Around the House [Gallery Wall Part I]

We've lived in this house for almost a year and there are certain areas that still need a personal touch. Ok lets be honest... most of the house needs our personal touch but we only have so much time. Our hallway has been in need of some decor since we moved in, so here's our DIY family Gallery Wall [part I]...

Around the House [New Years Mantel]

When thinking about this mantel I wanted something that was romantic and showed the importance of time. This wasn't exactly what I had in mind but I really love the way it turned out.

Around the House [Christmas Mantel]

2012 Christmas Mantel

Even when life gets busy I don't stop crafting... I just stop taking pictures of what I create! (sorry about the quality... its from my instagram account)

The Details (left to right):

The gingerbread house: purchased at Michaels and I put it together (tons of fun)

All of the Christmas Trees: Made with hot glue, yarn/garland and varying sizes of Styrofoam cones.. one hot mess of fun

Holiday Wreath: Bought fake pre-lit one from Michaels and added some extra prettys

Santa: Tree topper cut down to look better next to the Advent Calendar (purchased at Michaels)

Advent Calendar: Purchased at Target I was unable to change it up in time for Christmas but I will make this better for next year!

Stockings: Purchased from Personal Creations, very happy with these... just buy them early (like October)