My inspiration for our front porch came when I found a nutcracker at one of my favorite local shops, that was already hand painted in the prettiest colors! I knew I wanted the nutcracker to be the star, and accent with real evergreen trees and loads of fresh garland for a maximalist look. You have probably seen this nutcracker in the original red form on social media. I walked into The Simple Nest and immediately asked the store owner, Aubrey if she would sell it and she was happy to! She did say it took her hours to paint him, I can imagine it was a BIG project. Around the ... Read More
We Covered a Door with a Cabinet and Christmas in our Dining Room 2023
In our dining room, we have a fireplace in the center of the room, really the focal point. Next to it we have a cabinet that I have loved! It's very large and I can store lots of serving pieces in it. I've been thinking how I'd really like another cabinet, on the other side of the fireplace. Only problem, there is a door. Seems like a big deal, right? Well the more I thought about, the more it didn't seem like a deal breaker. The door is a pocket door that leads to our office. But it's not the only entrance to the office. And we rarely use the office to dining room door. We mainly walked ... Read More
Christmas Gift Guide Younger Boys 2023
This guide is for (mostly boys) different ages up to about ten. Most of the items we have or someone we know has, and really enjoys it. Finn helped with all these toy ideas, everything from arts and crafts, building and educational toys to pretend play and outdoor toys! Silent Basketball // Gabb Watch // Rocket Snow Tube // Headphones // Electric Motorcycle // Pickleball Launching Machine // Pickleball Paddle // Elephant & Piggie Books // Crocs // Goo Jit zu Heroes // Light Up Tracing Pad // Gravity Maze Game // Rainbow Loom // Nintendo Switch Console with Mario Kart Game // Super ... Read More
Christmas Gift Guide For Him 2023
I try to personalize my gifts or even think about something they need but make it fun. There is a little something on this guide for any guy, Kevin helped me out and he always comes up with fun things! Which is a perk for me, makes shopping easy to get him the one thing he doesn't have on this list! If you are looking to expand your gift-giving for HIM this year, consider these must-haves for your guy, hope it helps! Christmas Gift Guide for Him- Portable Smart Speaker // Jack Carr Series // Promix Pre-Workout // CBD Muscle Rub // Henry Rose Cologne // ... Read More
Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels with Printable Recipe
Do you have a neighbor that drops by that one special yummy treat over the Christmas Holiday that you look forward to every year? You don't expect it, but you sure hope for it! We have a sweet neighbor that has brought us by cinnamon rolls since we moved in and it brings us so much joy! When we lived in Connecticut there was a neighbor who brought by Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels, they didn't last long because we couldn't stop snacking on them, they taste like Christmas! These easy Cinnamon Sugar Pretzels are the perfect sweet and salty snack! Crunchy and full of flavor. We love how quick ... Read More
15 Creative Target Gift Ideas for Favorite Things Parties, Neighbors and Friends.
More and more friend groups are catching onto the favorite things parties. I've been to a couple this year and I love how fun and competitive they get! I rounded up some fun (and stinking cute) gifts that I love and that will have all your friends fighting over. Honesty, I want to keep them all! Makes for great teacher, neighbor and friend gifts too! Thank you Target for sponsoring this post 15 Gift Ideas- Star Pretzels // Serving Bowl with Lid // Cutting Board // Cheese Knives // Crackers // Mini Cake Stand // Olive Oil and Vinegar oil Jars // Salt and Pepper Cellars // Dish ... Read More
7 Things every Bedroom and Guest Room Needs
We recently painted one of our guest rooms purple, with green wallpaper. I was asked if I was going to change the paint color so boys would like it too. To me color is color, and all the kids love it, because it is a room they can enjoy! That being said, if I stay in your guest room, I honestly could care less what color your walls are painted. All I care about is if the bed is comfortable, I have extra blankets and the temperature is adjustable, let's be honest, that we don't get too hot. Thought I would compile a list of the top things every bedroom and guest room should have! Thank you ... Read More
Christmas Kitchen with Open Shelves and Dried Fruit garland
Dried fruit used as Christmas decorations isn't new...but it's new to me! I had art that motivated me to give it a try and I am so happy I did. Truly a very simple and cheap way to add some color and character to your Christmas. Sharing how we made a garland with really the only two things you need, fruit and time! I've always hung green garland over my kitchen window for the holidays. So cozy!! This year, I was inspired by my new art (see below) to mix in orange and grapefruit garland. This is the art, Citrus Garland art from Lindsay Letters that inspired me to try making a dried ... Read More
11 Classic Holiday finds from Target
Every year as we bring out the Christmas bins and start to unbox, there are items I know I don't want to use anymore. Items that feel dated or the colors seem off from what I want. And then, there are items that I use every year, classic items that always find their way out for the Holiday season. Sharing those or similar items that I have from Target here! Thank you Target for sponsoring this post Top Target Holiday Finds- 1. Wooden Christmas Spindle Ornament 2. Preserved Grass and Snowberry Wreath 3. Ceramic Bell Ornaments 4. Tree Pattern Rolling Pin 5. Wooden Bead Garland 6. ... Read More
Christmas Gift Guide 2023 Under $25- Hostess Gifts, Teacher Gifts, Neighbors and More
These gifts are perfect for a favorite things party, a gift exchange or just looking for something to give a friend. Love this to take as a hostess gift! All super thoughtful and a little something for everyone! Hoping to make your gift giving easy this year. PS- my outfit from HERE Tree Serving Tray // Snowflake Board // Wreath Board // Star cookie Cutter // Snowflake Cookie Cutter // Tree Puzzle // Puzzle Glue // Tree Candy Jar // Gingerbread Candy Jar // Tree Drink Dispenser // White Tree Mug // Flute Mason Jar // Star Anise Bulk // Christmas Baking Cups and Parchment ... Read More
