Winter’s Nest

I know it’s a bit premature to be thinking of the holidays and winter so soon, but I can’t help it. Working in retail and print media has hammered a certain schedule into my brain, and as soon as fall arrives, I’m already pulling out the blankets and cider, and planning my winter crafts. Silly, I know, but it also means that I get a jump start on feeling the childlike excitement that accompanies the holidays. I promise not to bombard you with these kinds of posts from now until March, but I do have to share just a few bits of winter inspiration that we’ve picked up during our winter editorial brainstorming. Hopefully they will provide just a small spark of anticipation for the cozier days ahead, but whether you continue in the holiday spirit or tuck them away for a later date is entirely up to you. Enjoy!

{Images above: Katie Miller shares a simple tutorial for making rustic snowflake ornaments out of branches and winter greens.}

{Images above: An ornate reclining chair receives a new silvery grey coat and beautiful faux bois upholstery from Barb at Knack Studios.}

{Images above: Mimi Thorisson of Manger shares a recipe for these heavenly chocolate swirl meringues.}

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