Every Christmas needs at least one recipe you don’t have to think twice about — this is mine. I’ve been making this Christmas Day Chicken from Taste of Home (2008) Best Holiday Recipes for years, and it never disappoints. Easy, cozy, and always a hit at the table. DIRECTIONS Place the chicken in two large...
These painted decorative houses started as an end-of-season find at Meijer last year. At the time, they were simple and inexpensive — not something you’d expect to turn into a full project. But they had good shape, clean lines, and plenty of potential, which is exactly what I look for when shopping after the season...
I didn’t start this Jumbo Christmas Ornament with painting instructions. I took a class, sat with the blank jumbo ornament for a while, and honestly — it took some time before anything clicked. I knew I didn’t want to rush it. The scale matters with a jumbo piece, and I wanted the design to feel...
This Christmas centerpiece came together as some of my favorites do — without a big plan, a big budget, or another shopping trip. I used items I already had on hand, leaned into natural textures, and let everything work together instead of forcing a theme. The result feels classic, cozy, and calm — exactly what...
Every year, I make my kiddos a Christmas ornament. It’s a simple tradition that’s become one of my favorite projects of the season—part homemade keepsake, part “they’ll treasure this someday” craft. This year, I tried an Anthropologie-inspired ornament trend that’s been all over TikTok… and after a little trial and error, they turned out so...
Christmas 2025 is looking a little shinier this year! If you love a little sparkle but hate waste, this trend is for you. I’m calling it Silver Bells & Mirror Balls — a glam, disco-inspired Christmas look you can create using old ornaments, forgotten décor, and a little creative reuse. WHAT I STARTED WITH I...
A 2025 Holiday Trend That’s All About Heart, Home, and Vintage Charm Let’s be honest—every season brings a new trend, a color palette, or a “must-have” moment. But for me, nothing feels better than walking into a home that just… feels like Christmas. Not the catalog version with perfectly styled mantels and matching gift wrap.I’m talking...
Simple, thoughtful gifts I actually use, love, recommend or have gifted. And, they are on SALE! Every single thing in this guide is something I’ve used myself, gifted before, or personally own. I’m a big believer that gifts don’t have to be complicated — they just need to be useful, pretty, and chosen with intention....
If you’re hosting, attending, or simply want a few pretty gifts ready for the season, this little boxed candle is one of the easiest, most thoughtful ideas I’ve made all year. It’s simple. It looks elevated. And the best part? I already made the round holiday stickers for you—just download and print them at the...
If you’ve ever walked through a holiday boutique and thought, “I could totally make that…” — this project is for you. And, this happened to me! These ribbon trees are charming, cozy, and look like something straight from a high-end home decor shoppe… but they’re incredibly simple to make. Even better? They’re the perfect way to use...