DIY: Tinsel Tree

Another easy DIY project for the holidays!  Rue Magazine's latest edition featured this retro Christmas tree which I duped for cheap, cheap.  Unfortunately, I didn't have any feather boas on hand (that will need to change) so I used a glittery white mini tree skirt instead.  I found the tree at a local gift shop but I've seen similar ones at Target.  The string of pearls and mini ball ornaments are also available at Target for around $8.

Rue Magazine Tinsel Tree 

And this colorful little guy is perched on a desk in my office

Also, be sure to download Rue Mag's adorable stationary...drink tags, party invites and gift tags (pictured below) all free here in their latest issue.  

 

DIY: Holiday Wreaths

I saw this little DIY another blog and am so bummed because can't remember where to give credit!  Pottery Barn is selling gorgeous holiday wreaths that start at $80, but you can make them yourself (it's easy, I promise!) for a fraction of the price.  I put this little piece together last night with materials that only cost $20.  All it takes is a little time and you've got yourself a handmade holiday wreath that looks just as fabulous at PB's.

Here are the materials you will need to recreate this particular wreath (keep in mind, you can always change the colors or get a tinsel one...get creative!).  You can find these items pretty much anywhere... Michael's, Target, Pike's Nursery:

1. Green wreath
2. Red ball ornaments
3. Silver ball ornaments
4. Green (or matching color of your wreath) ornament hooks

Attach the ornaments to the wreath and try to affix them closer to the base of the stems.  That way the tops of the ornaments don't show as much.  You can also tweak them by simply twisting the ornaments clockwise to tighten things up.

 Pottery Barn Wreath

Handmade Wreath

Ornate Wall Frame

LOVE this ornate Ung Drill frame from Ikea ($29) and LOVE even more the idea of painting the standard black color to a bright white as mentioned here on ApartmentTherapy.com.  Turquoise could be really splashy and fun, too!  Buy multiples and hang next to one another.  Weekend project!

Credits: here

Goldfish Condo

Featured in Daily Candy, this modern-style fish condo created by a college student, is a great way to offer a trendy new home to your aquatic friends. 

Find them here for $25.