The holidays are all about cozy vibes, twinkling lights, time with family oh, and the challenge of setting a Christmas placesetting that looks like it stepped out of a magazine. But let’s keep it real, a chic holiday table doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. This year, I’ve rounded up a mix of classic, […]
Favorite Things The favorite things party is honestly one of my favorite of the whole year. Because holiday shopping turns into a little game of “one for you, two for me,” I feel a lot less guilty when someone else is giving me their favorite things than me buying them for myself! Speaking of favorite […]
Sometimes when I shop for holiday gifts, I find things that Santa needs to bring me. And Santa has my debit card number, so it works out well. Here are some of the things I buy for others….and let’s be honest….myself. 😂😜 This Holiday Gift list is full of thoughtful, chic items that I love […]
The first step in creating your blue Christmas wonderland is choosing the right shades of blue. Opt for a combination of deep blues like…
How to fluff a Christmas Tree? Fluffing a Christmas tree: How to do some things don’t occur to you until you figure out you are doing it wrong. Saying Rural. or Worcestershire. Trying to verify you’re a human online and you are not sure if the corner of the bus counts as a bus or […]
Glass ornaments bring a unique sparkle and shine that plastic or metal decorations often lack. They reflect light beautifully, creating a magical, twinkling effect on your Christmas tree. To start, choose a variety of glass ornaments in different shapes and sizes think classic baubles and delicate icicles.
Here is the criteria for my gift guides.
Do I want this?
If the answer is yes, it goes on.
If it is for someone other than a woman like me, I think,
“Would I want that if I were him/them/that teacher/that Sonic worker?”
(Of course I bring gifts to my Sonic carhops.)
Again, yes?
Boom.
You are not behind. No matter when in the season you decorate. Your pace is perfect. In most of the homes I decorate, they underestimate how many ornaments will fill the tree. Get MORE than you think you need. Need a place to start? Find some of my recent decorations here, my Christmas decorating toolbox, and […]