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easy painted fall trees {a kids craft}

September 13, 2017

This simple kids craft is perfect for fall! Kids of any age can paint these fall trees, perfect for canvases or blank cards!

These easy painted trees is the perfect fall craft for kids of all ages. My kids made their trees onto blank notecards to give to their friends, but use a canvas for a unique art piece you can enjoy year round!

Here’s what you need…

Materials:

Craft Paint
Blank Notecards or Canvas
Various Items for Painting

We experimented with several household items to make our fall foliage: balled up aluminum foil, shelf liner secured with a rubber band, and a bundle of Q-tips. Pour paint onto a paper plate, dip your item of choice, and experiment!

So simple, so colorful and so fun! The kids had a ball making these (and I did, too).

Thanks for reading all about our easy kids’ painted fall trees! Have a great day!

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free fall printables {gather}

September 7, 2017

Free fall printables featuring the phrase “gather”, and lovely watercolor wreaths. Easy and inexpensive fall home decor!

I love fall, and I love these simple fall printables, featuring the phrase “gather.” Perfect for your fall mantle, gallery wall, or anyplace else where you want to add a touch of autumnal decor!

“gather” printable-chalkboard

“gather” printable-white

Our printables are so easy to download and print out. Just follow these steps:

Click on the printable(s) you’d like to download, and save to your computer.
Send to your favorite photo printer to have printed on either matte cardstock or photo glossy paper (at-home printing is, of course, an option, but I find professional printers usually print colors and images more vividly and clearly).
Printables print best at 8×10.
Frame, display (or gift!) and admire!

I often get asked about what frames I use for the art around my home–this set of 7 solid wood frames is my go-to; you can see them in action in this gallery wall post! Basically, I love frames that are white, flat, and matted. Simple, in my opinion, is best!

Thanks for reading all about our fall wreath printable art!

If you’re looking for year-round, non-holiday art for your home, these free printables from burlap+blue may be just what you’re looking for.

Thanks for reading all about my free fall printables {gather}! Have a fantastic day!

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painted pumpkin idea {easy sharpie-painted pumpkin}

September 6, 2017

No art skills necessary! This painted pumpkin idea uses paint markers and is so simple, even a beginner can do it. If you’re looking for an easy way to decorate pumpkins, you’re in the right place.

Fall is here, and what better way to celebrate than with an easy painted pumpkin! I’m serious when I say, no art skills are necessary. All you need is a white pumpkin, Sharpie paint markers, and about an hour!

Start by using your paint markers to make floral shapes around your pumpkin. Color in and let dry.

Take a different color marker (I used these paint markers, which have a finer point), and draw little curved dashes around your flowers, simulating petals. Take a green paint marker and draw simple curved lines for vines, and oval leaf shapes.

Such a fun and easy way to add a dose of fall decor to your home!

Be sure to check out our fall archives for more easy crafts and printables!

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how to arrange flowers

August 16, 2017

One of my favorite parts of fall is the gorgeous array of fall blooms available. I love the colors and textures of fall flowers, especially mums, and I couldn’t wait to add some of these beauties to my home. This arranging technique is easy, and requires minimal materials. Let’s get started…

Materials:
foam floral ball
mum stems (you can use any flower you want, though)
vase
scissors
skewer

Step 1: Gather your supplies, and soak your floral ball in water. This doesn’t take long, the foam quickly absorbed the water I added to the bowl.

Step 2: Trim your flowers, leaving about an inch or so of stem on each flower. I found my mum bushes at Kroger…and they were on sale for $2.99…I bought two, but actually only used one.

Step 3: Place your ball into your vase, and start inserting the flowers into the foam. I found that they went in easier if I used a wooden skewer to pre-make the holes. Depending on how thick your stems are, this may not be necessary.

Keep going….you’re almost there….

And that’s it! Super simple, and such a fun dose of color and texture for your fall home decor!

Thanks for reading, have a fantastic day!

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best fall farmhouse finds from amazon

August 14, 2017

Fall is almost here! Looking to add a bit of Fixer Upper style to my home, I searched amazon for rustic, well-priced goods and was surprised at how much there was to fall in love with. Today, I’m sharing my favorites with you!

When you’re done being inspired, be sure to check out this post with lots of wall art ideas inspired by Fixer Upper, and this post for free, farmhouse style printable art!

Perfect for displaying wreaths, or just adding some texture to your walls, tobacco baskets are a staple of farmhouse-style decor!

A vintage-style farmhouse sign for under $12? Sold! Love this rustic sign perfect for almost any space in the home.

These handmade, whitewash wood signs are perfect as a gift…or to add a bit of farmhouse style to youru own home!

Striped pillow covers for under $5? PERFECT! Pillows are such an easy way to change out your decor, and at this price, you can add farmhouse decor to your home for less!

Speaking of pillows, this “be our guest” pillow is inexpensive and perfect for your guest room!

Blue glass vases go with any decor style, and this glass vase is a great shape and at a great price point!

Love this gorgeous dandelion canvas print…many designs are available for under $20!

A trio of rustic, ceramic white bottles is perfect for a bookshelf, centerpiece, or anywhere you’d like a bit of farmhouse style.

I can think of so many uses for this gorgeous, Fixer Upper-style wood and metal rustic caddy!

I’d love to know…what did I miss? Share your favorite Fall farmhouse style decor items in the comments!