Weekly Wednesday Wish List #239

Weekly Wednesday Wish List #239

Welcome, friend. This week’s Wish List is all about settling into winter and enjoying home a little more slowly. I’m sharing pretty finds I’m loving, easy decorating ideas, a cozy kitchen favorite, and a few simple tips that make everyday life feel warmer and more inviting. Grab a cup of something warm and take your time.

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1. FAVORITE STYLING MOMENT: I love using vintage furniture and anything bamboo always calls my name. This corner of my living room needed something for height and I was thrilled when I came across these fab bookcases!

2. EASY DECORATING TIP OF THE WEEK: Refresh your mantel for winter by removing seasonal décor and replacing it with framed art, candlesticks, or architectural pieces. This creates a timeless focal point that works beautifully well past the holidays.

3. DID YOU KNOW: Did you know that switching from heavy holiday scents to lighter fragrances like citrus, pine, or eucalyptus can help improve mood during the darker winter months? Scent plays a powerful role in how a home feels.

4. FAVORITE RECENT PURCHASE: I recently purchased an art print from Target for my kitchen/breakfast room area. Blue and white + citrus = love!

Take a look at my Amazon purchases for favorite home decor, organization, and gadgets.

5. LOVELY LIVING AND BEYOND: Open the curtains each morning. Let natural light greet the day. Even winter sunlight has a way of lifting the spirit and making home feel warm and alive.

6. READER QUESTION OF THE WEEK: “January makes me want to organize everything. Where should I start so I don’t feel overwhelmed?” See #10 for the answer!

7. WEEKLY AWESOME FINDS:

This blue floral ceramic vase has a timeless, collected look that adds a soft touch of pattern and charm to shelves, consoles, or a simple tabletop arrangement.
Perfect for everyday cooking or display, this vintage-inspired cookbook holder and riser keeps favorite recipes at eye level while adding a warm, old-fashioned touch to the kitchen.
Filled with heartfelt stories and comforting recipes, The Lost Kitchen feels like an invitation to slow down, cook simply, and savor the beauty of gathering around the table.
With its soft palette and calming movement, Lauren Herrera’s Beautiful Rift adds a serene, thoughtfully layered feel that brings quiet beauty to a well-loved room.

Decorated with a subtle heart motif, this ceramic vase adds a gentle touch of charm and warmth to a shelf, bedside table, or small floral arrangement.
Crafted with an antiqued wood finish, this paper towel holder brings a quiet, old-house charm to the countertop while keeping everyday essentials close at hand.
Beloved for its relaxed, lived-in look, Belgian flax linen bedding softens beautifully over time and brings that effortless, heirloom-quality comfort that always feels just right at the end of the day.
Beloved for its relaxed, lived-in look, Belgian flax linen bedding softens beautifully over time and brings that effortless, heirloom-quality comfort that always feels just right at the end of the day.

8. WEARABLE STYLE:

Designed for chilly days, this heated hybrid puffer jacket offers cozy warmth with a classic, streamlined look that makes winter outings much more comfortable.
With their retro-inspired design and easy, everyday comfort, these Gola sneakers are the kind of casual classic that pairs effortlessly with jeans, dresses, and everything in between.
Relaxed and easy to wear, this everyday sweater has that just-right fit that works for casual days at home or simple outings while still looking pulled together.
With its wool-blend fabric and timeless wrap silhouette, this single-breasted maxi coat feels like a classic investment piece that will look polished and elegant for many winters to come.

With its timeless cable-knit texture and classic crewneck shape, this heritage-style cardigan is an easy layer that feels cozy, familiar, and just right for everyday wear.
Softly structured with a classic crewneck and short sleeves, this cardigan is an easy layering piece that feels timeless and polished for season-to-season wear.
A subtle metallic finish and comfortable kitten heel make these slingbacks an elegant choice for dressing up everyday outfits without sacrificing ease or wearability.
With its bold twisted cobra-chain design and warm gold finish, this bracelet adds a touch of timeless polish that looks just as lovely on its own as it does layered with favorites.

9. HOME HACK: Wash or vacuum lamp shades for brighter light. For stubborn dust, try using a lint roller. January’s shorter days make lighting more important than ever. Cleaning lamp shades allows more light through and instantly brightens a room.

10. ANSWER TO READER QUESTION (#5): Start small and visible. Choose one drawer, one shelf, or one cabinet and finish it completely before moving on. Quick wins build momentum, and an organized space you see every day is much more motivating than tackling hidden storage first.

1. DECORATING TRENDS FOR 2026: There are so many beautiful decorating trends ahead for 2026. They feel fresh yet familiar, with a strong nod to tradition and the timeless classics everyone is loving right now. Be sure to read 10 Beautiful Decorating Trends You Will Love For 2026 for all the inspiration.

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

3. ALL-NEW WINTER DECORATING MAGAZINE: Winter is the perfect time to slow down at home. This beautiful 19-page printable guide offers calm, cozy winter decorating ideas that make your home feel welcoming without feeling overdone.

4. THIS AND THAT: If you are craving the coziness of home right now, THIS will help. Have you heard of slow hobbies or granny crafts? See THIS for ideas. THIS is such a sweet, simple idea that it also smells good. Pleated lampshades are so popular right now. THIS is how to make a no-sew one, and THAT is fun too.

5. FABULOUS FINDS:

I LOVE this big heart boxwood topiary.
11-piece queen comforter set for $49!
This gorgeous, large, blue and white vase and this white fluted planter– fabulous prices!
This pretty blue and white quilted throw.

LOVE this wood and brass row of hooks. Perfect warmth and function.
Just found this gorgeous piece of furniture and LOVE it!
This sweet box and this one make great accents in your home.
This round spindle side table is beautiful!

6. BEAUTIFUL HOME TOURS AND MORE: Visit this colorful Pied-à-Terre in New Jersey and then this beautiful home that is a masterclass in blending soft colors and patterns. And here’s a look at beautiful layering– I appreciate it, but it is a bit too much more me. What do you think?

7. FUN AND INTERESTING FACTS: What do all snowflakes have in common? What flower blooms outdoors in the winter?

8. CURATED CLOSET:

This gorgeous hip-length trench coat– first spring 2026 item.
This wear everywhere cotton cashmere sweater– great price.
This ivory hooded puffer vest on sale + 60% off.
My favorite wear everywhere long-sleeve tee.

9. CULINARY CORNER: 30 Minute Chicken Noodle Soup: Heat 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil in a soup pot over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup diced celery, 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion, and 2/3 cup sliced carrots, cook 5 minutes. Add 64 ounces chicken stock, 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken breast, and 1 tablespoon dried parsley, bring to a simmer for 5 minutes. Bring to a boil, add 4 ounces whole wheat elbow pasta, and cook until tender. Season with about 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

10. THE LAST WORD: Add something living to a winter vignette to add life to a room. Winter decorating should be warm, simple, and welcoming. Get 20 Cozy, Warming Ideas for Decorating Your Winter Home.

ANSWER TO #7: Although snowflakes fall in different sizes and shapes, they all have six sides. Snowdrops can bloom in late winter. Their cells contain natural antifreeze, so they can survive. Now you know!

1. COMING SOON…FREE SPRING PRINTABLES: Thanks to the overwhelming love for our fall and Christmas printable art, a fresh spring printable art collection is officially on the way. Mark your calendars for January 20th! You can add your email address here and I’ll send the entire art collection to your inbox on the day of its release.

2. COZY TIP OF THE WEEK: January is a great time to try a hobby you’ve been curious about but never made time for. Needlepoint, mahjong, sourdough, journaling or anything that gives you a creative routine to look forward to can add so much coziness to your life.

3. EASY HOME UPDATE: The new year is the perfect time to freshen up your home, and swapping out an accent rug is one of the easiest ways to do it. I put together a collection of affordable accent rugs I’m loving right now that add warmth, texture, and personality without a full room makeover.

4. LITTLE THINGS I’M LOVING:

I have never (and I mean NEVER) seen a cuter kitchen collection than this one! Look at this chicken baking dish, and this cow dessert plate, and this bunny spoon rest.
When I saw this cottage style portable lamp, I instantly added it to my cart.
A non-slip baking should be a requirement for any bath mat. You will LOVE this one.
Our kitchen counter stools are on sale. So is the matching chair cushion, which I’ve been debating on adding to our stools.

I almost fell off my chair when I saw this vintage inspired serving platter on Walmart’s website.
We replaced this bench in our side entryway, with this one. It’s so much more our home’s style!
If home organization is on your list of things to-do, this basket would be great for organizing your pantry.
I’m obsessed with this cottage floral quilt set and these eyelet ruffle hem sheets.

5. FROM MY KITCHEN TO YOURS: My sweet and salty homemade Chex mix recipe is perfect for game day snacking or anytime you get the munchies.

6. UPDATING MY WARDROBE:

One of the prettiest bathrobes. The block print pattern is fabulous!
When I saw the floral pattern on this jacket, I had to buy it.
Such a fun tote bag for the spring.
Mesh is trending in the footwear department, these sneakers are a great way to try it out.

7. MAKE THIS WITH ME: To make the most adorable Valentine garland, grab our banner template, cardstock or paper, scissors, string or twine, and a little tape or glue. Cut out the pennant and heart shapes, layer them for dimension, attach them to string, and hang on a mantel, from a shelf, or above a doorway.

8. OVER ON THE ‘GRAM: I change these in our home about as often as some people change their underwear!

9. WEEKLY MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE: “The first step in crafting the life you want is to get rid of everything you don’t.” ~Joshua Becker

10. IS YOUR HOME COZY: We all want our homes to be a place of comfort, warmth, and relaxation, but sometimes it can be hard to know where to start. So, I created a quick quiz that will help you assess your space and discover simple ways to make it cozier and more inviting.