Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle, no trees or vacuums were harmed in this un-tinseling 😉Everyone said taking the tinsel off of our Christmas tree would be absolutely terrible…I’m not sure how most people complete this task but I can tell you a vacuum makes un-tinseling a tree a breeze! It took me less than 7 minutes to remove all the tinsel & now I can enjoy my bare tree into January ✨ because bare trees count as winter decor in my book ☺️I shared a bunch of tips & tricks for how to decorate for winter (not Christmas) here -> https://southernyankeediy.com/projects/diy-decor/after-christmas-decorating-ideas-cozy-winter-decor/ How have you seen tinsel removed?
Buying upholstered furniture or rugs off of Facebook marketplace can be scary!But it doesn’t have to be if you have a good upholstery cleaner which I didn’t have when I bought these six upholstered chairs off Facebook marketplace…I did buy one though after I got them home 😉If you watched the video & saw the dirty water tank at the end you know this was the right decision 😅There are a lot of upholstery cleaners out there & after many investigative hours spent researching & reading reviews I went with the Bissell Green Hydrosteam Upholstery Cleaner (completely unsponsored btw) ✨I shared my brutally honest review, all the pros & cons + some tips for cleaning upholstery here -> https://southernyankeediy.com/projects/diy-decor/my-honest-review-of-bissell-green-hydrosteam-upholstery-cleaner/ What is something in your home that desperately needs a cleaning? 😂
To fill it ❤️
That was my vision for this Children’s Ministry room when we renovated it last year.
This is still one of my favorite rooms makeovers to date ☺️
Christmas in a pot? Oh, you bet! 🎄✨ This simmer pot has everything you need to make your home smell like Santa’s workshop—cinnamon sticks, oranges, cranberries, and a sprinkle of merry. Toss it on the stove, let it bubble, and suddenly you’re living in a Hallmark movie. Perfect for setting the mood for decorating, wrapping gifts, or just soaking in the season. Who needs a clean house when you can have a Christmas smelling house 😉 that’s my motto for the rest of the year! ✨You can find this recipe, links to everything I used & more simmer pot recipes here -> https://southernyankeediy.com/projects/diy-decor/homemade-christmas-decorations-that-dont-look-cheap/ ✨ What’s your favorite simmer pot scent?
We finally made a Christmas diy I have been seeing everywhere!These sweet little fresh rosemary wreaths smell amazing & look so cute! They would look perfect hanging in the kitchen, on a Christmas tablescape, or even paired with a gift tag ☺️Would you try making one of these?
Deck the halls with flameless glow ✨—because nothing says warm and cozy like candles that won’t be a danger to your holiday cheer! 🎄 I love real candles but I love candles that can be set with a timer even more 😂 every night at 5pm our flameless candles turn our home into a cozy Christmas wonderland! Here’s my favorite finds to keep your spaces merry and safe all season long -> https://liketk.it/4YWQL 🎁🕯️Do you like flameless candles or prefer the real ones?
Just a reminder that it’s completely acceptable to show up with a homemade-ish dessert tomorrow…I won’t tell anyone, I pinky promise 😉Are you hosting thanksgiving or just bringing a dish or just bringing yourself?
Turning simple oranges into holiday magic! 🍊✨ There’s something so warm and cozy about a homemade dried orange slice garland—perfect for adding a natural touch to your holiday decor.Here’s how to make your own:1️⃣ Slice oranges thinly (about 1/4 inch).2️⃣ Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove extra moisture.3️⃣ Arrange them on a baking sheet with parchment paper and bake at 200°F - 210°F for 3-4 hours, flipping every 30 minutes.4️⃣ Once cooled, string them on twine or ribbon, add a dap of hot glue to keep them in place.Hang it on your tree, drape it across your mantel, or add it to a wreath for all the sentimental charm. It’s easy and smells amazing while it bakes! 🎄✨🍊Check out the complete tutorial at https://southernyankeediy.com/projects/budget-decor/make-diy-dried-orange-garland-the-quick-way/ 🍊Have you ever used orange garland in your Christmas decor? ⬇️ #DIYHolidayDecor #OrangeGarland
Have a bunch of last year’s wrapping paper leftover? Now you have cute napkin rings perfect for your Thanksgiving or Christmas tablescape!Here are 5 more ways you can repurpose scrap wrapping paper:-Use this same tutorial to make gift bows-Make DIY gift tags-Frame it for easy holiday art -Cut out fun shapes or letters & make a banner -Use square sheets as placemats ✨Save this reel so you don’t end up with a closet full of scrap wrapping paper 😉What other ways do you like to make use out of scrap wrapping paper? ⬇️
Did you guess right? After weeks of searching I finally found the most perfect entryway table from Walmart! This is not an AD either I just really love this table 😂The fluted detail on the drawers is perfection & the best part is it was only $269!✨here’s the link to the table -> https://walmrt.us/48DiK0d Stay tuned for the rest of this staircase/entryway reveal happening later this week! Do you like the original or the new entryway table best? ⬇️ #walmartfinds #affiliate
Crafting Christmas magic with a touch of nostalgia ✨🎄 Soft blues, delicate ribbons, and charming vintage-inspired ornaments bring timeless charm to this cozy corner. Sometimes, it’s the simplest details that spark the warmest memories✨You can see how we made our own star garland in our stories & I’ll save it to our Christmas 2024 highlight! Shop our tree here -> https://liketk.it/4Xpva
