Last Updated on March 10, 2024 by Rachel Granholm
Welcome to Journey Jots #20!
In each weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, favorite finds or things I’m currently shopping for, and an assemblage of home decor tips and encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #20!
Journey Jots #20
Hello, guys! Hope you are well!
Are you starting to prepare for Easter? It’s crazy how early the holiday is this year. Usually, Easter falls right around my birthday in mid-April. It caught me off guard when I looked at the calendar saw that that’s not the case this year!
Do you have any fun Easter traditions that you do year after year? Let me know in the comments!
Life Lately
It’s been another busy week on the blog and at home. Life just hasn’t slowed down! Between work, family things, and fitting in hobbies like biking and thrifting, some days feel like a blur. But, I am continually grateful for each day and this life that I get to live.
This is how all of us feel at the end of each day lately 🙂
Last weekend, hubby and I were lucky enough to be on niece duty for a few hours. Molly continues to amaze me with how smart she is and her joyful, bubbly personality ALL the time!
She is babbling non-stop, basically crawling, and is now eating real people foods!
Tilly LOVES Molly and was SO excited to lay on the blanket with her! Tilly even went and got one of her dog toys out of her basket and wanted Molly to play with that…it was THE CUTEST thing ever.
The weather is starting to feel more like Spring and it’s just lovely. We continue to try and take nature walks as much as we can. It gets us outside, away from screens, and re-connects us to the present moment.
This an old mill building, from the 1800’s, near the MN River that we walk to sometimes. It’s such a neat spot!
Favorite Weekly Shopping Finds
- These outdoor candles give such a pretty glow in the evening.
- My favorite eyebrow pencils.
- This vegan collagen eye and face cream is amazing! I use it every morning.
- Swim suit shopping…need I say more?! But these swim suit bottoms are incredibly comfortable and on sale! And, this swim suit top is super cute.
- My favorite dry shampoo, especially for dark hair.
- The most adorable moss bunnies for Spring decor!
- Some of my favorite faux florals for Spring include Poppy, Ranunculus, Tulips, and Cosmos.
On the Blog-Journey Jots #20
Last week, I shared THREE posts!
Last Tuesday, I shared an updated post on how to make the cutest DIY bunny ornaments for Easter!
With a few materials and some paint, you can totally create these adorable pieces of decor to add to your Easter celebration.
Then, on Thursday, I wrote a brand new post all about the best artificial flowers for Spring.
You will find all of the tips and tricks needed to find the best stems and make them look real!
Lastly, I shared how to decorate a cloche for Spring!
This simple tutorial will show you how easy it is to create a vignette, under glass, for your own home!
Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey
This coming week I’ll be sharing a brand new DIY on how to make a Easter egg topiary tree. You guys..it’s SO cute. Don’t miss it!
Then, in a few weeks, I’ll be showcasing my home all decorated for Spring to bring you some budget-friendly decor options.
Lots of super fun content coming your way! Be sure you are subscribed to my e-mail so you are the first to know about new posts and merchandise updates!
The Antiqued Journey Candles
I also have an important announcement regarding candles. Last year, I poured a certain amount of candles and when they were gone, they were gone.
But, I’m trying something new this year!
So, in the shop, you will find a listing for ‘Candles Made to Order’. Right now, I have floral and Spring scents available for order. You can choose to order any scent from the dropdown menu.
They are made the exact same way and hand-poured, by me, out of my kitchen. I’m so excited to share them with you!
Inspiring Content from Around the Web
- Missy shares the neatest tutorial on how to up-cycle old lids to create decoupage coasters.
- My friend Lora has a super amazing post for 25 DIY Spring Decor Projects! These will blow your mind.
- Aliya shares the simplest yet stunning ways to style your home for Spring on a budget.
Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #20
Thank you so much for being here and joining me for journey jots #20! I love sharing a little bit of my daily life with you.
Mindful Tip of the Week: Right when waking up in the morning, find one thing to be grateful for.
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So fun Rachel. Yes, Easter is way too early this year. But my kids will be home from college on spring break so we’ll be able to celabrate all together. For that I am grateful. Happy Sunday friend. XO- MJ
That’s amazing! So great. You, as well!
Yes, trying to get my Easter mojo going, but it is so early! Wonderful to enjoy the Springlike days, though! Thanks for including me in your highlights this week, Rachel!
Hi! you are so welcome! Wishing you a lovely week ahead!
I can’t get over how much Molly is growing, Rachel. I swear it feels like she was just born! I love that she and Tilly have such a special bond. It’s such a sweet thing to see and experience. Can’t wait to dive into all these links. I love all the spring and Easter ideas you’ve been sharing lately! Hugs, CoCo
I know, right?! It’s crazy!
Thanks, CoCo!!
So glad Molly and Tilly love spending time together! They are both so cute! Glad you’re having good weather! When my boys were little we always went to church on Easter morning, and then had a big family meal with an Easter egg hunt for all the littles! I miss those days! Happy Spring!
Thank you!
We did the same!! I’m excited for Molly to be able to do that as she gets older 🙂