Friday faves

[not a single spot undecorated this year]

Our halls are decked and one of my absolute favorite additions this year is this wireless remote control electrical outlet switch for our indoor Christmas lights. “Number 664 will be going on right about… now.”

I love snagging delicious cheese to go from The Cheese Shop in Des Moines, and I made a beeline into the store on a recent Thursday to grab one of the best I’ve ever had, the elusive Black Betty. It only comes out around this time of year, and when it’s gone, it’s gone.

I stumbled upon this photo exhibit in an old magazine I finally sat down with this week. It served as a reminder of how quickly time goes by and to remember to cherish the little things.

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TTD home: holiday favorites 2020

My halls are already decked. I mean, it’s 2020 and this year has been a doozy, so why the heck not! I have snagged a few new things this year to add to my Christmas decor collection. Have you gotten a jump start on your decorating this year?

Threshold x Studio McGee Cylinder wooden tree
Williams Sonoma Winter Forest Candle
Hobby Lobby mini cedar wreath
Anthropologie Jingle Bell Bottle Opener
Hobby Lobby wooden nutcracker
Anthropologie North Pole Juice Glass
Wondershop Tinsel Christmas Tree
Wondershop Sleigh Rides Hanging Sign
Wondershop Santa Sleigh & Reindeer Garland
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Holiday Advent Calendar
Anthropologie Holiday Tree Teaspoons
Threshold x Studio McGee 3ft Artificial Plain Wood Vessel Tree
Ashland Seagrass Tree Collar
Celebrate It Grosgrain Stripes Ribbon

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Little looks: Christmas jammies 2020

It should come as no surprise that as the clock struck midnight on Halloween, my children’s pajamas magically turned from bats and skeletons to trees and elves. Well, not literally, but the change was abrupt! We love festive jammies around these parts and I would love to share a few of my favorites with you. But act fast, these seem to be going fast these days.

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Friday faves

[Nothing cuter than a Fitz in a tree]

Christmas decorating is in full force at our house. Spreading cheer is number one on my list this year! As soon as I saw a sneak peek of these wooden trees on social media, I knew I had to have them.

I’ve been on the lookout for some fun holiday print face coverings for the boys to wear to school during the month of December and I love these plaids from Old Navy. And they have them for adults too!

Doing meal planning on Sundays is something that is a work-in-progress for me ALWAYS. Some of my recent favorites have been coming from Half Baked Harvest though and just felt like I should share. You know, just in case you are struggling too!

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Download: Halloween 2020

I swear this year is flying by. Do you feel it too? Well, here we are and Halloween has come and gone. Thought it would be fun to round up all the photos from our fun during the spooky season.

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Friday faves

It was another quick week for us! With celebrating my birthday mid-week, it’s been hard to be motivated the past few days.

Took my new Pottery Barn coupes that I snagged at HomeGoods for a test run!

Speaking of celebrating my birthday, Marcus and I had the most amazing lunch on Wednesday at one of our local favorites, Table 128. The service was spot on and the plexiglass dividers and ample distance between tables made us feel quite safe. I cannot recommend this place enough!

Marcus and I don’t really exchange birthday gifts, but I did manage to buy myself something that I truly needed this year: new running shoes. I know, not exciting at all!

We took our family photos a few weeks ago, so now I am on the hunt for the perfect Christmas card design and layout. Really loving the creative ideas from Artifact Uprising this year.

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Friday faves

[my furry coworker]

Guys, I’m going to try my darnedest to bring Friday faves back to life here after taking a bit of a break. In case you are new around these parts, I try to round up things that are bringing me joy in this space each week. Sharing means caring, right?!

On a recent trip to Marshall’s, I stumbled upon the brand Vintage Havana, which are a great lower priced option for Golden Goose sneakers. I snagged these shoes for $24.99!

Christmas decor is hitting the shelves of our local Target and I’m so incredibly excited to decorate this year! I picked up this countdown and Everett was amped. He is my holiday lovin’ mini me.

And lest you forget how much I love the holidays, my favorite time of year is here starting today – non-stop Christmas movies on the Hallmark Channels. The new ones kick off tomorrow night and I am so flippin’ ready.

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TTD home: fall favorites 2020

Can someone tell me how it is already October?! Time sure seems to be flying, and so are the leaves outside my window. Fall is here in the midwest and I am all about it.

My home has been decked out in fall faves since the beginning of September, but I still wanted to round up a few of my finds for you!

Mainstays doormat // Pottery Barn ghost mug
Hearth & Hand with Magnolia copper tray
Threshold raffia pumpkin // Threshold x Studio McGee vase
Threshold x Studio McGee pillow // Threshold x Studio McGee canvas
H&M plaid pillow cover // Crate & Barrel wood bowl
Threshold glass pumpkin

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TTD faves: fall wishlist 2020

It’s officially fall and I couldn’t be happier. As temps dip around here, I’m reaching for some new favorites that just so happen to be perfect during these Covid times.

ANRABESS Turtleneck Sweater // The Book Club Blue Light Glasses
MZ Wallace Metro Backpack // Wyeth Dylan Rancher Hat
Kitsch Neutral Cotton Face Masks // Abercrombie & Fitch Ripped High Rise Mom Jeans
Veja Esplar Sneakers // Swedish Hasbeens Swedish Husband clogs
Colorfulkoala High Waisted Fitted Joggers // J.Crew Turban knot headband
Dudley Stephens Park Slope Turtleneck

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Little looks: Halloween jammies 2020

I know this seems crazy early, but honestly, these holiday jams sell out so fast! I just didn’t want you to miss out on some darling patterns that are hitting retailers this year.

So, get your little pumpkins geared up for some spooky holiday goodness with these faves.

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