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When I stumbled across this gorgeous DIY plate wreath, I fell in love and knew I had to share it with you! I’ve seen plate wreaths before but they all use heavy duty glue which will ruin your beautiful plates! This method of wreath making will not harm your precious plates! I love the idea of…
A tisket a tasket, a vintage Adirondack basket. See how I made a unique basket wreath for my front door using an old trapper basket. Whether you refer to them as “Adirondack baskets,” “pack baskets,” “trapper baskets,” or “basket backpacks,” they have been around for centuries and I learned some very interesting Adirondack basket history…
The circular shape of wreaths symbolize eternity, because they have no beginning and no end. They are beautiful all year long but especially around the Christmas holiday. From a vintage tray to a marquee light to an old clipboard to architectural salvage and more, see how to add your own personal touch to turn plain…
I’ve got over 25 different types of hydrangeas in my yard so it’s about time I used them to make a wreath! I’m sharing how to make a DIY limelight hydrangea wreath (or any variety of hydrangea wreath for that matter). My tips and tricks will help you to create this show stopping wreath that…
I’m faux inside but real outside all the way. I love adding real evergreen wreaths and garland to my front porch. There is nothing better! Lynch Creek Farm is a family business that’s been around for over 35 years. Every wreath, garland and centerpiece is handmade – even the bows are hand tied on site. I…
I’m all about faux Christmas trees and wreaths indoors but when it comes to decorating my porch, I love using live wreaths and garland. My front door was crying out for something festive but instead of paying for a live wreath, I decided to whip one up for just the cost of a wreath form…
I’m a sucker for a cute wreath (remember my marshmallow wreath)? I absolutely LOVE my winter village wreath (sorry for shouting). This plain Jane (some might say ugly) fake wreath has been transformed into a fun and festive decoration ready for it’s close up. DIY Winter Village Wreath Supplies: • Plain wreath • Christmas houses (mine…
Creative wreath decorating ideas! See how to take one plain wreath and give it three completely different looks using vintage and new things. My friends and I decided to get on the ball and bring you some creative Christmas ideas early so we can relax with a hot toddy in December. If you missed my…
Did you hear of that teacher who left a Twinkie on the classroom windowsill for years …
and it didn’t rot, go bad, spoil or fall apart!
No, it weathered the test of time and remained unchanged through many mid terms, science experiments and proms.
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Arachnophobia Wreath
Paper Parasol Wreath
Umbrella Filled Spring Door
Peeps Spring Wreath
“Love Is” Valentine Wreath
Jello Mold Wreath
Marshmallow Wreath
This Hydrangeas 101 Guide will give you everything you ever wanted to know about hydrangeas! We’ll talk about the different types of hydrangeas and how to choose the best variety of hydrangea for your yard, planting and growing tips, when to prune hydrangeas (this is crucial!), sun requirements, how to change the color of blooms…
Who needs an Easter basket when you can make Easter basket jars! They are so fun to make and the jars can be used in other ways all year long. Add these adorable Free printable bunny gift tags to your jars for an Easter Bunny approved gift. This post contains affiliate links which means if…
Burlap Bunny Runner
As a special Christmas Eve treat, we are heading to New England to peek inside a stunning 1879 home all decked out for Christmas. This Eclectic Home Tour Finding Lovely Christmas is filled with natural touches, soft neutrals and a farmhouse feel that is sure to inspire. More Eclectic Home Tours Here Jackie of Finding…
I’m on the hunt for unique Christmas ideas 365 days a year! So when I spot a really creative idea, I make sure to save it for inspiration. I’m thrilled to share some of the most stunning Christmas decor ideas that made me scream in an octave higher than Mariah Carey singing “All I Want…
I love the simplicity of a charcuterie board any time of the year and they are especially festive during the holidays. If you love a unique Christmas charcuterie board, you are in for a treat because I’ve gathered together a dozen of the most unique ones! Some aren’t even boards … you’ll find creative uses…
Sleigh bells ring! Over the years, brass bells have become a hot decorating trend so I thought it would be fun to share some of the more creative ways I’ve seen them displayed, where to buy them, and I’m even sharing some very creative and inexpensive DIY brass bells you can make for pennies! So…
I can’t resist a beautifully decorated mantel, especially at Christmas, so I gathered together 10 of the most stunning Christmas mantels from here to the North Pole. It’s an eclectic assortment with something for every taste and style. Get ready for a feast for your eyes! An antique portrait is the centerpiece of Crown and…
I’m sharing an easy and inexpensive way to create art for your home, for any season, holiday or occasion. I searched and searched for art to display with my Santa mug collection but could not find anything I liked. As luck would have it, as I was minding my own business strolling through the gift…
I’m going where no blogger has gone before! I am taking you on a stroll down Christmas memory lane and sharing my past 12 years of Christmas Home Tours! I’ll share the good, the bad, and the ugly (sometimes very ugly)! But one thing you will get is TONS of Christmas decorating inspiration because each…
Prepare to be WOW-ed by the most amazing, fun, whimsical, colorful Christmas home you’ve ever seen! Christmas at Aunt Peaches is a very special place. See more Eclectic Home Tours HERE Amanda of Aunt Peaches knows Christmas trees. Over the years, she’s decked more than 300 trees for herself and clients. She says she likes…
I’ve been decking all the halls and I’m excited to share my 12th Christmas home tour with you! I like to pull out all the stops for Christmas and every year, I challenge myself to come up with new and unique decorating ideas using mostly vintage, thrifted finds with a little bit of modern thrown…
Christmas came early to Target and I found some of the cutest $5 Target Christmas decor (or less!) and I’m excited to share it with you because, as we all know, the early bird gets the snow-covered worm at Target. Some of these finds, I picked up at the Dollar Spot (prices now can be…
Countdown to Christmas – can you believe it’s only 8 short weeks away! Christmas is definitely the most wonderful time of the year! Today, I wanted to share Christmas decorating questions and answers. These are some of my most frequently asked questions from you … my amazing readers. It may seem super early to start…
When my girls were little, I loved adding some Halloween spookiness to my house. I’m not much of a Halloween decorator anymore but I do love adding a little Halloween fun here and there. I thought it would be frighteningly fun to peer into my crystal ball for a look back at the best of…
Is it wrong if you forget to celebrate your own anniversary?! I can’t believe it’s been 11 years since I started this blog (I published my first post on September 21, 2011). Tastes change and styles evolve over time so I thought it would be fun to not only create a brand new fall mantel…
Welcome pumpkin spice lattes, leather boots and crunching leaves underfoot – I’ve been waiting for you! I’m sharing 7 fall home decorating tips to easily transition your house from summer to fall. These affordable ideas will get you to think outside what people typically consider fall decor and inspire your creativity! There’s something about a…
Eclectic Home Tours Let’s Garden Let’s Decorate My Home Latest posts Hi there! I’m KELLY Welcome to Kelly Elko! Here you’ll find inspiring decorating ideas, holiday inspiration, gardening tips, vintage thrifting adventures and so much more. I’m sharing simple, quick, affordable ideas to help you love where you live.Read more… My home tour thrifting decorate…
I’m also not the type of person who decks my halls in wall to wall hearts for Valentine’s Day! But I do love simple little seasonal touches around the house and quick and easy ways to celebrate fun occasions. I’m sharing some of my favorite simple Valentine ideas including creative ways to use vintage finds,…
If you love old houses, you are going to love today’s Eclectic Home Tour of Our 1842 Home. The homeowner, Colleen, says “This old house is so wonky, chippy paint, floors that slope, windows that don’t open … but we love her more for that!” She’s filled her home with unique, one-of-a-kind antique and vintage…