Seasonal decor/craft thread

[smithlane]

Hello
Ok, I'm not sure how popular this will be but thought I would start a group thread so Dibbers can share ideas and photos of any interior decoration project they have done or thinking about doing. Doesn't need to be seasonal either, anything goes! There are a few of us who love shopping for various décor items whilst in the States, would love to see what others have bought or wishing to buy on their next visit.
Others can also share any decorating or refurbishing projects they've done or currently doing, I do love seeing those too!

[smithlane]

Seeing as today was pouring with rain for most of the day, it felt quite Autumnal so I thought why not get my Fall decorations up. I only bought most of these bits this year whilst we were in California so I have lots to add in years to come.

The pumpkins on the hearth are from Joann's and TK Maxx. The garland from Michael's and the candle TK Maxx

The twig tree is actually from Hobbycraft over here. I have used it before to hang mini Easter eggs in the Spring, so thought why not mini pumpkins for Autumn. These were from Michael's and Joann's

This pumpkin tealight holder is from Michael's

This Toffee Pumpkin candle smells so good and is from TK Maxx

Seasonal flowers from Tesco

Door wreath from Michael's. This was a complete bargain reduced from $60 to $24!

Next year I would really love to get a green pickup truck with pumpkins in the back. Have seen a really nice one from Kirkland's, so that is firmly on the list!

[Gryff]

I will post pics tomorrow now that I've finally got things to come together

[smithlane]

Originally Posted by Gryff

I will post pics tomorrow now that I've finally got things to come together

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Ooh can’t wait, thanks Helen

[Disney Nanny]

I'm in on this group.
My list for this trip is decidedly all about the shopping and the occasional visit to a park
My list of shops so far: (mainly thanks to Gryff)
Home goods
Marshalls
Target
Walmart
Hobby Lobby
Joanns
Dollar tree
B&BW

Not too sure I should even add any more as getting it all home may be a slight problem lol

[Gryff]

I take no responsablity if you need to pay extra baggage fees
Honestly I don't spend all my time shopping and I very rarely shop at home .

[smithlane]

Originally Posted by Disney Nanny

I'm in on this group.
My list for this trip is decidedly all about the shopping and the occasional visit to a park
My list of shops so far: (mainly thanks to Gryff)
Home goods
Marshalls
Target
Walmart
Hobby Lobby
Joanns
Dollar tree
B&BW

Not too sure I should even add any more as getting it all home may be a slight problem lol

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Can’t wait to hear about everything you bring back. I always end up paying for an extra suitcase, can never quite manage to squeeze everything in just the one... !

[sophiepop]

I love to see these ideas

[Disney Nanny]

Originally Posted by Gryff

I take no responsablity if you need to pay extra baggage fees
Honestly I don't spend all my time shopping and I very rarely shop at home .

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Haha already got the extra luggage, thats a given every trip.
Now my packing skills need to up a level or two

I have packing going out down to a tee, basics and do a wash!

But also I do not shop much at home, only buy what I really need as opposed to just 'want'.
A good tip for people who find they impulse buy online which I now do is add to the basket and leave it for a week, go back and think did I really 'need' that or have I actually saved wasting money or space in my home

[Disney Nanny]

What I will really try to do this trip is keep the receipts so I can list purchases from where and how much.

These kind of tips always help me.

My biggest wants this year is really for Fall as I already have a lot of christmas decor that I've brought back over the years.
Think I may struggle or even not spend my budget as I am sure I will not be able to find a lot of things still out on shelves.

Also for a first this year I am going to look for a thrifty store, have seen so many hauls on youtube. And love a new experience too