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Thankful Thursday ❤️ Christmas is slowly making i Thankful Thursday ❤️ Christmas is slowly making its way into our home, and I couldn’t be happier! I absolutely love this time of year and enjoy getting the decorations out early so we can soak up all that lovely Christmas atmosphere for as long as possible. One thing I don’t do is pack away all my everyday decor to make room for Christmas. Instead, I like to add little festive touches to what I already have. A few small Christmas trees tucked amongst my favourite pieces, some pretty bows, Christmas prints and twinkling lights. It’s amazing how these simple additions can make the house feel festive while still feeling like home. And now for five little things I’m grateful for this week… 1. A beautiful afternoon enjoying a mini high tea with my auntie and my bestie at @bonappetea_teahouse. Delicious treats and wonderful company. What more could you ask for? 2. A few new Christmas treasures - I found some lovely new pieces for my Christmas village at @aldiaustralia! I’ve slowly started putting this year’s village together. I always get so much enjoyment out of creating this little Christmas scene. 3. A fabulous lunch with some lovely school friends in a beautiful location. We had so much fun reminiscing about the things we used to get up to! Sometimes you forget there was once a slightly wild and adventurous side to you 😂 It’s lovely to be reminded that she’s still in there somewhere! 4. A quick visit to see Em, Mitch and our sweet little Hazel. It doesn’t matter how short the visit is, spending time with them always makes my week a little brighter. 5. A lovely morning tea with a neighbour. Sometimes life gets busy and these little catch-ups get pushed aside, but it’s always so nice to finally sit down, have a cuppa and enjoy a good chat. Another week full of simple pleasures, lovely people and little moments worth appreciating. I hope you’ve had a wonderful week too! Are the Christmas decorations starting to appear at your place yet, or are you holding out until December? 🎄 #thankfulthursdays❤️ #feelingblessed❤️ #feelingblessed❤️ #gratefuleveryday❤️ #thankfulthursday🙏
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A little handmade Christmas magic! This Christmas A little handmade Christmas magic! This Christmas table features natural elements, a few DIY projects and some lovely personalised touches. I wanted something that felt warm, natural and a little bit rustic, with plenty of personality. And, as usual, I couldn’t resist getting a little creative along the way! 😂 The tablecloth started life as a simple plain cloth that I transformed with Christmas tree stencils, and those brass-look candlesticks? They’re actually a collection of mismatched op shop finds that I gave a makeover! I added plenty of greenery, pinecones and dried orange slices tucked into the napkins, along with some pretty glassware, candlelight and personalised place names. I’ve always loved adding little personalised details to my tables. I think there’s something really special about making your guests feel that you’ve put a little thought into creating a place just for them. ❤️ One of the things I love most about creating Christmas tables is that you really don’t need to spend a fortune. A few handmade touches, some natural elements and a little imagination can go a long way. And I rather like the idea of giving old things a new lease on life instead of always buying something new! I’ve shared both DIY projects over on the blog, including how I made the stencilled tablecloth and transformed those old candlesticks. They’re both lovely projects if you’re looking to add a little handmade charm to your Christmas celebrations this year. Head over to A Joyful Ordinary Life for all the details. https://ajoyfulordinarylife.com/christmas-tablescape-how-to-create-a-naturally-beautiful-christmas-table/ Do you enjoy making things for your Christmas table, or do you prefer to keep things simple and use what you already have? #ChristmasTablescapes #opshopmakeovers #diychristmasdecoration #christmastabledecor #thriftedhomestyle
A little old-fashioned Christmas charm! Remember A little old-fashioned Christmas charm! Remember those gorgeous ribbons I showed you from @spotlightstores? Well, this is what I made with them! On a road trip to Stanthorpe, my bestie and I spotted some beautiful old-fashioned Christmas paper chain bunting and decided we absolutely needed to make some of our own. Then I saw my lovely friend Ang @styling.our.home making hers, which gave me even more inspiration! Traditionally, these Christmas chains were made from paper, but I wanted to make much larger rings, so I decided to use wired ribbon instead. And I'm so pleased with how they turned out! ❤️ They're surprisingly easy to make, so here's a quick tutorial. How to make your own ribbon Christmas bunting: 1. Cut your wired ribbon into 25cm lengths. 2. Fold over approximately 10mm along one short edge of each piece to create a lovely neat finish. 3. Form your first piece into a ring, overlapping the ends and securing with a hot glue gun. 4. Thread the next piece through the first ring, form another loop and glue the ends together. 5. Continue until your bunting is the length you want, alternating ribbon patterns as you go. Because I used quite wide wired ribbon, the finished chain was a little tricky to hang from my small hooks. So I added a coordinating narrow, non-wired ribbon to make hanging it easier. And you know what? I think that extra ribbon added even more charm to the finished bunting! I love projects like this. They're simple, inexpensive and bring a little personality to your Christmas decorating. Save this one for a Christmas crafting afternoon! 🎄 #ChristmasDecor #ChristmasDIY #HandmadeChristmas #VintageChristmas #FestiveDecor
There are a few things that are non-negotiable at There are a few things that are non-negotiable at our Christmas celebrations, and baked ham is definitely one of them! 🎄😂 I serve it at every Christmas gathering we host, and I think there would be an absolute uproar if it didn't make an appearance! I've been making my ham the same way for years, and it's honestly so easy. No complicated glaze or fancy ingredients, just your favourite jam and a little patience. The secret is in the slow cooking, and the result is absolutely delicious. And one of my favourite things about cooking a big ham? The leftovers! Ham sandwiches, fritters and all sorts of delicious meals for days afterwards. Anything that gives me a few days off cooking after Christmas is a winner in my book! I've shared my full recipe, along with all my tips for getting that beautiful sticky ham, over on the blog. https://ajoyfulordinarylife.com/how-to-make-the-best-baked-christmas-ham-with-jam/ #ChristmasHam #BakedChristmasHam #christmasrecipes🎄 #christmasentertainingmadeeasy #EasyChristmasRecipes
Thankful Thursday Another lovely week filled wit Thankful Thursday Another lovely week filled with some of my favourite things — time with family and friends, a little self-care and the beginnings of Christmas magic! This week I'm grateful for: 1. Haircut day! Is there anything better than walking out of the hairdresser with freshly cut hair? It's the little things that make you feel good! 2. A wonderful day celebrating my bestie's 60th birthday! Delicious food, a beautiful atmosphere, fabulous massages and the very best company. Such a lovely way to celebrate a special milestone; 3. Getting two gym workouts in this week. I'm really enjoying my strength training and feeling grateful that I'm making the time to look after myself. 4. A lovely family brunch, including some precious time with Em and our sweet little Hazel. Family catch-ups are always good for the soul, especially when there are baby cuddles involved! 🥰 5. Making a start on Christmas! I absolutely love this time of year and always look forward to bringing out the decorations. I know some people think it's too early, but I love having everything set up so we can enjoy the twinkling lights and that wonderful festive feeling for as long as possible. Why save all that joy for just a few weeks? It's been one of those weeks that reminds me how much happiness there is to be found in the everyday moments. A little pampering, time with the people we love and something lovely to look forward to. I hope you've all had a wonderful week too! Are you someone who loves decorating for Christmas early, or do you prefer to wait until December? I'd love to know! 🎄 #thankfulthursdays❤️ #feelingblessed❤️ #feelingblessed❤️ #gratefuleveryday❤️ #thankfulthursday🙏 Gratitude • Thankful Thursday • Joyful living • Everyday moments • Finding joy in everyday life
From mismatched op shop finds to beautiful brass c From mismatched op shop finds to beautiful brass candlesticks! I had my heart set on a collection of brass candlesticks in different heights to run down the centre of my Christmas table. Sounds simple enough! Well, finding them turned out to be a little harder (and more expensive!) than I expected. 😁 So I decided to get creative and make my own! I collected a whole lot of mismatched candlesticks from op shops, gave them a little makeover and I’m so happy with how they turned out. I actually think I love them more because they’re all different. They have that lovely collected-over-time look that I always gravitate towards. And of course, they’ll be perfect for entertaining long after Christmas is over. I’ve shared the full DIY tutorial over on the blog if you’d like to try this yourself. ❤️ https://ajoyfulordinarylife.com/two-easy-christmas-table-crafts-for-a-beautiful-festive-tablescape/ Sometimes a little imagination is all you need! #opshopmakeovers #DIYChristmasDecoration #brasscandlesticks #thriftedhomedecor #christmastablescapes
Happy Monday! 🌿☀️ Another week begins, and I'm ho Happy Monday! 🌿☀️ Another week begins, and I'm hoping to find a little time amongst all the things on my to-do list to enjoy some of the things I love doing too! I don't know about you, but I find it very easy to get caught up in everything that needs doing and forget to make time for the little things that make everyday life so lovely. Whether it's a wander around the garden, a cuppa with a friend or simply pottering around at home, I'm a big believer that it's these ordinary moments that make life special. Of course, with Christmas getting closer, my to-do list seems to be growing by the minute! 😂 I hope you have a wonderful week ahead, with a little time for something that makes you happy. ❤️ What have you got planned for this week? #AJoyfulOrdinaryLife #simplejoysoflife❤️ #everydayjoys #simplelivinglifestyle #slowliving_ #findingjoyintheordinary

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