I always try to have candles lit around the house, creating a cozy ambiance and filling the air with the scent of warm vanilla sugar and sweet cinnamon pumpkin.  With autumn in full swing I decided it was time to redecorate a bit, and the hutch near our entrance was the perfect place to begin.

I love the combination of rugged burlap and classic lace for the luminaries which were made with empty jars.  The luminaries are best described “rustic meets romance.” Placing a piece of burlap in an inexpensive frame creates an intriguing texture and provides a nice background for a message to be written with a dry-erase marker. Both craft projects were simple and even better – budget friendly.  If you are feeling crafty, you can see the tutorials here and here.