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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…
Creative Christmas Wreaths
What’s more festive than a Christmas wreath? A one-of-a-kind, handmade Christmas wreath! I’m sharing some of my favorite creative Christmas wreaths that I think you are going to love (the mushroom wreath is my favorite!) and hopefully inspire you to make one of your own. I promise, these wreaths are a cinch to make. If…
Adirondack Basket Wreath
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…
10 Creative Ways to Jazz Up Plain Wreaths for Christmas + 20 Favorite Wreaths
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…
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Gargantuan DIY Limelight Hydrangea Wreath and Fall Mantel
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…
10 Minute Fresh Greens Wreath
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…
DIY Winter Village Wreath
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…
Countdown to Christmas – Wreath Decorating Ideas
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…
Make a Peeps Wreath that Lasts for Years!
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 – Spooky Spider Wreath
Arachnophobia Wreath
It’s a Cinch – Summer Paper Parasol Wreath
Paper Parasol Wreath
Party with My Peeps Easter Wreath
Peeps Spring Wreath
“Love Is” Valentine Wreath
“Love Is” Valentine Wreath
Unusual Wreath and a Vintage Christmas
Jello Mold Wreath
Marshmallow World Wreath & Other Beauties
Marshmallow Wreath
Eclectic Home Tour – House on Winchester
I thought it would be fun to revisit my most popular Eclectic Home Tour from last year and possibility the most popular tour of all time! They were the only bidders at an auction for a run down old house owned by a former super hoarder. They used their house flipping experience (they’ve renovated over…
14 Years of Christmas Mantels
Who wants to see 14 years of my Christmas mantels? I started this blog 13 years ago (September 2011) and want to wish everyone who has followed, commented, supported, shared on social media or been inspired to recreate one of my projects the happiest and healthiest Christmas and 2025! Today, I thought it would be…
My Tinsel in a Tangle Christmas Home Tour
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Time for my annual Christmas home tour. Can you believe this is my 14th Christmas tour here on my blog?! This year, I channeled visions of old-fashioned Christmases past to create a magical winter wonderland that sparkles and shines. Of course, no Kelly Elko Christmas would be…
12 Extremely Unique Christmas Charcuterie Boards!
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…
Eclectic Home Tour – Christmas at Aunt Peaches
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. Don’t miss … My Viral Gift Guide for Her Here See more Eclectic Home Tours HERE Amanda of Aunt Peaches knows Christmas trees. Over the years, she’s decked more than…
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. Don’t Miss My Viral Gift Guide For Her Here! Shiny Brite ornaments were created by American businessman Max…
Eclectic Home Tour – Finding Lovely Christmas
As a special Christmas 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 Lovely…
Eclectic Home Tour – Robb Restyle
It’s a very vintage Christmas home tour so if you love the thrill of the thrift store hunt, all things chippy and creative ideas for displaying your old finds, you’re in the right place! Today’s Eclectic Home Tour of Robb Restyle has plenty of Christmas style! Eclectic Home Tours – see them all HERE Kristy…
Favorite 10 Under $10 Christmas Decor
I gathered my favorite 10 under $10 Christmas decor items to share with you! This post contains affiliate links which means if you make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Fabric Christmas Houses Village – I have a thing for little Christmas houses and I can’t believe…
Antique Fall Mantels
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! What’s not to love about fall? The perfect weather, the colorful foliage, not to mention it’s sweater and boot season! A change of seasons is the perfect time to do a little decor refreshing. I’ve gathered some of the most beautiful fall mantels that exude coziness. So…
No Pumpkin Fall Decorating
We’ve all seen those over-the-top inspirational photos of fall porches overflowing with 195 pumpkins and mums. While those images are incredibly beautiful, they’re not attainable for most people (including myself). Last year, I sold or donated most of my fall decor and I’ve been focusing on using what I have instead of running out and…
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…
Ribbon Bow Trees – The Hottest Christmas Trend
Bows on Christmas trees are trending and I’m here for it! Think old-fashioned Christmas, Little Women inspired and very feminine. I’m talking about delicate ribbons tied up into pretty bows hanging from branch tips. Not to mention that using ribbon is a more cost effective alternative to ornaments and garland. It’s easy to personalize a…
2023 Christmas Mantel – Disco the Night Away!
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! It’s time to unveil my Christmas mantel in all it’s retro, whimsical, colorful, fun, shiny, bright, disco glory! See how I decked my mantel with dozens of disco balls, mixed in some vintage Shiny Brites, added a few little wooden houses and ceramic trees to create a…
A Very Disco Christmas!
I’m so excited to share a sneak peek of my Christmas mantel! I had so much fun making the focal point of my mantel where I combined two of my favorite things … Christmas and disco balls. I am also sharing some super fun and festive Christmas disco ball decorating ideas including disco ball trees,…
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…
How to Make Easter Jars & FREE Bunny Gift Tags
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 Table Runner
Burlap Bunny Runner
Christmas Goals – 12 Stunning Christmas Decor Ideas!
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…
Brass Bells Christmas Decor Ideas
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…