Last-minute Holiday Decorating on a Dime
Are you a little (or a lot) behind on your holiday decorating this year? No funds left for the festive frill? We feel you! We’re often so consumed with Thanksgiving travel plans, holiday baking marathons and checking our shopping lists (twice… naturally), that all of a sudden it’s Christmas Eve and not a decoration is …
Great Hostess Gifts Under $15
With the holidays come a variety of parties to attend, and one of the toughest tasks is finding great hostess gifts that don’t feel cheap or impractical. To help you out, we’ve put together a list of some of the best hostess gifts you can bring this holiday season that won’t break the bank. If …
Twists on Holiday Traditions
Tired of the same old holiday decorations? Bored with your usual Christmas dinner? Want to try something new? Today, I’m sharing some cool twists on holiday traditions! Let’s start with the Christmas tree. I love this wrapping paper roll tree from A Little Tipsy: How about a vintage ladder for a tree? Kelly at Eclectically Vintage made this one, …
Cozy Spaces to Keep You Warm
Is it getting colder where you live? Here in the South, it’s been unseasonably warm, but cold weather is on its way! Here are some ways to create cozy spaces to keep you warm when Old Man Winter comes calling. When the temperature drops, I want to pile on blankets and quilts – whether in …
7 DIY Gifts Your Kids Can Make This Holiday Season
We all love our children but let’s just say it — people only need so much macaroni art. Your kids are generous, creative beings and who can blame them for wanting to share that with the world? Here are seven projects you can use to channel that creative energy (and free labor) into gifts anyone …
Ten Holiday Housekeeping Hacks
A messy home, impromptu guests and a daunting to do list of chores can kill the holiday spirit faster than a sold out sign on Black Friday. Keep your sanity and housework in check this holiday season with our list of ten smart solution housekeeping hacks. Swap your cleaning gloves for a pair of mittens …
12 Easy Holiday Baking Ideas
They’re here! The holidays, that is… are you ready? I always try to have a few treats baked up for drop-in visitors, hostess gifts, or to simply feed my crowd. But let’s face it: time is precious these days and I’m not one to spend an entire day in the kitchen. Today I’m sharing 12 easy …
Quick and Easy Thanksgiving Fare
Thanksgiving is by far, one of my favorite holidays! It is a time to truly reflect on all of the blessings in our lives and to be grateful for what we have been given. It is also an excuse to spend all day with family members that you don’t see often enough, eat more food …
Avoid the Headache When Hosting Guests For The Holidays
The holidays are coming, and with them a flood of friends and family visiting from all over the country. Preparing your mind and your home for all of that activity and stress can be overwhelming, so here are some quick tips to keep you sane while hosting guests this season. Don’t get overwhelmed with …
DIY Fall Centerpieces and Table Decor
Halloween is behind us and now it’s time to focus on Thanksgiving. We all want to set a beautiful table for our family and friends at Thanksgiving, but without spending a lot of money on the centerpiece or table decor. Good news! You don’t need to hire or be a florist or spend a ton of …