Blissful First Sunday of DECEMBER! We first need to commemorate this previous Monday, which was World AIDS Day. Ensuring we always remember such a devastating time when nobody had solutions, and we misplaced so many lovely lives, is so necessary. So is continuous to have consciousness, in addition to persevering with to fund analysis. Well being is such a treasured present and isn’t assured to any of us. So with that mentioned, hug your family members and revel in what’s going to hopefully be a good looking vacation season. Okay, listed below are in the present day’s hyperlinks:)
This week’s home tour is what they’re calling a blue field! It’s an 800 sq ft Berlin residence that’s fashionable and very cool, but in addition cozy and heat. You simply need to see it.
From Emily: Okay, 4 cute stocking stuffer concepts for these of us who’re stumped:
– Laser pointer pen (sure, like what you employ for a cat). Charlie saved his allowance for this and loves it. Makes all completely different shapes and might go actually far.
– Glow-in-the-dark tape. Right here me out on this – we love Mission Unattainable type stunts in our home (often with blue masking tape), so I used to be considering that this could be so enjoyable for a household impediment course evening (or heck, perhaps simply with their pals of their rooms).
– Whoopee Cushion or any kind of prank present (hand buzzer can also be an excellent one). THESE NEVER GET OLD.
– I doubt it’s too late so as to add these cute cat scratching nail recordsdata to your cart (you file your nails down whereas scratching their tummy!!!).
– Elliot additionally loves Posca paint markers and cute scrunchies. If anybody else has nice teen/tween stocking stuffer concepts, let me know within the feedback!
From Caitlin: I used Cyber Weekend as an excuse to fill up on my all-time favourite tights. And by “fill up,” I imply “I purchased two pairs” – they’re constituted of proprietary, rip-resistant cloth, so a single pair lasts all yr! They’re sized by weight (from 79 kilos within the XXS to 340 kilos within the 4XL), so it’s simple to seek out one of the best match for you; I grabbed a big, my daily-wear measurement, and an XL for any bloated days the place the thought of a waistband chopping into my physique is simply too horrible to think about. After years of discovering myself near-tears when a ripped stocking ruins an outfit minutes earlier than a vacation occasion, these have been a welcome addition to my closet! (Subsequent time, I’ll purchase sooner – my favourite sheers with candy little polka dots bought out in my sizes earlier than I may seize! If you happen to’re not a M, L, or XL, take a peek. Let me reside vicariously by way of you!)
From Marlee: A brand new deodorant suggestion – in an AMAZING new scent. I’ve been utilizing Salt & Stone deodorant for 3+ years at this level, and I simply find it irresistible a lot – and that’s as a result of it smells. so. good. First, I went for the Santal scent. Implausible. Then I moved on to the Bergamot Hinoki (I obtained this within the gel deodorant – wouldn’t suggest you want to get the solids. The gel doesn’t actually keep on, however I cherished the scent a lot I obtained it within the physique wash). I additionally LOVE the Rose + Oud, it’s far more floral/perfume-y however not overpowering – now they’ve this actually superb neroli basil scent, and it is perhaps my new favourite. I actually love salt and stone merchandise, and any time I inform somebody that, they often say, “Oh, their deodorant doesn’t work for me”. To which I say: to begin with, you’re not utilizing sufficient. You’ll be able to’t simply hit your armpit with a fast swipe swipe such as you do with some heavy-duty aluminum dove. It’s extra of a swipe swipe, swipe swipe. And perhaps a pair extra for good measure. Extra is extra! Second of all, I actually don’t use it after I anticipate doing something that imposes a degree 7/10 or extra sweat danger. THAT’S what the dove is for. It nonetheless completely works – however when you’re doing one thing actually sweaty, you may simply scent like Black Rose + Oud PLUS physique odor. Total, to me it’s the equal of why I wish to have one bottle of very nice lotion along with my on a regular basis CeraVe… or why it’s enjoyable to deal with your self to a latte on a Saturday after per week of constructing black espresso at residence each morning. It’s only a small, easy, on a regular basis luxurious that makes me joyful and smells superb and creates a way of “put togetherness.” It’s not a substitute, it’s supplemental – who knew deodorant may evoke such robust emotions of pleasure and splendor!
Additionally From Marlee: There may be nothing I like greater than receiving a stocking filled with consumable items – when you have a foodie in your life, I’d suggest all the following of my private faves as stocking stuffers (search for these in your native grocery retailer too!): a field of Maldon Salt, 3 pack of Momofuku seasoned salt (makes an excellent salmon or hen rub!), this not-that-spicy garlic chili crisp, the BEST nut butters (IFKYK, additionally howdy rebrand!), I LOVE Fishwife tinned fish (when you purchased me the big choice pack I’d love you ceaselessly!), a lil bag of espresso (life hack, purchase a pattern pack and cut up it up as stocking stuffers!), Jacobsen salty caramels, one of the best teeny popcorn, a fancy bottle of cherries for cocktails, I may go on!!!
From Gretchen: First, let me comply with up on my hyperlink from final week to say, I’m nonetheless reallyyy loving my new vacuum! Certain, it’s solely been per week, that means I nonetheless can’t provide you with a real “the way it’s holding up” overview, however genuinely, I like utilizing this vac. Having it in my life has made it a lot simpler (and extra enjoyable) to maintain up with cleansing, and I simply needed to share that to this point it’s not a fluke!
Now onto the true hyperlink. Let’s speak stocking stuffers! Though I’m 31, my candy mom nonetheless fills my stocking each Christmas. The stock modifications barely annually, however there’s one present that has change into custom in our household–a Toblerone chocolate bar. It’s the right form to tuck right into a stocking and barely extra particular than a pack of Reese’s. Different staple objects are a very nice pair of socks. Mother, I do know you’re studying this….My favourite pairs are the Girlfriend socks from Le Bon Shoppe. Generally she’ll additionally throw in foolish little knick-knacks or artwork provides (we’re each fairly artful). If you happen to’re in search of concepts, I’ve not too long ago fallen in love with these oil-based paint pens. They’re tremendous simple to make use of, don’t scent, and have respectable longevity. They arrive in a ton of colours, however I actually love utilizing the metallic ones. I made some enjoyable DIY Christmas decorations this yr, and so they actually got here in useful!
From Mallory: One in all my favourite presents to offer (and obtain) for the vacations is something by Staub – I’m completely obsessive about their cookware, however one of the best factor they’ve by far is the Dutch oven. They are often dear however typically go on sale (particularly the smaller sizes – name your native Williams Sonoma or Sur La Desk to see if they’ve sale ones in retailer!) I simply purchased this one for a gift within the prettiest basil inexperienced for $150, and I purchased my mother a cast-iron a number of years in the past, additionally. In the event that they’re extra into baking or have already got these things of their kitchen, may I counsel the mini Staubs?? I purchased these for myself in yellow, and I’m obsessed.
From Jess: There are two issues I re-ordered for Black Friday as a result of they’re merely one of the best. First up are the Basic Aviator Ray-Bans. Whereas I wish to attempt different kinds, I simply love these aviators probably the most, and actually really feel like me. Nevertheless, it’s been a number of years since my final pair went lacking. I believe I used to be subconsciously punishing myself for dropping the final pair, however then spending cash on inexpensive choices that I simply didn’t love as a lot. So I made a decision to only seize them, and I can’t freaking wait to really feel like “Jess” once more:) The second merchandise I repurchased was my face moisturizer – Air Angel Peptide Plumping Gel Cream by Dieux Pores and skin. I’m virtually out, so I made a decision to purchase 2 since they have been on sale! It simply feels so good on, makes my pores and skin look nice, and doesn’t clog my pores (which is necessary since I’m very milia-prone).
From Arlyn: I’m merely not an individual who appears good in a pair of sweatpants. They’re completely superb for puttering round the home, however I really feel like I look so sloppy if I depart the home in them. Principally as a result of I’ve by no means discovered the appropriate match for my petite however curvy body (or what to put on as a prime that isn’t a dishevelled T-shirt). However I took an opportunity on these “bounce fleece” sweatpants from Previous Navy in a petite size, and they’re so nice! I wore them for college drop off not too long ago on a chilly morning, and I used to be so comfy, principally heat—they might in all probability be hotter, FYI, however good for a 50-degree morning—and felt reasonably pulled along with cool socks and sneakers and an identical pullover. I’m considering of grabbing them in one other shade or two.
Thanks for stopping by and see ya’ll tomorrow!! xx
Opening Picture Credit: Photograph by Kailtin Inexperienced | From: Christmas In Our Residence 2025 – Whimsy, Colour, And Non-Conventional In A Actually Cozy Means
