9 Favourite Issues. – Half Baked Harvest

December 1, 2024

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25 days till Christmas!! Glad December! I can’t inform you how a lot happiness and pleasure I really feel this season. I’m at all times probably the most excited for this time of yr, however with each passing season, this time feels increasingly particular.

It’s a time for therefore many issues, however household and associates are actually on the high of my listing—and celebrating, after all! The older I get, the extra I see how briskly time actually goes. I have to do not forget that whereas I like what I accomplish that a lot, I’ve to prioritize household time, too!

I used to be so grateful to have the ability to be dwelling for Thanksgiving, even when it was a small group! It ended up simply being myself, Mother, Dad, Asher, and Oslo. We have been lacking virtually everybody this yr. However with journey to Europe developing in December, everybody determined it was finest to remain put for Thanksgiving. We’ll all be collectively at Christmas!

Our small vacation was nonetheless particular. Like at all times, my dad and mom bought the household Christmas tree. Asher and I made scorching chocolate and listened to Christmas music, and all of us loved a really low-key dinner collectively. I liked each minute of time I had with them!

At the moment, I’m in Houston, then Dallas tomorrow. I made a decision to take a late-night flight dwelling tomorrow evening simply so I might spend a few nights at dwelling earlier than I head again to New York! It’s loads of ups and downs, however I like these e-book occasions a lot! It’s so particular and surreal to satisfy you all in individual, hear your fantastic tales, and see your real pleasure for the recipes and content material I share each single day! Exhausting however SO FUN, and I’m grateful for you all!

AND some information: We formally hit the New York Occasions best-seller listing at #2! Wahoo! You by no means understand how a e-book goes to carry out, however making the listing is at all times probably the most surprising/thrilling/fantastic factor! Thanks all in your continued help, and to everybody who has ordered the cookbook, I actually hope you like it as a lot as I do!

We’re wanting ahead to a lot this month, and now we have some actually enjoyable recipes and vacation traditions to share! It’s the perfect time of yr!

At the moment’s submit is closely devoted to those loopy Cyber Week gross sales! Actually, there are such a lot of, it’s overwhelming! I pulled my favourite trend items, magnificence merchandise, and residential gadgets. It’s buying time!!

Get pleasure from and Glad Holidays!! What’s everybody wanting ahead to probably the most this season?

1. Issues I’m Loving, Wanting, and Excited to Strive.

buying…the HigherDose Cyber Week gross sales! I sit up for getting in my sauna blanket each single evening after I’m dwelling. It’s what I sit up for probably the most. Particularly on these chilly -8-degree winter nights. The advantages of utilizing an infrared blanket are simply an added bonus. Infrared blankets are mentioned to reduce stress, increase temper, enhance blood circulation and circulation, plus promote glowing pores and skin. You need to use the code HALFBAKED for 20% off. Or store their bundles and take 30% off at checkout.

gifting…Ticket To Trip Board Recreation. This seems like a enjoyable recreation! My household likes to play board video games over Christmas trip. It’s such a enjoyable exercise after a day within the snow. We often play some form of card recreation or Monopoly, nevertheless it’s time to change issues up! Oh, and look what I discovered: Hallmark Christmas Monopoly. I’m such a dork.

for mother…okay, I’ve quite a bit I wish to share with my mother. First up, this Sherpa-Trimmed Quilted Down Coat. I do know she would dwell on this. My mother loves a comfortable/cute coat. Like LOVES a coat. However you realize what she additionally actually loves? An ideal cashmere sweater. I do know she would love the snowflakes on this lovely cashmere and silk-blend turtleneck sweater. I’m fairly positive she would additionally take pleasure in this lengthy cashmere cardigan. And I already ordered three pairs of those two-tone ribbed cashmere socks from Visitor in Residence. One for mother, one for Asher, and one for me. I’m a sucker for the vacation colours. Tis the season!

for the household…my little brother, Oslo, is obsessive about Mr. Grinch. I imply, a lot in order that he has watched The Grinch virtually day by day this yr! He’s so cute. He form of has a love-hate relationship with him, although; he’s afraid Mr.Grinch goes to nonetheless the Christmas tree. Clearly, I have to get the Dr. Suess Grinch x Naadam vacation assortment. How freaking cute!

every part in my cart (low)…a cute knit wrap high from Zara. Loving this wavy bow for my hair from Anthropologie. Very into bows this season! After which that is the proper suede slouchy tote bag from Hole.

listening to…A Martha Stewart Christmas, it’s so good.

Christmas journey enjoyable…15 Festive Accommodations within the U.S. That Make the Vacation Season Even Extra Magical, The Greatest Locations to go For Christmas, and The Greatest Ski Resorts in Canada.

listening to…Tieghan Gerard on Web Fame, On-line Hate and Her Recipe for Success. This was such a enjoyable dialog. I actually loved the chance to talk on Arielle’s podcast.

gifting…vacation jewellery! I discovered these BaubleBar vacation tree drop earrings and couldn’t assist however get them for Asher. I additionally bought her the decoration drop earrings and reindeer drop earrings, I simply couldn’t resist! These could be a cute hostess reward or stocking stuffer. BaubleBar additionally has loads of cute earrings on Anthro or through their BaubleBar web site which has A LOT of enjoyable jewels.

buying…Staub items are on sale for Cyber Week! Staub cookware is my favourite and actually all I take advantage of. Their assortment is so good. Store the sale items right here. I like this oval pot for boiling long-cut pasta. My go to Spherical Cocotte and Blended Baking Dish Set.

consuming at…Coqodaq. Apparently they’ve the perfect fried hen in New York. It’s David Beckham’s favourite!

every part in my cart (magnificence)…restocking my YSE Exfoliating Pads whereas they’re one sale. Loving these Tata Harper reward units. And the model’s physique balm is one in every of my high 5 favorites.

watching…It’s Timeee! Get Into the Vacation Spirit by Watching Mariah Carey Bake Christmas Cookies. This was just a little gradual/barely laborious to observe, however come on, she is Christmas. Possibly I might assist her with these cookies subsequent time!

winter journey…a Information to Toronto: 12 Important Spots – in the event you’re planning a visit!

every part in my cart (excessive)…adore this candy Cassandre Mini matelassé leather-based bag from YSL. I really feel like Asher would love this!

buying…Boll & Department sheets. I like their Signature Hemmed Sheet Set, Signature Hemmed Cover Set, Waffle Mattress Blanket, and their Plush Bathtub Towel Set. I take advantage of their sheets and towels each day, they’re excellent, and I like figuring out they’re ethically sourced and natural.

2. The most well-liked recipes of November.

Most Well-liked: Salted Sage Honey Butter Brioche Rolls

Runner-up: Brown Sugar Maple Pecan Cookie Pie

Additionally should Point out: White Wine Miso Braised Pot Roast

Well-liked Dessert: Crispy Prosciutto and Cheese Sliders

Favorite Soup: Crockpot Creamy Solar-Dried Tomato Lasagna Soup

Additionally, I simply have to notice a couple of extra that have been within the high 5 this month. Herb and Butter Roasted Turkey with White Wine Pan Gravy. And our 2024 Thanksgiving Menu and Information. And similar to final yr, the Creamy White Hen Chili.

3. Cyber Week Gross sales – vacation decor/dwelling/ magnificence.

vacation decor

dwelling

magnificence

4. Christmas Shock! The Christmas Candle is right here!

It’s right here! It’s right here! A brand new Christmas candle for you all to take pleasure in this December. I LOVE this time of yr greater than something. It’s so particular to me and holds probably the most magical recollections and fantasies. And I LOVE all of the Christmas films too. I’m such a cheeseball.

I couldn’t let the season go by with out sharing in a brand new Christmas candle. It’s a practice now. The Snif crew and I developed my favourite vanilla-scented vacation candle. It’s what Christmas time is to me!!

The candle notes

Vanilla
Brown Sugar
Forest Pepper
Mistletoe
Frosted Fir
Tonka Bean

It’s festive with the pine, and I do know it should deliver heat to your property all Winter lengthy.

In contrast to different candle drops, there is no such thing as a preorder. This candle is out there to buy TODAY! We needed to share the product and have it prepared for delivery so you may burn all of it December lengthy!

I’ve liked bringing this candle with me whereas touring. I’ve been on the transfer a lot this previous yr that I actually miss dwelling, particularly now that it’s December. This candle brings a way of consolation and residential for the vacations. I do know so many people particularly really feel this as the vacations method, we’re juggling 1,000,000 issues directly. And that’s why we named this candle Winter Wander. Whether or not you’re internet hosting, visiting, or exploring this season, we hope Winter Wander brings a way of surprise to your property, and a way of dwelling to your wanders.

Seize the candle right here! It’s such an incredible reward to present this vacation season!

5. My December listing and vacation traditions.

Here’s a listing of 9 issues I’d like to do over the subsequent couple of weeks. Final yr my household was touring for a few of December. This yr, we’ll have just a little extra time at dwelling earlier than leaving for Christmas. I’m wanting ahead to making an attempt to do the entire vacation issues listed right here.

Enhance my home! Greater than ever, it wants some vacation cheer! My tree is up and ready for me to embellish after I get dwelling.
Watch all of the Christmas films potential. After all, in case you have any favorites, please ship them my approach! On my listing to date: Our Little Secret (Netflix), Nutcracker (Hulu), Scorching Frosty (Netflix), and The Merry Gents (Netflix). My mother and I’ll share our annual Christmas film listing subsequent week. I do know she has SO MANY on her listing.
Scorching chocolate for Asher day by day. Sharing a brand new recipe this week and I’m SO excited. I believe I’ve found the key to the perfect mug of cocoa.
A stroll down fifth Avenue plus a Christmas light-filled stroll via the Park. And if there’s snow, I might be the happiest. Put me in a Hallmark film.
Keep in mind to do one thing form for others each single day. We will’t overlook the true magic behind the vacation season. A easy “Glad holidays” or “Merry Christmas” and a smile can brighten anybody’s day, together with yours. Don’t be a Scrooge!
Simmer my Christmas potpourri all December lengthy with candles burning throughout.
Order everybody Christmas pajamas. I like vacation PJs a lot. I felt just like the pajamas wanted their very own favourite quantity. So many cute and festive choices this season.