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Journey Jots #57

By Rachel

published 11/24/2024

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Welcome to Journey Jots #57!

In this weekly recap, I’ll share some of my most recent posts, latest news from life and blog, a selection of budget Christmas decor, and an assemblage of encouraging content from other creators. Settle in and join me for Journey Jots #57!

Journey Jots #57

Hello guys and happy Sunday!

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How was your week? Are you ready for Thanksgiving? 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

It’s been a busy time around here! From preparing for Thanksgiving, putting the finishing touches on my Christmas decor, and tending to Tilly’s acid reflux flare up this past week have all kept me on my toes.

Tilly is feeling much better now but that’s not without an expensive trip to the vet. They did some bloodwork to see if there was anything unusual going on in her insides.

But, I was SO incredibly relieved when the vet called saying that her blood is ‘flawless’. Thank you, God, for taking care of my most special puppy.

I have put the final touches on my Christmas decor for this year! I’m super happy with how this new-to-me theme turned out and I can’t wait to share it all with you very soon!

Until then, here’s a sneak peek of the mantel.

And, it wouldn’t be a Jots without miss Molly!

She was waiting for grandma…how adorable is that?!

Weekly Shopping Finds- Favorite Budget Christmas Decor

I recently purchased this Norfolk Pine garland and LOVE it. It looks SO real hanging across my mantel!
I’m using this khaki colored ribbon all over my house for Christmas. It’s the perfect neutral color. This velvet green variety is also pretty.
Eucalyptus is an under-rated Christmas greenery. I purchased this set of stems for my holiday decor and they are lovely!
It’s rare that I purchase anything brand new but I fell in love with this small glass faceted Christmas tree as well as this velvet green one. They are both such good deals!
Let’s talk ornaments. For vintage inspired ones that don’t cost a pretty penny, try this one, this one, or this one. I also love the look of these glittered pinecone ornaments!
Green and white restaurant ware is one of my very favorite Christmas decorations. The colors are just perfect for the season! Try this set, these plates, or these mugs.

On the Blog-Journey Jots #57

This past Thursday, I shared my last Thanksgiving post for the season.

If you are in a pinch to get all the things done before the big feast, this quick and easy Thanksgiving vignette is a decor piece that can be made, from start to finish, in 10 minutes flat. And, you can use thrifted items, or things already around the house, to make it!

And, if you are in the thick of planning out your Christmas decor, this post shares a plethora of thrifty tips on decorating for Christmas on a budget! You truly don’t need to spend tons of money on decor to create a beautiful home.

Finally, this Christmas DIY on how to make a garland with vintage sheet music brings that vintage Christmas feel like nothing else! Made with paper and ribbon, this is another budget-friendly decor idea that you can create for a merry home.

Coming Up on The Antiqued Journey

This coming week I’ll be sharing a brand new Thrifted Goodies post! I’ve sourced some super neat things recently to decorate for Christmas and I can’t wait for you to see. Then, in a few weeks, come back for a fun Christmas ornament DIY!

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!

I also have one Christmas candle available for purchase!

This one-of-a-kind Christmas candle poured in a vintage ball jar smells of pine, balsam, and sweet cranberry with a hint of cinnamon. It’s the epitome of what Christmas smells like!

There is just this one available and would make a lovely gift.

SHOP CHRISTMAS CANDLE HERE.

Inspiring Content from Around the Web

You are not going to want to miss this Christmas home tour filled with mix and match patterns!
Love vintage cooke cutters? This post shares the history behind them and how to identify the true old ones.
Donna shares her great tips on how to organize and style a hutch or china cabinet…just in time for the holidays!

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.

I also wanted to take a minute to thank you. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for being here. Without you, I wouldn’t be able to do what I love and share my passions with the world. So, as we approach this Thanksgiving, I’m so, so, so grateful for you. From my home to yours, I’m wishing you and your family a blessed Thanksgiving!

Mindful Living Tip of the Week: ‘I release the pressure valve of worry, letting it drain from me completely’.

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