I'm heading out to get advent gifts today. I usually mix it up with tiny candies, little toys, and coins. I made this advent calendar last year for both boys. I love it, because each day they get to untie a little sack to see what "the elves" left them. For more ideas on what to put in your advent calendar check out these great recommendations from Oh Happy Day!
Read MoreI love to switch things up every Christmas. Some years I want color, some years I like things to look more organic. Lately, I've been on a real paper/wood/gold kick, which translates well to holiday decor. I've had a paper tree skirt in mind and I put one together this week. Inspired by papel picado/ pinata fringe, I added layers and a snowflake and poinsettia detail. To make one like this, you'll need a 9x12 craft paper paint tarp (available at OSH), gold glitter spray paint, school glue, scissors, Xacto knife, and a medium sauce pan lid to use as a circle stencil. Unfold the length of the paper tarp, cut into 4' squares. Picture tutorial below...
Read MoreAtop Moon Mountain in Sonoma there is a tree farm that we have visited for the last two years in an attempt to cultivate a little family tradition. It's incredibly beautiful up there...the grapevines on the surrounding hills are a wash of fall colors. Our favorite tree is the Norway Spruce, a traditional Christmas tree in Europe. I like it because it has a full shape, with soft, spaced out branches. Because we got it a month before the big day, it will sit unadorned in water to acclimate to the great indoors. Jasper is so excited for Christmas that he has already decorated the boys room with cast-off lights, nutcrackers and a miniature tinsel tree. He's a more-is-more kind of guy.
Read MoreI know it's exciting to get a good deal. Did you know that Target is actually open on Thanksgiving Day? I'm sure there are some adorably packaged thing-a-ma-bobs to be had. Sure, it's exciting to save a buck, but for a really good deal, support a small business. The day after Thanksgiving is also called Plaid Friday, in honor of independent business, and I'm going to do my best to support the little guy this holiday season. Here's my favorite small business Jasper Hearts Wren. Who's on your list?
Read MoreHere's something delicious to make for brunch if you should find yourself with half a can of pumpkin puree leftover from making a pie. It happens. I suppose if you were so inclined you could also use it as a taco shell to hold the leftover stuffing, turkey, and cranberry sauce. You know you want to.
Read MoreMake + Haus is the new name and online home for the blog Poppy Haus. Established in 2011, the blog archive now contains hundreds of original design projects and whole food recipes, many featured on the likes of Apartment Therapy, Martha Stewart, Design*Sponge, Curbly, and Epicurious.
