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February 22, 2019

DIY Floral Centerpiece for Any Birthday Bash

Birthdays are the best excuse to celebrate someone for . . . well, just being them! Whether you want to throw the biggest birthday bash for yourself, your children, or any other special loved one, you want to make sure it’s nothing short of festive. When it comes to planning an upcoming birthday party, you probably have a long list of things you have to get done before the big day. You can always hit up your local party supply store to cover your birthday decoration bases, but if you want to get extra creative, adding a personal touch with your very own DIY birthday centerpiece is a fun, thoughtful way to do it. Whether you are a well-seasoned DIY’er or only dabbled with a few projects in the past, this project is sure to impress! Check out the steps below to create your very own DIY whimsical birthday table scape with some #BouqLove💐   Materials: Flowers (we recommend bright blooms like daisies or carnations) Glass bottles Mod Podge or gesso Acrylic paint Tissue paper Twine (or rubber bands) Scissors Butcher’s paper Paint brushes Painter’s tape   Paint your bottles Step 1: Paint Mod Podge or gesso on your glass […]

February 21, 2019

The Ultimate Guide to Spring Cleaning in 2019

It’s that time of year again: temperatures rise slowly but surely, you start opening your windows to let in a cool draft, your scarves return to the back of the closet, and there’s just an air of freshness everywhere you seem to go. It’s springtime, which gives all of us the perfect opportunity to turn over a new leaf! Spring cleaning is the best way to make sure our space is spick-and-span and keep us as happy as anyone can be in their homes. For a lot of us, cleaning can seem like quite the task, but we can assure you that it’s super rewarding to see all the wonderful fruit of your labor! So without further ado, here’s a few of our spring cleaning tips for the upcoming season:   Clean the windows One of the best things you can do to brighten up your home and welcome in the sunnier days is to make sure your windows are cleaner than ever. So be sure to wipe down all the windows in your home to let even more light filter in! You can even replace all your curtains into sheer ones to make sure you catch as many rays […]

February 13, 2019

How To Make Your Own #GirlPower Protest Signs

This Galentine’s Day is all about getting active with your girls, and we’ve got you covered with a craft that makes a statement – literally. Fresh, feminine and eye-catching, these DIY floral protest signs are sure to turn a few heads. Best of all they’re fun to make and let your girls express themselves at local Women’s Marches and community events. If these DIY floral protest signs are speaking your language, here’s a look at how to do it 👇 Materials: Poster board Glue gun Shears Your favorite flowers Directions: Cut your flowers down to the buds and discard the stems. Try to get as close to the bud as possible because this is the part of the flower that’s going to adhere to your poster board and you want the blooms to be flush to the board. Arrange your flowers in the shape of your choosing. This is a great time to be creative and make your own shape or embellish an existing design. A Venus symbol or peace sign are popular options, but we went with a red rose heart so we can show our love. Once all of the flowers are in place, it’s time to start […]

February 13, 2019

Tips on Decorating Your Space with Houseplants

With indoor house plants being popularized as some of the trendiest additions to every home, we want to make sure no one’s missing out on everything a wonderful plant family has to offer! Decorating your living space with plants is the best way to create a relaxing, welcoming environment for yourself and any potential guests. If you feel like changing your surroundings for the better, then consider turning your home into a flourishing garden oasis! And of course, we’ve got you covered with some insider tips on how to spruce up some empty corners, walls, and other parts of the house with a few of our favorite potted friends.   Fill in the Blanks We all have those empty corners in our home that we’ve been meaning to fill up somehow. But sadly, there’s only so many pieces of furniture we could find before our space looks a bit too cluttered. If you have that one corner of the room that’s been collecting dust for a while now, consider placing a plant with some height there – like a potted snake plant! Larger friends like fern plants can be situated next to your sofa to create a more welcoming, relaxed […]

February 9, 2019

5 Romantic Plants to Gift on Valentine’s Day

Flowers on Valentine’s Day have always been a necessity when it comes to letting a special someone know just how much they matter. But what if your recipient just isn’t the biggest fan of flowers? After all, they could be allergic or they’re just not about the maintenance that comes with a floral bouquet.   Luckily, there’s always an alternative for those who aren’t too fond of flowers – plants! Not only are they great for making your space a bit brighter, houseplants just bring in that much needed freshness into our lives. Needless to say, plant gifts are the way to go, and here’s 5 of our picks for romantic houseplants that are sure to sweep your recipient off their feet:   Lavender You may know this plant mainly for its charming purple flowers and its delightful fragrance (and not to mention, it makes some of the best floral teas), but who knew that they could make such a romantic gift as well? If your recipient is anticipating the transition from winter to spring, a pot of lavender is the perfect welcome for the upcoming colorful months. Plus, caring for lavender is actually quite simple. Just watering them once […]

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