simmer pot recipe

I wanted to share a super easy holiday simmer pot recipe to make the entire floor smell heavenly.

INGREDIENTS:

Orange, sliced

1/4 – 1/2 cup fresh cranberries

2-3 cinnamon sticks

2 TB whole cloves

3-4 sprigs rosemary

DIRECTIONS:

Mix all dry ingredients. Add water until the ingredients are covered by at least an inch. Simmer and enjoy!

christmas simmer pot

Mine lasted for three or so days. You could also mix dry ingredients in a bag as a little holiday gift!

Thanks so much for reading! xo –

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Sharing some gift ideas for in-laws and parents… I know, it can be so hard!!

Click directly on the items in the collage or find the link below the collage –

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A few more ideas:

this personalized mug with grandkids faces on it

face socks

towel warmer

Martha Stewart cookbook

red light wand

 Mizzen + Main shirt (Christian’s favorite style)

If you’ve ever knocked it out of the park with your parents or in-laws, I’d love to hear! Thanks for reading – xo –

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sewing down south pillows

It has been so much fun photographing our home during the holiday season! I don’t take photos with my big fancy camera as often now that video content is queen, and I forget how much fun it can be. Last year I skipped taking photos and sending holiday cards because our impending move made the season little too hectic.

This year I knew I wanted to capture our first Christmas in this house. I didn’t go all out, knowing I have less time on my hands right now working from home with a three-month-old. But I still pulled out the essentials, and it feels really special and cozy.

A few photos from the holidays in our previous home…

2022 Christmas Decor | 2021 Christmas Decor

diy magnolia wreath

nutcracker mini rug

foyer stylingvelvet gold bows

frame details linked here | gold ribbon

black and white gallery wallflocked christmas tree

rug | sofa | lamps | swivel chair

kelly wearstler lampred holiday train set

Christmas train (makes train sounds and steam comes out!)

red bauble stocking

bauble stocking

nativity toys

mirror

moss green stockings

pinecone stocking holders | similar stockings (original are no longer available) | similar nutcrackers

holiday bowsstriped arm chair

side tables | striped chair

kids christmas books

Red and Lulu

lit snowglobechristmas villagemackenzie childs nativity

nativity set | star figurine

flocked christmas tree topperred and white striped ribbonchristmas tea towelssanta cookie platterred plaid tea towel

Christmas tree tea towel | holiday tea towel | nutcracker platter | santa cookies plate

tufted headboardoversized floor mirrorchristmas wreath on headboard

quilt | bedding | waffle bed blanket | lumbar pillow | drapes | floor mirror

white palm shadow box

dining room shared here

christmas card holder

tree sculpture

white ceramic nativityblack and white checked ribbon

courtly check ribbon

I heard someone ask once what their Christmas decor “theme” was. They said that most people pick a theme – snowmen, grinch, nativity, nutcrackers, Santa, candy canes, etc. Ours is definitely nativity and nutcrackers. Hudson, Christian, and I love The Nutcracker music and book. It wouldn’t feel like the season without these pieces!

One year we went somewhere tropical during Christmas and while beautiful, I really felt like I missed out on the traditional holiday season. I realized that I liked to be home in December. Hudson has really loved decorating with me this year. He loves the ornaments, the music, the trees, the stockings, Jerry the elf on the shelf… he has so much enthusiasm which is such a treat. Love that kid.

Merry Christmas season to you and yours. I hope you get lots of time logged by the sparkling tree in fuzzy socks sipping coffee. Thank you so much for reading – xo –

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Sharing a more concise collection of what I think are the top Cyber Week Sale picks –

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ABERCROMBIE | 25% off everything

BAUBLEBAR | 20 – 30% off everything

GAP | 40% off everything

J.CREW | up to 50% off almost everything and up to 40% off all cashmere, chinos and suiting

JENNIFER BEHR | 30% off sitewide when you spend $150 or more

KENDRA SCOTT | 30% of fashion jewelry and 25% off everything else

KILTE | up to 60% off sitewide on most-loved styles

LAKE PAJAMAS | entire site 25% off with select styles up to 50% off through 12/2

MACKENZIE-CHILDS | up to 50% off holiday items + free shipping

MADEWELL | 40% off sitewide with code MADEBETTER

MINTED | 20% off + free shipping with code KATHLEENBABY

OURPLACE | major discounts on cookware sets, pans, 6-in-1 oven and blender

THE INSIDE | 25% off sitewide through 12/2

RIFLE PAPER CO | 30% off everything

SERENA & LILY | 25% off + free shipping through 12/4

SHOPBOP | 25% off storewide with code HOLIDAY

SPANX | 30% off everything + extra 10% off with code EXTRA10

TUCKERNUCK | 20% off sitewide, 25% off orders over $500, 30% off orders over $1,000 with the code MERRY through 12/2

WEEZIE | 20% off orders of $100+, 25% off orders $300+, 30% off orders $600+

You can find more brand picks in this Cyber Week post. Thank you so much for checking in and hope you’re having a beautiful long weekend – xo –

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Sharing my favorite Cyber Week Sale picks!

abercrombie cyber sale

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

ABERCROMBIE | 25% off everything

BAUBLEBAR | 20 – 30% off everything

GAP | 40% off everything

J.CREW | up to 50% off almost everything and up to 40% off all cashmere, chinos and suiting

JENNIFER BEHR | 30% off sitewide when you spend $150 or more

KENDRA SCOTT | 30% of fashion jewelry and 25% off everything else

KILTE | up to 60% off sitewide on most-loved styles

LAKE PAJAMAS | entire site 25% off with select styles up to 50% off through 12/2

MADEWELL | 40% off sitewide with code MADEBETTER

MINTED | 20% off + free shipping with code KATHLEENBABY

OURPLACE | major discounts on cookware sets, pans, 6-in-1 oven and blender

THE INSIDE | 25% off sitewide through 12/2

RIFLE PAPER CO | 30% off everything

SERENA & LILY | 25% off + free shipping through 12/4

SHOPBOP | 25% off storewide with code HOLIDAY

SPANX | 30% off everything + extra 10% off with code EXTRA10

TUCKERNUCK | 20% off sitewide, 25% off orders over $500, 30% off orders over $1,000 with the code MERRY through 12/2

WEEZIE | 20% off orders of $100+, 25% off orders $300+, 30% off orders $600+

jcrew sale

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

madewell sale

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

shopbop sale picks

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

tuckernuck sale

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

gifts on sale

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

what i want

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home cyber picks

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

what i have and love on sale

SHOP THESE PIECES HERE

More sale picks and roundups to come! I hope everyone has an incredible long weekend with people you love. xo –

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This year’s gift guides so far have been:

Under $50

Under $100

For Families

For Kids

Today we are adding hostess gifts and gifts for guys to the tally. And there are still more to come!

oil and vinegar set | match striker | cheese board | candlestick holders | recipe box | tea kettle | candle | cookbook stand | vase | candle trio | truffle salt | Berdorf cookbook

vest | ear buds | cologne | luggage | flask | sneakers | razor | wallet | projector | koozie | cologne sampler set | duffle

Thank you so much for checking in and reading. More gift guides to come, AND we will be covering the best of Cyber Week next week as well! xo –

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kathleen barnes dining room

Our dining room in this house has felt “complete” for a while now, and I wanted to capture the space! Photographing the different rooms in our homes is so special to me. I love looking back on them, seeing my keepsakes and the efforts of the time and thought that is put into our home.

The irony here is that a few weeks after we took these photos, Christian brought back a large six-light chandelier home from Oxford that I’ve now purchased little sage striped shades for it. So that will go in here and this light will move to the sitting room. So I’ll be sure to share that switch-a-roo when it’s complete!

formal dining roommackenzie childs salt and pepper shakerwhere is frances artfrances moreno artpottery barn dining chairsantique chairshadow box artkathleen barnes home tour

dress | chairs – Pottery Barn circa 2019, similar style here | table | palm shadow box | candlestick holders | tassels | wallpaper and paint sourced by interior designer | lamps – antique | wooden chair – antique | paintings – Frances Moreno | turtle shells – thrift market | rug – no longer available

Thank you so much for checking in and reading! You can find more room reveals here. xo –

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Sharing a few more gift guides for kids and families! I am also saving all of these gift guides under “Holiday Gifts & Decor” as well as on my LTK under the “Holiday Gifts” collection.

Below are tons of items we have for our kids and love –

dress | boys backpack | native sneakers (the boys LOVE these) | scooter with basket | trike | bath fizzies | lego table | bow backpack | animal sheets | zingo | superhero mouse | electric scooter

personalized mug | roll up blanket | cookbook | 50 states book | kids pajamas, her pajamas, his pajamas | bananagram | monopoly | shoulder massager | digital frame

More gift guides coming next week! Thanks so much for checking in and reading – xo –

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Sharing some gift guides for those who are already making their lists and checking them twice!

To shop, click directly on the item or find its associated number below the collage –

ramekin | octobuddy suction case | my fave all-over lotion | lip mask | candle | bag | eye mask | notepad | bracelet | house art | jewelry organizer | airtag | toiletry bag

robe | air fryer | measuring cup | passport holder | belt | necklaces | shearling jacket | cell phone case | la mer set | dutch oven | stanley tumbler | cosmetic case | blanket

More gift guides to come, you can find them on my LTK shop or under “holiday gifts & decor” on this site. Thank you so much for checking in and reading! xo –

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Sharing October’s most loved products and top sellers. I always love seeing what you guys gravitate toward, and these are some classic pieces I repeatedly wear. I love that you guys love them too.

To shop, click directly on the item and it will take you straight to the product page –

antelope shirt dress | sweatpants jeans (incredible) | name puzzle stool, also available here | booty boost leggings | $17 round tortoise sunglasses | by the fireplace candle | camel coatigan | half zip sweatshirt | mini dress (30% off)

Thank you so much for reading! I’m excited to share some newborn photos, house photos and holiday posts soon. Soon! Thank you for your patience – xo –

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protein ball recipe

I shared that I was making these energy oat bites, and didn’t except the slew of recipe requests, so I wanted to share it on the website so it’s more easily found!

My friend Cassie made these for me after I had Stella. It’s a recipe that is supposed to help with lactation, but the ingredients are so easy and filling, both Christian and Theo love them too. Honestly, they taste like cookie dough to me.

I will eat two for breakfast or two as a late afternoon snack. So, so good – I can’t believe it’s only six ingredients!

oat protein balls

I N G R E D I E N T S:

1 cup oats

1/2 cup ground flax seed

1 cup unsweetened coconut

1/2 cup chocolate chips

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/3 cup honey

D I R E C T I O N S:

Mix all dry ingredients together. Add honey and peanut butter. Refrigerate until cold and then form into little balls (I use an ice cream scooper). Store in container in refrigerator.

Enjoy! Thanks so much for reading – XO –

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tortellini soup with sausage and kale

After Theo was born, one of our neighborhood friends brought this soup for dinner and we loved it. Christian loved it so much, he couldn’t stop talking about it.

My friend Maria shared the recipe with me; even better – it’s so easy. Full of flavor, a crowd-pleaser and perfect for this time of year.

Find the recipe here. Even the kids eat the tortellini and sausage (not the kale… yet)! If you try it – let me know what you think.

Other fall recipes I love:

White Bean Chicken Chili

Blueberry Croissant Bake

My Favorite Chicken Pot Pie

Gigi Hadid’s Spicy Vodka Pasta

Easy BBQ Nachos

Thank you so much for checking in and reading! xo –

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