DIY Christmas Wreath with Fresh Greenery

DIY Christmas wreath with fresh mixed greenery, including boxwood, cedar, and juniper hang on front door with plaid bow.

Mix fresh boxwood, cedar, and juniper for a cheery DIY Christmas Wreath to hang on your front door this holiday season! Tutorial below! Walking up the front steps to a house with a fresh greenery wreath is one of the magical parts of Christmas. There is the intoxicating scent of evergreen… the vibrant color…the cheery…

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DIY Outdoor Christmas Decoration: Joy PVC Sign

DIY outdoor Christmas decoration - PVC joy sign lit at night by spotlight in front of white brick house

Learn how to make this festive “Joy” PVC sign! The perfect DIY outdoor Christmas Decoration for those who like simple decor with warmth and cheer under $80! I love coming home to a festive exterior during the holiday season. As the cheery song says, “But the prettiest sight to see is the holly that will…

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How to Brine a Turkey for Thanksgiving

Brine a turkey for the perfectly cooked Golden turkey with moist, tender meat and delicious taste

Want to cook the perfect turkey for Thanksgiving this year? Yes, then you need to learn how to brine a turkey! I’m sharing tried and true tricks, the recipe, and what you need to know to brine a turkey for Thanksgiving. Y’all this maple brown sugar brined turkey will melt in your mouth and wow…

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5 Tips to Set a Glam Halloween Table

Glam Halloween table set with copper mugs, leopard print runner, dramatic orange and yellow florals, glass pumpkins, and spooky crows.

Dreaming up a fabulous Halloween party this year? Start with a glam Halloween table to dazzle your guests with some spooky style! Happy Halloween! It is never too early to start planning for fall festivities, and with the start of October it’s the perfect time to think about your Halloween plans. I’m sharing 5 tips…

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Best of the Weekend – Goodbye

Hey y’all! This will be the last Best of the Weekend here on Pender & Peony. I’ve had a grand time helping to host the party and enjoyed meeting so many of you through your amazing crafts, recipes, home decor projects, etc.! Thanks for joining me, and I hope you will stop by from time…

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Best of the Weekend – Link Up Party

Hey y’all! I do apologize for my absence last week. I had a bit of a health issue, but I am recovered now, so let’s get this party started! I am co-hosting with 3 other fabulous ladies: Ginnie from Hello Little Home | Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | Pinterest | Instagram Amy from Ms.…

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Dress Code – Wedding Guest Attire 101

Wedding guest attire demystified! 4 wedding guest looks for a semi-formal wedding.

Wedding guest attire demystified! Learn the secret to knowing how casual or formal to dress for all the weddings on your social calendar. It is June and wedding season is officially here! If your mailbox has filled with lovely paper confections, than it is time to get shopping and decide just the right wedding outfit…

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Best of the Weekend – Link Up Party 18

I hope y’all have a fabulous long weekend and remember our troops’ sacrifices this Memorial Day! I am so excited to hear from you all about how my dining room DIY project turned out. Go check it out here! I am co-hosting with 3 other fabulous ladies: Ginnie from Hello Little Home | Facebook |…

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8 Tricks to DIY Crown Molding

Blue dining room after DIY crown molding installation

Install crown like a pro with these 8 tricks to DIY crown molding! Hey, y’all! I am excited to share our adventures in crown molding finally! I know, we sure took our sweet time finishing up this DIY project, but here we are ready to share eight tricks to DIY crown molding. Crown molding is…

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Naming Your House

Naming your house: white brick house with dogwood trees in bloom

Naming your house is a great way to define identity, add character, and show affection for that place we call home!   There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home. There’s no place like home. Home brings to mind a distinctive vision, stirring memories, special smells, and a singular feeling of love. There’s…

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