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A little Christmas crafting! There’s something so

A little Christmas crafting!

There’s something so lovely about creating your own Christmas decorations, especially when they’re simple, affordable and add a personal touch to your home.

I gave a plain tablecloth a little festive makeover using Christmas tree stencils and fabric paint, and I just love how it turned out!

The best part? You don’t need to be particularly crafty to give this one a go. I used my Cricut to make the stencils, but you can just as easily use purchased stencils to create your own design.

I love that the trees aren’t all perfectly uniform, it gives the tablecloth that relaxed, handmade charm.

And it’s something I can bring out for Christmas gatherings for years to come! ❤️

I’ve shared the full step-by-step DIY tutorial over on A Joyful Ordinary Life, including everything you’ll need to make your own.

Head to the link in my bio for the full tutorial!

Would you give this Christmas DIY a try?

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Thankful Thursday I'm starting to think about ge

Thankful Thursday

I'm starting to think about getting some Christmas baking underway! I always start with cookies because you can make the dough ahead of time, pop it in the freezer and bake them closer to Christmas. One little job ticked off the list.

Well, it's been a busy one behind the scenes this week! Em and I have been flat out putting the finishing touches on our new Christmas Celebration Box, ready for its launch.

It's been a LOT of work, and there have certainly been some long days, but I've genuinely loved every minute of bringing our little vision to life, and I really hope you all love what we've come up with as much as we do!

Despite all the busyness, there have still been plenty of lovely little moments to be grateful for.

This week I'm thankful for:

1. A wonderful card-making night and sleepover with my bestie. A little creativity and lots of chatting 😂 Such a lovely way to spend time together.

2. Discovering that our favourite little French patisserie, where we get our Sunday croissants, now makes the most delicious macarons! As if I needed another reason to visit!

3. Getting to spend an evening with Em, Mitch and little Hazey over dinner. Nothing fancy, just family time, which is always one of my favourite things. ❤️

4. Spending some time with Dad and taking him for a quick visit to our two favourite girls.

5. Making our very first sale! Thank you Anny ❤️ It's not just about selling a box, it's knowing that something we've created with so much love is going to be part of someone else's Christmas celebrations, that makes me happy😍

It's funny how even in the busiest weeks, there's always something to make you smile if you take a moment to notice it.

I'm heading into the next week feeling excited (and perhaps just a little tired! 😂), but mostly very grateful that I get to spend my days doing things I love, with people I love.

I hope you've all had a wonderful week too. What's something that's made you smile this week? I'd love to hear.

#thankfulthursdays❤️ #feelingblessed❤️ #feelingblessed❤️ #gratefuleveryday❤️
#thankfulthursday🙏

I’m tired, but it’s the kind of tired I’m incredib

I’m tired, but it’s the kind of tired I’m incredibly grateful for. ❤️

Over the past few years, I’ve thrown myself into learning new things, trying new ideas and creating things that bring me so much joy.

Have they all been successful? Not necessarily. Have they all been worth it? Absolutely!

As I approach 60, I’ve come to realise that one of the greatest gifts I’ve given myself is the freedom to try something new without being afraid of failing.

It’s taken me a long time to get here, and it certainly hasn’t always been easy.

But I genuinely believe that everything I’ve tried, every lesson I’ve learnt and every unexpected turn has helped me become the person I am today.

And yes, sometimes I’m exhausted! But there’s something wonderful about being tired because you’ve spent your time doing things that excite and inspire you.

I’ve written a very personal new article on the blog about why I no longer believe in failure and why it’s never too late to change your life.

I’d love you to read it. ❤️

You’ll find the link in my bio.

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🎄 A beautiful Christmas table, without all the ove

🎄 A beautiful Christmas table, without all the overwhelm!🤎

Every little detail has been thoughtfully chosen to help you create a Christmas table you'll love sharing with family and friends.

From the rich burgundy bows and festive greenery to the charming little houses, coordinating table decorations and finishing touches, Em and I have brought it all together in our new Christmas Celebration Box

But it's about so much more than a beautiful table!

We've also included festive games, our Christmas Planning Guide and two downloadable recipe books to help make planning, entertaining and even homemade gifting a little easier.

Because Christmas should be about making memories, not spending weeks trying to pull everything together. ❤️

🎁 OUR SPECIAL CHRISTMAS OFFER

Purchase your Christmas Celebration Box and receive our additional Treats & Games Pack FREE!

That's 10 extra treat boxes and 10 scratch-off games, so you can enjoy your beautifully styled table for TWO separate Christmas celebrations — perhaps Christmas with family and a Friendsmas gathering!

✨ Limited boxes available, and our special bonus offer ends 30 November 2026, while stocks last.

We can't wait to help make your Christmas a little more joyful!

🎄 Shop now through the link in our bio.

Anita & Em 🤎

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🎄 IT'S HERE! Our Christmas Celebration Box has off

🎄 IT'S HERE! Our Christmas Celebration Box has officially launched!🤎

Em and I are so excited to finally share our newest collection with you!

We've taken the time, guesswork and endless shopping out of creating a beautiful Christmas table, bringing together thoughtfully coordinated decorations, table styling for 10 guests and festive games.

But we haven't stopped at the table! We've also included our downloadable Christmas Planning Guide and two recipe books, A Joyful Table and A Joyful Gift, filled with inspiration to help you plan your celebrations, organise your Christmas preparations, choose delicious recipes for entertaining and even create thoughtful homemade gifts.

Because we want to help take the overwhelm out of more than just decorating your table — leaving you with more time to enjoy the people and moments that make Christmas so special. 🤎

All designed to help you spend less time preparing and more time enjoying the people around your table. ❤️

🎁 A LITTLE LAUNCH GIFT FROM US!

For a limited time, we're including our additional Christmas Treats & Games Pack FREE with your Christmas Celebration Box!

That's 10 extra treat boxes and 10 scratch-off games so you can enjoy your beautifully styled Christmas table for two separate Christmas celebrations! Perfect for celebrating with family on one occasion and gathering with friends on another, without having to start all over again. 🎄🤎

Limited boxes available — this is our first Christmas collection, and we've only prepared a small number.

Our special bonus offer is available until 30 November 2026, while stocks last.

🎄SHOP NOW at The Joyful Celebration Studio — link in bio!

Here's to beautiful tables, meaningful celebrations and a little less Christmas stress! 🤎

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Christmas hosting feeling a little overwhelming al

Christmas hosting feeling a little overwhelming already? 🎄

Something lovely is coming to make creating a beautiful Christmas table so much easier.

Tomorrow, 27 October, we can't wait to show you what we've been working on. 🤎

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I’ve never been one to follow trends when it comes

I’ve never been one to follow trends when it comes to decorating our home. 🤍

I love beautiful interiors as much as anyone, but I’ve always believed that a home should tell the story of the people who live there.

I want a home filled with things we’ve collected over the years, pieces that have meaning, treasures that make me smile and little corners that feel completely and authentically *us*.

Some things are old, some are new, some probably don’t go together according to the latest decorating rules… but I love them anyway! 😂

And while I love rearranging, decorating and making our home beautiful, I’m certainly not chasing perfection.

I want a home that feels warm, welcoming, lived in and loved. A place where family and friends feel comfortable, memories are made and there’s always room for one more around the table.

Because to me, a beautiful home isn’t about keeping up with trends. It’s about creating a space that makes you happy every time you walk through the door. ❤️

What about you? Do you follow decorating trends or prefer to fill your home with things you love?

#AJoyfulOrdinaryLife #CollectedHomes #HomeWithPersonality #MeaningfulHome #SlowLivingstyle

There’s something particularly special about setti

There’s something particularly special about setting the table at Christmas 🤍

For this Christmas tablescape, I wanted to create something that felt beautiful and a little magical — but still relaxed enough for everyone to sit, eat and enjoy being together.

I started with a simple white tablecloth and white dinnerware, added silver details and rich navy napkins, then created a little glowing winter village through the centre of the table.

Greenery, baby’s breath, bottle brush trees, tiny illuminated houses and just a "little" faux snow brought it all together. (Emphasis on "little" — unless you fancy finding faux snow around the house until February. 😂)

And while I love creating a beautiful table, I’m a firm believer that it still needs to work. Guests should be able to see each other, reach their glasses and have somewhere to put the food!

You also don’t need to recreate every detail or buy everything new. Start with what you already own and use the table as inspiration — perhaps some greenery from the garden, Christmas houses from the mantel or an old timber board turned into a riser.

Because ultimately, the most important part isn't how perfect the table looks.

It’s what happens once everyone sits around it. 🤍

I’m sharing all the details in "How to Create a Beautiful Christmas Tablescape Your Guests Will Love" on A Joyful Ordinary Life.

Head to the link in my bio to read the full post.

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