How To Decorate After Christmas

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Isn't the time between Christmas and Spring such a weird time for decorating? Like, how exactly are you supposed to decorate for the months of January and February? All your Christmas is down, and your house is looking oh so bare, but it just waaaaay to early to introduce spring florals. Over the past few years, I have honed in on what exactly January and February decor should look like. It took some time to get used to it, but when you think about it, it totally makes sense. Decorate inside with what you see outside. I won't be seeing any flowers soon, but I do see beautiful trees and bushes covered in a perfect dusting of snow. And because January and February are usually so dreary weather-wise, and shorter days, it's good to bring in bright neutral colors! Don't live in a dark cave those dark winter months :)

 Clock: Tutorial

I usually take down my Christmas stuff at the beginning of January. I learned this year that the 12 days of Christmas are actually AFTER Christmas, and not before. I may have been hiding underneath a rock, but I didn't know this. So, it's actually old tradition to not take your tree down until the 6th of January. So, this is helpful to all of us who wonder when exactly should you take down Christmas. Of course, to each their own :) but there's a good guideline! 

So, to start taking down my Christmas in attempt to leave up Winter, I try to take all what I think as Christmas-y down...like obvious Christmas stuff. Things that say "Jolly", "Santa", "Noel", ect. I then remove all the red, glitz and glitter. The stockings and the ornaments from the trees are gone. Christmas countdowns are put away. I'm usually left with a pretty neutral scheme along with greens. Some greens are flocked, and some aren't. This is what Winter is to me. 

Shiplap: Tutorial    Builtin shelves: Tutorial

Last year, I kept up my big trees through most of January and into February. I felt like this was too long. Sometimes the magic of Christmas is because it's so fleeting and only lasts just for a little while. Even though all the "Christmas" was gone, the big trees reminded me too much of it. So, this year, I took down my big trees and only left the little ones. 

Along with smaller trees, I kept up a lot of garland. The garland I chose doesn't have any red berries or too much sparkle. I chose the ones that seemed the most natural. Ones that looked like they could totally belong outside. 

Vintage Wood Map: DecorSteals

I also went completely neutral in most of my rooms, letting the greens of the trees and garland pop. 

 Leather Moroccan Pouf: Link      Rug: Link  

White Ruffle Bedspread: link and link.   Greyish/Taupe Coverlet: link

Ruffle Diamond Pillow Shams: link   Ruffle Euro Shams: link
Storage Bench: link (similar)
Along with every other time of year, textures are so important. It's a good way to bring interest to the neutral color scheme...or interest to any color scheme at all. Bring in textures through organic materials like wood and pine cones. The garland and trees bring in texture all on their own. Add texture through throw blankets and pillows. 

And of course, layers are sooo important during the cold winter months. Layers help bring in comfort especially with the bareness you feel when all the Christmas stuff is gone. I add layers through simple things like window treatments, rugs, pillows, and blankets. 

Leather Moroccan Pouf: Link      Rug: Link    Clock: Tutorial

 Layers can also be just adding more to things like garland in between these candlesticks, plus the runner. 

Adding trays onto benches, beds, or coffee tables also add that extra little comfort. I like to fill my trays with books, greenery, and little extras. 

It used to be that keeping even small little trees out after December was so weird to me. But as I said before, when you think about it, it makes sense to leave them out! I like to think that nature dictates how you should decorate (for the most part....at least those of us who have 4 hard seasons). Flowers in Spring. Pumpkins and fall colors during Fall. Summer brings lots of happy bright colors with greens. And Winter...well, snowy trees and branches. 

What do you do for your decor during those odd dreary months of January and February? 

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Wood Desk Tray Organizer Hack and Makeover

I was provided product by DecoArt and compensated to write about this project, but all thoughts, opinions, and ideas are my own :)

I used to be so organized while growing up. Everything had it's place. I'm not sure what happened in my 20s, but for some reason that is sooo not the case anymore. I like to think everything has it's place still, but I'm definitely far from the organized person I was in the past. I have lots of spots of clutter. 

I feel like January is always a good time to start organizing and decluttering challenges. I'm not up for a challenge itself, but I'm all for organizers to help keep my life a simpler...and cleaner. This cute little one can be found on Amazon. 

 Not quite my style. It's kind of screaming for a makeover, don't you think? I updated it to look like this: 

 Paint can do amazing things! I used DecoArt's Americana Acrylics to achieve this look. The colors I used: White Wash, Desert Cactus, Dried Clay, and Summer Squash. 

Other products I used:

• Sandpaper
• Rose cut out in multiple sizes (I cut mine out using my Silhouette)
• Leather stripes and/or draw pulls
• 2 washers
• Drill

Step 1: This surface is pretty shiny, so I scratched it up a little using some sandpaper. This will help the paint adhere better.

 Step 2: Paint the whole thing, besides the inside, with White Wash. This will take multiple coats. Use a hair dryer to speed up the process.

 Make sure to get the edges for a good even look.

 Step 3: Using vinyl cut outs, place your design on the top shelf of the organizer. I used this rose motif in multiple sizes. To get it in the corners, bend the design and place it in the corner first, and then continue to press down the design from there. My largest rose is about 7" in diameter. The smallest one is about 3".

 Step 4: In a somewhat random, but strategically placed way, paint some of the petals of each rose with Desert Cactus. I used a stipple brush for this, but instead of a blotting technique, I smoothed it out. 

 Step 5: Next, paint some petals with the Dried Clay.

 Step 6: Now finish each rose off with painting the remainder petals Summer Squash.

 Step 7: Carefully peal off the vinyl to reveal the design. Do any touch ups if necessary. 

 Step 8: Paint the sides of the organizer with Dried Clay. I then added another rose in White Wash. You can either do this beforehand by placing the petals down first, and then painting over it with the Dried Clay. Or add the stencil of the rose afterwards, and painting the White Wash over the Dried Clay.

 Step 9: To add a little interest to the drawers, I painted the sides with Dried Clay, so when you pull them out there will be some color.

 Step 10: I decided to use the back of each drawer as the front. I'm not a fan of that little cutout. On the back of each drawer, I found the middle and drilled a small hole. 

 Step 11: On the bottom two drawers, I added my own little handle by using 8" leather strips. I pulled the strips through a washer, and then through the hole. I tied the leather into a knot on the backside of the drawer. 

 I used a cute little wood pull I got from Hobby Lobby on the top drawer. 

Here's the finished look:

 I love how this design looks different from every angle. The question is, what area is this going to help organize in my house? My girls are already asking for it in there bathroom. So, I think that's where it's going to live. 

The top will be perfect for little mason jars full of cotton balls and q-tips. The drawers will be great organizers for hair supplies! What do you think? What you would you use this little organizer for? The possibilities are endless! 

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Pink And Gold Christmas Bedroom Decor (Tour 2019)

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My final room tour to share this season is my bedroom! I'm sharing it today along with a whole bunch of other tours going on this week for the Christmas Home Tours hosted by Marty from A Stroll Thru Life. If you are following the tours, welcome from Modern Glam! Isn't Ashley's home stunning? You can find a list of all the holiday tours going on this week at the bottom of the post! 

For my bedroom this year, I did something a little non-traditional for me. I used my neutrals, but instead of adding pops of red, I used pink. I never thought I would add pink in my decor, but this theme has been hopping rooms throughout my house the past year. I love the softness it brings.

 

Rug: Home Depot      Curtains: Ikea      Square Molding: Tutorial

Complete list of bedroom sources at bottom of post.

I kept my decor in here pretty close to how it is throughout the year, but added pops of holiday cheer. The Christmas trees on my side tables are a must during the season. It's the best waking up to Christmas :)

Flocked Trees: Target      Nightstand: Tutorial      Ruffle Euro Sham Covers: Amazon  Coverlet: Home Goods

 One big change in here for the season is this 7 foot tree. I had it in here last year, and just loved it. To make room for my trees, I usually have to take out my corner chairs. Luckily, I was able to place a smaller chair here next to tree....you know, for the inevitable laundry pile :)

 I decorated the tree with pinks and gold. I found this amazing tree skirt at Home Goods to carry on the gold theme. 

 

 As for my faux fireplace, I added hints of gold with this garland from Michaels. I used some wood tree cutouts on the mantel, flanked by candlesticks. And although Santa doesn't visit my bedroom, I had to hang some stockings up :) 

Faux Fireplace: Tutorial

I played around with adding this hide rug in here last year, and it just didn't stick. I decided to try it again this year. I like the darkness compared to the loftiness of the rest of the room. And this bedspread? My favorite! I bought it earlier this year and it makes me want to make my bed every morning :)

 On the foot of my bed, I placed a tray with a Christmas tree along with a gold deer pillow. The pink blanket ties in the pink throughout the room. 

That's it for this tour! You can find my other room tours below: 

Living room:

Dining room:

Front living room/guest room:

Entryway: 

For more holiday inspiration, check out all these other amazing and talented bloggers' home tours! You won't be disappointed. Next on the list and who will be sharing her lovely home tomorrow is Carmel from Our Fifth House. Enjoy! 

 2019 Christmas Home Tour
Monday December 9
A Stroll Thru Life  – Marty
Remodelando La Casa  – Cristina
Cuckoo4Design – Julia
Far Above Rubies – Anita
Duke Manor Farm – Laura
Pink Peppermint Design – Tammy

Tuesday, December 10
House By Hoff  – April
Southern Hospitality – Rhoda
ZDesign At Home  – Bree
Taryn Whiteaker– Taryn –
Inspiration For Moms – Laura
Decor To Adore – Laura

Wednesday, December 11
Cassie Bustamante – Cassie
Follow The Yellow Brick Home  – Amber
Dixie Delights – Amanda
Monica Wants It  – Monica
Modern Glam – Ashley
Thrifty & Chic  – Alicia

Thursday, December 12
Our Fifth Home – Carmel
 11 Magnolia Lane  – Christy
Our Southern Home  – Christy
Seeking Lavender Lane – Deb
Setting for Four – Heather
Southern State Of Mind – Heather

Friday, December 13
Grace In My Space – Sarah
White Arrow Homes, – Kristin
The Woodgrain Cottage – Shayna
Designing Vibes – Erica
Thistlewood Farms – Karianne
Life On Cedar Lane, – Andrea

Bedding sources:
White Ruffle Bedspread: Amazon and Target.
Greyish/Taupe Coverlet: Check this link on Amazon frequently or Home Goods
Ruffle Diamond Pillow Shams: Amazon
Ruffle Euro Shams: Amazon
Storage Bench: Target (similar)
Rug: Home Depot

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