Our Tiny Nest

8 In Nesting

Nesting

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Nesting on this last Sunday morning of August.

I have been solo with the kids since Thursday night and Rick finally comes home today! Hallelujah! We’ve missed him.

School starts back up in less than 2 weeks. I’m ready to get back into a routine and settle into the coziness that comes with autumn.

I used to love going back to school shopping with my mom when I was younger. It looks just a little different with boys. Obviously we had to go to the new Dick’s Warehouse.

Speaking of back to school, this week I shared this back to school snack mix. I like to leave it out in a little jar so the kids can nibble and help themselves when they come home.

I went to Target earlier this week and the Dollar Spot was rocking with so many cute things for fall. I picked up this little apple basket and decided to make a little teacher gift for when we go meet the teacher and drop off school supplies the day before. Linking it here.

I’m really loving this nail polish color for fall.

Do you get real mums or faux? I’ve been decorating my front porch with these for the past 3 years. What do you think?

See more of my favorite Amazon Fall Front Door Decor here.

This week I did accomplish something that I’ve been wanting to do for awhile! I am so excited to finally announce that my free printable library is now up!!! This is something exclusive for subscribers! If you are a subscriber, check your email for the password to the library. It will be updated with each season.

Yesterday we had a picnic with friends and one of my girlfriends made these Silo Cookies from Joanna Gaines. OMG they were amazing! Sharing the recipe and I can not wait to make them so I can enjoy them again!

Currently reading…

I just started this thriller which takes place in a lake front house in Vermont. I started last night and I’m already half way done!

These were your two most popular purchases on Amazon this week –

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Here are some of my favorites from around the web this week

This faux autumn tree from WM Design House is gorgeous!

This corn cacio e pepe looks amazing doesn’t it?

This DIY coastal pumpkin from Saved from Salvage.

These 20 best fall candles.

Hope you all have a wonderful, restful Sunday!

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August 27, 2023 By Nicolle

9 In food/ Recipes

Back to School Snack Mix

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This Back To School Snack Mix is perfect for lunchboxes or as an after school snack. I like to keep it in a large glass canister right on the table with a spoon so the kid’s can help themselves. Plus, it looks really cute too! Scroll down for my Back to School Snack Mix recipe.

Back To School Snack Mix

School is back in swing for most of us, or about to begin. With that comes routine, packing lunches, homework and all the snacks of course. I love to have this Back To School Snack Mix on hand to pack in lunches or have available for the kids to munch after school. You can add anything you like but these alphabet cookies, cheez-its, mini marshmallows and M&M’s is my award winning combo!

Ingredients:

Alphabet cookies
Cheez-its
Mini marshmallows
M&M’s

(popcorn, raisins cheerios and pretzel’s also make for a great combo)

Directions:

1.) In a large bowl or cannister combine all ingredients.

2.) Stir well.

3.) Store in a glass cannister or in an air tight container.

Enjoy!!!

For more back to school ideas check out

My favorite back to school meal ideas

This Back To School Teacher Gift Idea

Back To School Baskets

My pumpkin spice snack mix

My leprechaun bait mix

My bunny bait

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August 24, 2023 By Nicolle

1 In decor/ fall/ home decor

Amazon Fall Front Door Decor

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Creating a warm and welcoming front porch and decorating for fall is one of my favorite things. So in the spirit of fall, I’ve rounded up some of my favorite wreaths, and staple fall front door decor from Amazon. I think starting with a basic welcome mat, some faux plants and an eye catching wreath is key and then you can fill in with more pumpkins and gourds as the season goes on. Scroll down to see my Amazon Fall Front Door Decor Picks and click the links to shop.

Amazon Fall Front Door Decor

1.) Scented cream pip berry wreath

2.) Neutral Heather Berry Wreath

3.) Golden wheat and maple leaves wreath

4.) Faux Pampas Grass Wreath

5.) Colorful harvest wreath

6.) Orange forsythia hello wreath

7.) Burgandy magnolia leaves and grapevine wreath

8.) Beautiful lush eucalyptus and pumpkin wreath

9.) Autumn Daisies wreath

10.) Faux cabbage leaves

(Side note – I own these and love!!!)

11.) Artificial potted boxwood

12.) Buffalo plaid doormat

For more of my favorite fall decor ideas check out

Favorite Fall Finds for the home

These DIY Pumpkin Topiaries

Best of fall decor, DIYs and recipes

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August 19, 2023 By Nicolle

17 In Lifestyle

It’s August. Why don’t you

It's August why don't yo. Woman holding cup of coffee over outdoor rug patio

It’s August. Why don’t you…

There’s something special about August. It’s just the best of both worlds. You see, I love fall. It’s very much my favorite season. But I am also a summer girl at heart. So to me, August is like having your cake and eating it too. Perhaps it’s knowing that summer is winding down and that there are new beginnings around the corner with back to school, getting into routines, fall approaching and the -BER months. Around this time every year I try to cram in every last bit of summer, right up through Labor Day hanging out poolside, grilling while also getting excited for all the pumpkin spice that will be coursing through my veins, sweaters and cozy recipes.

If you are like me. Here are some ways to enjoy every last drop of August.

It’s August, why don’t you…

Pick some sunflowers. (If you’re in the Upstate area, here are some of my fave spots).