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12/1/18

DIY gift wrap

If you’re looking to take a different approach to Christmas wrapping, why not try making your own DIY gift wrap? I really like the look of brown butcher paper and twine, so I decided to go with that look and put my own spin on this rustic gift wrap. I had a lot of fun personalizing the wrapping paper and decorating it, and I especially loved how affordable this project was!

Supplies:

Butcher/craft paper (brown and white): I bought these online at Amazon but also found them at the Dollar Store and the dollar section at Target.
Paint markers or Sharpies
Twine: I bought brown twine at the Dollar Store and the red and red and white striped twine at Target’s dollar section.
Bows

11/23/18

22 best affordable gifts for women

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Raise your hand if you love affordable gifts? I can never think of ideas when people ask me what I want for my birthday or around the holidays, but I spent a lot of time curating either my favorite things or wish list items, perfect for all the women in your life – including yourself!

Check out the best gift guide for women, with seriously affordable options for women of all types and ages.

Be sure to Pin this post for future use and share with your family and friends to pass along your suggestions. Many of these items are on super sale for the holidays, so get them while you can.

11/11/18

How to host a brunch at home

There are two things that remain constant in my life – I love hosting, and I love brunch; sound like you? Then look no further than learning how to host a brunch at home.

While going out to brunch is such a wonderful treat, there’s something about home gatherings that are so comfortable and intimate that I love. I know people can feel overwhelmed with hosting and preparing for events, but since it’s something I’ve been immersed in since I was little, it’s really second nature to me.

This might sound really lame, but I also love that hosting a brunch, small gathering, of themed party gives me something to do – not like I need more on my plate to fill up my time, but it’s a welcomed distraction and hobby, from setting up an inspirational Pinterest board to actual prep. It’s nice to throw myself into something that isn’t work or normal home responsibilities – can anyone relate?

Feel free to ask any questions about menu planning, decor, who to invite, or anything I don’t cover in the comments!