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I hope you had an amazing week!

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Random Things Happening Behind the Scenes at Bricks ‘n Blooms

What a week it was!

We got our first snow! It wasn’t much to speak of but looked so pretty in the gardens. I’ll share a few photos in this post to show you.

I spent the week getting ready for Christmas mostly. Wrapping, cleaning, organizing, and doing some last minute shopping. We are hosting our annual Christmas clambake with some family so I’ve got to prepare now by ordering the seafood and figuring out where we are sitting for dinner.

Our dining room can seat max about 10 people so we usually set up in the library for larger dinner parties. For those that don’t know, the library is my office so I need to break it all down to accommodate the holiday. It’s a little bit of work but the payoff is amazing because everyone can fit at the table for holiday meals.

A snow-covered garden with a pathway leading through a trellis, surrounded by dried hydrangea flowers. Bare trees and sunlight filtering through create a serene winter scene under a clear sky.

Indoor Tropical Plant Update

Now that it’s been a few months with some recent online orders, I thought I’d share a little update on how some of the newbies are doing.

So far, I’ve only lost ONE plant out of like 40! It was an alocasia jaclyn and I don’t think she loved the change in her environment from greenhouse to my sunroom. They are a little more particular in their needs and she failed pretty quickly after arriving. So I’m chucking it up to that and will try again with her in spring when I can acclimate her to a little less winter chill.

Not that it’s cold in my home – because it is not. And she definitely traveled well. I just don’t think she loved the overall change from greenhouse to my sunroom. Can’t win them all…I’ll try again in a few months.

Some of the other rare plants I bought are doing incredibly well. I see some adjusting but have noticed some new growth as well so I’m not worried about them.

A serene winter garden scene with fresh snow covering the ground and trees. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting warm hues on the white landscape. A wooden sculpture stands amidst the snow, and a trellis fence borders the area.

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Preorder My Second Book Here!

My next book will publish with Harvest House Publishers on March 11, 2025! Did you preorder yet? The Bricks ‘n Blooms Beautiful and Easy Flower Garden Planner is available now for preorder and is a great accompaniment to my first book. Preordering a new book is a huge deal for authors because it helps get the book out into the algorithm at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, etc.

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
A snowy landscape with a stone path covered in snow, bordered by shrubs and dried flowers. Bare trees stand against a clear blue sky, and houses are visible in the distance amidst a forested area.

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!

  • Area rugs! I bought two more! This one for my living room and this one for my office in the library. I really love the traditional look in this home so I’m giving the swaps to my daughters as they are moving out this year.
  • I bought myself this hairdryer and have no clue why I waited so long to buy it. No more frizz, quicker drying time and I can style it from wet to dry! I usually get a keratin treatment but want to stop getting them and am looking for ways to style my hair with less damage. This was worth the investment.
  • I bought a few more of these ornament storage organizers for the eventual dismantling of Xmas. Last year, I bought a few of these for my family room vintage ornaments and it was SO EASY to take them out and decorate my tree from this organizer. So I decided to buy more for my front entry hall ornaments for easier storage! I cannot recommend these enough because they hold so much and truly make the job easier.
  • I love this boho floor lamp for my family room!
  • I’m thinking about this table lamp for my living room.
  • And I’m also thinking about this coat tree to use for some hanging plants so I can get them in front of one of my windows without damaging the walls.

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

A snowy garden scene with tall evergreen trees, a curved pathway, and bushes dusted with snow. A green gate is partially visible in the background, and the sky is overcast.

What’s Happening at Bricks ‘n Blooms

It was a fun week on the blog!

Irresistible Tiger Butter Fudge: A Treat That’s Sure to Stripe Away Your Sweet Tooth

With just three ingredients and a few minutes, you can have a batch of this creamy, dreamy tiger butter fudge ready to devour! This recipe is perfect for the holidays or any time you need a quick and impressive treat.

close up of tiger butter fudge recipe easy cut into squares
Tiger Butter Fudge

Heartleaf Philodendron: Care Tips & Styling Ideas for a Happy Houseplant

Heartleaf Philodendron: Care tips, styling ideas, and propagation guide. Transform your home with this easy-to-grow plant.

A round analog clock with Roman numerals sits on a white surface, surrounded by lush green ivy plants. The background features a golden-framed mirror and a painting on the wall, reflecting a cozy and vintage atmosphere.

The Prettiest Christmas Table Centerpiece and Decor Ideas

Need Christmas table centerpiece and decorating ideas? Transform your Christmas table into a festive masterpiece with these easy ideas.

christmas table ready for family breakfast or brunch decorated with chirstmas greenery and gold with centerpiece gold bucket filled with poinsettias and a crystal chandelier
Christmas Table

Orchid Care for Beginners

Learn everything you need to know about orchid care with this easy guide for beginners. Tips on watering, light, and more!

A blooming pink orchid is surrounded by various potted plants on a wooden stand near a window. The vibrant flowers contrast with the green foliage, and soft outdoor light filters through the glass.

10 Effortless Christmas Treats That Steal the Show (Without Stealing Your Sanity)

Whip up these 10 easy Christmas treats without breaking a sweat! Simple recipes, maximum flavor, and minimal fuss for a stress-free holiday.

Collage of holiday treats: chocolate swirl bark, a festive display with cookies, pretzel sticks with candy sprinkles, and pretzel bites topped with chocolate and colorful candies.

Easy Christmas Cocktail With Vodka: Cranberry Cosmopolitan (With Mocktail Option!)

Your new go-to Christmas cocktail with vodka is here! This cranberry cosmopolitan is simple to make, festive, and so delicious.

Two festive cocktails with sugared rims and garnished with rosemary and cranberries are on a silver tray. Surrounded by cinnamon sticks, dried orange slices, and peppermint candies, with a background of twinkling lights and greenery.

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.

Thank you so much for following along.

Enjoy a beautiful day! xo

An illustration of a pink flower with green leaves on the left, accompanied by the words "Stacy Ling" in an elegant, cursive font to the right—a perfect piece for any garden decor.
Stacy Ling

Stacy Ling is a trained master gardener, content creator, and author of three gardening books focused on creating beautiful, easy-care spaces. She shares practical gardening advice, seasonal inspiration, and ideas for bringing the beauty of the garden indoors.

Stacy gardens and films from her 1850 farmhouse in northern New Jersey (Zone 6b) and has 30 years of hands-on experience.

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