The Cutest Homemade Home Décor Items

I hate crappy weather. I’m lying in bed with Mater and Oliver with me, listening to my favourite playlist. As I’m writing this, Georgia by Vance Joy is on and I think everyone who knows me knows that it’s one of my favourite songs; so, it’s okay. However, I’ve been battling a nasty migraine, sore back and creaky knees with this weather for the last two days.

Anyways… enough about me. I decided that I would share some cute homemade décor items from Etsy. I did a Christmas gift guide in December with a similar theme that went over well. Everything on this list is from Ontario, which is cool but some are vendors local to me! So be sure to check out where the shop is.

But First, Coffee Wooden Sign

Okay as much as I love the but first coffee sign, we need to discuss how beautiful all the signs by Hanger Lane are. I’m also loving the Love You More sign, Let’s Cuddle sign and Gather sign.

You Keep Me Safe, I’ll Keep You Wild Sign

I love this sign. It’s so cute for over a bed or couch. I may not have a man in my life, but my kitties keep my wild. That’s acceptable, no? The sign comes from Port Perry, which is cool because it’s 20 minutes away from me and I used to work in Port Perry. The Lemonade Stand also has this gorgeous This Is Us sign. P.S. if you’re local and able to pick it up – use the code LOCAL to waive shipping costs.

Black & Grey Neutral Coasters (set of 4)

This isn’t the first time that I’ve mentioned Coast to Coaster coasters. It probably won’t be the last, either. I’m definitely loving how cute and simple these coasters are, though!

Rustic Wood Blanket Ladder

I’m loving the blanket ladder trend! They’re so simple to DIY but if you’re not feeling up to it – the rustic wood ladder is a great alternative!

You Better Have Wine Doormat

I love these witty doormats! They’re cute and fun, without being too cute or fun. This comes from another local shop, Muck and Mayhem, in Oshawa. Plus Muck and Mayhem does custom doormat orders!

Cat Mama Mug

Okay so… although it’s not home décor, I just had to include this mug. It’s so cute and the cat mom in me is in love with it. I say that as Oliver swats my hair and Moose is trying to bite my foot. Oh well, I can pretend that being a cat mom is all sunshine and roses.

Personalized Cheese Board

This is so cute, I would find reasons to have people over to eat cheese off this board! Plus it’s under $40 which is an amazing price. Great for housewarming and wedding gifts, too.

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I’m snowed in! Not really though… my dad came over and blew snow so I can get out of the driveway. Either way, I’m curled up in bed watching Friends with a cup of tea.

I’ve previously mentioned how I still no shame use Tumblr. I am obsessed wth chafea, I could spend hours looking at the pictures she reblogs.

This very veggie minestrone soup sounds perfect for this snowy day! Plus, it’s gluten free and vegan.

This cranberry clementine white sangria is perfect for the winter.

I love this rose Bluetooth speaker.

This snow sucks but this bathing suit has me daydreaming about a holiday somewhere tropical.

I used to hate chenille. However, I picked up these socks on Boxing Day. They’re so soft and warm. I’m loving this chenille sweater from Aerie. It would be so nice for lounging around the house.

Although it’s a little pricier, I’m obsessed with this thermal pullover. I would honestly wear it every day with jeans or leggings.

These wool socks would be so warm for cold days!

I’m loving the Anastasia Beverley Hills matte lipstick in rogue for an everyday subtle red look.

I love this coaster set. Plus they’re handmade in Ontario!

I love Fireworks by First Aid Kit. I could listen to it all day, every day. The instrumentals are so beautiful and the lyrics are wonderful.

One of my favourite playlists on Spotify is Acoustic Covers. I love acoustic music and sometimes, I like the lyrics of more mainstream songs without wanting to listen to the pop melodies in the background. I love Imagine Dragon’s cover of Blank Space/Stand By Me and X Ambassador’s cover of American Oxygen on the playlist. 

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10 Must-Try Dessert Recipes!

Growing up, dessert was always my favourite course! As I get older, they’re still my favourite. Especially a giant apple crisp in the fall with butterscotch ice cream. Yum! Today, I thought I would share 10 desserts that look particularly appealing. Plus all ten are gluten-free! Dessert and gluten-free food, sounds like a win-win to me!

Apple Rose Tart with Maple Custard & Walnut Crust

Gluten Free Dutch Apple Pie

Grain-Free Cranberry Slab Pie

Gluten-Free Pear Cranberry Crisp

Skillet Gluten-Free Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble

Grain-Free Pumpkin Sticky Buns

Vegan Gluten Free Cinnamon Rolls

Little Debbie’s Gluten Free Brownies (great copycat recipe!)

Nutella Chocolate Gluten Free Skillet Brownie

Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Blondies

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January 2018 Wishlist

I’m a shopaholic. I love new clothes and I love looking at clothes. I thought that I would share some stuff that I’m dying for this winter. I apologize, there’s a ton.

I’m loving this Thermoball Active Jacket from The North Face. Although it’s a little pricey, it would last forever and be so warm for the cold winter days. It even stays warm when wet!

I love the Go-Warm Sweater-Knit Moto Jacket from Old Navy! I bought my sister this sweater in black for Christmas. I’m loving the heather gray for myself. 

How cute this Moth Tisbury Turtleneck Pullover? I especially love it in grey and ivory. Although my friends make fun of my boot cut jeans, I feel as though this would look adorable with them for a ‘70s vibe.

Turtleneck sweaters are seriously my thing this year. How cute is this Cashmere Slit-Sleeve Turtleneck Sweater?

For warmth, I love this Fluffy Crew Sweater from Free People. It would be so great for lounging or running errands in! I’m particularly loving it in wine, gray and lavender.

I’m not sure why I love them so much because I hated them as a child – I loooooove Sherpa jackets! I’m especially loving this Sherpa pullover from Gap.

I have wanted a Patagonia sweater for years! I love this T-Snap Quilted Pullover in ivory. I’m also loving this Zip Pullover in birch white, pelican, black and classic navy.

I also love this Patagonia vest in white.

I was never a huge fan of velvet. Aerie has this adorable Velvet Cami though, I love it in storm and taupe.

I am a mittens gal. I don’t know what it is, but I just don’t like gloves. I’m loving the Dawna Mitt from Roots. Plus they’re on sale right now!

Not that I’m matchy-matchy usually, but I’m loving the matching Dawna Toque from Roots as well.

I typically hate beanies, I feel like they fall off. I love this Fuzzy Beanie from Free People though.

The seniors and I had a discussion at work the other day about how classic Timex watches are and that they’re still so popular over the years. I recently saw this Fairfield Watch and I’m loving it.

I love sunglasses, but they’re so hard for me because of my glasses. I love these Ray-Ban sunglasses in tortoise though!

I love a good crossbody bag. I am especially loving this simple brown leather bag from Madewell. I’m also loving this BP foldover bag from Nordstrom, very similar but more affordable.

I have wanted a backpack for a while. I just find sometimes I want something a bit bigger than a purse. I’m loving the Transport Rucksack from Madewell. I also love this velvet backpack from Gap for a more affordable option.

I’m obsessed with these Nike Roshe sneakers, especially in taupe!

I love these Vans Old Skool Sneakers for everyday shoes! The rose colour is so pretty.

I love these Charlevoix boots by Matt & Nat! I love Matt & Nat products and these boots are so cute. I’m also loving these Vendome ankle booties in the same colour.

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Happy New Year!

I was going to do a summary post yesterday, but couldn’t decide on what I wanted to do. I was torn between “18 Quotes for 2018” or “Top 25 Songs of 2017”.

I hope you’re all holding out for your resolutions… just kidding. However, the article How to Make and Keep a New Year’s Resolution from the NY Times is a great article if you are planning a resolution.

This bathing suit from Gap makes me wish that my resolution was to go somewhere warm!

Since I’m stuck in freezing cold Canada, I’ll be wearing cozy sweaters instead. I picked up this sweater from Old Navy on Boxing Day (it was 75% off on Boxing Day!), and it’s so warm.

I’ve been loving forest green this year. I bought this cardigan on Boxing Day in fir ever. However – how adorable are these forest green Pixie pants? They would look so cute with a black or camel coloured top.

Winter has got my lips so chapped that they hurt. FAB’S Ultra Repair Lip Therapy is my personal favourite for saving painfully dry lips. I also love Rosebud Perfume Co.’s rose lip balm for dry lips.

This wedding dress showed up on my Tumblr dashboard a few days ago. Can Mr. Right come along and fall in love with me overnight? I don’t want it to sell out… Otherwise, I’m forcing my friends to pull a Rachel, Monica and Phoebe. *I’m looking at you, Sam and Sarah*

Last but not least, I’m obsessed with Tell Me You Love Me. Demi Lovato has been my guilty pleasure since I was 16. Plus Jesse Williams is in the music video, which makes the vide

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