Halloween is just around the corner, so I figured it was finally time to get my front porch ready for trick-or-treaters. I was already off to a pretty good start with the faux pumpkins, but I added a bit more to top it off. Going all-out with front porch decor isn't typically my thing, although […]
Okay, okay, I know it's still October, but I'm attempting to get ahead of the Christmas rush. You see, Christmas decor is a hot commodity, and unfortunately, it tends to sell out, so do yourself a favor and get what you need for the upcoming Holiday season. Whether you're hunting for Christmas trees and garland […]
I've been dying to get my hands on this thrifted ghost painting trend! You may have seen this trend sweep your TikTok or Instagram Reels, where you paint ghosts onto a thrifted art piece, transforming it into a spooky Halloween decoration. Love this TikTok example, and this one, oh, and this one! Rather than head […]
It's officially October, which means it's practically almost Christmas! Jokes aside... If you're planning to get a new Christmas tree for the upcoming holiday season, between you and me, now is the time to do it! Stock and shipping times are unexpected these days, so if you want to have it up and decorated for […]
The first week of October for our family is basically like the starting flag at the racetrack. Birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, school activities, family visiting, traveling to visit family, kids out of school, work deadlines. The holiday season, with all its festive charm, often brings a less welcome companion – stress. So how can we reduce […]
Autumn is well-known for its captivating aromas—the sweet and spicy scent of pumpkin pies, the crisp fragrance of fallen leaves, and the warm and comforting smell of a crackling fireplace. These are just a few things that make falltime feel as magical as it is. I absolutely love a candle o'clock moment, but sometimes you […]
This post is sponsored by Party City We used to go all out for Halloween. Year after year, we would throw a big annual Halloween party — with costumes and themed snacks and prizes. It's been a few years, but we're feeling... bewitched this year and ready to host again. Chris and I really want […]
I know it might feel like it's too early to be decorating for Halloween, but actually, Halloween decor is selling out so quickly, and I don't want you to miss out. Finding "spooky" decor that blends in with your already-lovely home aesthetic, rather than masks, is trickier said than done. So, I thought it would […]
When it comes to Valentine's Day gifts, Chris and I keep it pretty simple. We look forward to the nice dinner reservation and meaningful gift exchange, but we mostly keep it simple and sprinkle some extra love towards the girls. Regardless, I look forward to Valentine's Day because I find myself craving a little Holiday […]
This year, I really wanted to keep our Christmas decorations very classic and traditional! I didn't change too much from the year before but just spruced and added even more of what we already had. We planned a fun team day where we all came to the house, pulled out all the Christmas decorations, and […]
I found this jaw-droppingly beautiful gingerbread house on Amazon (pictured below on the top shelf), and I paid a pretty penny for it! It's been a while since I've had my hand at crafting, but I thought some white hot glue sticks and a paper mache house might be able to replicate it! On Thanksgiving […]
Happy Halloween from the Candyland Crew! We do not mess around when it comes to our family Halloween costumes. Over the years, we've dressed as everything from dolls and monsters to Peter Pan and E.T. characters! It's one of my favorite traditions, and we'll do it for as long as the girls are into it. Luckily, Greta (who's 12) is still very […]
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