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How to Decorate for Christmas on a Budget

How to Decorate for Christmas on a Budget

By Marty Walden · 14 Comments

Filled with simple DIY projects and thrift finds, this tutorial will teach you how to decorate for Christmas on a budget! One of my favorite and funniest Christmas stories happened in 1989. Whoa, that certainly seems like a long time ago! My husband Tim and I were living in Little Rock, Arkansas with our one-year-old firstborn daughter Rachel. Our heart’s… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, home tour, Seasonal Projects

11 Ways to Add Buffalo Plaid Christmas Decorations

11 Ways to Add Buffalo Plaid Christmas Decorations

By Marty Walden · 16 Comments

These 11 ways to add buffalo plaid Christmas decorations to your holiday home are simple AND inexpensive! Perfect for the DIYer and crafter! Am I the only one who has a mad crush on all things buffalo plaid? No? Good because you’ve come to the right place! For fall I added some touches of black and white plaid to my… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Seasonal Projects

DIY Buffalo Plaid Christmas Hoop Wreath

DIY Buffalo Plaid Christmas Hoop Wreath

By Marty Walden · 14 Comments

This DIY buffalo plaid Christmas hoop wreath is both simple and gorgeous! Use what you have on hand and it’s cheap, too! Christmas is my favorite season to decorate my home and in the past I loved making crafty decorations each year. Since we were homeschoolers for 23 years, my kids would usually join in making ornaments for their church… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, No Sew Projects, Seasonal Projects

Front Porch Christmas Decorations

Front Porch Christmas Decorations

By Marty Walden · 28 Comments

These 7 tips for creating beautiful front porch Christmas decorations won’t cost you a lot of money or time! Create a welcoming space for all to enjoy! **Scroll to the bottom to see more amazing outdoor inspiration from my favorite bloggers! Anyone else struggle with all the decorating things this year? 2020 will not be forgotten anytime soon and may… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Seasonal Projects

M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar with FREE Printable

M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar with FREE Printable

By Marty Walden · 14 Comments

Love giving handmade gifts from the kitchen? This M&M Cookie Mix in a Jar recipe includes a FREE printable and label! Plus the cookies are divine! *** For more inspiration from some amazing blogging friends, check out the goodies at the end of this post! Do you ever look back in the past and wonder what in the world you… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Gift Ideas, Printables, recipes, Seasonal Projects

DIY Chalkboard Banner Wood Slices

DIY Chalkboard Banner Wood Slices

By Marty Walden · 25 Comments

Join the chalkboard craze with these easy handmade wood slices used as a chalkboard banner. Simply erase and use for any season, celebration or party. *** For more inspiration from some amazing blogging friends, check out the ideas at the end of this post! My Christmas village is one of of my favorite elements of our Christmas decorating. You can… Read More

Filed Under: Banners, Christmas, Crafts, Home Projects, Seasonal Projects Tagged With: Christmas, crafts, DIY, Repurposing, seasonal

Decorating Outside for Christmas: 5 Easy Ideas!

Decorating Outside for Christmas: 5 Easy Ideas!

By Marty Walden · 25 Comments

These 5 easy and inexpensive ideas for decorating outside for Christmas include using what you already have with free natural elements! We built our front deck about five years ago. (You can read all about it here.) Before we added the deck we just had a tiny stoop. It wasn’t pretty and decorating outside for Christmas was not a thing…. Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Seasonal Projects

Rustic Farmhouse Christmas Decorations

Rustic Farmhouse Christmas Decorations

By Marty Walden · Leave a Comment

These rustic farmhouse Christmas decorations will encourage you to shop your home, yard sales and thrift stores to create a home you’ll love! I have to be honest and upfront with you, my friends. Christmas can be a struggle for me. Sometimes this season feels a little overwhelming, a struggle between my misplaced desire for perfection and the idea of… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Seasonal Projects

5 Easy DIY Christmas Wreath Ideas

5 Easy DIY Christmas Wreath Ideas

By Marty Walden · Leave a Comment

These 5 easy DIY Christmas wreath ideas will have you pumped to decorate simply and inexpensively for the holidays! Just FYI, I’m a terrible wreath maker. I really want to make beautiful ones but some part of me just doesn’t want to spend the time and energy. Can anyone relate? This is pretty funny since I really love to craft…. Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, Seasonal Projects

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Marty Walden believes anyone can create an authentic home filled with simple, thrifty decor. When you join her community, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to create a treasured home and still live within your means! Read More…

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