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Easy Autumn Decor DIYs

When it comes to DIY decorating for the holidays, some of us are already too overwhelmed with food and party prep that we can’t even wrap our heads around making elaborate DIY creations. No need to worry! These DIYs are easy to make, and stylish to boot! So if you have an hour to spare, you can probably knock out all of these projects, and make your home ready for fall hosting.DIY Autumn Leaves GarlandThis autumn garland from Decor Envy is a stunner, and takes about 10 minutes to make! Quick, simple, and sparkly!

Who knew popcorn could look so festive? This simple and inexpensive DIY from Passionate Penny Pincher celebrates the harvest season with the ultimate movie snack as the main “ingredient”.

Painted Wood Slice Pumpkins | anightowlblog.comAll this DIY from A Night Owl calls for is a few wood slices, some paint, and a few extras to really make your “pumpkin” pop!

DIY with the Sweetest Occasion

This pinecone garland from The Sweetest Occasion is not only simple and sweet, it will take you right through  the winter holidays too!

Fall Foliage Decor Ideas

Halloween may be over, but we’re still very much in the middle of fall! So pack away those scary pumpkins and embrace the colors of fall by adding some foliage to your decor! 101840955.jpg.rendition.largestAn unusual palette for fall, this centerpiece still draws in the bright yellows and greens of the season.

 

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This fall wreath captures the rich colors of fall perfectly!

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Like your seasonal decor minimal? Highlight the beauty of individual leaves by pressing them into frames!Leaves-3Fall foliage looks pretty great in gold. Learn how to make this mobile yourself on the Free People blog!

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Or just let the leaves speak for themselves by putting cut branches in a large vase!

Your Gift Has Arrived! One Day Only Sale!

We mentioned last week that there is a special gift coming your way.  It has finally arrived.  Set your alarm clock for 12AM EST on November 27th and use the coupon code: blackfriday15offmj to get 15% off your entire purchase. That includes all Swarovski rhinestones.  Along with your discount, you’ll also received a free measuring tape; which comes in quite handy when you’re working on a new project.  This is special promotion is for one day only!  So take advantage of this 24 hour special!  Remember that you get free UPS ground shipping when you spend $75 or more.

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Celebrating Thanksgiving

There’s many things to be thankful for every day of the year.  This Thanksgiving M&J Trimming is truly thankful for receiving care and support from all of our customers.  You are the one of the reason why M&J Trimming has been around for over seven decades and will continute to service you with quality merchandise for many more years to come.  We wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving.

DIY Swarovski Rhinestone Table Setting

By Eleah

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This week I embellished a segment of a table setting to show what a little bling might do to your dinner table.  I used size 12 and 16 rhinestones in Light Peach, Crystal, and Palace Green Opal.  For 1 fork, 1 knife, 1 napkin ring and 1 small candle holder it took about 7 packs of rhinestones in various sizes and colors.  The amount and size you need to do this for your own setting will depend on the amount of silver wear and other table accessories you plan to embellish. 

 

Supplies:

 

Directions:

  1. Come up with a basic pattern of which you would like on your settings.  I suggest keeping it simple since there is not much surface to cover on something as small as a fork.  It is also a good idea to lay your rhinestones out unglued to make sure they will fit properly across the surface. 
  2. Once your pattern is decided set the rhinestones to the side, flat side down for easier pick-up.  Pinch off a pea sized piece of wax and stick in onto the end of your wooden stick. 
  3. Apply glue with your syringe in a small section (start on the straightest edge for best results) Pick up one rhinestone at a time by lightly touching the wax end of the wooden stick to the top of the stone. Place the stone onto the desired glue covered area.  The glue should pull the rhinestone from the wax but sometime a little nudge with your finger is helpful.  Continue this process until you have completed your design and repeat on the rest of your table settings.  The glue dry within a half hour of application but I suggest letting it sit a full 24 hours before actually using it. 
  4. Don’t run your project through the dishwasher since the jets could possibly disrupt your design by loosening the stones. 

*Remember, this project does not have to apply only to table settings.  Rhinestones can be added to a variety of home decorations. *