The idea of Black Friday honestly scares me! I’ve never been out, even though I love a great deal. I usually do my holiday shopping online, but these are great tips if you aren’t afraid to get out there!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Happy President’s Day!
Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas Eve!
Stove Top Simmers To Make Your House Smell Amazing
I’m more than a little obsessed with making sure my house smells good. I have an abnormally large collection of scented candles, wax melts, and plug in air fresheners. I try not to overkill it, but I do pride myself on keeping it fresh. That’s why I love the ideas I’ve been seeing lately on Pinterest for “Stove Top Potpourri”. The idea is, you throw a bunch of smell-good ingredients into a pot, then let it simmer on low heat for a few hours. The scents permeates your home and makes it smell heavenly! Also, if you are selling your home, it’s crucial that it smells clean (or not at all). Trying out a stove top simmer recipe may be an interesting staging tactic. Here are some of the best recipes I’ve found.
–Orange, Cinnamon, and Clove Simmer from Modern Day Moms. This one makes your home have a crisp, Autumn-y smell!
–Christmas Potpourri gift idea from Yellow Bliss Road- bring the smells of the holidays into your home with this simmer recipe.
–Lemon Fresh Stove Top Potpourri from Pinterest– this one is great for just making your home smell clean and fresh- ideal for home showings!
Friday Fun Video: DIY Christmas Decor
This flower arrangement is sure to attract plenty of attention! I love the lights that are included.
Holiday Moving Tips
Now is the time of year where the housing market almost freezes. Sure, there are still some people out there buying and selling during the holidays, but most people wait until January. If you just finished purchasing a home and are trying to get moved in before Christmas, this post is for you! Check out this post by Steve Adams at the Active Rain blog for tips on getting settled this holiday season:
-Participate in local celebrations- even small towns have festivals, parades, and fireworks shows.
-Plan for delays- more people on the road = possible delays for your deliveries
-Prioritize unpacking- the faster it’s done, the less stressed you will be
-Decorate! It’ll make your new place feel more like home.
