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When we first moved into this house over the summer, I knew that this dining room fireplace was going to be the focal point of our Christmas decor. A fireplace is a warm and cozy space to gather in the winter and around the table is the perfect place to spend the holidays. If you… Continue reading Holiday Fireside Essentials
Unless you're new here, you know that I love thrifting. It's like my therapy; wandering looking for a diamond in the rough. Last summer I started collecting baskets; different shapes and sizes. They've been sitting and waiting as I've slowly added to the stash and I decided that it was time to finally do something… Continue reading DIY: Thrifted Basket Wall
I'm a mama of three. As my kids are getting older I'm realizing how important it is to stay organized. My kids are all into sports and activities now. It seems like every day of the week there is some sort of practice or game or school activity happening in addition to all the chores… Continue reading DIY: Family Command Center
It's no secret that we love to travel. My hubby and I take trips, just the two of us, a few times a year. It's our love language. We love quality time together, to focus on just us. Over the course of our frequent travel I have collected lots of great finds from Amazon. Here… Continue reading Amazon Fashion Finds for Your Spring Break Cruise/Beach Vacation
I am definitely a bargain hunter and, as a busy mom, I love online shopping. Amazon has become my go-to place for affordable, yet fashionable finds! Here is a list of some great items you need in your fall/winter closet. This super soft sweater. This sweater is the softest chenille fabric. Comes in lots of… Continue reading Amazon Fashion Finds for Fall/Winter
I know I don't share my photography work quite as much around here anymore. To be honest, 2019 was a tough year for me creatively in that area. I went through a little bit of an identity crisis. Mom life has become busier than ever. Having three kids in school and activities is no joke.… Continue reading Top 10 Images of 2019
Since we did a big remodel of our main living areas this year, I had to completely rethink and redesign our Christmas decor. The biggest challenge was the mantel. We recently moved the TV to hang above the fireplace which meant none of my usual holiday decor would fit in that spot anymore. The TV… Continue reading DIY: Mini Pom-Pom Christmas Tree
Holidays and birthdays, and life in general, have always been about experiences in our house. We try not to focus on the things, but instead create memories along the way. I started our Activity Advent experience, the "25 Days of Hupp-mas" as I once called it, back in 2011. At the time, we had a… Continue reading DIY: Activity Advent Calendar
There is enough to worry about during the holidays. Taking the time to create brand new table decor for every holiday dinner probably falls to the bottom of the long to-do list. Simple and easy decor is always my go-to, so table centerpieces is no different. I have a few basic decor pieces that stay… Continue reading How to Use Simple Decor Pieces to Create Multiple Holiday Centerpieces
You've all seen the super soft and cozy, chunky knit blankets. You've wanted one until you checked out the price tag!! These things sell for over $100 lots of places. What if I told you, you could totally make one yourself. That it's super easy. Only takes a couple hours. And only costs $30-45!! WHAT?!!… Continue reading DIY: Chunky Knit Blanket Tutorial
Courtney MaCaire 