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Present & Past Christmas Home Tours

Get a glimpse of how my Christmas decor has changed over the last decade! I'll show you how I like to keep the decor simple and liveable throughout the holiday season. I really debated about even sharing my house this year. I didn't do anything original and the decor is similar to last year...but I LOVE looking back on all the past years. (And I wanted to make sure I had something to look back on!) So here's my house this year. I didn't add anything extra for the pictures and took ... Read More about Present & Past Christmas Home Tours

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Throw a New Year’s Party with 1 Hour Prep

Filed Under: Entertaining

Are you hosting a New Year's Eve gathering this year? After spending well over a month decorating, entertaining, and getting ready for Christmas, chances are you don't want to spend a lot of time preparing for something else just a week later. There are a few things you can do to throw a New Year's party with an hour (two tops!) of prep. This way you can enjoy the holiday without spending days planning. All it takes is keeping everything as SIMPLE as possible. How to Throw a New Year's Party ... Read More about Throw a New Year’s Party with 1 Hour Prep

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Simple Holiday Bedroom Decor

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I'm not gonna lie, I don't like cold weather. I'm a Texas girl living in the Midwest, so I've had to adapt! One way I get through winter is creating cozy spaces...full of thick cozy blankets. I feel like during the holidays my house is full of extra decor, so I like to keep my bedroom a little simpler. (It's the place I retreat to relax and recharge!) My family loves to ski, but we have never lived near mountains. (South Texas and Indiana are about as flat as they come!) But ... Read More about Simple Holiday Bedroom Decor

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FREE Holiday Planner

Filed Under: Christmas Decor, Printables

Get this free holiday planner to help you stay organized this year. It's 22 pages, and includes everything from "Things to Do" to your shopping list! Why do we associate the holidays with "hustle and bustle"? Shouldn't it be a time of "rest and peace"? When you’re extra busy, or money is tight, it can create feelings of stress and exhaustion. However, I’m here to tell you that no matter what’s going on in your life and with your bank account, there is a way to enjoy the season. The secret ... Read More about FREE Holiday Planner

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Setting the Mood For the Holidays with HALO HOME Smart System

Filed Under: DIY, Lighting

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sponsored by HALO Home. All opinions are 100% mine. One of the things I love most about this time of year is the coziness of being home when it's cold out...and lighting plays a huge part in setting the tone. I love being able to dim the lights in the evening and I recently discovered Eaton's Bring HALO Home Smart Lighting System. They made creating a mood so easy! HALO Home Smart lighting system has a wide range ... Read More about Setting the Mood For the Holidays with HALO HOME Smart System

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