Bricks 'n Blooms Weekly 205

Hi there!

I hope you had a great Thanksgiving week!

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Random Things Happening Behind the Scenes at Bricks ‘n Blooms

What a week it was!

I feel like it was a blur as my family and I spent a few days preparing to host Thanksgiving for almost 30 family members.

To make room for a traditional sit-down meal, we dismantled my office in the library to accommodate a larger dining space. We’ve been doing this for a few years now, but I think we’re getting it down to a science with a few Thanksgivings under our belt in our “new” home.

I bought a second folding table and extra chairs to seat 16 in the library and 10 in the dining room. And after setting it up, I decided we’ll go all in on two more folding tables and chairs so I can seat EVERYONE and then some in the library. So it will be epic in 2025!

Author stacy ling with her husband christopher d ling aia on thanksgiving 2024. She is smiling with him and posing with a roasted turkey on a wooden board. The woman wears a floral blouse and apron, while the man sports a plaid shirt. They appear proud of their meal preparation.

Ready, Set…Decorate!

Since I had not done a stitch of decorating before Thanksgiving this year, I hit the ground running first thing Friday morning and really…have not stopped! I got a bulk of it done by late last night but theres still more to do. I’ll get it wrapped up today.

I decorated three trees, 4 rooms and feel pretty accomplished. I still have my front porch and planters to go. Have you started yet? I am wiped!

Shop Bricks ‘n Blooms…it’s a vibe!

To those who have shopped already – THANK YOU – for supporting my small business this holiday season. It means a lot to me and has really helped me get this off the ground! Cause it’s a total vibe! CLICK HERE to check out the shop!

My curated beginner gardening boxes that are wrapped and ready to gift have been selling quickly! I’m so glad you guys are enjoying the uniqueness of that as a gift idea. I’m actually giving a box to my daughter Shana for Christmas this year. She’s moving out in early 2025 so I thought this was a great way to get her ready for plant momming!

Beginner gardener's gift box filled with lots of garden goodies and accessories. Perfect for gifting this holiday season.

But you guys have also been loving the gloves, handsoap and t-shirts too! I’m definitely getting the Get Your Bloom on T’s in another color to add to the options in spring. I’m thinking pink – what do you think?

Gardener stacy ling wearing a t shirt that says get your bloom on in front of an ivy wall in the garden

Preorder My Second Book Here!

My next book publishes with Harvest House Publishers on March 11, 2025! The Bricks ‘n Blooms Beautiful and Easy Flower Garden Planner is available now for preorder and is a great accompaniment to my first book.

In this planner, you’ll find cheat sheets, mood board ideas, garden designs, and so much more. This planner will help you in six key areas that include:

Understanding your garden
Designing and planning
Planting and growing
Tracking seasonal gardening tasks
Creating a gardening calendar
Reviewing flower and plant performance

What I’m Shopping For This Week

It’s been a random week of stuff! I’m starting to look at Christmas decor for my home and of course, needed a few odds and ends for the garden. Here’s what I’m shopping for this week!

I bought this sweater for the holiday season. It looks so cozy!!!!
This candle has an amazing aroma for the season! I love their candles.
How cute are these wicker trees?
I just bought this light meter so I can see how much light my houseplants are ACTUALLY getting.
Love these sneakers. I bought them in two colors.
This mirror is on my wish list – I want it for my bedroom.
My favorite leggings are on sale.

These are the most popular products on my blog this week!

What’s Happening at Bricks ‘n Blooms

It was a fun week on the blog!

Monstera Thai Constellation: A Care Guide

Learn how to care for the beautiful Monstera Thai Constellation. This guide covers light, water, soil, and more to help your rare plant thrive.

Close-up of a heart-shaped green leaf from a monstera thai constellation with white variegation on a potted plant. The plant is supported by a brown, coir-wrapped pole. Soft natural light highlights the leaf's texture. There’s a blurred background of greenery and a pathway.

Creating a Cozy Christmas Farmhouse Dining Room: Inspiration and Ideas

Get inspired to create a cozy farmhouse Christmas dining room with these rustic elegant decorating ideas. From table settings to mantels, find tips for a festive and inviting space.

A festive dining table in a vintage farmhouse is adorned with a plaid tablecloth, set with yellow glassware, white plates, and golden cutlery exudes rustic elegance. The christmas centerpiece features greenery, pine cones, and berries. Surrounding decorations include greenery on the mantle, candles, and a shimmering chandelier above.

Rubber Plant Care: How I Finally Redeemed Myself (and My Ficus Elastica)

Rubber plant care made easy! This guide covers everything you need to know for thriving Ficus Elastica: light, water, soil & more.

Potted plants with dark green leaves, including a lush rubber plant (ficus elastica), sit on a tiled floor next to a wicker stool in the sunroom. One plant is in a white ribbed planter, while another is elevated. Both enjoy the natural light streaming through large windows.

Poinsettia Care: How to Keep Your Plant Alive and Thriving

Poinsettia care made easy! Learn how to keep your plant alive and thriving year-round with this simple guide. Covers watering, light, and more.

gorgeous red poinsettias in greenhouse — Red Poinsettias

Amazing Inspiration from Around the Web

I love finding cool inspiration from around the web and wanted to share some of what I’m loving right now.

These homemade gold berry topiary trees are super cool!
This simple dried pear and orange garland is so gorgeous! Love it – learn how to make it here!
These tips for decorating the tree from the inside out.

Thank you so much for following along.

Enjoy a beautiful day! xo

The Bricks ‘n Blooms Guide to a Beautiful and Easy Care Flower Garden

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