Dear Santa...

Getting my letters done early this year. I'll show you the Most Important One first:

If Santa grants my request, you are all invited 

to fly to Paris with me!

xo

And, uh, one of these, would be nice:

I think I 'll happily settle for some Bubbly and my dear friends and Loved Ones:

CHEERS!
xo
Valerie

Brilliant, Original, + EASY Gift Wrap Ideas

Trying too hard? Here are some really EASY yet 

smart-looking and creative gift wrap ideas:

Find a great copy of Jingle bells and enlarge it on a copier:

A pair of cozy kneesocks to wrap wine:

Tower of boxes ( Martha stewaRT)

Duct Tape + White Boxes

Maps

Tape and straws:

Key chains and rubber bands

For That  kid:

Newspapers, comics...and the bow:

Silver + Brown:

Crafting paper + string:

SIMPLE Layering:

Tiny gem:

Have a Wrapping Good  -- or Good Wrapping -- Day!

xoValerie

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Visual Delight, Dust Bust

I love this shelving, open look..

...but who the heck wants to deal with dusting and rinsing of dishes before each use?


Have a stress-free day!


xo
Valerie




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More is More

 In the following rooms with these beautiful mirrors, if one is good, two are amazing!

Aren't they gorgeous?!

Have a Reflective Day!

xo

Valerie

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Awesome Bedroom Ideas for Stylish Girls of All Ages

From Bella Mancini Design to Taylor Swift, here are some gorgeous

bedroom ideas for cool girls, chic teens, and grown women!

Too cute!

Have a Happy, Girlishly 

Stylish Day!

xo

Valerie

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Why Your Christmas Tree Doesn't Have to be the Usual Tree

 Unless you have children, who really need that solid, traditional tree, ( and the stockings, Santa and the presents), you CAN skip the usual hours-long Christmas Tree Experience. 

 And still celebrate as fully as anyone.

   Your "tree" can be anything that celebrates the season and makes you feel good!

 These images prove it. 

You will see  twigs in a tin bucket, pieces of old wood nailed together, a rearranged bookshelf, and more...

my favorite:

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A round grill at the ceiling, with  fishing line hanging down, holding these ornaments:

Fun:

Pick this trio up at your favorite gift + home decor shop.

 It will take no time to set up and take down each year.

Or this, which is also too simple!

This one, below,  is in so many Christmas stores these days. You can RENT rent one already decorated! Many will put it up in your home for you. Upside down, if you wish.

I could never summon the patience to do this:

Have a great, Christmas-Season-y Day!

xo

Valerie

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