Polka Dot Pumpkins!

Anybody that knows me, knows I love polka dots.  I have to work pretty hard to make sure I don't have too many in my house.  But, I firmly believe that holiday decorations don't have to be subtle.  They should be still be classy, so don't go too crazy ;)  Anyway, I got inspired by the pumpkins that Deal Diva and Dudes had on her site so I decided to try my hand at them as well.

Here's how mine turned out! 

I decided that they looked best on the (yet to be redone) kitchen table.  They are the most visible there, so they bring the most joy! 

Supplies:
2 small pumkpins = $2.50
Black paint = Free (already had from redoing my living room table)
Black and white checked ribbon = $1 (half off at Hobby Lobby)
Rope = Free (already had)
Total = $3.50

That's my kind of project!!  Cheap and easy for us non artistic people. 

This weekend MR.P and I are going to just chill out.  Tonight we have a party, then spending time with friends tomorrow, watching the UGA game, and definitely some relaxing.   What are you doing this weekend??

More Fall Decorations

About a year ago MR.P and I needed some art in our little apartment.  Well we weren't sure what to do so MR.P took some pictures while we visited Burt's Pumkin Farm.  It also happens to be one of our favorite places to go with friends Gift-Ink.  We go every year with them.  Anyway, back to my point...we took the pictures and had them blown up for $5 each.  Then framed them in large Ribba frames (not available online, only in stores) from Ikea.  We liked these frames because they are similar to a shadow box.  The frames were only $19.99 each, which is a great deal for frames that large.  To "matte" them I actually used the gray paper that was already with the frame, turned it around so the writing wouldn't show and just put the picture in the center (we couldn't find mattes that were the right size). 

(now in our new house.  they frame a blank wall nicely)

(pumkins can be used year round, right?)

(this ones my fav!)

So yes, I know, this is a simple project, but sometimes we need a little direction and encouragement to frame up some of your own artwork...even if you don't feel like an artist!   So in all I spent a total of $25 on each frame including the blown up picture and fake matte.  Not too shabby!

Fall Decorating Ideas

I absolutely LOVE Fall!  I love that it has been raining for 2 weeks straight in Atlanta because it makes me feel like Fall.  It hasn't gotten my spirits down one bit...even though it's making me slightly tired:) 

I am always in need of some inexpensive Fall decorating Ideas.  This one is by far my favorite.  I mean how cute are those polka dots?  Super cheap as well.  I can't wait to try this!

This idea is also really cute. You could use your free monogram if you win the giveaway:)  I think both of these projects are under $10.  So send me your pictures if you try these!

Both photos are from here.

MR.P (Actually his real initials) and I went on a date on Friday night and just happened to stroll through Pottery Barn.  Well I wasn't expecting to be scared while in there, but when I saw this I about jumped out of my skin!

Definitely shouldn't have been scared, but I was:(  I don't suggest buying these this since it might scare guests...that's why I didn't list the price:)

I also saw this tea light holder while at Target.  Only $17.99.  Not too bad for a cute center piece. 

I also suggest browsing through the dollar section at your local Target.  They had some of the cutest tin baskets for decorating!  And you just can't find a better deal than $1!

Oh and don't forget to buy your pumpkin spice candle for the new fall!  I bought mine @ Target for $5:) 

Anyway, Happy Fall!  MR.P and I have lots planned for the fall.  We are helping my little sister get ready for her Jr. Homecoming this coming Saturday.  Then vising my sister in Macon as well as visiting old friends in Nasheville, TN.  We are trying to plan a fun weekend getaway.  We haven't had a trip with just the 2 of us since our honeymoon.  So we definitely need some time away.  I think as Christians, it's important that we have alone time with our spouses away from home (every once in a while).  That way we aren't tempted to clean the house, do yard work, or anything other than just spend time with each other.  We are still young, so we can't do these lavish trips, but renting a cabin for a few nights is definitely possible.  And definitely worth it:)