11.22.2023

Our Book Wishlist

The New Book (1915) by Jessie Wilcox West

hello! for today's blogmas post, I thought I'd share our book wish list. I've broken it down to three sections -- books for the schoolroom, for our family library and for my personal collection.

* as always, some links are... you guessed it -- affiliate!

We love books in this house and this list is ever evolving, but here are the ones we currently have our eyes on.

For The Schoolroom

Hello Trees: A Little Guide to Nature

Glow: A Family Guide to the Night Sky

Islands: Explore the World's Most Unique Places

The Children of the Hat Cottage

Hello Fungi: A Little Guide to Nature

Happy Stories for Nature Lover

Upstairs Mouse, Downstairs Mole

Mouse and Mole: Fine Feathered Friends

A Brand New Day With Mouse and Mole

Mouse and Mole: Secret Valentine

Mouse and Mole: Lo and Behold!

Mouse and Mole: The Secret to Happiness

Mouse and Mole: Clink, Clank, Clunk!

For The Home Library

The Vietnam War: The Definitive Illustrated History

this list is always getting things added to it, but for now, I think I'll wrap it up. I really could go on and on about books that I would love to have -- especially when it comes to the vintage ones. there are so many treasures out there!

OH. just wanted to say happy thanksgiving to everyone since that is tomorrow! I won't be posting anything tomorrow, but will have a post up friday. so, until then, stay safe and warm!

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11.21.2023

Holiday + Winter Themed Children's Books

Vintage Christmas Postcard (1916) by Stecher Lithographic Comapany

hello there friends, today, I'm sharing books that are in our line up next month to help ring in winter and the holiday season! If you've been here for a while, you know that one of my dreams is to have a built in bookshelf on an entire wall in my home, so I am constantly looking for books to add to my collection. the books I am sharing today are books that we already own and love.

*I know you already know this, but some links are affiliate!

also, noting that we're back to the lists. widgets are nice, but there is something about browsing a list that cannot be beat. I'll try to add a widget when I can, but a lot of boutiques and small shops can't have their items added, so that's what makes the lists my favorite option!

books for winter

snow

over and under the snow

snow birds

snowscapes

winter sleep

goodbye autumn, hello winter

sugar and spice and everything mice

little homesteader winter treasury

so much snow

a blessing for winter's child

winter snow fun

mouse and mole: a winter wonderland

penguins and polar bears

the story of snow children

the big snow

books for christmas

pick a pine tree

little red sleigh

twas the season of advent

the polar express

merry christmas, george

one night in bethlehem

mary did you know?

all of creation waits

christmas is coming: traditions from around the world

the snowflake

how winston delivered christmas

the twelve days of christmas

a christmas wish for corduroy

gingerbread mouse

mr. willowby's christmas tree

the christmas miracle of jonathan toomey

christmas is coming: an advent book

year of the perfect christmas tree

apple tree christmas

cat family christmas

arthur's christmas

the gift of the magi

cranberry christmas

richard's scarry best christmas book ever!

a peter rabbit christmas collection

how the grinch stole christmas

the first christmas night

mortimer's christmas manger

how winston came home for christmas

alright my dears, that's a wrap. tomorrow I'm sharing books that are on our wish list!

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11.20.2023

Prepping for the Holidays in The Kitchen

vintage ocean spray ad

hello again. welcome to another day of blogmas! friends, it's thanksgiving week and we're inching closer to December -- just 10 more days! and you know what that means -- a lot of christmas themed parties are in the works. Lots of baking, holiday dinners, and time spent with those we love and care about!

So here's a little post dedicated to all the holiday kitchen things: pans, cookbooks and serve/tableware!

*all links are affiliate!

also, as you may notice, I opted to use widgets in this post to shake things up! instead of a graphic + item list, just click on the photo and go directly to the item. I prefer the item list because places like Amazon or small shops don't work on widget sites, but today, I've linked only major retailers.

holiday themed cake pans

holiday table

holiday cookbooks

annnnnd, that's a wrap for today. hope you enjoyed this little holiday round up. I'll see you tomorrow!

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11.17.2023

Stocking Stuffer Ideas for Kids

christmas card from Christmas Lion Coffee

hello friends, it's another day of blogmas and today we're talking about stocking stuffers for kids. like I mentioned in the adult stocking stuffer post, I love to gift practical things in stocking and it's no different for kids -- socks, underwear, undershirts and pjs are always contenders!

*do I need to even say anything? some links are affiliate!

this year, I'm doing things a little bit different taking a themed approach -- each stocking will encompass things needed to create a cozy Christmas eve. each child will get a pajama set (that's a traditional stocking item at this point), fuzzy socks, a bath bomb, small jar of hot chocolate, and a new slumberkin!

I love having the kids open up their stocking on Christmas Eve because it's the perfect way to sprinkle joy into the day as we wait for the 25th. I've also found that the kids love on the things in the stockings a bit more if we open them on one day and then have presents the next especially when mama sneaks in some practical gifts!

for the girls + boys

face crayons

snow flurries gummies

hot cocoa lip balm

pastel paint sticks

american girl book

cats cradle

wooden bunny

bird kazoo

strawberry pencil set

candy cane dough

german doll

garden ring set

heart charm bracelet

lip balm trio

pastel eye shadows

purple glitter body mist

snowflake hair clips

lego sunflower

barbie pet cat set

pixie flyer

sparkle temporary tattoo pens

shell mirror

flower hair clips

jewelry kit

wash off nail polish

macaroon erasers

candy shaped highlighters

sea shell soap

princess figurine

barbie doctor

polly pocket castle compact

jolly wreath gummies

harmonica

brain quest game

ninja erasers

star wand

mushroom kaleidoscope

bear slingshot

squirrel whistle

wooden dog

bath crayons

first pocket knife

putty

king figurine

kids digital camera

elmo glo pal

froggy socks

patchwork puzzle

neon block set

lego nutcracker

hot wheels bath bomb

infinity cube

finger board

pirate spy glass

glow stars

volcano crystal growing kit

dino teeth chalk

alright friends, that's all I've got for you today! see you on monday. :)

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11.16.2023

Stocking Stufffer Ideas for Adults

happy thursday, friends. welcome back to the blog. we've made it half way through blogmas! how exciting -- we're only 38 days away from Christmas. I'm super glad I opted to start blogmas earlier this year because it gives us all plenty of time to plan and shop.

today, we're talking stocking stuffers! growing up, I didn't do stockings, but it's quickly becoming one of my favorite parts of Christmas. It's the perfect place to gift trinkets and practical items which everyone tends to gloss over.

*you already know what I am gonna say -- some links are affiliate!

generally, the basics like underwear, socks, thermal pajamas are all perfect for stockings. for the ladies, I tend to add in some lush self care items because every girl deserves a little pampering every now and then. for men, I opt for self care items that they may not have bought for themselves like a shower steamer or bath bomb. I also like to incorporate items that speak to the person's individual hobbies and interests for a more personalized approach. in short, my main thought process is gift things that people will want to reach for after the holidays are over.

for adults

mouse salt + pepper shakers

butterfly scarf

lip balm

small frame

claw clip

blue bird brooch

locket

claw clip

garden tile coaster

fancy bar of soap

hair mask

nail polish

mascara duo

press on nail kit

hair tie cracker pack

velvet makeup pouch

fancy toothpaste

fuzzy socks

face brush

bubble bath gem

fish pocket knife

wolf bottle opener

memo books

tire gauge

snowflake multi tool

chill pills bath bombs

bar of soap

face wash

stripped boxer

retro point + shoot phone converter

money clip

river knife

grill rub set

slippers

mineral deodorant

fitness dice

matchbox

tabasco key chain

portable campfire

peppermint bark

bear claw back scratcher

for the college students

care bear nail polish set

fuzzy cloud cosmetic bag

hand sanitizer mist set

glitter lip gloss

heatless curl set

scrunchies

lip tint

pickle ball set

checkered creaseless clips

ruffle sock pack

deodorant gel

under eye masks

lidstar eye shadow

perfume

candy cane candle

skywash matte lid tint

eye pencil

tweezer set

tinted sunscreen stick

velcro hair rollers

lip treatment

pickleball paddle

vanilla peppermint body scrub

waffle bath bomb

slippers

dumpster sharpener with flame notecards

car wipes

3 in 1 for men

air duster

phone case wallet

lip balm

pocket screw driver

small flashlight

kiehl's shaving kit

keyboard lamp

dopp kit

midnight cloud cream

sheet masks for men

nail clipper set

cord organizers

bath bomb

golf in a tin can

checkered socks

carhartt beanie

handheld steamer and iron

power cable duo

headphone stand

weatherman umbrella

men's pickleball paddle

joy-con soft touch housing

and that's a wrap! tomorrow we're looking at kid stocking stuffers, so I'll see you on the flippity flip!

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11.15.2023

Gift Guides for Him

Vorweihnacht by Franz Krüger

hello hello, welcome back to blogmas! as promised, it's time for more gift guides :) Can you believe that we've made it to day eleven? I've been having a blast, and I hope you've been enjoying these posts as well!

*here is that little disclaimer about some links being affiliate!

today, we're talking all about HIM; the men in our lives -- our dads, brothers, sons, etc. they're often the hardest to shop for, so here are some ideas!

for the fathers

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