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December 15, 2011

Three Dollar Tree Wreaths

Candy Cane Dollar Tree Wreath from At The Picket Fence
Hi! Hi! Hi! We are going strong here At The Picket Fence! We’re working our way through several fun holiday crafts and projects as well as showing off our homes all decked out for Christmas!
Today we are so excited to BOTH be sharing a fun and festive Christmas craft with Lisa at the Twelve Crafty Days of Christmas Series over at Before Meets After.
Crafty Christmas
My Tale of Three (Dollar Tree) Pumpkins Project was so popular this fall, I thought I’d do a Three Dollar Tree Wreaths series as well.
Candy Cane Dollar Tree Wreath from At The Picket Fence
Because of the timeframe….can you BELIEVE Christmas is less than two weeks away?!…I decided to throw caution to the wind and feature all three wreaths in one post! I’m going to share two of them here…and then you’ll have to visit us over at Before Meets After to see the third wreath in the series!
UP FIRST! The one you’ve all been asking about..
THE DOLLAR TREE CANDY CANE WREATH
Many of you saw this one when I revealed my kitchen remodel for the Christmas in the Kitchen party…which by the way is still open for links! This was the first wreath I envisioned creating when I visited the Dollar Tree way back in November to check out their holiday items.
Candy Cane Dollar Tree Wreath from At The Picket Fence
Candy Cane Wreath

Supplies:
one white Styrofoam wreath form
9-10 packs of Dollar Tree acrylic candy canes (depending on size of wreath form)
white or iridescent glitter (optional)
white craft glue
hot glue gun and low temp glue sticks (appropriate for using on Styrofoam)
Ribbon for hanging
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Tutorial:

This wreath couldn’t have been easier! Begin by hot gluing your candy canes one at a time around your wreath.  Make sure that the ends are tight together, and ends of candy canes are right up against the opening of the wreath.  The tops of the candy canes will be farther apart then the bottom, and the first candy cane will rest on top of the next as seen in the picture below.
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When you have all of the candy canes attached, if desired apply craft glue to outer edge and inner edge of wreath and sprinkle with glitter for a pretty finish!
Candy Cane Dollar Tree Wreath from At The Picket Fence
and hang in a fun place to show off your awesome new wreath!
Candy Cane Dollar Tree Wreath from At The Picket Fence
Second, we have a wreath that is similar to one I saw floating around from Better Homes and Gardens but couldn’t find instructions on anywhere.  So I decided to create my own…and from Dollar Tree items of course!
SNOWFLAKE WREATH
Dollar Tree Snowflake Wreath from At The Picket Fence
Supplies:

Two packs of large Dollar Tree Snowflakes
Two-Three  packs of medium Dollar Tree Snowflakes
Hot Glue Gun
Ribbon for hanging
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Tutorial:

1.  Begin by laying out your largest snowflakes to create a rough circle the size you would like for your wreath.  Hot glue the points of the wreaths together, with the largest points out.
2.  Once the glue has dried, begin layering your smaller snowflakes on top of the large ones in a pattern that is pleasing to you.  Once you have them where you like them, hot glue them to the bottom snowflakes and to each other until they are firmly attached.
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Add an additional layer until you like your overall design.
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Once the glue has dried wrap wreath with a wide ribbon in the color of your choice and hang!
Dollar Tree Snowflake Wreath from At The Picket Fence
I hung this wreath over my Framed Chalkboard in my dining room…Let It Snow!!
and last but certainly not least…
The Jingle Bell Wreath
Dollar Tree Jingle Bell Wreath from At The Picket Fence
So do you wanna see how I made this one?  Well you’ll have to head over to Before Meets After to see the tutorial.
Vanessa will also be sharing these gorgeous knock off stacked candlesticks!
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So meet us over there, and learn how to make these two fabulous holiday projects!  We’re looking forward to sharing our fun Christmas crafts with you!
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  1. debbie refresh restyle says

    December 14, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Dollar Store Diva’s that what we are! You really know how to create beauty! Love it all!
    Debbie

    Reply
  2. It's All Connected says

    December 14, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    I have a feeling we’ll be seeing the candy cane wreath all over blogland and Pinterest! I know I’m pinning it! Maureen

    Reply
  3. Debbie says

    December 14, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    Pinnnnnning!

    Of course, if I recall the Dollar Tree pumpkin projects, my lame DT didn’t even have the pumpkins so I was left with craft envy.

    But I’m still pinning, by gum.

    Reply
  4. Gloria Fox @ Potentially Beautiful says

    December 14, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    Love the snowflake one.

    Reply
  5. Laura Koo says

    December 14, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    Beautiful, and easy too! This inspires me to give it a try!

    Reply
  6. Maria Elena says

    December 14, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    Love them! I sure will be making some of these wreaths for next year!
    Thank you so much for showing us how to do it.

    Reply
  7. janet says

    December 14, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    What great ideas..They are beautiful and economical..

    Reply
  8. michelle says

    December 14, 2011 at 7:14 PM

    Heather those are adorable!! I love the snowflake one and where you hung it.
    Happy holidays!!!
    xoxo

    Reply
  9. Marcia says

    December 14, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    LOVE them all! I got a little desperate and attempted to make the candy cane one last Saturday before your tutorial. It was okay but I love your overlapped arches. Now I have to try the snowflake one. 🙂
    Much love!!

    Reply
  10. NanaDiana says

    December 14, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    How darling. I love all 3 of them. Wonderful ideas and nice tutorials! xo Diana

    Reply
  11. Upscale Downhome says

    December 14, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I absolutely love your dollar store wreaths! I can’t even pick a favorite but I going to share them on Facebook and Twitter. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  12. Kelly says

    December 14, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Gosh, you’ve got my head spinning with ideas. It looks like you can make a wreath out of just about anything! I didn’t realize those candycanes weren’t real. The dollar store seems to be a great place to find affordable materials for these projects. Thanks for the tutorials.

    Reply
  13. JodieMo says

    December 15, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    How stinking adorable are these?!! Can you come decorate my house please? And bring your hot glue gun, mine was lost in the move. 🙂

    Reply
  14. Eclectically Vintage says

    December 15, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    LOVE the snowflake wreath! Pinning!
    Kelly

    Reply
  15. Marigene says

    December 15, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    I ♥ the candy cane wreath, it will never go out of style!

    Reply
  16. Dayle says

    December 15, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Love these, especially the candy cane wreath.

    Reply
  17. Judy says

    December 15, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    You are the Queen of Wreaths. Seriously creative. I will be heading over to check out how to make that third wreath. They are all gorgeous.

    Reply
  18. Cindy says

    December 15, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    Love, love, love!! Especially the candy cane wreath! I’m your newest follower!
    Cindy @ Art, Books, Tea

    Reply
  19. Pamela says

    December 15, 2011 at 1:14 AM

    These are fabulous ladies!! I must run down to ours Dollar store and see if I can find some of those candy canes!

    Reply
  20. Betsy@ coastal-colors says

    December 15, 2011 at 1:59 AM

    These are awesome! I just love the Dollar Store! Thanks for sharing such great ideas!

    Reply
  21. Ruby Jean says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:01 AM

    Okay I think the first time I saw this Wreath.. I thought those were REAL candy canes and I was ready to eat one… Thankfully I didn’t take a bite I might of Chipped a tooth in the process… 🙂 This wreath came out So VERY lovely and just POPS so beautifully that you can’t help but stare… 🙂 Thank you for linking up at my party… 🙂

    Reply
  22. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home says

    December 15, 2011 at 2:39 AM

    Love these wreaths…so creative!!!

    Reply
  23. Vickie @ Ranger 911 says

    December 15, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    I am in love with the candy cane wreath!!! And I’m your newest follower.

    Reply
  24. Christie says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Heather, this is awesome and makes me smile every time I see it! I saw those candy canes at Michael’s and wanted to grab to recreate this, but I have SO overspent my decor budget!! I will be watching for the after Xmas sales! My kids would love it! thanks! Christie

    Reply
  25. Melody of chattychics.com says

    December 15, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Adorable! They are so cute! Great job! I want to go hang out with you girls!
    Melody
    chattychics.com

    Reply
  26. Marianne says

    December 16, 2011 at 2:15 AM

    Don’t know what I would do without that Dollar Tree. My entire home is decorated with those lovely snowflakes this year. ANd your wreaths are just gorgeous ladies!
    Marianne 🙂

    Reply
  27. trumatter says

    December 16, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    This is Fabulous Heather. I will try the snow flake wreath. It’s soooo beautiful.

    Reply
  28. Beansieleigh says

    December 16, 2011 at 1:11 PM

    The wreaths you made are beautiful, and really do look like fun and easy to make! Thanks so much for sharing how, and hope you’re enjoying this holiday season! ~tina

    Reply
  29. Blessed Serendipity says

    December 16, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Love both of your wreaths but the candy cane is my favorite. Very cute ideas.

    Danielle

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  30. PitterAndGlink says

    December 31, 2011 at 2:44 AM

    Beautiful!

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    I just made all 3 of these wreaths, on the snowflake I added some mini bells randomly around the snowflake and it made even more beautiful then before!!!! awesome thanks for the share

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I’m never.going.back to stressful, time-consumin I’m never.going.back to stressful, time-consuming seasonal decorating. When I think back on the years where I would feel all of the pressure to come up with something fresh and creative I’m seriously embarrassed. Truly. Because it was such a waste. A waste of my time, my energy, my resources. Something clicked with me a few years ago. I was just done. I needed to simplify. I needed to not spend an obscene amount of time looking at fireplace mantels on Pinterest and trying to figure out how to make mine look amazing. I needed to put it all in the proper place in my heart and my mind. Which meant, it had to go waaaaayyyy down on the priority list. So far down it almost wasn’t on it. And I needed to confess to the Lord that I had allowed it to become an idol. 

Yes, I want to have a home that I enjoy. Yes, I love pretty things. But something really amazing happened when I finally released it all. When I decided to not give into the pressure and panic I would feel when I would scroll through my Instagram feed. When I just laid it all down and said…enough. There was this incredible irony in it. Because, the less time I took to decorate my home for each season, the more I found myself loving the results. I think that all along I had just been getting in my own way. It’s really taken a lot of time and prayer for me to finally be at a place where even though I still struggle with insecurities and I still have doubts from time to time, I’m becoming increasingly more confident in who God created me to be. And, just like my home, I’m finding that as I relax into myself, letting go of the comparisons and the pressure, the more I can actually lean into the calling He has placed on my life. 🍂

Leave a comment if you can relate! 

#wearethehomemakers #homemaking
“As the alluring song of September begins to whi “As the alluring song of September begins to whisper in my ear, my passionate spirit yearns for the splendor of its promise.” (Peggy Toney Horton)

Happy September dear friends! While I’m not quite ready to let go of summer and I plan to make the most out of the lingering, warm days, I’ll admit to starting to think about my fall decor this year. And one way to get inspired is to take a look back at previous years. Here’s just a glimpse at some of the ways I’ve welcomed Autumn to my home! 🍂

#september #falldecorating #falldecor #falldecoratingideas #wearethehomemakers
Labor Day weekend might mean that we’re turning Labor Day weekend might mean that we’re turning the corner and getting closer to fall but I’m not quite ready to let summer go. So I’ll just be over here continuing to whip up some super simple summer meals for my family that frankly can be enjoyed in any season. These shrimp rolls I made the other night were definitely a hit and would be great for any of your upcoming holiday weekend gatherings!

Shrimp Rolls 🍤

Ingredients
1-2 lbs of shrimp that is peeled, deveined and tail off (If using frozen make sure it’s thawed completely)
1/3 cup mayonnaise 
1/2 of a lemon
2 Tbsps chopped scallions
1 Tbsp chopped dill
1 Tbsp chopped Italian parsley
1 Tsp of Old Bay seasoning (more if you like!)
pinch of sea salt and pinch of black pepper
Hoagie Rolls
Softened butter

Directions: Gently pat the shrimp with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Roughly chop the shrimp and place in a bowl. Add mayonnaise, squeeze half of lemon and stir to combine before adding in the scallions, dill and parsley. Stir to combine and then add the additional seasonings. Spread butter on hoagie rolls and toast in the oven until lightly browned. Pile on the shrimp mixture and enjoy! 

#shrimproll #foodie #weeknightdinner #easydinner #seafoodlover
Today has been a very Monday-ish kind of Monday. W Today has been a very Monday-ish kind of Monday. We woke up to the sound of chainsaws and rushed downstairs to find that our backyard neighbors were having two of the huge trees that line our shared fence removed. These trees have been here longer than the neighborhood and no, they weren't dead or causing damage to roofs, foundations, etc. They were beautiful and gave us wonderful privacy. We had no notice of this happening so this came as quite a shock. Because we were given no notice, we didn't have the chance to cover our outdoor furniture or plants and everything is now coated in a thick layer of sawdust including the fresh bark we recently put in the garden beds. And now our lovely privacy is gone, replaced by a direct view of an above ground pool and RV. I know, I know, it's totally a first world, privileged kind of problem to have. But, now we have to spend thousands of dollars on plants to try and recapture some semblance of privacy. Now we have days worth of clean up to do after we had JUST done a massive freshening up of our backyard. My overarching feeling has just been weariness at the way our world is today.

I think about how often we try to do right by people, to be respectful and courteous. To be thoughtful and considerate. And it’s not reciprocated. How its starting to seem more and more like people have just given up on those seemingly small niceties. And my soul just feels heavy. Because I feel like so much of what used to be common courtesy is not so common anymore. Drivers on the roads are angrier and more reckless than ever before. Red lights being run are an everyday occurrence around town. On our recent family vacation, I heard more people using the F word out in public than ever before even while around children. Where are manners? Where is kindness? I'm finding myself being surprised when someone is thoughtful because it seems like a rarity. And that's just all on a micro, local level. Don't even get me started on the insanity in our world/culture. After I returned from grocery shopping (which can also be soul crushing), I found myself desperate for a reminder of the truth. 

*Part 2 continued in the comments.*
How often is it in our lives that we don’t fully How often is it in our lives that we don’t fully grasp our strengths or our weaknesses until we are put to the test? Little did I know how much I would love my role as a wife, mother and homemaker until I became one. And that in my endeavor to do those roles to the best of my ability, it would bring to the forefront gifts and talents and blessings that I use outside of these walls.

As I water others, I’m watered too because it brings such joy to care for those around me. But it can also make me see more clearly the areas in which I’m lacking and be a very humbling reminder of how much I still need to grow and learn.

Proverbs 11:25 says, “Whoever brings blessing will be enriched and one who waters will himself be watered.”

Have you done any ‘watering’ of others this week? How has it blessed and ‘watered’ you in return?
“Mom, this is one of my favorite meals that you “Mom, this is one of my favorite meals that you make.” Statements like this from my kids fill me with so much joy and such a sense of assurance that my role as the maker of this home is one that makes an impact on them in both big and small ways. It’s not just sheet pan shrimp boil. 

It’s nourishment
It’s time together around the table
It’s laughing as we try to get the butter sauce out of the pan
It’s a memory
It’s an imprint on their lives 

The ordinary act of making a meal becomes EXTRAordinary. And I try to keep that in mind as I do this task day in and day out, year after year. 

***

Ingredients: 
1 pound baby red or yellow potatoes
Green beans or corn (4 ears cut in half) whichever you prefer
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
1/2 tsp coarse sea salt and pinch of black pepper 
1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 (12.8-ounce) package smoked andouille sausage, thinly sliced
Crusty bread for dipping 

Directions:
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray. In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook potatoes until just tender, about 10 minutes. Put potatoes, shrimp, sausage and green beans or corn on baking sheet. Pour butter over top. Sprinkle with old bay seasoning and salt and pepper. Mix well to combine. Bake for about 12 minutes or until shrimp is pink. 

#shrimpboil #sheetpandinner #sheetpanmeals #homemaking
Temperatures in the 100’s call for fresh and lig Temperatures in the 100’s call for fresh and light cocktails! My husband is my own built in bartender and he put this together the other night. 

2 jiggers of gin (you could also use vodka) 
*you should do a jig when using a jigger 😉*
Crushed ice 
Grapefruit tonic 
Squirt of lime 
Sprig of mint 

Easy and so refreshing!! ☀️

#cocktails #summercocktails
There is something magical about the late summer e There is something magical about the late summer evenings. Maybe it’s because we have a greater sense of the fact that these long days are slowly shortening and we want to savor them as much as we can. I know I intend to do just that. 

I hope you’re having a wonderful August so far dear friends!
Variations of this recipe are on repeat at our hou Variations of this recipe are on repeat at our house all summer long. We’re big on the ‘build your own’ method of making dinner especially on very hot days. Simplicity for the win! 
#recipes #easydinner #easydinnerideas #homemaking
In music, rhythm is a regular repetition or a grou In music, rhythm is a regular repetition or a grouping of beats. No matter what else a piece of music has in terms of its pitch or tone, the rhythm never changes. Its the stabilizing force and brings order to a composition that would be completely chaotic without it.

The same can be said of rhythms in our lives and in our homes. When everything else feels out of control, rhythms and patterns provide us with stability and something that we can rely upon to give us a sense of security in a very insecure world. But, too often, we associate the rhythmic things we do in our lives as merely tasks to be gotten through rather than gifts which provide much-needed balance.

Whether it’s making the coffee every night before we go to bed or doing my devotional in the morning before the rest of the house wakes up or watering my garden, these simple tasks provide a rhythm to my day that is truly grounding. 

What’s something that you do that you would classify as a rhythm or pattern in your week?
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