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Late nights with my Cricut Maker 4. I love this cutting machine so much! I love that in able to customize absolutely everything and let my creativity flow. I’m making Christmas ornaments tonight and I can’t wait to share.

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Late nights with my Cricut Maker 4. I love this cutting machine so much! I love that in able to customize absolutely everything and let my creativity flow. I’m making Christmas ornaments tonight and I can’t wait to share. LTKSeasonal LTKParties LTKOver40

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Skincare empties that are totally worth trying out! If your skin is sensitive, mature, skin of color or you want minimal ingredients that work, these are great for both your skin and your budget. 😻 In this video are skin care products from Byoma, Good Molecules and The Ordinary. Check out a more thorough review on my TikTok, then come back here to purchase !

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My absolutely gorgeous pearl Christmas ornaments are now available on Etsy! They are about 3 inches and covered in ivory toned pearls. What a sophisticated and timeless accessory for Christmas trees everywhere. They come in sets of four for under 50 dollars. ♥️

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Still the most comfortable and cute shoes for work and lounging days. ♥️ They’re easy to slip on and take off, and they’re honestly the shoes they get me the most compliments when I’m out working or shopping. I love the color rose (pictured here), but I also love that there are so many other colorways to choose from. I want them all, lol. Shop them at this link!

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Midday mint tea in the cutest teapot for one from Amazon. Take break at home, while traveling or atwork with this cup, it’s the perfect four ounce pour and it feels fancy somehow. 🤩😹❤️

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Time to bust these candles out again. The ultimate holiday welcome is the scent of these amazing candles. Fresh and crisp, it smells like the forest. They burn so cleanly and are so aesthetically pleasing. I see them at my local fine food store an I want to buy them fifteen times over. Linking them here, they’re from Thymes!

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This Christmas tree is a nod to a simpler and softer style. Hanging crystal chandelier ornaments on a grand, Victorian style tree and elevated for all to see. This tree is a Balsam Hill classic, one that’s so lush and full of traditional green tips to hang ornaments from. If you’re looking for a faux Christmas tree that will last a long time and get more beautiful every year, this one is for you.

I really suggest getting your tree prelit! I usually love a white or warm white light situation, but the Twinkly lights are so so good. There are so many ways to customize their look and it’s such a fun experience to share with your kids and family members. You can either buy the tree with Twinkly lights hand strung, or you can could get an unlit tree and string them yourself! Linking them both here. ❤️

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Glitter ornaments, but make them yourself! These DIY options are both going on my trees this year, I’m just not sure which one I like better. What do you think? Glittery shatterproof ornament, or textured glitter on a styrofoam base? The glitter I use is what you need, it’s from Michael’s and it’s absolutely stunning. A few other must haves for crafting are linked here too. Stock up and have fun creating from now until December!

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This season, take dinner outside with an Ooni pizza oven. Once you’ve made pizza at home, you’ll never want to go to a restaurant for it again! The craftsmanship and detail of this oven is unparalleled. It’s an investment that will make your dinners, parties, events and more super special. The setup is easy, just hook it up to a propane tank and you’re good to go! There are essential accessories that in going to link here so that you can get started right away. The aluminum and bamboo peel are both necessary. Maybe I’ll make an additional video sharing why.♥️ I made a pesto and cheese pie tonight and it was gone in 60 seconds. 🤣

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The Bible Study by The Band Sunday is the perfect accompaniment to your physical Bible. It’s written to help you read and understand the Bible in one year. I highly recommend getting both books, the New and Old Testament. One will help you understand the other and vice versa. Writing and reading together will really deepen your knowledge and keep you focused. Find both on Amazon as a set! Linking it below for you. ♥️

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Studying the Bible helps me every day. I love that mine has four different translations side by side. When I need to understand certain words or parts, I can quickly switch over to another translation on the same page instead of looking it up in my phone. Definitely a great resource with which to study and understand the Word! There’s nothing like having a physical Bible, and this one is under 50 dollars!

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Easy marbled paint swirl ornaments! Tutorial coming tomorrow. 🖖🏾

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A few products that will hold your brows in place, soften pencil or brow powder and create a natural look! I like to use Anastasia Beverly Hills wax and the Perfect Brow Pencil. I like to soften the head of the brows and run the product through the brows to push them up a bit and set them in place. What are your favorite products for your eyebrows? Click to chop my faves below!

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A couple of LTK features to love! Trending posts will always be at the top of your screen. These are the latest and greatest must haves that I’m talking about in real time. Then there are product collections, which allows me to niche down a bit and curate for you. Choose what you’re looking for from the collections (eg bronzer, curls, ornament DIY products, Christmas trees etc) and everything is grouped together to make shopping easier and more brilliant for you! Tell me more about what you’d like to see from me in the comments, and I’ll keep it coming. ✨

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ONE Tree, FIVE Stunning Styles! 🎄
I styled my King of Christmas King Flock Slim Tree ✨ five different ways to show just how versatile this beauty is! From bold monochrome red to timeless red & green, elegant silver, vintage-inspired cream & rose gold, and even a floral twist 🌹 — this tree can do it ALL.
Whether your vibe is classic Christmas or modern glam, the flocking on this tree is gorgeous and makes every look feel magical ❄️
Which style is your favorite?
🎁 Tap to shop the exact tree + all the decor linked.

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The glitter every crafter needs in their kit for ornament making! This comes from Michael’s and is so beautiful. Make sure to get the extra fine version for a look like this, but know that there are chunky and standard versions if you prefer. Take a look at all the other colors too and get creative! I am using the shatterproof ornaments, but Michael’s has glass ones too. Make a ton of beautiful New Year’s ornaments and pop them on your tree for a few days. So gorgeous to look at!

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Charlotte Tilbury Beautiful Skin bronzer is so nice! My favorite is still the Airbrush Flawless, but this one is too different to compare. It’s got a creamy and silky feel, an it blends really well. Comes in the same four shades as the Airbrush, so it covers a wide range of skin tones. This is one you’ll use for a long time, and a primary staple of your makeup kit. Way worth it!

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I’m a makeup artist, and one thing I’ll always focus on is smooth, natural looking foundation. My biggest tip for this is to mix either a moisturizer or beauty oil to mix with your liquid or cream foundation.

It doesn’t have to be a lot, just a drop. But I promise, a little goes a long way and it makes your foundation glide and blend seamlessly with your skin.

The brush you use is also important, I like to use something dense that you can stipple onto the skin.

I’ll link to the products I used here to help guide your process. What is your favorite way to apply foundation?

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Slow your mornings down and try making your coffee by hand at home. Less plastic, less waste and more opportunity to customize your drink. 💙 I use a French press a kitchen scale from Amazon, and I use a ratio of 40 grams of coffee to 6 or 700 grams of water. Heat the water, pour it over the coffee and put the lid on. After about 4 2, press the top down. I make my own creamer with a bit of half and half plus brown sugar. Whisk it up an pour in your coffee. Done! Delaying your coffee a bit in the morning is good for you, I promise! Making it at home will save you some money and it’ll give you some chill time in the morning too. 💙 Linking the kitchen scale and press here, an also my favorite sturdy coffee cups from LeCrueset. I hope you try this!

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If you love to create things, I think a Cricut is the perfect addition to your life. It’s a cutting machine that helps you make SO many things at home. Things like puzzles, boxes, ornaments, t shirts and more. You’ll be able to personalize virtually anything, and there’s something super calming about using this machine. There’s so much to choose from in Cricut’s collection, but I love the Maker. It’s the model that allows you the most flexibility in regard to what you can make. The Explore series is awesome too, it was my first machine and I loved creating with it! I suggest buying a starter kit of sorts, so you can start creating immediately. Nothing’s more annoying than having to order tons of little things just to get started. Imagine being able to make custom stockings, handcrafted gifts, labels and more from home, with your personal touch. I’ll link to a kit that will get you started immediately! Michael’s is where you can get the Sage color way, it’s my absolute favorite. All the machines are on sale right now, yes! I hope you take the journey with a Cricut, you won’t regret it!

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The game-changing skincare duo that you NEED to try—especially if you love soft, nourished, and glowing skin like my lovely model Jaden’s. 💖✨
First, I start with a cruelty free and fragrance free moisturizer that’s packed with skin loving goodness. I love Osea Malibu's Seabiotic Water Cream. It’s lightweight, absorbs quickly, and leaves the skin feeling SO smooth, never greasy. The best part? It’s a very clean product. 🐰✨ I can rest easy knowing no animals were harmed in the making of this product.

Carrying the glow down to the body is where the real magic happens… A few drops of luxurious body oil mixed into a moisturizer gives the skin a gorgeous, dewy finish—perfect for these cooler months when skin tends to get a little dry. Who doesn’t love a little self-care moment on both the face and the body?😌💕
Osea lotion and body oil are a go-to combo for silky-smooth, hydrated skin that glows from head to toe! ✨💦 If you're ready to pamper yourself and treat your skin to the best, check out the links below to get your hands on this cruelty-free skincare dream duo. 👇🏼 I've also included them separately so you can choose your size. 🖖🏾

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Homemade Pasta Night Just Got a Major Upgrade 🍝✨
I’ve officially entered my Italian homemaker era and it’s all thanks to my KitchenAid Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer paired with the 3-piece pasta roller & cutter attachment — both absolute game changers. 🙌
This mixer is a powerhouse for serious home chefs — perfect for big batches of dough, bread, cookies, and more. The bowl-lift design gives it extra stability and strength for thick pasta doughs. 💪
The pasta attachment set (sold on Amazon!) rolls and cuts your dough into flawless fettuccine and spaghetti, making homemade pasta faster and so much more fun. And if you’ve ever made pasta, you know the drying struggle is real — this pasta drying rack saves the day. It holds a full batch and collapses for easy storage. 🙌
✨ Shop all 3 from Amazon:
✔️ KitchenAid Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
✔️ Pasta Roller & Cutter Attachment
✔️ Pasta Drying Rack
If you’ve been thinking about making pasta from scratch — this is your sign 🍽️

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Let’s do this beautiful DIY pearl Christmas ornament together! All you need to make this project is linked here. Making your own ornaments creates a truly bespoke experience for your tree, and it brings such a feeling of accomplishment. The pearls look absolutely stunning, a game changer and such a difference in price from what you can find at the store. Prices and scarcity for Christmas goods are a bit higher this year, so why not make ornaments yourself? Start now and have the most beautiful pearl ornaments waiting for you to place on your tree this November. Or October. 😆

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Make your own ornaments this year. It’s fun, rewarding and brings a sense of accomplishment. Also it’s so satisfying. Buy a container of clear fillable ornaments, paint and some brushes. Find a quiet and peaceful work area and just enjoy watching what your hands can create! I will post links to a little buying guide to get you started. If you start now you can just chill in the month of December.

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Yes, beet juice is incredible for your body. An amazing way to swap out some of the caffeine we consume in the mornings. I’m not a doctor and am not giving medical advice here, but Google the benefits and see how it might be able to help you. I drink it as much as I can in my favorite beer can glass. I got mine from Amazon and drink everything in them. ✨Linking them below, they come with bamboo lids and glass straws. Perfect for your water, iced tea and beet juices. ♥️

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My favorite makeup look is a minimal one. A dash of foundation, bronzer all over, a cream blush and lip balm. It’s legit all I need to feel put together. A go to look for sure. Charlotte Tilbury has the most impressive shade range for every skin tone. I love that I can use it for both my clients and myself. ❤️

For reference, my shade in the CT foundation is 14N, and Airbrush Bronzer in Shade 4. I use the corrector as a blush because it’s the most beautiful deep orange red tone. Shop these products now via the links below. 🖖🏾

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Wondering what you can actually make with your Cricut? Here’s something to create that’s fun and fairly easy. I made a cake topper out of premium cardstock, glossy photo and acetate papers.

I layered the cardstock on top of an acetate sheet, it’s food safe and therefore can sit on top of the frosting. To build up the shapes and make them 3D, I used adhesive foam dots in between each layer.

The Cricut print then cut feature opens up an entire world of possibilities, you just need an inkjet printer to use it. The Canon Pixma line of printers is an amazing one to use along with the Cricut. A bit of an investment, but you will be able to make so many things in your home to save money over time.

I have and love the the Cricut Maker 4, it’s exactly what I need to make so many projects and products. Custom t shirts, stencils, artisan ornaments and these cake toppers, plus so much more that I haven’t even discovered yet. If you’re a person that loves creativity and custom pieces…this machine is for you. 💕 I got mine from Michael’s, the link to shop is below!

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Tools for my set day with one of my favorite ESPN analysts. I love my makeup kit so much and recommend products from it here all the time. I’m heavy on the love for Anastasia Beverly Hills, the brow powders are iconic, smooth and long lasting. I also use Huda Beauty a lot for eyeshadows and Charlotte Tilbury for…everything, lol. Shop what you see in this photo below via the links! The highlighter palette is sold out, but don’t worry: I’ve included four of my favorite ones from brands I love that I highly suggest. All of them are cruelty free of course. ❤️

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Morning coffee in just a few minutes. This coffee maker is less expensive than most, and it works quickly. There’s also nothing like a Yeti tumbler for coffee. The mag slide is so clutch for keeping all the liquid in without spilling, and there are so many cute colors to choose from. Comfortable handle and double walled so your hot coffee stays hot or your water stays cold. The perfect morning combination. Shop through Amazon at the links below!

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Let me teach you how to make a cake infinitely more interesting in just a few steps.

First, bake your cake layers in a sheet pan and cut them out with cake circles. Such a great way to dirty less pans and streamline your process. The Fat Daddio professional sheet pans are the very best for this method. Linking them here. ♥️

Next, divide your batter into a few different bowls and use a separate color in each. Dollop them onto your sheet and then use a kitchen knife to swirl all the colors together. When you cut the cake, there’ll be the most gorgeous and interesting marbled pattern in it. It takes a little more time, but it’s worth it to wow your guests at your party or event. ✨

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