Phase 2 of The House Behind The Trees ~ The downstairs #TeelsBuildaHouse

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So we are starting the downstairs ... I HATE to say basement because we had a basement in our old home, where you opened a door and went down stairs separated from anything else. It was a finished basement complete with a bedroom, craft room, family/game room and we spent a lot of time there ~ our oldest son moved down there in jr high and stayed through high school ... until we finished the master suite in the attic then he moved back up to the bedroom floor with his brother and sister.  So here our downstairs is open to the rest of the house, you can see through to the outside from the top of the stairs going down because we have a wall of windows down there as well.  We really didn't plan to have a kiddo down there but since we are having to do a switch-a-roo with rooms (I'll explain later) he is moving home soon and will be downstairs. Anyhoo, our downstairs will house our main family room, our middle sons room, a full bath and kitchenette.  I thought it would be fun ...
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Who says Orange is the New Black.....Sophisticated Black and White Halloween Decor and Party Ideas without Orange!

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From mantels to tablescapes, from party favors to treats, there is a black and white Halloween idea for you. Who says we have to be traditional and use orange and black, black and white is just asfestive and equally gets the point across ~ ITS HALLOWEEN! Here are a few ideas to try for your next Halloween gathering, party or just decorating.

Party Table ~ Decorate your party table using all black and white, from the decor to the goodies!



Tablescapes and Mantels ~ Use feather boas, buntings and swag to drape. Spray paint anything you can get your hands on in silver glitter, black or white. Then arrange elements until your satisfied.



Food, Beverage and Goodies ~ Use black and white paper goods. Use containers that are black, white or clear and/or decorate containers using black and white adornments. Finish your food items off using white or black edible pretties.



Welcome ~ Don't forget the entryway! Whether it's a wreath or your entryway,use black and white to set the stage for your sophisticated black and white theme.



Pumpkins ~ Don't forget about the pumpkins....no matter where you place them, inside or out. Use anything you have on hand or anything your creative mind conjures up, from ribbons, paint, stickers, and jewels! Let your creative side shine!!!


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