We have not taken photos yet, but I have started building Wesleigh’s winter wardrobe. She has grown so much recently and was in need of a few new items. Just in time for the holidays.

We will be hosting the holidays this year. Although we are not getting gussied up, we won’t be in our day to day athleisure wear either.

When shopping for Wesleigh, one of my go-to brands is Janie & Jack. They have the cutest pieces year-round but really step it up for the holidays.

Earlier in the season, I snagged a few special items and pulled together a few looks that will be perfect options for the upcoming festivities – even if they are shared via Zoom.

I however, will be recycling some existing pieces. Since we have not gone anywhere special this year, I’m excited to wear some items that have not been worn in a long time.

I’m a huge fan of knits and will most likely be donning this Veronica Beard embellished sweater (sold out but available on sale here and here) or this dreamy pearl cardigan with a pair of faux leather leggings or stretchy jeans, a strategic decision to wear during a big meal.

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For as long as I can remember, my mother set the table for all events at least two weeks in advance. As a child, I never understood why. As an adult, and, the parent of a toddler, it’s amazing how quickly the holidays arrive. I’m a planner by nature, I have inherited the tradition of preparing weeks in advance, just like my mother did.

With Covid cases rising and plans feeling uncertain, I will be setting a proper table for Zach, Wesleigh and myself. We will be getting gussied up. Perhaps not in dresses, but in proper attire as opposed to our typical casual wear.

I’ll be setting the table with some of my most loved Lenox pieces including their Contempo Luxe and Colebrook place settings. Their pieces are dishwasher safe, perfect for casual everyday meals or when set carefully for a formal setting which in my house, means they work overtime.

This holiday season, I’m participating in a wonderful campaign where I’m joining fellow designers, Kendall Wilkinson and Sallie Lord of Greyhunt Interiors on Instagram through #ShowMeYourTable and #Friendsgiving2020 to showcase my holiday table setting with Lenox.

Through a tally of posts with these tags, Kendall and Sallie will be donating to Feeding America to help as many families as we can to have hot meals in time for Thanksgiving. 

I insist we maintain the magic moments that come with the holiday season, especially for our little ones. It’s been a hard year for many, but I believe it’s imperative we show our love, count our blessings and share all the things we have to be thankful for.

So pull out your fine china, set a table, create a cheerful centerpiece, make some yummy cocktails and reflect on the last year. There is always something to give gratitude towards.

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Collect pinecones and paint them

This goes hand in hand with Fall Leaf painting below. Throw on your hat and jacket, head outside and collect pinecones. After you have collected your desired amount, soak the pine cones for 10-20 minutes in a bucket of water with ½ cup of white vinegar. This helps kill any bugs or mildew and remove settled in debris. Place the pine cones on baking sheets and bake for two hours at 200-250 degrees Fahrenheit. For safety, check them frequently!! The pinecones will be fully open, dry and shiny when finished baking. Allow to cool completely and then decorate! Display as centerpiece or at place settings for Thanksgiving dinner.

 Fingerprint Tree

A perfect craft to celebrate the season, invite your child to practice their fine motor skills while creating a beautiful fall tree. Trace your child’s hand and forearm to create the tree trunk template. Put out paint onto a plate or something your child may press their thumb onto. Their thumbprints can make grass at the base of the trunk and leaves around the hand area of the tree. Once they’re finished painting and their prints have dried, you can remove the tree trunk and have them paint the trunk or, alternatively, leave the paper template.

Apple stamping / pumpkin craft

Grab a leftover apple from your recent trip to the orchard and turn them into pumpkin stamps.  Slice the apple in half and have your child either dip their apple in paint or paint the halved apple then carefully press down onto construction paper. As your pumpkin dries, prepare googly eyes and cut your brown and green pipe cleaners. Finish the project by adding in green and brown pipe cleaners and googly eyes.

Cheerio Corn on the Cob Kid Craft

Print my corn template, color in the center of the corn completely yellow and layer with glue. Have your child lay the cereal on top of the glue until it is covered. Set aside and allow to dry. Glued to my Crafts inspired this fall craft.

Fall Leaf Painting

We continue to bundle up and head outside for enjoyable walks around the neighborhood. Leaves continue to fall from the trees which we gather and bring home for this fun painting activity. Tape down the leaves onto a piece of paper and invite your child to paint.  When your child is finished painting, carefully peel off the leaves and tape to see the final product. Keep this activity mess free with a smock from MonogramMary and spill proof paint cups.

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