Yesterday I posted my Top 10 DIY projects for 2013, but let me tell you, I had to weed through a lot of recipe posts in order to find the DIY projects. It appears that I have been cooking much more than I have been crafting this year, so I give you my Top 10 […]
Archives for December 2013
My Top 10 DIY Projects for 2013
It’s hard to believe another year has come and gone. I continue to be so grateful for this blog and to my readers for helping to provide a creative outlet for me. I thought today I would do a wrap up of the Top 10 DIY projects on The V Spot for 2013, as determined […]
Last minute Christmas decorations in no time flat.
Where did December go?! How is it possible that it’s Christmas Eve? For the first time in years my shopping isn’t done, and there are a couple of bare spots in my home that don’t have that Christmas magic. I thought I’d share a little inspiration for some last minute Christmas decorations. It’s […]
30+ appetizer recipes for New Year’s Eve (or anytime)
With Christmas just a few days away and New Year’s Eve right around the corner, it’s nice to have a few great appetizer recipes on hand so that you’re ready for guests. (Actually, some of these are great all year round and freeze beautifully too, so you’re always ready should unexpected guests drop in.) Some […]
Quirky Christmas decor: a winter chair makeover with paint and epsom salt!
Back in October, I used scrapbook paper and paint to transform a boring thrift store chair into a spooky Halloween “Sit for a Spell” chair to use as part of my Halloween decor by our front porch. I decided to give the Halloween chair a winter holiday makeover and use it as part of […]
Beginner crochet pattern for a fun and easy coffee cozy.
My friend Rhonda is a crafty genius. She can do a little bit of everything, including crochet things. I cannot crochet. I think I have a mental block about it for some reason. Maybe I had some sort of yarn trauma in my childhood I have yet to come to terms with. I don’t know. […]
White and Gold Rustic Holiday Mantel Decor
I am so behind in getting our home ready for the holidays! This year I’m going with a white and gold color scheme and I am really liking the simplicity of the neutral (yet sparkly) decor. I thought I’d share a bit of what I’ve managed to get done: my rustic white & gold holiday […]
Let It Snow: DIY Glitter Christmas Sled
I love Christmas time and I love making our home a warm and welcoming place during the holidays. For a variety of reasons, I have not been as deep into Christmas decor as I normally would be, but I could not pass up the opportunity to make this DIY glitter Christmas sled. Every year I […]
Coconut Almond Granola Gift In A Jar
I have another great gift in a jar idea for you today! This Coconut Almond Granola Gift in a Jar is the perfect neighbor or teacher gift. Or you could use the recipe to make up a big batch to keep on hand for snacking during all your holiday prep. I think gift wrapping would […]
Gingerbread House Gift
I don’t usually make Gingerbread houses at Christmas time. They are so cute – and a great family activity. But they’re also super messy. And you have to buy a ton of supplies and then you end up eating all the candy before you put in on the house. That’s why I love this Gingerbread […]