Ten Ways to Show Kindness During the Holidays
As a single woman living halfway across the country from my family I am overfilled with gratitude at the kindness and thoughtfulness that my community of friends constantly shows me….
Author: Naomi Irons
DIY Projects · Christmas · Crafts · Holiday
Simple and Elegant Christmas Wrapping with Greenery
Winters in Minnesota spent at my grandparents farm were always the loveliest. I would sit in the kitchen with my grandma, talking away, as she made cinnamon rolls and we…
Finding Your Creative Inspiration // Guest Post
Finding Your Creative Inspiration Today’s guest blogger is Julia of Julia Mary Photography. Julia is one of the most intentional people I know. She has a talent for listening and…
Tips to Create An Easy Party Spread
I love throwing parties, get together’s, gatherings and bonfires! Hosting in my home and making my guests feel welcome makes me very happy. Does it make you happy? I look…
Simple and Inexpensive DIY Wrapping Ideas
Have you ever received a gift that’s so beautiful, so fantastically wrapped that you don’t want to unwrap it? My step-mom Susan’s gifts are like that. She has the most…
Nature Inspired Thanksgiving Table Decor
It’s almost Thanksgiving and between the turkey, relatives, traveling, overnight guests and all the hustle and bustle you probably have a lot going on this week. I’m traveling to my…
Guest Post: Finding Your Creative Process
Finding your creative process can be a unique experience for each of us. When we are drawn to create there are so many sources for inspiration. My friend Shannon is…
5 Fabulous Christmas DIY Projects on a Dime
Hello friends! Love getting crafty and decorating for the Holidays? I’m rounding up 5 Fabulous Christmas DIY Projects on a Dime for you today. These are just a few of my…
How to Make Guests Feel Welcome in Your Home
How to Make Guests Feel Welcome in Your Home I love hosting. I love to make guests feel welcome in my home. I love everything about throwing a party, having…
Five Favorite Ways To Unwind After A Long And Stressful Day
Happy Tuesday! I’m so excited to introduce you to my guest blogger, Megan, today! This amazing, fun lady is such a delight. She loves all things Disney, to travel and…
How to Plan the Ultimate Coffee Crawl
Wondering how to plan the ultimate coffee crawl? When it comes to going overboard there’s one delectable drink I won’t ever feel guilty having another cup of. Have you already…
The Magical Museum of Ice Cream
One of my favorite childhood memories is of the birthday when my mom baked cake in ice cream cones and served them with ice cream on top. I thought it was so amazing and it’s still my favorite cake and ice cream combo ever! The moment I learned about the magical Museum of Ice Cream I was dying to visit it. To say I love ice cream would be an understatement.
Failing at your goals? Now is the time to get your drive back!
Failing at your goals? Now is the time to get your drive back. Are you at a loss as to why you aren’t killing your goals? You set them, you…
Sunshine Blogger Award
Hello beautiful Happily Dwell readers! I’m Naomi, the voice behind Happily Dwell (formerly My Fair Olinda). Blogging for the past four years has been a place to share my creative…
Fall Florals, Flowers and Keeping Time
I received free product in exchange for this post and hosting a giveaway. All thoughts and opinions are authentic & my own. *Affiliate links * [Read my full policy here.] I’m…
How to Gain Focus: Make Multitasking a Thing of the Past
Want to know how to gain focus? Multitasking could actually be what’s getting in your way. Let’s face it multitasking is a myth. There I said it. The days of…