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Journey Jots #56

By Rachel

published 11/17/2024

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Last Updated on November 17, 2024 by Mitch

Welcome to Journey Jots #56!

In this weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, latest news from life and blog, a selection of budget Christmas gift ideas for her that I’m loving right now, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #56!

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Journey Jots #56

Hello guys and happy Sunday!

How was your week? Have you started decorating for Christmas yet? Have you found anything neat at the thrift store lately? Do you have any good news to share? I love to know what’s going on in your world so let me know in the comments.

Life Lately

We spent a lot of time outside this week! It’s not too cold yet and the air has been so crisp and refreshing. We’ve had a good amount of rain too so it’s been like, misty and foggy, making for super neat walking weather!

There has been a whole pack (is it a pack of swans? or a gaggle of swans?? If you know…let me know) on a lake near our house. Swans are so majestic! I must have stood for a good 10 minutes just watching them swim around. I think I counted 14 swans! So neat.

Other than that, I de-decked the fall decor the other day and am in full on Christmas decorating mode this week! I’m going with a very different look this year than year’s past and can’t wait to share it all with you!

Also, the toy that Tilly got for her birthday has been completely destroyed:) She’s not ashamed one bit!

Weekly Shopping Finds- Budget Christmas Gift Ideas for Her

How pretty are these wild flowers soap petals?!
I love a good pair of socks and these ones are so cute!
These cozy slippers are perfect for cold evenings.
This floral mug is gorgeous…so fun to use for coffee or hot cocoa!
A personalized monogram tote bag has so many uses. Or, a monogrammed tumbler for those on-the-go ladies.
I live in sweaters during the winter months. This turtleneck sweater is on sale and such a pretty color!
A cozy, winter hat is such a thoughtful gift. I love this beanie with a fur pom pom.

On the Blog-Journey Jots #56

This past Thursday, I shared a brand new guide to thrifted holiday decorating. In it, you will find a plethora of tips on sourcing and styling thrifted decor as well as some of my favorite thrifted Christmas decor items. This was one of my most favorite posts I’ve ever written and I hope it’s helpful for you!

Since I have Christmas in my brain right now, this post all about decorating with ribbon for Christmas is another goody! Ribbon is the most under-rated decorative item when it comes to the holiday season. It can be found for super cheap and elevates anything from lamps to vases to doorknobs!

And, let us not forget about Thanksgiving! Even though it’s super late this year, it’s still an important holiday. So, in case you still need a few easy decorating tips for Thanksgiving, here are some thrifty ideas!

Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey

This coming week I’ll be sharing a brand new post on how to style a last minute Thanksgiving vignette using thrifted items. Then, in a few weeks, come back for the next Thrifted Goodies post on sustainable holiday decorating.

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 Shop

I WROTE AN E-BOOK! My very first e-book, ‘An Introduction to: Antique and Vintage Home Decor’, is available for purchase and I couldn’t be more excited about it.

The e-book is a 32 page, downloadable PDF file that you will receive in your email upon purchase. In it, you will find tips for sourcing, pricing, and styling decor from milk glass to copper to linens. I do hope you check it out!

Inspiring Content from Around the Web

Wendy shares how to make lovely gold leaf ornaments!
This is the most creative DIY wreath I’ve ever seen!!
I’m working on simplifying my mindset and this video has been so helpful.

Closing Tidbits for Journey Jots #56

Thank you so much for being here and joining me! I love sharing a little bit of my daily life with you.

Mindful Living Tip of the Week: ‘I give thanks for this day. It’s never come before and it will never come again.’

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