Tag: Holiday
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The Link Up: Em’s Important Message, Mal’s First Holiday Decor Purchase, And Cute Pull-On Pants
Happy Sunday, everyone. First and foremost, we want to say how grateful we are that there are judges who are fighting against taking away necessary programs from people in real need. However, that doesn’t mean people and organizations serving those communities still don’t need a lot of help, especially since SNAP benefits may be heavily…
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Gretchen Made A Switch! Here’s How She Designed This Small Space For Guests, Just In Time For Holiday Hosting
Hey there, reader! Does this wallpaper look familiar? Any chance you remember this MOTO photo (below) from my last makeover reveal? The one where I plastered the tinier of my two bedrooms in DIY fabric wallpaper, forced a queen bed in there, and called it mine? Or maybe you’re up-to-date and instead recall a more…
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A Few Early “Almost” Holiday Outfits That Are Possibly Year Round
For the recent Holiday shoot (that was shot in early October) I struggled to find anything that read as “Christmas” but found a lot that felt “holiday adjacent” (i.e., festive, pops of red, or even just slightly more elevated than my usual denim/denim/scarf vibe). Here are some cute holiday outfits if you are starting to…
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Our Fresh And Easy 2025 Holiday Decorating Ideas That Will Get Your Wheels Turning
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Ready for my personal holiday decorating schedule? (Remember that my job alters a typical process, so NO PRESSURE). Ok, October: start gathering inspiration, new ideas, and any new pieces you want (good stuff can sell out). November: it’s dark/wet outside, so it’s fun to start adding greenery and twinkle lights (yes, faux for us inside,…
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Barn up for auction could be converted into holiday retreat
Just west of Corwen in the peaceful village of Druid, a derelict stone barn is offering a rare opportunity for renovators with a vision. The secluded 0.16-acre freehold plot provides easy access to Snowdonia National Park and the wider North Wales countryside. With full planning permission already granted for a barn conversion into a holiday…
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Barn up for auction could be converted into holiday retreat
Just west of Corwen in the peaceful village of Druid, a derelict stone barn is offering a rare opportunity for renovators with a vision. The secluded 0.16-acre freehold plot provides easy access to Snowdonia National Park and the wider North Wales countryside. With full planning permission already granted for a barn conversion into a holiday…
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Home security when you’re on holiday — the best ways to protect your property
What’s meant to be a relaxing break certainly won’t be if you’re worrying about home security when you’re on holiday. Visions of break-ins are enough to take the shine off a trip away. There are strategies that can soothe your anxiety, though. Getting prepared with a combination of physical and smart home security systems, avoiding…
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Posting holiday pics may invalidate home insurance
Sharing real-time holiday photos on social media might do more than garner likes –it could compromise your home security and affect your insurance coverage. Insurers caution that public posts revealing your absence may breach ‘reasonable care’ clauses in many policies. Even private posts aren’t foolproof; screenshots and shared content can expose your home to potential…
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Crafting the Perfect Holiday Home
The holidays are upon us, and, as the song says, “There’s No Place Like Home for the Holidays!” Choosing to build a custom home that’s perfect for family gatherings is a significant decision. When designing your dream space, consider how it will function during the holiday season. If you enjoy hosting friends and family, incorporating…
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Charming Holiday Ornaments to Add to Your Collection
Isn’t opening up the box of collected ornaments each year one of the best things ever? I absolutely love the feeling of pulling out commemorative pieces we’ve collected over the years, they make me smile ear to ear as the holiday music plays in the background. Each year I add to my collection, often it’s…