I just can’t believe there are only two days until Christmas! This has been about the fastest Christmas season I can remember.
Anyone else feel so sad when Christmas is over? I do!
I plan on savoring these last few days as much as possible. I thought I would share with you the last of the Christmas inspiration today, including some mantel pictures! I shared details of the Christmas tree a few weeks back you can catch up on here.
I love all the red and gold on the mantel! Definitely my favorite color combination! One of my favorite things at Christmas is watching the sunrise out the side window where the Christmas tree is. The reflection is so pretty and you can see the cows grazing in the background. Even though the tornado in March destroyed that large tree, the one good thing is how well you can see outside 🙂
I did so much baking this week! I made a big batch of chocolate chip cookies and these coconut oil chocolate chip cookies to take to my in laws Christmas celebration we had on Wednesday. My mom and I also did a bunch of sugar cookies this week. And I did more dairy-free sugar cookies since everyone enjoyed them so much!
If you need any last minute gift ideas, we have some fun ones that can be made in minutes!
- Make your own macchiato kit
- Peppermint Sugar Scrub
- Chocolate Coffee Sugar Scrub
- Homemade Dog Biscuits
- Homemade Vanilla Extract
- Homemade Chocolate Extract
- A gift that can be used forever, Chemistry Hacks for Home and Outdoor Ebook!
I gave out all of these as gifts this year for friends and neighbors and they are always a big hit! Especially this vanilla extract. It really takes your cookies to the next level!
I hope everyone has a wonderful Christmas weekend! We will be back Monday with a quick overlook from the year, including all the tops posts 🙂
Merry Christmas!
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Alexis is an investigative chemist sharing her expertise in cleaning, skincare, gardening, and home hacks. She personally tests out products like the best skincare products or home products then shares not only the science behind how it works, but also her personal results. She is the mom of two living in Texas with her husband. Find her on Instagram for fantastic videos, tips, and behind the scenes.
Your mantel is so pretty! And your dog is so cute too. I love seeing him on your snapchat.
Thanks so much! He loves Christmas 🙂 Merry Christmas!
Your mantel is so pretty. I loved your Christmas decor pictures. I also feel sad when Christmas is over as well. I hope you have a very Merry Christmas.
Thanks Jenna! Have a Merry Christmas too 🙂
Those cookies look DELISH! I’m always so sad when Christmas is over, especially after New Year’s when we take down all the decor. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year <3
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Oh I know! Taking down all the decorations is just so sad. Have a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year!
Beautiful pics. Happy holidays to you, Alexis.
Thank you! Have a wonderful Holiday and Happy New Year!
I know it’s Christmas Eve here already, how did that happen came around in a blink
It really did happen so fast! Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas to you, hubby, and Ruger! Love the decorations – so pretty and holiday-ish. xo Laurie S
Merry Christmas Laurie! Have a blessed Christmas!
Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home! Happy New Year!
Thanks Sherry!