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Holiday Wreath Giveaway

Yippee!  Halloween is over...time to to start thinking about the holidays! Do you think a "Wreath Giveaway" might help create that holiday euphoria we all look forward to? Well, if it is, you are in luck my dear friend! 10 of us DIY bloggers, along… Read More

Fried Bologna Sandwich Secret

I'll just tell you instead of making you search the entire article for the info.  The fried bologna sandwich secret is in the onions, not the bologna. You may want to say, "That's baloney, Julie!!"  However,  I'll tell you that I've made these poor man… Read More

Thrift Store Outfit

16 years ago today I became a new Mom!  It was one of the best days of my life.  Daphne is her name, and she has a sister, named Val, who is also the light of my life.  Both our daughters are amazing peeps that… Read More

75+ Mom’s Comfort Food Recipes

It never fails. This time of year packs on the pounds puts me in the mood for comfort foods.  I crave things like soups, stews, and anything with gravy.  Then there's the pies, and cookies.  It starts off with apple pie in October, pecan cranberry… Read More

Wax Paper Halloween Bride

This post is sponsored by FloraCraft®.  All opinions are honest and my true thoughts! I will never forget Halloween 16 years ago.  We brought home our first born baby girl from the hospital!  It was a gorgeous Fall day and I remember taking note that… Read More

Simple Spice Jars

Time to get SPICY! Last week, I introduced you to our "DIY Brick Backsplash". Did you happen to notice my new "Simple Spice Jars" on the removable shelf we added? You didn't think I could let the brick backsplash go undecorated did you?  No way.… Read More

DIY Brick Backsplash

Rick, the "Brick" is in the house. Or in this case...the kitchen.  In case you don't know who Rick is, he's my handsome husband who helps me with everything I do for this blog.  I want you to know, that if it wasn't for him, this… Read More

Pumpkin Pecan Cookie Pie

Pumpkin lovers, rejoice! This is the season you've been waiting for. I personally love pumpkin and often wonder why I don't bake with it all year round. I don't think I'd ever get tired of it. Today I'm sharing with you our Pumpkin Pecan Cookie… Read More

Butterscotch Brownies

My sister, Carolyn is 7 years my senior.  When I was little she got stuck babysitting me a lot.  I felt bad about that, but I have to admit it was fun. Even though she was only a teenager, she had (and still has) amazing… Read More

Thrift Store Art Turned Masterpiece

Welcome back to our "Thrift Store Decor Challenge" for September 2015. I hope this doesn't spook you away. I was just minding my own business strolling through our local Goodwill and I came across this unusual colorful painting for $2.99. Then I read the bottom… Read More

All Things Halloween & Pumpkin

ooooo....ooooo That's my impression of an owl in case you were wondering. It's that time again.  Time for the All Things Creative Team to bring you the best of the best. This month we are focusing on Halloween and those cute pumpkins we all love… Read More

Rustic Autumn Hutch

He's neglected.  Ignored.  Leaned on too much.  Hasn't been washed in months.  He's been there in good times, and not so good times.  He's even kept secrets and witnessed midnight cookie monsters and Santa Claus! Yes...I'm talking about our hutch.  The one in the kitchen.… Read More

Halloween Candy Monster

I'm very excited to announce that redheadcandecorate.com will continue to partner up with Make It: Fun Crafts for another 6 months!  That means once a month I'll be creating a fun craft that's easy, affordable, and most importantly, FUN.  So, be on the look out… Read More

DIY Paper Roll Message Board

Lets take a break from all of the white pumpkins in blog land today and learn about this white "DIY Paper Roll Message Board" we hung in our kitchen. This thing is so cool. It all started when the kids were little.  In case you… Read More

Affordable Fall Scarf Decorating

If you could see our daughter's bathroom, you would see the "Wall of Scarves".  Millions (okay, maybe not millions) of scarves hang from the shower curtain rod.  Who needs a shower curtain when you have scarves?  Luckily the shower is separate, so these scarves do… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: Restoration Redoux

Hi everyone! I'm Shanna from Restoration Redoux . I'm so excited Julie invited me over to visit today and tell you a little bit about my blog. I'm a lover of thrift stores, yard sales, estate sales and pretty much anywhere you can score a… Read More

Rustic Pumpkin Stand

{This post is sponsored by The Home Depot.} Did you know The Home Depot offers Workshops at all of their locations for do-it-yourselfers of all ages and experience levels? Now is your chance to sign up to make your very own Rustic Pumpkin Stand like this… Read More

30+ Fall Home Ideas

Happy weekend! . Yesterday, I shared my Fall creation here: Easy DIY Cozy Apple Basket Below you will find the full Fall bHome collection with 30+ Fall Home Ideas. After you sift through your favorites, don't forget to enter our Decor Steals $500 Giveaway. Happy… Read More

Cozy Apple Basket

For a quick and easy Fall decor idea this year, I made this DIY Cozy Apple Basket. It's so easy...anyone can do it. It's also so darn cozy, it just makes me want to curl up and drink hard hot cider under my furry blanket.… Read More

Swing Set Makeover

I know you've seen them.  You pass by that one on your street every day.  You may even have one of your very own in the back yard.  They are lonely, sad, faded, falling apart, and even a little creepy. I'm referring to: deserted swing… Read More

Oven Roasted Potatoes

We're in full cross country running season at our house. Maddie and Braden are both running this year. They're logging lots of miles, which means they are hungry all.the.time. I've known that growing teenagers can put down a lot of food, but very active teenagers?… Read More

Outdoor Succulent Farm

  I'm embarrassed to admit that we purchased a couple small succulents last Spring and they bit the dust quickly.  I'm not sure if I added too much water, not enough, talked to them too much, or if they didn't receive the sun they require,… Read More

DIY Milk Glass

  I caught my husband drinking the milk out of the plastic white milk jug from Kroger in the middle of the night last month.  Yes...it was like out of a sitcom.  He had his pjs on, the refrigerator light shining on his milk mustache,… Read More

All Things Fall

There are slight hints of Fall going on up here in Michigan... Apples are almost full grown on the apple trees (just like my kids!), acorns are falling, and the air seems crispier. Yes, I said crispier. Welcome to All Things Fall... I love Fall,… Read More

Caramelized Onion Potato Salad

"Don't freak out if you don't have celery for your potato salad." That's what I learned last week when I was in the mood to make potato salad, and my celery was rotten. Damn that farmer's market.  We stop there this time of year before… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: From Valerie’s Kitchen

Hi all! My name is Valerie and I'm so happy to be here as part of Julie's Blogger Spotlight series to share a little bit about what's cookin' in and out of my kitchen. I've been sharing simple, seasonal recipes for the home cook on… Read More

Vintage Industrial Pendant Light Fixture

    Look up! Did you see it? Here's a close up if you don't have your glasses on... I knew this Vintage Industrial Pendant Light Fixture would go perfectly in our 1/2 bathroom that is located off of the kitchen.  This is the bathroom that… Read More

Mackinaw City, Michigan Vacation

I'm a bit confused on the spelling... Mackinaw City, Mackinac Bridge, Mackinaw Mill Camping, Mackinac Island. It's like the Michigan spelling police took turns with C or W. What I do know for sure, is that we had a fantastic time on our Mackinaw City, Michigan… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: The Heathered Nest

      Guys, THIS is a thrill.  Huge Redhead-fan-girl here, so this is pretty fantastic.  Julie is so unique...she dances to her own beat, and I completely dig that.  We kind of bust our own moves where I blog, at The Heathered Nest too.  I can't really… Read More

$500 Amazon Giveaway

I am thrilled for 2 really great reasons. 1.  My sweet redheaded friend, Holly, is cancer free!!! 2. We are celebrating by giving you the opportunity to win free $$$! I can't think of any better way to celebrate The Coconut Head’s 5-year survivorversary than… Read More

Tomato & Cucumber Salad

My husband taught me how to make this Tomato & Cucumber Salad in college. It's a staple in our home, and I hope it becomes one in your's!   [amd-zlrecipe-recipe:45]  Read More

Apple Butter Streusel Muffins

Happy August, friends! I was just lamenting over on the blog this week my mixed emotions about it being August. I'm not quite ready for back to school, but I am totally on board for bringing in the fall apple recipes! Apples have always been… Read More

DIY Rainbow Candle

There have been a lot of RAINBOWS in the news lately. With all that LOVE in the air, I couldn't resist creating this "DIY Rainbow Candle" for my FloraCraft Make It:Fun Team Challenge this month.  The theme was "Outdoor Decorating". If you're in the mood… Read More

Thrift Store Decor Challenge

    So, you see all the makeovers all over blog land, and you've been inspired 100's of times. You've been so inspired that you've even visited the thrift store after work, or on the weekend to find that perfect chair or table that needs… Read More

All Things Crafty

 Lets get crafty today! Search below for a craft you would like to try, and pin it for later...   Domestically Speaking A Little Claireification Debbiedoo's The DIY Village Creative Cain Cabin The Happier Homemaker Redhead Can Decorate On Sutton Place Cottage at the Crossroads… Read More

Thompson’s WaterSeal Deck Makeover

(Thompson's WaterSeal provided the products used to clean and stain our deck.  I was also compensated to review and write about the products used.  All opinions are our own and truthful.) When we moved in 7 years ago, the deck was one of my favorite… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: Cottage at the Crossroads

Hi there Redhead readers! We're Jane and Leo and we blog at Cottage at the Crossroads. I'm so delighted that Julie asked us here today so that you guys could get to know us a little better. We live in South Carolina in a small… Read More

DIY Cola Crate Light Box

I saw the RC Cola crate on the ground at an antique store in Georgia while visiting my best friend earlier this month.  When I picked it up, the first thing I thought was damn this sucker was heavy.  Then, I thought about drinking RC Cola… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: Artsy Chicks Rule

Hi Everyone!! I'm so thrilled to be here today at Redhead Can Decorate. Thank you so much Julie for inviting me over to share a little about myself and my blog. My name is Nancy and I blog over at Artsy Chicks Rule. I love… Read More

Tree Branch Jewelry Stand

My mom hates plastic.  I have her words of wisdom forever engraved in my brain.  "It's PLASTIC...stay away from that crap, Julie.  Buy American made products, and don't buy PLASTIC." Well, Mom...you are right.  I don't like PLASTIC either, and I always try to buy… Read More

Dining Room Chair Makeover

Hello, it’s Carrie from Lovely Etc. back to share another of my favorite DIY projects with you. I am a huge fan of making things for my home instead of just buying them. My creative side loves the process of making things that are completely… Read More

$5 Flower Bucket

I am so happy to be home after our "eventful" vacation.  To be totally honest, I think I'm happiest at home.  Vacations are great and all, but they can be stressful,and totally over rated, too. So, I'm in the mood for something really easy today,… Read More

Peanut Butter Zucchini Bread

Did you plant a garden this summer? Here's the story of my gardening experiences. We've had a garden for the past 6 years or so. The first year it was great. We planted lots of tomatoes and cucumbers, and we had salsa and pickles coming… Read More

Virginia Vacation

The only DIY DECORATING going on around here ...is making our bed after sleeping in! While I'm writing this on vacation in Virginia, I'll probably be unpacking at home by the time you are reading this. My husband and I, along with our girls, decided… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: Our Southern Home

I am overjoyed to be guest hosting today for Julie. I have been a big fan of her fabulous blog Redhead Can Decorate for sometime now. I am proud also to call her a blogging friend.     My name is Christy and I blog… Read More

The Blogger Spotlight: At Home with the Barkers

    Hey friends! I'm super excited Julie asked me to guest post on the blog for her today! It's a big deal to let someone else take over your little blog space and I am grateful for the opportunity. I hear the Redhead can… Read More

Fourth of July Christmas Tree

Merry Christmas in July! Just think-we are 1/2 way there.  Not sure if I like that thought, but I'm alive,so I'm happy! Welcome to this months "Make It: Fun Team Challenge" where this time it's all about the cones...     When deciding what to make… Read More

Olive Garden Salad Hack

  My Italian father in-law eats the salad after the meal.  Even when out at a restaurant.  Yep, I'm not kidding you.  He asks the server to bring the salad after we eat. My husband does it, too, but only at home, lol. Now my daughter does it.… Read More

Repurposed Grill Grate to American Flag

I'm really late for my Friday post. I bet you didn't even notice, did ya!? That's okay...everyone is so busy these days.  Today was the last day of school and I am so thrilled to have our girls home all day. So...lets get to the… Read More

Black Berry Pie Recipe

For the last 26 years, my husband has been telling me the story about Grandpa's Black Berry Pie.  No matter how many times he tells it, we listen with puckered cheeks, and we imagine this...       Howie would make the pies at their… Read More