Snowman Sweatshirt / Gingerbread Sweatshirt / Santa Baby Top / Green Santa Tee /Blue Santa Tee / Bow Sweatshirt / Dear Santa Tee

HELLO December! Really feeling it this week! The good and the bad. And by bad I just mean busy. :) I hope you’re all surviving and finding time to enjoy the month! I’m sharing random pics on my phone of a few things going on around here along with some fun gift ideas! I’ve been living in the tops above and they are all on sale. Going fast just like December. I really wish this month was twice as long!

Birch Trees / Christmas Houses / Velvet Ribbon / Brass Candle Holders / LED Candles / Faux Cedar Garland / Fake Snow / Star Lights (similar) / Another Option / Another Option

Quick blurry snapshot of my kitchen window this year! I need to get some better pics when I have time. The lights are so magical! My beloved birch trees, houses and candles are making this space so cozy and my new star lights steal the show! I can’t capture how stunning they are in person. I ordered them from Anthro and they sold out, but I found some good similar options that ship fast if you want a similar look in time for Christmas! I’m actually ordering one of them for next year. Already have some ideas.. ha!

Revision Sunscreen / CR Illuminating Tinted Eye Cream

I’ve been trying to walk in the mornings this month.. it has been hit and miss with so much going on, but I’m trying to meet friends as much as possible so that I’ll get up and go. I snapped this before I left this morning.. these two items are what I put on to walk and before make-up every day. Tried and true long time favorites! The tinted sunscreen gives my skin an even glow and the eye cream instantly mends my circles and lines. (You can still get 20% off the eye cream and anything online at CR Rothschild using code ERIN20 at checkout!) I’ve heard from so many of you in IG stories that you love the tinted eye cream too! It really is like magic!

Mixing Bowls

Sharing a few quick favorites if you need some gift ideas! I love this set of mixing bowls (great quality and I love the non slip bottoms!). I’ve sent them to a few people for gifts this year. Something everyone can use. Even a non chef like me. :)

Blanket (similar), Cell Phone Stand/Speaker

You can never go wrong with a cozy blanket! Yes we all have them, but probably the most used items (at least at our house!) this time of year. Bring on the holiday movies! I also love this phone stand/speaker. I use it a lot when I’m cleaning or working in the kitchen. A good teen/young adult gift idea too!

 Makeup Brush Cleaner Mat, Makeup Brush Cleaner, Lip Serum

I took my makeup brush cleaner mat and solution to one of my friend’s Favorite Things parties! I love that you can easily clean your brushes and then hang them from the bottom of the mat to dry (see the pic on-line!). This lip serum always goes in my girls’ stockings!

Eyeglasses Case,  Liquid Hand Soap / Soap Dispenser / Cleaning Spray / Tile by Life 360, Jewelry Case, Leave-In Conditioner, Dermaplaning Wands, Under Eye Patches, Hair Finishing Stick, Screen Cleaner

This is so random but love all these items! The soap dispenser with holiday soap in it is a cute last minute teacher/neighbor gift idea! Just fill it with soap and add a bow. I love this glasses case because you can fit two pairs of glasses in it (regular glasses and sunglasses or a pair of readers if you’re old like we are..ha). The screen cleaner is a favorite and such a practical gift but who doesn’t need it!? I reach for it daily. Just some fun ideas!

Ok.. is this mantel not drop dead gorgeous!? Snapped this at a friend’s holiday cookie party and just couldn’t love it more! Inspo for next year!

ALL the cookies.

I took my grandma’s Applesauce cookies. I shared the recipe YEARS ago.. does anyone remember!? :)

You can find the recipe HERE along with some very old pics. My kids were so little!

Snapped this with Katy.. love her. And this cute sweater!

Always so fun catching up with friends!

cookie boxes

We all took home one of each in these cute little boxes.

The snacks were so good and I especially could NOT stop eating the dip above. I had to get the recipe from Katy so I could attempt to make it for my crew! Isn’t it a pretty platter with all the veggies/crackers!? Sharing it below because I know you will love it too. Such a fun spread to have out for family over the holidays! She made the directions very detail oriented because she knows I need that.. there’s no “just add a pinch of this and whatever you want of that” when I’m making something or it blows up in my face.. ha. Thank you Katy! :)

Ingredients

•    1 ten ounces (hummus homemade or store bought)

•     1/2 cup diced red pepper and/or yellow pepper.

•    1/2 cup baby tomatoes, cut in half

•    1/2 cup Persian cucumbers, chopped

•    1/4 cup Kalamata olives, chopped (more if you like the saltiness of the olives)

•    1/4 – 1/2 of a red onion, diced small

•    4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

•    drizzle extra virgin olive oil

•    1-2 tablespoons fresh herbs (basil, mint, dill chopped)

Instructions

•    Chop all of your veggies and herbs and set them aside.

•    Spread the hummus in a smooth layer in the bottom of 12-inch round platter or serving dish (you can also use a pie dish or similar serving dish). Leaving space along the edge for pita and veggies to eat with the dip.

Sprinkle the feta cheese, cucumbers, tomatoes, kalamata olives and red onion over the top. Drizzle olive oil over the top and finish with fresh pepper.

Cut veggies like sweet mini red, yellow peppers and cucumber’s so they can be used to scoop up the dip, 1 to 2 inches in length. Slice your cucumbers at an angle to get the most surface area. Line the dip with the cut veggies and add pita bread or pita chips. Can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator. Or chop all your veggies and feta, store in separate storage containers and assemble right before serving.

We had our annual stocking exchange yesterday! Such a beautiful day. You really can’t beat December in San Diego. A few pics from the day..

The green couch and wall! Be still my heart. I love this place. (Lilian’s in Ranch Santa Fe for anyone local or visiting!)

I love these friends too! A couple of years ago we were laughing about the Saturday Night Live skit about moms always getting “the robe” meaning the short end of the stick for the holidays when they do everything for everyone else. We were telling our own funny stories of getting empty stockings every year. Two of my friends decided to host a stocking exchange so that we all have a beautiful stocking to open Christmas morning! It has become such a fun December tradition. Let me know if you have more questions about how we do it!

I love the bathroom too! Seriously such a beautiful venue.

sweater / coach bag

Dinner out with friends. I have been living in this cute sweater!

Also love this velvet top I wore to another friend’s Favorite Things party! It has been the best spending so much time with people I love this month.

(tree board /other tree board options available)

Lots of movie nights with friends too! Cake and carrots because.. balance. :)

Santa tee/red bow sweat pants

This was supposed to be a Christmas movie. You win some and you lose some.. ha.

Tis the season!! Will be back soon with more decor. :)

Happy Sunday! Sharing your favorites from the week, holiday fashion and some cute gift ideas! Have the best start to your week! :)

Cedar Branches Pimple Patches Candle Holders

Mixing BowlsSoap DispenserLight BulbsChicken Shredder

Winter Fashion EditGifts from Target

 {Diet Coke Ornament, Harry Potter Ornament, Book Ornament, Cherry Ornament, Coke Zero Ornament, Stanley Ornament, Hallmark Ornament, Pickleball Ornament, Turtle Ornament, Watermelon Ornament, Croissant Ornament, Ice Cream Ornament} 

COFFEE TABLE:   hurricane candle holder / candles/ faux fur rug / metal tray / cedar garland – 6′ / gold mercury candle holders /  tealights

MANTEL: arched metal framed mirror 36×40 / cedar garland / norfolk garland / battery operated candles / candle holders (similar candle holders here)/ bow pillow cover / pillow insert / similar plaid pillow / gold target house / gold metal church / similar gold tree / gold tree / similar metallic gold trees / similar gold bead garland here &  here / classic velvet red stockings / gold mercury ornaments

Happy Saturday! Sharing some table decor to kick off our weekend! I wanted something a little different for my coffee table.. something with a cozy Christmas vibe.

hurricane candle holders (large/small) / candles

Flameless flickering candles were the first thing I added! These gold hurricane candle holders are beautiful and will transition perfectly into January. You can never have too many candles during the winter season!

faux fur rug / metal tray / cedar garland – 6′ / gold mercury candle holders /  tealights

The white faux fur feels like snow/winter to me. We’re hitting a cool 72 degrees this week so it’s needed.. ha. I ordered another 6 foot strand of my favorite garland while it’s on sale and wrapped it around this gold tray. The gold mercury candle holders I’ve had for years and love pulling them out during the holidays.

A view from above. So simple but I love it!

COFFEE TABLE:   hurricane candle holder / candles/ faux fur rug / metal tray / cedar garland – 6′ / gold mercury candle holders /  tealights

MANTEL: arched metal framed mirror 36×40 / cedar garland / norfolk garland / battery operated candles / candle holders (similar candle holders here)/ bow pillow cover / pillow insert / similar plaid pillow / gold target house / gold metal church / similar gold tree / gold tree / similar metallic gold trees / similar gold bead garland here &  here / classic velvet red stockings / gold mercury ornaments

This pic isn’t great because I snapped it with my phone quick but it’s so cozy at night! I keep turning on the fire because I love the ambiance with all the mantel and coffee table lights but.. then we start to over heat and there goes my fire. This is why I’m a fan of flameless candles. :)

Similar Console Table (but narrow!) /Similar Baskets / Lamp (back in stock!) / Deck the Halls Tapestry / Metal Tray / Metal Candle Holders / LED Candles  /  Woven Vase (large) / Faux Branches / Similar Berry Stems / Velvet Ribbon

Next table! I am so in love with this deck the halls tapestry! I had to share it with all of you.

I ordered it last week as soon as it was marked down and I love it even more in person. It’s HUGE and absolutely perfect for the holidays. There were so many spots I wanted it in! It finally landed on this console table because we spend the most time in our family room and I want to see it often. I just added some velcro command strips to the top wood piece to hang it.

Lamp (back in stock!) / Deck the Halls Tapestry / Metal Tray / Metal Candle Holders / LED Candles

I get asked about this lamp all the time and it’s finally back in stock! A rare Amazon find and I loved it so much I ordered two for our bedroom nightstands.

Next to the lamp I added more candles on a favorite tray because like I said.. never too many. :)

Again.. simple decor! But the tapestry makes such a statement I didn’t want anything distracting around it. Sometimes less is more!

I have so much to share with you all! December hits fast and hard doesn’t it!? Kenny and I have had events every night this week and I’ve been to two Favorite Things parties with GOOD favorites I’m excited to share! Plus lots more decor as soon as I have time to photograph it all. My party is next week and I am NOT ready so let’s hope that ends well.. ha. Nothing a couple of all nighters won’t fix. I’ll sleep in January! You too? I’m going to pretend you’re nodding in agreement. Tired people love company. ;)

Tis the season!

{Bow Taper Candles, Bow Candleholders, Bow Candleholders (similar), Bow Bath Mat, Red Bows, Red Bows (similar), Bow Glass Candle, Candle Snuffer, Cedar Branches, Brass Scalloped Tray, Krissan Vase, Wall Art, Wall Art Frame, Bow Soap Dispenser, Bow Candleholders, Bow Candleholders (similar), Scalloped Towels, Birch Tree, White Light Up Trees, Similar Blanket Ladder, Scalloped Tray}

Sharing some pics of my Christmas bathroom! Bows for the win this year. :)

{Brass Scalloped Tray, Krissan Vase, Cedar Branches, Bow Taper Candles, Bow Candleholders, Bow Candleholders (similar), Bow Glass Candle, Candle Snuffer, Red Bows, Red Bows (similar)}

I tied some red bows to my light fixtures (easy way to add Christmas charm!) and added these cute bow Christmas candles. I used the same set in Ad’s Christmas room!

Brass Scalloped Tray

These stems are such a favorite this year and so is my brass scalloped tray!

{Brass Scalloped Tray, Krissan Vase, Cedar Branches, Bow Taper Candles, Bow Candleholders, Bow Candleholders (similar), Bow Glass Candle, Candle Snuffer}

It’s the perfect size for a little display like this. I love the scalloped edge and the cracks that give it a worn, textured look.

{Birch Tree, Red Bows, Red Bows (similar), Scalloped Towel, Bow Soap Dispenser}

If we’re going with bows we might as well GO WITH BOWS so I ordered a soap dispenser too. And added a bow to my birch tree. Basically we’re swimming in bows around here at this point. Clearly the scales have been tipping too far living with just my boys and I needed something to help move things back in my direction. :)

Birch Tree, Red Bows, Scalloped Towels, Bow Soap Dispenser

Bows and Christmas trees and lights EVERYWHERE should do the trick.

{similar blanket Ladder, similar red plaid towels, scalloped towel}

The plaid towels I’ve had for years and the scalloped towels are in my girls’ bathroom too. So cute!

Bow Bath Mat

{Wall Art, Wall Art Frame, Scalloped Tray, White Light Up Trees}

I found this whimsical wall art from Amazon and put it in a frame. The white trees light up so cute!

White Light Up Trees

Natural Woven Wastebasket

Quick view from the other direction. :)

This will be easy to transition to Valentine’s decor. I’m definitely keeping the bow mat up for a few months!

We are ready for holiday guests!

Bring on the girls. ;)

green sweater / butterfly necklace

Happy Thanksgiving weekend! I hope you’re having the best time with loved ones! We are spending some time in Utah and it has been so fun seeing family and having my girls with us! I don’t want the weekend to end!

We woke up at 6 am Thanksgiving morning to see the boys run The Gobbler. A fun race in my hometown.

(faux leather bomber – on sale!)

Ad and I were the cheer squad but by mid day we were seriously questioning our decision to support when we couldn’t keep our eyes open! Ha.

{Ad’s sweats – oversize zip hoodie / baggy fleece joggers}

Well worth it for a photoshoot with the turkey. :)

There are so many good sales going on this weekend! I’ve rounded up Amazon favorites/things I’m buying/gift ideas all in this folder (also linked below)! Then I’m sharing some fun tree ideas and then more family pics/sales below that.

{AMAZON FAVORITES AND GIFT IDEAS ON SALE TODAY LINKED HERE}

Mini Trees, Bells, Tiny Wood Clips, Star Ornaments (similar)

These mini trees are on sale and are so cute! This is how I’m using them this year!

Mini Trees, Bells

The largest tree I added bells to (ordered another set to add a few more!).

Mini Trees, Star Ornaments (similar) , Another fun option

This tree I added stars. Fun to just use one ornament you love over and over on a tree this size!

Mini Trees, Tiny Wood Clips

Use either of the smaller two sizes for cash/gift cards!

Mini Trees, Tiny Wood Clips

It’s the perfect gift for high school/college kids. I give them to my nieces and nephews every year and the gift cards for my kids because I can personalize them with stores/food spots I know they love.

Plaid Blanket, Solid Blanket

Ad flew into Utah a few days before El got here so we hit a few stores with my mom! These blankets are only $15 and they are so cozy and soft! I stocked up on a few for gifts!

Plaid Blanket, Solid Blanket

Keeping a green and khaki one for our family. Perfect movie night throw!

Kids PJ Bottoms, Men’s Pajama Bottoms, Women’s PJ Bottoms

We also bought these cozy pj bottoms for all the girls! On sale for just $5 each!

Striped Pajamas, Cherry Pajamas, Slippers

Speaking of pjs, Ad and I have been living in these cute Tommy John pjs. So cute and soft! If you use the code ERIN50 at checkout you can get 50% off right now at Tommy Johns! The discount on their website keeps changing (sometimes 50% off and sometimes less) so use my code to make sure you get 50%. We were about to snap this pic and my mom’s cute dog jumped up like he was ready for a photoshoot.. ha! He’s so snuggly.

( Striped Pajamas, Cherry Pajamas, USE CODE ERIN50 )/ Slippers

Better shot of them in the light! They have so many cute prints and styles.

Mock Neck Top

My cute mom and dad. I will treasure this pic with my parents forever. Love them so much and I’m so grateful for any time I get to spend with them!

Mock Neck Top, Corduroy Pants 

Ad snapped these of us on our way out the door in their front yard. and I’m so glad she did.

oversize zip hoodie / baggy fleece joggers / Gingerbread Slippers

We’ve been hanging with my cute niece a lot too! I brought these cute sweats to all the girls in my family (the forest green set!) and everyone loves them! Cute gift idea. They run big so size down!

Bow Sweater

Ad and I bought this cute matching sweater too!

My mom snapped one good pic of us and then we started laughing about something and could not stop. The outtakes.. ha.

Bow Sweater

My mom was like “I’m done if you two are just going to laugh!” so we had to get it together and just take a selfie. :) Seriously Ad and I have too much fun together. We are always twinning with our clothes and personality!

These two are peas in a pod and a lot alike and they are inseparable too. :)

Sharing more favorites on sale below! Happy Black Friday weekend shopping!

{Ski Top, Ski Bottoms, Santa Top, Santa Bottoms, Grinch Sweatshirt, Ribbed Pajama Set, Ski Slippers, Gingerbread Slippers, Pink Pajama Set} {Crest Whitening Strips, Collagen Masks, Earrings, Lip Gloss, Hand Sanitizers, Hair Clips, Pillow Case, Jelly Blush} {Wall Art, Ceramic Houses, Tree Board, Candles, Tree Collar, Metal Wreath, Velvet Bows, Gold Trees}

Pimple PatchesBook Light Portable ChargerGame SetAura FrameBlanket Hoodie

Salad Bowl