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How to Make Mini Tealight Ornaments

November 28, 2017

A few months back I was preparing for Hurricane Irma to possibly go in the direction of Charlotte, NC. In preparing for the storm I purchased a few packs of LED tealights for our two kids. Tea lights don't give out an abundance of light, but they would comfort our kids at night if the power went out. We didn't end up needing the tealights so I decided to use them in a winter craft project!

A pack of 24 flameless tealights are under $10, and I used vintage jacquard ribbon (leftover from my vintage Etsy shop) to wrap around the base of the lights. The tealight ornaments remind me of mini baskets and are definitely small-budget friendly! These ornaments would also be pretty attached to a gift to add a personal touch.

Gift Guide: Shop My House

November 20, 2017

The holidays are approaching and I know we are about gifts for our loved ones! I wasn't comfortable recommending products to you that I haven't tried. I have a background in product design and know firsthand that styling doesn't necessarily equal a great product. A successful consumer product should have good function, hold up well over time, AND have nice style. So I decided to share 25 of my favorites from around my house!

It is my hope that I can inspire you to think beyond coffee mugs & fuzzy sweaters (though those are great too!). I split my 25 recommendations below into 4 price categories: stocking stuffers under $25, under $50, under $150, and under $500. Happy shopping!!

A Modern Holiday Home Tour

November 18, 2017

This is my first year creating a "holiday home tour." And to be honest: I am a little nervous. In the past I have shared my ornament ideas and holiday recipes. But this year I am branching out to show you how I decorate for Christmas in our home. My philosophy for holiday decorating? Keep it simple, display what you love, and don't spend a lot of money doing it. I would rather see you keep things simple and spend extra money on holiday gifts for loved ones and donate to your favorite non-profit.

Favorite Pieces from the Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia Line at Target

October 27, 2017

Can we talk about the new Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia line at Target for a minute? I adore Chip & Joanna Gaines' story, heart for family, and entrepreneurial spirit. I can't categorize my style as true farmhouse-rustic, BUT I do love a good galvanized piece. I definitely believe rustic can be blended with modern, especially around the holidays.

And several of these pieces have a modern, almost Scandinavian aesthetic. Another thing I was surprised to find about this product line--I found several pieces to give a masculine vibe like this thermos. Perfect timing for the "hard to buy for" men in our lives.