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Bling, Burlap, Bed Springs & a Bit of Leopard Mantel!

What’s not to love about a little bling (like a fish, I’m attracted to shiny objects!), rustic burlap and rusty bed springs, and a little leopard print? Combined with some fresh garland and snowy mason jar candles, this mantel is a major babe – check her out! Vintage green crib bed springs found at an estate…

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7 New Year Challenges to Change Your Life

Who among us couldn’t use some self improvement? I know I surely can and I’m going to start out 2024 trying these 7 New Year Challenges to Change Your Life! No need to do them all, just choose the ones that appeal to you and that you think will help you live a better life….

Vintage Christmas Ornament Valentine Heart!
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Vintage Christmas Ornament Valentine Heart!

Before you pack up your Christmas ornaments … do this! Calling all vintage ornament lovers … this is for you! My Christmas ornament Valentine heart screen is a combo of some of my favorite things … Christmas, vintage ornaments and a one of a kind decoration! The best part is that it’s not permanent so…

Shiny Brite Christmas – Creative Display Ideas
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Shiny Brite Christmas – Creative Display Ideas

Calling all vintage Shiny Brite ornament lovers! I’ve searched all the way up to the North Pole to find the most creatively amazing ways to display your favorite ornaments. These Shiny Brite decorating ideas are Santa approved. Shiny Brite ornaments were created by American businessman Max Eckardt in 1937. They are hand painted so no…

Hydrangeas 101 – Choosing, Planting, Growing, Pruning Tips
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Hydrangeas 101 – Choosing, Planting, Growing, Pruning Tips

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…

NJ Monthly Magazine Feature & My 5 Tips for Easy Holiday Decorating!
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NJ Monthly Magazine Feature & My 5 Tips for Easy Holiday Decorating!

I’ve been featured in national magazines including a 10-page spread in Better Homes & Gardens, and Modern Farmhouse but my latest feature in NJ Monthly Magazine is even more exciting because they used my photos! You can read more about me, my house, and my decorating style plus I’m sharing my 5 Tips for Easy…

How to Make a Plate Wreath – the Damage Free Way!
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How to Make a Plate Wreath – the Damage Free Way!

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…

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Eclectic Home Tours Spring 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 Looking…

Top 5 Thrifting Find – Vintage Cane Coffee Table (Worth How Much?!)
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Top 5 Thrifting Find – Vintage Cane Coffee Table (Worth How Much?!)

I’ve found my fair share of amazing vintage pieces over the years and my latest find definitely ranks near the top! Meet my vintage cane coffee table! The problem is I already own a coffee table that I like. I’ll show you side-by-side comparisons of both tables, give you my thoughts on what I love…

My Thrifted Vintage Christmas Hauls – Sneak Peek!
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My Thrifted Vintage Christmas Hauls – Sneak Peek!

It seems like Santa finally took me off the naughty list because I have been on a vintage Christmas thrifting role! Every time I walked into a thrift store over the last couple of months, the coolest Christmas decorations jumped into my cart! I thought it would be fun to share my most recent thrifted vintage…

Eclectic Home Tour – Sea Roost
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Eclectic Home Tour – Sea Roost

They rented a beach house next door for years, and always thought the overgrown set of cottages behind the Oriental Bittersweet and Honeysuckle were so quaint. Built as fishing cabins in the 1940’s, the daughter of the original owners built the artist studio all by herself! When the owners decided to sell, Matt Albiani & Ron Brand…

Eclectic Home Tour – Casa Watkins Living
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Eclectic Home Tour – Casa Watkins Living

If you love “an eclectic mix of global accents with bohemian, tropical and even a bit of modern farmhouse style,” today’s Eclectic Home Tour of Casa Watkins Living is going to make you very happy. See More Eclectic Home Tours Here Stephanie says, “I have a great appreciation and love of cultural accents from around…