Nothing is quite as magical as the holiday season. All the twinkly lights, traditional carols, gingerbread houses, beautifully decorated trees, and the Christmas miracle make this time of year enchanting. It's an amazing time of the year to show your love and appreciation to the important people in your life. 'Tis also the season for crowded malls, long lines, and harried shoppers, so I put together the biggest gift guide ever to reduce the stress of this time of year. It's loaded with all kinds of ideas and price points. (You may find my previous gift guides here and here.) So, here's a little help for your holiday shopping! Holiday Shopping Guides 2019 “Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!” Luke 2:14 *This post contains some affiliate links ... View Post

CANDLE CARE 101 + A GIVEAWAY! As the nights grow longer and the days shorter, I attempt to bring a little hygge into my home.  🍂 Are you familiar with that term? Hygge is the Danish concept that encompasses coziness, contentment, and togetherness. This book explains all about the Danish obsession with all things cozy and once can see why hygge has become a lifestyle trend. One way I incorporate hygge is by burning candles daily. Because I continuously light candles, it became necessary to learn how to maintain them for longevity, safety, and health. “Days full of a fine, pale sunshine that sifted through the late, leafless gold of the juniper-trees and glimmered among the grey beeches…”   L.M. Montgomery Do you know how to care for your candles? Here you will find six tips for candle ... View Post

My Reading List~ *This post contains affiliate links. You can read more about that here. Thank you for supporting Everyday Natalie. Monday ushered in the first official day of autumn🍂. Though summertime remains my favorite season, fall contains its own unique and distinctive elements. I enjoy the changing leaves, apple picking, the crisp air, and bowls of homemade soup. It's a time to bring out the cozy blankets, wear chunky sweaters, and wrap myself in a warm scarf. It is the season to sip pumpkin spice lattes and lounge in a comfortable spot to read an engaging novel. My 2019 fall reading list won't be as extensive as my summer list was (I read 25 books!), but it's still ambitious for a busy next three months. The books I selected are mostly fiction, with just a few ... View Post