Traditional Christmas Stockings with a South House Twist PLEASE NOTE: All 2013 Christmas Stockings are SOLD OUT! Subscribe using the button on the right or like South House Designs on Facebook to be among the first to know when the 2014 designs are available. So I may have gone a bit overboard this year. Yes,…
It’s Finally Out! In Print! In My Hands! In 2010, I had the pleasure of working with the extremely talented Ann Blevins, editor at Better Homes & Gardens Special Publications, on that year’s Holiday Crafts magazine. See it here. In April, Ann contacted me again to ask if I would design a new set of…
The 2013 offerings of tree skirts are ready! I’m back with the same fabulous premium jute! Think traditional burlap but with a longer fiber and tighter weave. It’s the fabulous earthy vibe of burlap with the richness of heavy natural linen. Definitely swoon worthy! AND so many choices of banding and buttons – to make…
High traffic front doors can cause such problems! It’s the entry for friends, family, guests, Girl Scouts and Jehovah Witnesses. So we want it to look great. Yet this is where all that foot traffic deposits everything from clumps of mud to microscopic unknowns (and I prefer to keep them unknown). Anyone who has had…
Get set for your big game watch party with our big bucket bag for your buffet table, bar or entry. Step by step tutorial assures decor success!
So you have some of the FAB-u-lous South House Chalk Cloth Banners – or thinking you may have to have some soon – and you want a totally festive way to hang them. I’ve got ya covered. So here’s a quick and quirky stop action video to show you just how simple it really is….
[et_pb_section][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] How To: Craft multiple cake stands for any occasion, any style Whether centerpiece, full buffet or a dessert spread, adding height is a surefire way of adding pizazz. Cake plates of varying heights and sizes act as stages for the stars of your show. And it’s even a better show when the cake…
Behind the Scenes – Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide No. 2 Welcome DIY Wedding Readers! Follow along for a pictorial behind-the-scenes peek into the layering of our featured entrance. Hints as you prepare for your big day: If possible stage your entrance several days in advance. Take plenty of props with you and then edit, edit and…
Behind the Scenes – Step-by-Step Pictorial Guide No. 1 Welcome DIY Wedding Readers! Follow along for a pictorial behind-the-scenes peek into the layering of our featured entrance. Hints as you prepare for your big day: If possible stage your entrance several days in advance. Take plenty of props with you and then edit, edit…
Great life hack to solve the nagging problem of threading fat ribbon, rope, cord, etc. through small holes. You’ll be amazed!
Treats for ALL the Guests Admit it. You can’t help but smile, right? I adore these pictures, the charm, the vibrant fun, the theme – I just love it all! Lauren & Robert were planning their big day. They lovingly and joyfully tailored it to their personal style while creating a farmers’ market treat…
Yes my Party Favor Trinket Bags are versatile. Many ways to embellish. Many ways to tie them closed. Corset Tie Style Intimidated? Don’t be! It’s really much easier than it looks. Follow along with this tutorial. Belt Style Below is an easy step-by-step tutorial for how I close them up belt style. …
Burma Shave Signs: The Back Story of the Pathway Banners Wow, has it really been more than 25 years for Doug & me? Yep, and I really do refer back to my own wonderful day – surprisingly often. My Chalk Cloth banners did not start out because of Kathy, but this usage of them was…