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6 In DIY

Romantic Valentine’s Simmer Pot

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This is a romantic Valentine’s Simmer Pot that will fill your home with a spicy aroma and looks beautiful on the stove too!

I am obsessed with smells. And while I love burning candles and using my diffuser, simmer pots are one of my most favorite ways to make your home smell good and feel cozy and fresh too!

What is a simmer pot?

A simmer pot is basically a pot of water filled with herbs, spices, fruits or florals that you heat over the stove and makes like a natural potpourri for your home.

I’m sharing this romantic Valentine’s Simmer Pot and it’s a great way to use those leftover rose petals after love day <3

Romantic Valentine’s Day Simmer Pot

Ingredients:

rose petals
a few slices of fresh grapefruit
chopped ginger
peppercorns
cloves
water

Directions:

Start by adding some rose petals to your simmer pot.

Add the grapefruit slices, chopped ginger, peppercorns and cloves.

Fill with water.

Let simmer on low for several hours. You can add more water as necessary.

A few other things you could add to your simmer pot:

lavender
citrus slices
fresh rosemary
fresh cinnamon
all spice
vanilla bean or extract

My favorite winter combo:

fresh cranberries
orange slices
cinnamon sticks
cloves
rosemary

My favorite spring/summer/all year long refresh combo:

lemon slices
lavender
rosemary

You can use any pot but I think this glass one is just beautiful!

For a spring simmer pot idea, check out this lilac lemon simmer pot I did! It’s fantastic!

It makes a great housewarming or hostess gift too! Click here to see my simmer pot gift idea.

So give it a try and let me know what you think! And let me know if you have any other favorite combos to simmer!

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February 2, 2023 By Nicolle

3 In decor/ DIY

An Easy DIY Winter Wreath

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This is an easy DIY winter wreath to transition from holiday to winter decor.

This past weekend, we finally took down all of the Christmas decor. I was ready for a fresh, clean slate for the new year, including a new wreath for the front door. I was inspired by the Anthropologie pom pom wreath with the fluffy and cozy vibes. If you haven’t seen the popular wreath, here’s a photo below.

While I was at the Dollar Store, I found a few items to re-create the look. Scroll down below to see how I made this easy DIY winter wreath and Anthropologie pom pom wreath dupe.

Supplies:

Wire wreath form (The one I used was a little challenging with the gaps to glue the fabric on so I think a foam or straw wreath form would work better).
Fuzzy mop heads
Hot glue gun
Ribbon

Directions:

1.) Start by gathering all your supplies and heating up your glue gun.

2.) Separate each individual mop head, depending on the size of your wreath form and the mop heads, will determine how many you use. I used 8.

3.) One your glue gun is hot, line some glue on the wreath frame where you plan to attach the mop head then stick the mop head directly on and hold for a few seconds. Now since there were open spaces, some of the glue did drip through the gaps so make sure you have some newspaper or something down on your table.

4.) Continue to glue the mop heads around the wreath form.

5.) Once finished, allow to dry then tie a large bow with some ribbon.

6.) Glue the bow onto the wreath.

Super easy, took 10 minutes and cost me about $10!

As always, I love to see what you create, so if you make this be sure to take a photo and tag me on Instagram @ourtiny_nest!

I’ll link some similar items below so you can make your own

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January 11, 2023 By Nicolle

10 In Christmas/ DIY

DIY snowglobe tray

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Ok are you ready for another easy holiday DIY? Well I told you my theme this year was winter wonderland and I have been on a kick making snowglobes. (Check out these super cute snowglobe ornaments I made for the tree).

This DIY snowglobe tray is a pretty way to serve your holiday cookies or treats. Scroll down to see how I made it and re-create it for yourself!

DIY snowglobe tray

You will need: (linking everything towards the end of this post)

glass or plastic jar with a lid.
a large plate or charger
hot glue
faux snow
bottle brush tree
bell
rub n buff

Directions:

1.) Start by heating up your hot glue gun.

2.) Unscrew the lid to your jar. Add a dab of hot glue to the bottom of the bottle brush tree and place inside in the center of the jar.

3.) Allow to dry for a few minutes and then fill the jar with faux snow.

4.) Place in any other decorative items you want to use. I did some bells and a pinecone.

5.) I was using a gold charger as the tray and wanted it to match the lid to the jar. I squeezed a little rub n buff on the lid and rubbed it in using a paper towel then let dry.

6.) Screw the lid back on your jar.

7.) Again using your hot glue gun, draw a circle of glue on top of the lid then place the charger on top.

8.) Allow to dry then serve your treats.

Voila!!!

And if you’re looking for some delicious holiday treats, I’ve got the recipe for my pistachio thumbprint cookies and 15 other sweets. Click here.

I love to see what you create. Be sure to take a photo and tag me on Instagram @ourtiny_nest!

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December 8, 2022 By Nicolle

12 In Christmas/ decor/ DIY

DIY snowglobe ornament

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Make this cute and easy DIY snowglobe ornament in under 5 minutes using some bottle brush trees and faux snow. These are the perfect touch to your Christmas tree no matter your theme or decor style! They add just the right touch of sparkle! Scroll down to see how I made these.

DIY Snowglobe Ornament

I love adding a few handmade ornaments to the tree in addition to some classic ball ornaments. This year I chose to do a winter white neutral theme and got the idea to add a few snowglobe ornaments. These were so easy to make and you could fill with just about anything. I used some leftover bottle brush trees but I think pine cones would be really pretty too!

You will need:

Jar ornament
Bottle brush trees
Faux snow
Hot glue gun

Start by heating up your glue gun and unscrew the lid off the jar.

Once the hot glue gun is warmed up, add some glue to the bottom of your bottle brush tree and place standing up on the inside bottom lid of the jar.

Fill the inside of the jar with some faux snow.

Once the glue on the lid is dry, screw the lid back on the jar.

How easy is that?

I’ll link some of the things I used to make these below along with some other homemade ornaments we’ve made in the past if you’re looking for more inspiration!