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Gingerbread House Gift Bags
Add a handmade touch to your holiday gifting with these adorable gingerbread house gift bags! They come together in just minutes and are…
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Cozy Cottage Thanksgiving Decor
A collection of cozy Thanksgiving decor farmhouse favorites for your home and kitchen. Simple touches that add cottage farmhouse style for the holidays….
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Easy DIY Hostess Gift Idea
Your favorite hand or dish soap plus a little greenery and ribbon is all you need to create this simple and lovely holiday…
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Homemade Bread Cubes for Stuffing or Dressing (How to Dry Bread Cubes)
Not only are homemade bread cubes simple and easy to make, but they will completely change the flavor of your stuffing or dressing….
i’m Kierste Wade
I’m mama to 6 (including two sets of twins), published author, and cottage farmhouse lover since forever. I love to create a beautiful and cozy space, with simplicity, budget and family in mind. With more than 20 years of project and DIY experience, I’m sharing my favorite ideas for all things home that are attainable and accessible.
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From our family kitchen to yours, this recipe collection is filled with the dishes we’ve loved and passed down through generations or from friend to friend. We hope these meals bring warmth, flavor, and a little tradition to your table, just like they do to ours.
Home + Holiday
Celebrate the seasons with our collection of holiday posts, filled with festive recipes, traditions, and family favorites. Whether you’re planning a cozy winter gathering or a summer celebration, you’ll find inspiration to make every holiday special. From our home to yours, we’re sharing the little touches that bring big joy all year round.
Behind the Blog
hi, i’m kierste wade
With more than 20 years of experience, I’ve been sharing ideas for home and family since 2009. I’m a published author, have a bachelor’s degree in Finance and Business, and worked with many brands including Better Homes & Gardens, Delta Faucet, American Farmhouse Style, Walmart, and HP.
We recently moved from Old Salt Farm, our farmhouse in upstate NY, to North Carolina, where we are building our new home, Cottage on Blackberry Hill. DIY and home decor projects are on repeat, always working on a budget to create a beautiful and functional space for our family of 8. Simplicity and a cottage farmhouse aesthetic are what I love best.
