Weekly Wednesday Wish List #231

ByYvonne Pratt

Weekly Wednesday Wish List features something for everyone. This week, we feature ideas for Thanksgiving and Christmas.

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Welcome To Weekly Wednesday Wish List #231

Good morning, friend! This week’s WWW is filled with simple and beautiful ideas to help you enjoy the best of Thanksgiving and Christmas. I’m sharing festive inspiration for your home, a few helpful tips for the busy days ahead, and easy touches you can try right away. Grab a cup of something warm and come see what we found for you this week.

White vase with dried hydrangeas and Christmas greens

1. Step inside our home, all dressed up for Christmas. Christmas Home Tour: The Art Of Layering The Season’s Best is part one of our two-part Christmas home tour, filled with simple ideas and inspiration for decorating your home in a gentle, unrushed way this season.

2. AMAZON FINDS: See all my favorite new picks from Amazon.

3. CHRISTMAS PLANNER: Stay organized and enjoy the beautiful holiday season with this 16-page printable Christmas Planner to keep your holidays organized and on track.

4. THIS AND THAT: Hosting a Friendsgiving soon? THIS shares easy tips for planning a cozy, stress-free gathering with your favorite people. In case you missed it, THIS is the most delicious way to roast a turkey. THIS will give you ideas to make your home smell like Christmas, and so will THAT Christmas simmer pot. Love THIS funny, helpful IG account.

5. FABULOUS FINDS:

6. HOME TOURS AND HOMEMAKING: Learn how to embellish a plain live Christmas wreath (or faux wreath) with Butter Wakefield. What’s on the decorating horizon for 2026? Shae McGee shares the beautiful new trends we will all be loving next year. Ruth McKeaney shares Friendsgiving at her beautiful Hilltop Farm.

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What are male turkeys called, and female? What is November’s full moon called and why?

8. CURATED CLOSET:

9. CULINARY CORNER: Perfect for a Thanksgiving Charcuterie Board: Olive Lover’s Dream Dip: In a food processor, combine 1 cup pitted green olives, 1 cup crumbled feta cheese, ½ cup cream cheese (room temperature), 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 minced garlic clove, zest of 1 lemon, and juice of ½ lemon. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add 1 chopped roasted red pepper (about ½ cup), 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional), and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Mix everything together until well combined. Serve with crackers, pita chips, or fresh veggies. I‘m making this tapenade for Thanksgiving.

10. THE LAST WORD: Getting Ready For Thanksgiving And Christmas: Simple Ideas For A Calm, Beautiful Season is filled with easy ways to tidy and organize your home, transition from one holiday ot the next, decorate your home, prepare for family and guests, plan and cook delicious food, wrap thoughtful gifts, and truly enjoy this special time of year.

ANSWER TO #7: Male turkeys are called toms, and females, hens. November’s full moon is called the Beaver moon because beavers build their lodges and prepare for winter this time of year. Now you know!

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shower

1. FAVORITE STYLING MOMENT: This week’s favorite styling moment is brought to you by my newly remodeled primary bathroom. It’s tiny, but it’s mighty and is chock full of ideas to make living with a small bathroom easier. I’ll have a blog post soon!

2. EASY DECORATING TIP OF THE WEEK: Style your tree like a designer by decorating in layers. Add lights first, then ribbon, then ornaments in varying sizes and finishes. Why this works: Working in layers gives your tree depth and balance. It prevents ornaments from looking flat and lets your decorations shine beautifully from every angle.

3. DID YOU KNOW: Did you know that cranberries bounce when they’re fresh? Farmers used to sort them by dropping them down stairs. The ones that bounced were good, and the soft ones were tossed!

4. FAVORITE RECENT PURCHASE: I’m not a fan of having an open trash can in a bathroom. It’s kind of an ew moment for me, so I swapped mine for this touchless version. The motion sensor automatically raises and closes the lid. It keeps everything contained, and I don’t have to see anything sitting out in the open anymore.

5. LOVELY LIVING AND BEYOND: Before your feet touch the floor each morning, give a quiet “thank you” for the day ahead. Gratitude doesn’t have to wait for Thanksgiving, it can carry you through every single day.

6. READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “How can I make my holiday table feel festive without spending a fortune?” See #10 for the answer!

7. WEEKLY AWESOME FINDS:

  • These oversized linen tablecloths instantly make any holiday table feel warm and inviting. Their generous size sets the perfect backdrop for festive meals and cozy gatherings.
  • Always run out of space in the sink when entertaining? Pick up this collapsible dish basin and have more room to let those dishes soak while you spend time with your guests. 
  • I’ve never seen an arched mirror medicine cabinet, but I really like it. 
  • This is the sweetest set of stoneware bowls. It comes with a tray, ramekins and lids… perfect for a trio of dips. 

8. WEARABLE STYLE:

  • Need something pretty for a family gathering or Christmas party? This cardigan would work for any holiday occasion. 
  • If you are still looking for something to wear for Thanksgiving, this maxi dress would be perfect! 
  • Stay comfy in this flannel that comes in Christmasy colors. Love it! 
  • I love velvet jeans and these come in the dreamiest shades. 
  • Do you wear long skirts? I think this skirt is so elegant. I might need to get it!  
  • This is such a great neutral tennis shoe for those times when you want to be cute, but casual. 
  • If you are hot natured, these cooling pajamas are so pretty. 
  • These are the most gorgeous set of pearl drop earrings and they are on sale now! 

9. HOME HACK: Here’s a great little tip for getting ahead before big holiday meals so I can enjoy my guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen. Two days before the meal, chop all your vegetables and store them in clear labeled containers. On the day-of, you’ll only need to cook them as you desire. It’s simple, but it makes a big difference.

10. ANSWER TO READER QUESTION (#5): Start with what you already have. Layer a simple runner or plaid scarf, mix in greenery from your yard, and use candles or ornaments as accents. Add cloth napkins tied with ribbon or twine for an instant touch of charm.

wicker tree with red bow

1. POPS OF RED: After years of keeping our Christmas decorations neutral, I decided it was time for a little color. Pops of red have completely transformed our kitchen and made it feel even cozier for the holidays. So, I’m sharing my tips on how to add color to your kitchen without it feeling over the top.

2. COZY TIP OF THE WEEK: Think about using fruit in your Christmas decor. Oranges, cranberries, and even red apples add warmth and color that is timeless and natural. Dried orange slices strung into garlands, bowls of pomegranates on the counter, or apples tucked into evergreen branches make your home look effortlessly festive.

3. 50+ WAYS TO MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL EXTRA COZY FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Grab my ebook for simple ideas on how to make your home warm and welcoming.

4. LITTLE THINGS I’M LOVING:

5. FROM MY KITCHEN TO YOURS: Add my Thanksgiving sangria to your Thanksgiving menu. It’s light and refreshing made with cider, white wine, orange slices, cranberries, and apple butter. Mix a big pitcher in the morning and let the flavors combine while you prepare the turkey.

6. UPDATING MY WARDROBE:

7. MAKE THIS WITH ME: Now is the perfect time to get crafting for the holiday season, so I rounded up 10 easy and cozy Christmas DIYs. Each project is simple to make, adds a handmade touch, and will bring a little extra charm to your home.

8. OVER ON THE ‘GRAM: Style my favorite kitchen corner with me!

9. WEEKLY MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE: “Great things are done by a series of small things brought together.” ~Vincent Van Gogh

10. PLANNING AHEAD TO THE HOLIDAYS: To keep things from feeling chaotic later, I wrap gifts as I buy them or as they arrive in the mail. It’s amazing how much calmer December feels when there isn’t a mountain of boxes waiting for you.

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Happy Wednesday, friends…

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