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12 Delicious Thanksgiving Recipes We Swear By

November 13, 2019November 12, 2019By Melissa FryPosted in recipes, holidays

I cannot believe Thanksgiving is only two weeks away! If you’re like me, you’re still planning your dinner menu and looking for a few new recipes to wow your friends and family. To make your planning easier, I rounded up some of our favorite Thanksgiving recipes from the blog archives. There are SO many delicious appetizers, side dishes, and desserts. Truth be told, it was quite difficult to choose only 12 recipes — so if you’re looking for more, there are plenty of other Thanksgiving recipe ideas to choose from here!

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Gift Ideas for Your Husband, Brother, & Dad

November 12, 2019November 17, 2019By JoannaPosted in holidays, shopping + gift guides, 2019 Gift Ideas

When I polled my Instagram followers about what gift ideas they need this year, there was one suggestion that was repeated over and over again… gifts for him! From husbands to boyfriends to fathers, cousins, uncles and more, it seems like everyone is at a loss about what Christmas gift to give this year. I spent tons of time scouring the best sources to curate these lists — and just like all the other gift guides this year, they are grouped by budget!

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Make These Soy Wax Candles with Juniper Berry Essential Oil for a Thoughtful Gift

November 12, 2019November 9, 2019By HannahPosted in holidays, DIY

I know Joanna is ready and willing to start adding some cozy holiday touches to her tiny bungalow, and I’m not very far behind her. I’m already dreaming of trimming the tree and unpacking my Nutcracker collection (yes, really). But until we go full Christmas up in here, we thought it’d be nice to ease our way into the season with these super simple, beautiful juniper berry candles festooned with dried juniper berries and fresh cedar fronds. It’s a quick and easy way to make something festive — and it’s perfect for upcycling old glass vessels!

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Sustainable Gift Ideas for Your Earth-Loving, Hippie Friend

November 11, 2019November 17, 2019By JoannaPosted in shopping + gift guides, sustainability, 2019 Gift Ideas

Truly, this is one of my favorite gift guides! Not only is it perfect for your hippie friend who is saving the planet one takeaway cup at a time, but it’s also a great way to encourage others to consider the earth in their daily lives. As embracing a more sustainable lifestyle becomes ‘trendier,’ sustainable gift ideas have gotten way more stylish. I will say, I am not 100% versed in the manufacturing processes of these gifts. So if you are looking for a gift that is truly zero waste and eco-friendly, I suggest doing more research. That being said, I curated this sustainable gift guide as a list of thoughtful gifts that I know I’d love to receive, as someone who is eco conscious in my daily life!

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5 Alternative Ways to Give Thanks

November 11, 2019November 12, 2019By JoannaPosted in holidays, personal essays

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, which means the holidays are pretty much here. Where did 2019 even go?! This question pops up in my mind every time I publish a gift guide or share anything else holiday-related on the blog. It causes me stress with how quickly time passes, anyone else? Lately, I’ve been very aware of how it can be hard to take time to slow down and and give thanks. And although this is typically a time of joy and celebration, sometimes the holidays are a little more complicated than just pretty tablescapes and delicious food. With allll of that in mind, I have been thinking of alternative ways to give thanks this year. If you’re feeling anything remotely similar, I hope this post helps you… and at the very least, I hope it inspires you to view Thanksgiving in a new light.

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Practical & Stylish Small Home Gift Ideas | Gift Guide

November 10, 2019November 17, 2019By JoannaPosted in shopping + gift guides, small spaces, 2019 Gift Ideas

I was sooo surprised that people loved my small space gift ideas last year. And honestly, most of these gift ideas aren’t specific to tiny homes and small spaces. They can work for anyone who takes pride in their home and appreciates small improvements. If you have a friend who really enjoys being organized, this gift guide works for them, too! So, let’s dig into some of my favorite small home gift ideas.

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My Go-To Gifts for the Holidays | Gift Guide

November 9, 2019November 17, 2019By JoannaPosted in shopping + gift guides, 2019 Gift Ideas

I’ve probably gone wayyy overboard on requesting feedback about gift guides on Instagram this year. But I feel like this means I can absolutely promise you that these will be the BEST gift guides that I’ve ever shared! I wanted to kick things off with a list of my go-to gifts that usually work for most people. If you’re looking for a present for friends, family, co-workers, or really anybody, a lot of these ideas will work.

Photography by Meghan Klein.

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