Changed it up

My sister gave a set of candle holders from Partylite for my birthday - I used them as candle holders as my Christmas decorations last year - but this year I was inspired to change it to a more fancy display:

They have small holes on the opposite end where the tea light goes and you can add water and a flower.  So I took small beads and jingle bells and added that to the inside as well as some leaves, berry picks & ribbon - I like it a lot better now ;)

Kissing Ball

I saw a mistletoe Christmas Kissing Ball and loved the idea, so I decided to tackle this craft project on.  I added a few more embellishments than just greenery and ribbon:

I guess they use these at weddings too - although I hadn't ever noticed one before last year.  It is a fun decoration!  So I've been inspired to miniaturize some and make them for my tree - I'm off to Michaels (40% off Michaels) & JoAnn's now (coupons in hand - click on the links and you'll be able to print your own) =)

Christmas Wreath

I got out some Christmas stuff today =) This is my favorite wreath - I made it 2 years ago and still love it:

I had the wreath form from the previous year that was on clearance for $3 - what a deal! Everything I added to this wreath was cheap because I waited until they were 50% off at Michaels. The 1st year I made it I was afraid to put it on my front door in case someone wanted to swipe it - funny, huh?

Fall Pumpkins

Foam pumpkins from the craft store:

Painted them metallic brown, gold and silver:

Added ribbon and fall picks to the tops:

They are outside on my front porch!  Will make a great presentation October & November =)

Fall Wreath

I made this fall wreath last year using dried and silk flowers/berries, but am posting the picture now.  I love fall colors!  

I am working on some crafty pumpkins - hopefully will be done tomorrow =)