If you read my post on bringing more hygge into your home, then you know I've been getting into hygge lately! (Actually, if you follow me on Instagram, you see a lot of little hygge moments every day - I'm just glad to finally have a word for this cozy state of comfort!) :) Today's post is sponsored by OttLite and...there's a hefty coupon code, too - can't wait to share that with you later on! RELATED: 7 Simple Ways to Bring More Hygge Into Your Home A quick note on hygge, if you're … [Read more...]
7 Simple Ways to Bring More Hygge Into Your Home
Have you heard about the concept of hygge yet? When I first learned of it, I remember turning to my husband and saying, That's it! THAT'S the word for what I love so much! I felt like I finally had come across the exact way to describe what I strive for in my mentality and my home. It was refreshing and comforting to finally have a term for it! In case you're new to the idea of hygge (pronounced more like hue-gah or sometimes hoo-gah), it's a Danish/Scandinavian term that means a sense of … [Read more...]
Our New Family Growth Ruler (+ a promo code!)
I'm so excited about today's post! I've been looking forward to sharing this one with you! :) I'm one of three children, and while we were growing up, my mom kept a growth chart ruler hanging in our bathroom to mark down our heights. It is so neat to look back over the years and see how little we once were! It's such a precious keepsake to have around, especially after the kids grow up and move out! Ever since Sophie was born, I've been wanting a similar growth chart ruler in our home, so … [Read more...]
DIY Custom Poem Canvas
I'm so excited about today's post, because I've honestly been wanting to share it with you for months now! Remember how I designed Sophie's nursery to be a "southern garden" theme? I had a very detailed mood board and everything! I wrote all about it in this post (and you can see the mood board here, too!). If you looked closely at the mood board for Sophie's room, then you probably saw that it included a type of poem written in small font. This wasn't just an example of any kind of poem … [Read more...]
12 Things That Make Our House a Cozy Home
I'm excited about today's post, because I'm passionate about turning a house into a cozy, welcoming home! A home isn't just a building where you eat and sleep - it's where family and friends gather, where memories are made, and it's where we should be able to let out a deep breath and relax. Bjorn and I are currently renting a house and I have slowly, steadily (and with help) been able to turn this place into OUR cozy, happy place! Growing Into Our Current Place: Spring and Summer 2013 - the … [Read more...]
A Peek At Our Nursery Progress!
I'm so excited about today's post, friends! You've seen little snapshots here and there of our nursery on Instagram, but today you're going to get to see even more! The room is definitely not 100% done yet, but I feel we've made good progress and I'm thrilled with how it's coming together so far. This post has been sponsored by the Elfin Media Influencer Program. Some links are affiliate links, meaning any clicks may result in a small commission. However, all opinions are my own and I only … [Read more...]
DIY 3-D Paper Snowflakes
One of my favorite things about winter is the fact that fresh, bright, white decor is "in" all season long! That, and there are some great holiday-related decorations that you can keep up throughout the whole winter! 3-D paper snowflakes are one of these great, versatile decorations. I've hung them in my various classrooms most years I've taught; the snowflakes add just an extra touch of wonder and fun winter decor to a classroom, without being way too flashy. I love these 3-D … [Read more...]
Simple Ways To Make Your Home Guest-Ready For The Holidays
Although I've realized recently (in the past several years) that I'm more of an introvert, I still really love welcoming people into our home and spending time with friends or family! Hospitality is something that my husband and I love to together, and I love that hosting is a joint or team effort! Bjorn and I hosted some of my immediate family for Thanksgiving this year - the day after Thanksgiving, because why not keep celebrating?! - and that day was full of sweet, special little … [Read more...]