Baking season is here, and honestly, is there anything better? The smell of cinnamon, sugar, and fresh-baked cookies drifting through the house is pure Christmas magic. It’s the season when ovens stay warm, butter is always soft, and there’s just something sweet waiting around every corner. I’m a firm believer that there should always be cookies or treats…
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She Has Christmas in Her Heart
It’s past midnight, so technically it’s Friday while I write this. We have a festive day awaiting us on the other side of a quick sleep… but all I can think about is sipping the last of my spiked mulled cider sitting next to me in the cutest etched glass stemware and…
Our Christmas Decor Guide for 2025
It’s our absolute favorite time of year here at House of Valentina — Christmas! This is when the whole house gets dressed up in its holiday best and everything just feels a little more enchanted. The scents of balsam and cookies fill the air, the classic holiday music is playing (usually thanks…
The Garland Trick Everyone’s Copying This Christmas (and Why It Looks So Expensive)
Garland is one of the most powerful ways to add instant character and beauty to a space. It softens the edges of architecture, frames a room with warmth, and brings that touch of natural luxury that makes everything feel alive. I love draping it everywhere — over the fireplace, around doorframes, up…
