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    The Minimalist and Maximalist Guide to Decorating for the Holidays

    For some, the holidays haven’t officially begun until their home is decked to the nines in festive decor. For others, a limited selection of trimmings in a more subdued color palette is just enough. Truth is: There’s no right or wrong way to deck your halls. That’s why we’ve teamed up with JCPenney to bring […] More

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    How to Make an Advent Wreath

    Have you ever wondered how to make an Advent Wreath? I created one that is fresh, colorful and easy to make. I share the full tutorial below, but first take a look at this video: [embedded content] To make this advent wreath, you will need: Candles (I used the traditional purple, pink, and white candles) […] More

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    How to Care for Your Christmas Cactus so It Will Bloom All Holiday Season Long

    Christina SchmidhoferGetty Images Christmas cacti bloom just in time for the holidays (hence their name), and they’re pretty stunning too. The hanging branches, which are made up of flat, glossy green segments, can grow to up to 3 feet long. Flowers in red, white, yellow, pink, or purple appear at the tips of these branches […] More

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    Easy Floating Shelves

    This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of High & Mighty. All opinions are 100% mine. I recently discovered High & Mighty’s floating wall shelves which require no tools (they need just the push of your thumbs and everything you need to hang comes in the box). Installation is a breeze, and […] More

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    3 Easy Ways to Deck Your Walls This Holiday Season

    Chances are you can decorate your Christmas tree, front yard, and staircase with your eyes closed. But what about those less common spaces? Think that empty spot above the mantel, the blank white wall in your entryway, or even your windows. To jumpstart your inspiration, we came up with three fun and festive ideas for […] More

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    How to Decorate Your Home for Every Type of Holiday Gathering

    There’s no shortage of things to love about the holidays. Aside from gingerbread houses, matching PJ sets, and Hallmark movie marathons aside, the season’s best attribute is the festive decor you get to sprinkle around your home to bring month-long joy. Before guests start flooding in, it’s a good idea to lay a foundation for […] More

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    Easy DIY Pumpkin Craft

    I made this easy DIY pumpkin craft several years ago and love it so much, I decided to share again. I also wanted to make some new pumpkins to match our decor since I am always changing the colors (and styles) in our home. You can watch the video tutorial below, and I follow with […] More

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    How to Bleach Clothes and Prevent White Items From Fading

    It’s hard to find the perfect white t-shirt, there’s no doubt about that — which is why it’s a real bummer when you realize your favorite shirt has seen better days. But before you toss or donate it, follow the advice below from Carolyn Forte, director at the Good Housekeeping Institute Cleaning Lab, on how […] More