52mantels.com Website Review

Initially, when I picked this dresser, I'd planned on using it in our master bedroom for my hubby's stuff. But, alas, it hasn't quite made it out of the living room! I've just enjoyed having the extra storage and extra area to decorate in our living room! Since it's Christmas time, I've styled it for the holidays! I'm loving the metallics and creams this year, as you can see! I topped the dresser with an antique window and added some lights and fresh garland. So festive! I'm sure you'd like to see what it looked like prior to Christmas, huh? After the baby shower, I clear the desserts (yum, by the way!) and topped the dresser with a lamp and some pretty accessories. I love having this piece in the living room, because the storage is great! In fact, the drawers quickly became toy storage for my One day, I will probably move this beautiful piece of furniture to our master, like planned. But, for now, I'll enjoy it right where it is!! I love the idea of using something intended for the one purpose in a whole new way, don't you? I've even dedicated a pinterest board to What furniture pieces do you use in unexpected ways? I'd love to hear your creative ideas!! First of all...HAPPY THANKSGIVING! What a great day to be with friends and family and take a moment to give voice to all the many This holiday season finds me with a house under construction (yay to a kitchen and master bath remodel!!), so my Christmas decor will be sparse this year. But, there are a few things I didn't share with you last year, like this tutorial for picture frame ornaments that I guest This particular project started with Dollar Spot finds (from last year, alas). But, similar stuff is often found in dollar bins at Target and Michaels. Promise! Don't you just LOVE dollar bins? 2) Cut scrapbook paper to fit inside of frame 3) Use alphabet stickers to write Christmas words (Joy, Peace, Love, 5) Place scrapbook piece inside frame 6) Hot glue a length of twine to the backside of frame