sharing my passion for all things home
I'm not one to make New Year's resolutions but I definitely come up with a list of projects for my home each year. And, much to my husband's dismay, I never have a shortage of projects! Lucky for him, I only recruit his muscle once in awhile. (Smile.) Here's a quick run-down of what's on my radar in 2013: Figure out a solution for my … [Read more...]
I have made a lot of changes to my home this year and have shared many of them here on my blog (I've only been blogging about 5 months). It's fun looking back to see what I've accomplished, so I'm doing a "year in review" of my favorite projects of 2012. Click on the headings if you want to read the original posts.1. Ordinary Closet Turned "Mud … [Read more...]
I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! My holiday was (and still is) very busy and full of family.Hopefully, you have noticed something different here at Lilacs & Longhorns -- my new blog design!To celebrate the start of a new year and the fact that I have now been blogging regularly for more than 5 months, I'm updating and upgrading the look … [Read more...]
Holiday traditions are a big deal around here. It all starts with setting up the tree and my kids are always eager to help decorate. They love opening up the ornament box and finding all of our cherished ornaments. We have a lot of hand-made and sentimental ornaments. I posted about our Christmas tree earlier this season. We also love to … [Read more...]
It's feature time! Thank you all for linking up to the Winter Wonders & Holiday Happenings Link Party! Claiming Our Space along with Black Fox Homestead, Life with the Hawleys, Practically Functional, The Thrifty Rebel, Yellow Spool and myself are sharing our favorite link-ups today! We have each selected two projects/recipes to feature … [Read more...]
I haven't done as much Christmas baking as I like to do this year. Unfortunately, we've had a case of the flu around here and it's slowed down all my usual Christmas cooking baking and prepping (not to mention blogging). It looks like we're getting back to health (fingers crossed) and I'm finally getting around to posting about the two kinds of … [Read more...]
It is just not possible for me to let today pass without saying something about what happened yesterday. Yes, I posted a Christmas gift post earlier. It seems so frivolous compared to the events of yesterday. But, I guess life must go on. However, it does so with deep heaviness and sorrow in my heart. I cannot even begin to imagine what those … [Read more...]
This holiday season I found loads of great Christmas gift ideas for anyone and everyone on the Internet so I thought I would share them with you. Here are easy, thoughtful Christmas gift ideas that could work for friends, teachers, family or host/hostesses:Gifts for Anyone:A Berry Basket:I love this idea and if you click on the source link, you … [Read more...]
Do any of you watch "Million Dollar Decorators" on Bravo? I don't know where I've been but I just now realized that the show is back on for it's second season. Actually, it could be their third season for all I know because I just now tuned in after being a faithful watcher the first season Million Dollar Decorators was on.Like the Real … [Read more...]
I think our Christmas tree is my family's absolute favorite Christmas decoration. Sure, they love the outdoor Christmas lights, their Christmas stockings and the Elf on the Shelf, but the first thing they immediately ask about after Thanksgiving is the Christmas tree. "When are we going to put up the tree?!" And, as much … [Read more...]
Have you seen all the beautiful holiday home tours in blogland the past few days? There is so much eye candy out there it's been hard not to get caught up in it all and stay on the computer forever! Today, I'm tearing myself away to show you my dining room all dressed up in it's holiday best. I only set the table for four today, but on the … [Read more...]
How about a little break from all the Christmas talk and we take some time for some decorating inspiration!You know I love beautiful, casual, country decor so I'm thrilled that Mari from the Arcadian Home blog is guest posting here today about that very subject! Enjoy the beautiful decorating inspiration she's sharing here today: Hello, everyone! … [Read more...]
Today is a big day around here. I'm co-hosting my first linky party, ever! Woo hoo! Welcome to the Winter Wonders and Holiday Happenings Link Party! December is here and that means Hanukkah, Christmas and Kwanzaa are right around the corner so it is the perfect time to share all your delicious holiday dishes and decor, along with your favorite … [Read more...]
For years I have kept the Christmas cards we receive in a little sleigh-shaped basket that sits by the fireplace. Inevitably, my kids end up using it for their stuffed animals as though it's Malibu Barbie's convertible. So, even though my kiddos are outgrowing that stage, I really wanted to do something different this year. … [Read more...]
