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Welcome to More + Merrier Life. A Seattle based lifestyle blog for those who want a cozy space to feel inspired, understood and in on the joke.
Home Decor - Motherhood - Food - Connection
I’m so glad you’re here. Grab a cookie, stay awhile and don’t mind the f-bombs.
With love,
Steph
Recent Posts
Hanukkah Table Decor 2020 (light that s**t up)
Enjoy this Holiday Season in 5 Simple Steps
Despite the tumultuous state of the world we find ourselves living in, time marches on and we face the winter holiday season with emotions mixed and intensified. Normal went out the window in March, and with the shifting landscape, a definitive “new normal” is hardly codified. When I began thinking of how to approach this holiday season in all its weirdness, the answer felt at once simple and complex – lean into values.
5 New Thanksgiving Traditions for 2020
When life as you know it grinds to a halt, whatever you’ve tuned out is now turned up to full volume. That is the way this year has played out for me on either end of the emotional spectrum. With Thanksgiving now upon us, I feel this urge to lean into what’s coming up the loudest, and in order to weave that into the holiday, I’ve come up with some new traditions to employ for the holiday weekend.
A Joyful Thanksgiving Table Setting
With most professional recommendations out there advising you to stick with your co-habiting members this Thanksgiving, many of us are looking at a very different kind of holiday. One might wonder if it’s worth the trouble, the preparation, the decoration, the cleanup for *just* a few people. As with most decisions, I will always come from a place of “you do you”, but let me just say, if you are the type to celebrate in a big way typically, then of all the people to go big for, it would be the people in your immediate circle.
Gift Guide 2020 - the foodie
The kitchen has become a sacred safe space during 2020, and it’s only appropriate that we honor that womb of a room by gifting items that thank it for the selfless beatdown it’s taken this year. Whether the person on your list is a total foodie or just likes all the pretty accessories, they and their kitchen will be prepared for 2021.
Gift Guide 2020 - the Naturalist
If you have someone on your gift list this year who is the first to tell you about the latest documentary on organic farming, knows the best vegan cafe in town and treats their face to all natural cosmetics, then this is the gift guide for you.
Which Charities Should I Donate to During COVID?
If you’re fortunate enough to find yourself with a job, resources and good health during this time, you may consider donating to one of the impactful charities below. It’s also worth noting that charities across the board are being hit hard, so if you have a favorite that you donate to on occasion, whip out that credit card and double down.
Gift Guide 2020 - the Homebody
Gift Guide 2020- Kid Edition
11 Ways to Stay Healthy During the Pandemic (Advice From a Naturopath)
If you’re having the thought that you could be approaching your health more proactively during this pandemic, you’re not alone. I spoke with two Naturopaths this month, Dr. Kara Menzer and Dr. Tiffany Bloomingdale, to gain a better understanding of how we’re accessing healthcare differently, what ailments are more frequent during this time, how can we address stress and what tools we may arm ourselves with to improve our health.
What Does Home Mean to You?
6 Snack Bowls for Election Stress Eating + Beyond
Lead With Compassion
The Perfect Sweet Potato Muffins
Friday Links: Halloween Edition
3 Ways to Style Your Living Room for Fall
We are hurtling towards the colder months, but has your living space received the memo?
I am a staunch advocate for cozy interiors in the best of times, but 2020 is a call to action to double down on feathering your nest. Whether you’ve lived in your home for years, or you’ve just moved in, read on for three inspiring ways to make your space feel like a great big hug.
I need it, you need it, we all need it.
How Big Are We Allowed to Dream?
5 Ways to Make 2019 Halloween Jealous
3 Simple Halloween Art Projects for Kids
Why a Routine is Necessary - (yes, even for you)
