Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Using Mason Jars as Fall Decor

Photo by jjagner
Now that we can say it is officially fall, we can spice up the house with autumn decor without any hesitation. If you love to decorate as much as we do, then here are a few things that you can do around your house to ring in the season. In this blog, we're focusing on mason jar crafts and here are two worth trying:

Paint Leaf Jars 

Supplies 

  • Mason Jar
  • Glass paint
  • Disposable paper
  • Paintbrush
  • Ribbon
  • Candle (optional)

Steps 

  1. First, place your disposable paper on your work surface to prevent any paint marks.
  2. Then place your jar either on its side or upright and start painting leaves on the outside of the jar. 
  3. Be sure to use paint made specifically for glassware, that way it goes on smoothly and stays on the jar. 
  4. Wait 3 to 4 hours or until all the paint is dry. If you use thicker coats of paint, you may need to wait longer. 
  5. Once the paint is completely dry, tie a red, yellow or other fall-colored ribbon around the rim. 
Your fall jar is now complete! You can fill it with potpourri or sunflowers and use it as a dining room tablecenterpiece. Or you can drop a candle into it and use it as a lantern. 

Candle Leaf Jars

Supplies 

  • Mason Jar
  • Leaves (Fake or Real)
  • Tea candle
  • Ribbon

Steps 

  1. Grab some colorful leaves from your yard or purchase some fake fall leaves from a local crafts store and fill a Mason Jar about 3/4 full with them. 
  2. Then place a tea candle that is inside a glass holder into the jar, with the wick up. 
  3. Make sure that the candle is big enough to fit into the opening of the jar but does not fall through. If it is too small and not in a glass candle holder, it could be a fire hazard. 
  4. As a last touch, tie a colorful ribbon or piece of string around the rim of the jar.
You can use real leaves, but you'll have to frequently change them because they wither and turn brown quickly. Fake leaves will require less maintenance. Once you are finished with your jars, you can place them on your living room mantle or kitchen table for some fall lighting! 

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Home Storage Solutions

In this week's blog, we are taking a look at our selection of chests-bedroom chests, that is. These drawer chests may not be filled with treasure, but they are great as a storage solution for clothes and other items.

This multi-use chest is great to hold a TV and consoles and store other items.
Media Chest


This chest with flower handles is great for a kids room.
Add a vintage touch to any home with this Emperior Chest
This Ashley Chest is the perfect storage solution, with its multiple drawers and sleek, dark style. 
If you liked this preview of chests and would like to see more, feel free to view our online inventory here

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Autumn Inspired Furniture

The leaves are turning colors and the air is getting a little chillier, which means that fall is rapidly approaching. You can prepare your home for the season with some autumn-inspired furniture pieces. In this blog, we are highlighting some of the living room pieces that will remind anyone of fall. 

These walnut recliners are the perfect shade for the season. Plus they are great for entertaining guests or having a movie night! 

Accentuate your seating with this rustic looking, brown marble coffee table set
Put up your feet and relax by a warm fire with this burgundy colored ottoman
This "Cinnabar"sectional sofa has almost all the tones of autumn leaves! You can rearrange the pillows and change up the order too. 
Lastly, tie it all together with a fall rug, like this Marrakesh Toffee one.
If you liked these home decor pieces, you can view more of our selection online here

Thursday, September 3, 2015

September Specials

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