I wanted to share with you a little tutorial for making my favorite my hubby's favorite Christmas … [Read more...]

Great Ideas — 28 Festive Christmas Projects

28 christmas ideas

It's my favorite time of the year!! I am so excited to see so many Christmas and Holiday projects linked up this week. Here are just a few of the amazing ideas this week -- be sure to check out the rest of the wrap up, for even more holiday inspiration! Christmas Chalkboard Printable @ Kiki & Company Christmas Advent Calendar @ Cherished Bliss Christmas Brunch & Printables @ … [Read more...]

Metallic Holiday Tablescape — perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years

wayfair holiday tablescape

I haven't had a lot of experience creating tablescapes. I am more of a buffet-casual girl. But when Wayfair contacted me and asked if I might want to give it a try for their Holiday Tablescape Challenge, I couldn't resist. Wayfair sent me a list of 12 items and let me pick 5  for my tablescape, and of course I had to create a few DIY projects too -- to go along with my … [Read more...]

Merry Merry Christmas!!

hadfield christmas picture

Merry Merry Christmas to you!! I just wanted to pause a moment and let you know how grateful I am to all of YOU! I love TT&J as a way to share my creative ideas, but what I love most is connecting with so many wonderful people. I appreciate you so much. I hope you have a very merry day with those you love!!! xoxox PS -- all of these fun pictures are by my very talented sister -- Wendy … [Read more...]

2nd Annual TT&J Cookie Exchange Party (and Holiday Cookie recipe link up)!!

tt&j cookie exchange 1

Thanks to everyone to came to the 2nd annual TT&J Cookie Exchange Party!! It was so much fun. I had a wonderful time meeting new friends! And those cookies ---- wow!!! Every single cookie was different, delicious and so so pretty!! {Thanks Lara @ Announced Design for the cute invite!!} I love cookie exchanges -- it's a festive excuse for a party PLUS you come away with so many different … [Read more...]