DIY Faux Wooden Stocking Hack Tutorial I am a consummate DIY re-creator...if I see something I want, but cannot afford or find, I set about making my own version. When I first saw this image of … [Read more...]

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written by Rebecca E. Parsons
DIY Faux Wooden Stocking Hack Tutorial I am a consummate DIY re-creator...if I see something I want, but cannot afford or find, I set about making my own version. When I first saw this image of … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
A handmade Christmas is such a blessing for me. Creating something from nothing makes my heart sing. I created some Felted Christmas Trees from Recycled Wool Sweaters a few years ago. I updated some … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Christmas Traditions at Angel Wood Cottage I have a few unbreakable Christmas Traditions. Some involve decorating. Some involve feast and féte. Some are just between me and baby Jesus. Angel Wood … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
paid post Welcoming Rustic Beach Christmas I am an Island Girl through and through. My home decorating style could be called rustic beach casual with some boho sparkle. The first thing I design … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
OMGhoul...I love Krylon Looking Glass Paint B-O-O!!! For Halloween 2011, I created this Ghoulish Ghostly Mirror. I promised then to show you how I did it...well, for some reason I forgot to … [Read more...]
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It's just a few weeks until the official start of fall. I was browsing Hometalk (a fave hangout for DIY and crafty peeps) and found so many bountiful ways to lay a gorgeous table...many of them easy … [Read more...]
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Oh how I love a celebration!! I also love shopping Wayfair.com for any occasion. Today I have combined my two passions and created some hot picks for a cool 4th of July Celebration. Check out my … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
I have always loved color. From my wardrobe to my decorating style, color makes a statement for me. How then did I end up with a blah bedroom? This Wayfair Homemaker was compensated with a gift card … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Social Media Has Taken Over My Life Okay...I had to have a serious talk with myself last night when Groomzilla had ruffled my oh so sensitive feathers falling from my overly lacy sleeves. I was … [Read more...]
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You know I love a good party and am always looking for ideas and inspiration. This time I will feature one-of-a-kind Outdoor & Summer Party Themes and Ideas. Here are some of my new favorite party … [Read more...]
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This week at People for Others, Paul Campbell, SJ, is hosting a Week of Gratitude. Since gratitude is my word for the year, I find this especially helpful on my journey. The theme for this week is … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Oh how I want to be a farm girl. I have many backyard ideas and dreams. Every winter I begin to envision my summer backyard filled with lush fruit and veggie crops, chickens, bunnies, and living … [Read more...]
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I am participating in The Great Craft Swap with Wayfair Homemakers. Wayfair.com sent me a white European Damask 60" round tablecloth byViolet Linen to create with. And I was compensated for my craft … [Read more...]
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My lanai is my peaceful retreat. I have my morning cup of tea there. I meditate there. I spend long evenings with friends and family there. I dream about the future there. The concrete floor is … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
My pantry was a hot mess. This Wayfair Homemaker is on a mission to simplify and organize in 2015. I love browsing the pages of Wayfair.com for items to help me achieve that goal. I received … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
EPIC brings GRATITUDE for 2015. So many blessings flowed into my life in 2014. I am filled with a deep sense of gratitude for my life. One year ago, I had no idea where I would land. There was a sense … [Read more...]
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I received a copy of the book to facilitate this review. The opinions are my own. Madness, Miracles, Millions A book by Joseph Semprevivo and Larry Semprevivo For every terrible event that … [Read more...]
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It is time for feast and féte here at Angel Wood Cottage. Inspiration for my annual St. Nicholas Tea came from Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol this year.“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and … [Read more...]
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Don't you love it when things happen serendipitously? Well, that is the story here. I have been searching, scouring, on my knees crawling through dirty flea markets trying to find an arch topped … [Read more...]
written by Rebecca E. Parsons
Oh Christmas Tree - Oh Christmas Tree - Musical Christmas Tree Music is a big part of my life and family tradition. Our family is musical...singers, dancers, instrumentalists, composers. You name it, … [Read more...]