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It was maybe even more anticipated this time around since folks loved the first release in March so much (another silver lining during quarantine). As much as I wanted to set my alarm for a super early wake up call this time around, I didn’t because I was preoccupied with enjoying my only free weekend this month before the kids’ first games this season.  Thankfully I had previously saved a bunch of items I liked to my favorites and shopped what I could around 10:30am CST.  By then, some highly coveted items were sold out.

Thankfully since Targets are open, some of the designs trickled into stores before the big launch and I did get a few beautiful pieces!

Here’s what I got and loved:

I’m a sucker for affordable decor pieces, especially from some of my favorite designers that happen to partner with Target. I snagged the wood bowl and a couple framed pieces of art to start. The bowl is transitional and can be used to function in a kitchen or sit pretty on a shelf. I also love the vintage inspired art pieces so much – best of all, the pieces are so budget friendly!

Here’s what I’m hoping to still find:

I was really hoping for the brass sconces, the metal two arm ceiling light fixture, and abstract wall art.  I feel like one can never have too much lighting and art in the home, and I have the hardest time finding ones that I really love but are also affordable. Also, the wood boxes are adorable – I love the layering look of them for a shelf space.  For you Studio McGee design fans, what do you have your heart set on?

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year…

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My favorite part of the season is when we transform our home into a Christmas wonderland: putting up the Christmas tree, decking the front porch with lots of  prelit garland , pulling out our favorite decor from past years, and keeping it fresh with the prettiest pieces from (where else?)  Target’s New Holiday Collection .  We love lighting the fire and cranking up the Christmas tunes to turn our holiday decorating tasks into a festive occasion — with hot cocoa for the boys, and beer and wine for my hubby and me.

 

LIGHT IT UP

Nothing says “the holidays are here” like twinkling lights. Thanks to Target’s festive decor, greenery and prelit garland  my home will have a warm, cozy glow all season long.

shop the look: Phillip’s  prelit garland ,  Flocked Pine & Pine Cone Wreath

 

CHILDHOOD CHRISTMAS

One new family tradition we started when Jonah was born is that each Christmas, we get a new family ornament to hang on the tree so that our collection grows with meaningful pieces. We’ve also gifted to our boys their own customized embroidered stockings that they love to put up each year. We have one stocking made for Gir (RIP) and Chaka that we will continue to proudly display for years to come even though Gir is no longer with us. It’s a special way for our family to remember her.  The kids love having their own little Christmas tree and a mantle in the family room where they can add their own creativity and fun touches.

Kids’ Family Room Tree

shop the look:  White Berry Pine Needle Wreath ;  prelit garland ;  3ft Prelit Balsam Fir Christmas Tree ;  Burlap Flocked Christmas Tree ; kids and pet wool stockings are from Garnett Hill;  Toy Christmas Telephone

 

 

 

Main Living Room Tree

WINTER WONDERLAND

I always start my holiday decorating process by laying a foundation with lots of greenery – garlands on the mantle, wreaths on the doors and windows, and of course a towering Christmas tree and the kids’ own tree.  I’ve been sticking to a single color palette over the years with wintry shades of white and frosty sage warmed up with cozy faux-fur, rich velvets, and pinecones, while letting the kids go wild with color and fun decorations on their tree.

shop the look:  Gold Wire Wreath ;  Candlestick Holders in Gold ;  Eucalyptus Pinecone Garland ;  prelit garland ;  Faux Fur Christmas Stockings ;  Burlap Flocked Christmas Tree ;  Letters to Santa Mailbox

 

BRING ON THE COZY

When relaxing at home, I’m all about the cozy vibes. To make the house feel extra inviting, I love layering a few extra throw pillows and draping big fluffy blankets over couches and arm chairs. I also like to add a few seasonal pieces such as art, objects and figurines to my bookshelves that I can rotate throughout the year.

shop the look:  Faux Fur Throw Pillow ;  Faux Fur Throw Blanket ; Framed Art Trees ; 

Holidays, we’re ready for ya! I hope that you all have the best time decorating your space this year and enjoying the holiday magic all season long.

 

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After an exciting Hearth & Hand with Magnolia home decor launch for Target last year just in time for the holidays, I knew this year’s holiday collection would be just as good. I had much more self control this year and only chose pieces to add to my holiday decor collection that I knew I loved and would use beyond the holidays. (Who needs the farmhouse dollhouse anyway?!) 😉

Here are my favorite pieces I picked up at this year’s Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Holiday Decor for Target:

Candles

You can never have enough candles. They make the perfect gifts for just about anyone. They are also little indulging wellness gifts to yourself. These candles come in a stylish modern tin that looks great beyond the holidays. The candle design doesn’t scream Christmas, so they are perfect to gift and use year round. They come in several scents. My favorite scent is the Lavender Eucalyptus.

 

Greenery

I adore greenery around the home, especially eucalyptus. Eucalyptus has been a favorite new addition to the Hearth & Hand with Magnolia collection and seen in many home and design spaces. It is currently the greenery of choice due to its versatile styling ability and unique fresh and modern look. Hearth & Hand has added a Eucalyptus Garland to its holiday garland collection this year. It’s a refreshing change from the usual pine needle holiday garlands traditionally used.

Arrangements

This cute arrangement is the perfect finishing touch for a Christmas vignette, or as a standalone piece on your tabletops. I love the several arrangements from the Hearth and Hand collection  helps take the guesswork on making the perfect floral stem arrangements as these stems come glued into the vase.

There are so many other beautiful pieces from the holiday collection to get your home holiday ready. What are some of your favorite pieces from the Hearth and Hand with Magnolia Holiday collection?

 

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Target and SoulCycle hosted a 10-city tour featuring private three-day weekend events—with complimentary classes taught by certified SoulCycle instructors. I had the pleasure of attending the Seattle pop-up event over the weekend and got to experience what SoulCycle is all about. SoulCycle’s studio cycling classes are a 45-minute, high-intensity workout (complete with candlelight and rocking music).

With the motivation from our class instructor and the perfectly curated playlist, I made it through the entire ride while getting in my zone and just riding to the beat.

To help guests give their workout gear a stylish refresh, the event featured a pop-up shop with Target x SoulCycle workout apparel.

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One of my favorite pieces from the collection is the SoulCycle tank designed for Target, available here.

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Thanks to Target and SoulCyle for bringing this unique experience to Seattle. We can’t wait to have you back!!0140-HC6CPU

 

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I am so excited for one of my favorite designer’s Joy Cho of Oh Joy’s newest home decor and nursery collection for Target out in stores and online this month. With a new baby of my own at home, I’m still in nursery/baby room decorating mode. I love the gold animals paired with lighter pastel colors.

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Some items for the nursery collection are already available online. I’m digging the gold framed prints. These would look great in a bedroom or home office.50047683

Photos by Oh Joy and Target