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Christmas card envelope decorating ideas are shown with a Kraft envelope that has been drawn on with markers. Christmas Card Envelope Decorating Ideas
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Christmas Card Envelope Decorating Ideas

November 13, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Need some timeless Christmas card envelope decorating ideas this year? I’ve got you covered with these fun, easy tips for memorable holiday cards this season.

A lavender bouquet is in front of a white box on a side table for summer decorating ideas. stop censoring your creativity
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stop censoring your creativity

November 11, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly3 Comments

Today I'm discussing what creative censorship is, why we censor ourselves, and how we can combat this in our creative work.

A cottagecore master bedroom is revealed after months of slowly decorating. Cottagecore Master Bedroom Reveal
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Cottagecore Master Bedroom Reveal

November 6, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly6 Comments

Tour our cottagecore master bedroom makeover! After two years of living here, we have finally added the finishing touches on our bedroom and are ready to show you how we decorated it. These ideas are great for your next bedroom makeover, making the perfect addition in any French Country or Cottage Farmhouse home.

An updated cottage bathroom has gold hardware, a Miss Mustard Seed landscape art print, and a vintage-style art fixture. my top 5 favorite decorating tips
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my top 5 favorite decorating tips

November 4, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Hear my top 5 favorite decorating tips I use in my home. Practical and easy, these tips will serve you well in your next decorating project.

Cottagecore salt dough Christmas ornaments are scattered on a tabletop with mini scissors and lace ribbon. Cottagecore Salt Dough Christmas Ornaments
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Cottagecore Salt Dough Christmas Ornaments

November 2, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly6 Comments

Salt Dough Christmas Ornaments are the perfect way to dress your tree up this holiday season. Using just a couple of basic ingredients and a cute mold, you’ll have homemade ornaments that scream “cottagecore” in no time.

Hosting Thanksgiving dinner includes a table with festive napkins, real white pumpkins in a basket, and a plant on a table for an easy tablescape. Hosting Thanksgiving | a how-to guide
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Hosting Thanksgiving | a how-to guide

October 30, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Hosting Thanksgiving doesn’t have to be stressful. Learn how I make it a memorable and enjoyable event from start to finish. From decorating and menu planning to entertainment and guests, I’ve got you covered when it comes to hosting Thanksgiving dinner this year.

Seasonal foods for fall this year include stunning pears pictured here on a linen cloth with a basket of flowers behind it. Seasonal foods I’ve been enjoying this fall
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Seasonal foods I’ve been enjoying this fall

October 28, 2022October 21, 2022 Tara KellyLeave a comment

Today I thought I’d talk about one of my favorite subjects: food. It gives us life, nourishes our body and mind, and ties us to some of our fondest memories–creating little moments of nostalgia and an overall feeling of comfort.

Gift giving tips include thought and car win wrapping the gift as this one is wrapped in plain gift wrapping, tied with twine, and has dried eucalyptus leaves tucked into it. holiday gift giving tips | give great gifts every time
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holiday gift giving tips | give great gifts every time

October 26, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly1 Comment

Discover the art of giving great gifts every time. These holiday gift giving tips are a life-saver when you just can’t figure out what to give someone. Whether for a distant relative or a spouse, these tips will help you every single time!

An inexpensive raised garden bed is filled with dirt and sitting near two other raised beds. How to Build an INEXPENSIVE Raised Garden Bed
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How to Build an INEXPENSIVE Raised Garden Bed

October 23, 2022August 12, 2024 Tara Kelly5 Comments

Learn how to build an inexpensive raised garden bed using fence pickets. At only about $20 per garden bed, this method will give you the cedar beds you’ve been dreaming of for a fraction of the cost.

Baking soda, paint brushes, and paints lay on a table. the world is better when you take care of yourself
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the world is better when you take care of yourself

October 21, 2022October 14, 2022 Tara Kelly4 Comments

This week, after a yoga session, a quote was shared with the class. “When you’re taking care of yourself, you’re making the world a better place" ...

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I’m Tara Kelly, recently married to the love of my life—Adrian—and on a quest to longevity, vitality, and overall a simpler way of living. I’m also a first-time homeowner turning our 1950s ranch-style house into a cottage fit just for us. Read more...

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