Decor that Does Double Duty

Over the years,    the way I make selections for my home decor has changed.     I used to buy to much seasonal and holiday decor.......now I try to find decor that will work in all the seasons and holidays just by altering it a little.

One of the most versatile pieces I've bought is this three tiered metal stand.

Not only can I use my tiered stand for all the seasons and holidays,    I can give it a new look by placing it on a pedestal as you can see in the first photo.   Displaying it in different rooms is also a way to get a fresh look for it.

  In the second photo,   you can see how I decorated it for fall and placed it on a small table.   

In the third photo,    I used it as a small Christmas tree.         

Another trick I wanted to share is how I buy seasonal items when they are on clearance.     The only catch is.....they have to be  able to be used year round.

See the pretty pink bird on my chandy,    I found it 80% off in the Christmas isle at Hobby Lobby.

I found my sweet owl in the Valentine isle,   but she can be used year round.

The mini tobacco basket was in the Christmas isle  (80% off)   I removed the Noel sign that was on it and now I can use it year round.

I bought a couple of the tobacco baskets .......

I also use items to decorate with that I use everyday.......

I  DID  (not any more )     have a big stack of pictures that I used to decorate with........

Now I have a small file folder full of prints that I attach a stick on magnet to the back and have an instant picture.     I print them off on my home printer and a whole bunch of them will fit in a file folder when not in use.......compared to all the room my stacks of pictures were taking up.

I have used my vintage chicken feeder so many ways.......

Today I have a Rooster print on it to go with the Valentine theme I have on the fireplace in the family room.

My print is attached (again )   with stick on magnets.

In the first photo you can see how I put my feeder on a pedestal to give it a new look.   

The second photo shows how I took it apart and made two pieces to set on the kitchen counter this past Christmas.

I plan on using my feeder in the yard too this summer.     How cute will it be as a birdhouse hanging on a tree in the yard!

I have a chicken print on the display cabinet next to it .......

I also have a bird on the chandy like you saw on the other side.     (I like things to balance....lol)

I wanted to share one more thing!     When I was in the yard earlier,   I spotted a purple spot in the flower bed.

We've had a very mild winter here in Eastern New Mexico,   and the spring flowers are starting to show their pretty heads!

Since last fall,    I have been  simplifying,  purging,  cleaning,   donating,   and taking loads of "stuff" to the auction     I am only going to keep the things that I love.   

I'm so glad  you stopped by for a visit today......come back soon!