Bear with me while I get dangly decorations out of my system. Give these lovelies a try for Fall. Think about pumpkins and spice while remaining true to your one love. Spring.
$17 from Designs by Laurie.
A Greener Birthday Party
Today is my son’s twelfth birthday and I can’t help but to reflect on how things have changed in the time that he’s been on Earth. Back in 1997, I gave little thought to things like carbon footprints and e-waste. Deforestation was probably the furthest thing from my mind and I’m pretty sure that the term “upcycling” hadn’t even been invented yet.
Looking back over all of our birthday parties, it makes me cringe to think about how many decorations, trinkets and disposable tableware items I have sent to the landfill. Each of my son’s parties had a theme, and with each theme came a whole slew of coordinated plates, cups, tablecloths, napkins and banners purchased from the discount party or dollar store. As soon as the guests had departed, everything was quickly gathered into a black garbage bag and taken to the curb with little regard for the environment.
All decked out – in Orange and Black…
Hallowe’en Bunting from Pamwares
You might think I’m jumping the gun a bit – showing you Hallowe’en home decor already… But I think it’s the perfect time to start thinking about this fun fall holiday. I know that some shops on Etsy and other handmade venues will sell out of their decorations in just a couple short weeks and that other items are made to order so have some turnaround time. Before I go on, I should ask – are you a Hallowe’en person? As is the case with every tradition and holiday, we all come to it with different ideas and different levels of enthusiasm. In my little family and amongst my friends every year our approach varies. Some years we go all out with fun parties, themed cupcakes and elaborate costumes. Other years it’s enough to watch a scary movie on tv. I don’t know what the plan is this year, but my husband and I usually co-ordinate our costumes. Just a couple years ago we were Sarah Palin and John Mccain, another year the husband and wife from the Incredibles and many years ago the Genie and the Captain from I Dream of Jeannie. This time around, I’m not sure why – but I feel like we should dress up as police officers!
Spider Plate from Custom Sepia
I’d love to hear some of your Hallowe’en traditions, do you dress up still? If you have kids, do they think it’s fun, or do they prefer other holidays? At this point I love thinking ahead to our Hallowe’en celebrations in the future too. It’d be fun if we’re that family that has a great display out front of our home, both fun and a bit scary for the kids who are out trick or treating. And of course getting the kids ready for Hallowe’en – I have fond memories of picking out costumes when I was young and carving pumpkins too. For me, Hallowe’en means remembering that fun-loving side of ourselves that wants to eat candy and be someone else if only just for an evening!
Hallowe’en Sign from Nese’s Decor
