Earlier this week, I showed how I made this full, fluffy Christmas/winter wreath out of two thinner wreaths. Not only did it add fullness to the wreath, but it added more texture. You can read all...
2022 advent stockings | christmas decorating
I got a text from Calvin on December 1 and it was one word. "Advent." I was hoping he would just forget about it this year. Since my boys were toddlers, I've done advent stockings for them. Each...
fluffy full wreath hack | Christmas decorating
As I shared last week, Christmas decorating this year is about doing the best I can. It's about enjoying what I can do and letting go of what I can't. And, I have to say, it's felt pretty good so...
decorating for Christmas in a “new ” house
When I was in high school, we moved into a newly-built house the day after Christmas. It was a little strange, but it felt like a part of Christmas. My new room was the best gift of the year and a...
my top 15 favorite Christmas crafts
Last year, I was particularly in the mood to get crafty for Christmas. Some years, I just want to focus on big-picture decorating, but last year, it was the details that captured my attention and I...
christmas decorating sources 2022
I think 2021 was my favorite year so far when it comes to decorating for Christmas. I started early because I felt like it and I genuinely enjoyed the process, the projects, and relishing the...
outdoor fall entertaining with Walmart
Disclosure; This post is sponsored by Walmart. As always, all words and opinions expressed are honest and my own. I have partnered with Walmart many times over the years and I am excited to be...
salt dough ornament molds
Too soon? Yes, of course, it's too soon for Christmas posts, but I am starting to think about Christmas projects and decorations. I really enjoyed making things for Christmas last year and I would...
mexican lasagna bake aka burrito cake recipe
I love recipes that are...quick to make, can be made in one pot, are easy to adjust to different food preferences, and are delicious! Such is the case with this Mexican Lasagna Bake. It's a fusion...
the best strawberry rhubarb crisp
We have an absolutely wonderful next-door neighbor. She has blown snow out of our driveway when Jeff was unable to, she has saved Calvin's bike from sitting out on the sidewalk overnight, and she...