423: 9 Favourite Issues. – Half Baked Harvest

January 18, 2026

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423: 9 Favourite Issues. – Half Baked Harvest

Hiya everybody! I hope you’ve all had the loveliest week. I’ve been absorbing my time at dwelling in Colorado this month, and it’s actually been so good for me.

After our shoot final week, I jumped straight into tackling a long-overdue to-do checklist merchandise, and I’ve to say—it feels superb to lastly be checking containers off earlier than the journey season begins.

I’ll be gone for the primary third of February, so I’m absolutely in “let’s get it completed” mode over right here. I’m additionally headed to Solar Valley Meals & Wine simply earlier than Italy, which I’m actually enthusiastic about. Lots of you have got been asking—my occasions are offered out proper now, however in case you’re attending, please come say hello. I needs to be round, and I’d like to see you.

Proper now, I’m simply having fun with the quiet, cozy days I nonetheless have at dwelling earlier than the chaos of journey kicks in. I’ve been spending lengthy days within the kitchen, utilizing each final little bit of daylight (it disappears so quick this time of yr). Winter at dwelling actually does hit in another way—in the easiest method. It’s such a particular season to create, and January introduced a contemporary wave of creativity, particularly after final week’s photoshoot.

I’m lacking the snow, although—we’ve had none!

General, I’m embracing the brand new yr with a contemporary mindset. I’ve had a few “off” days (as a result of that’s actual life), however I’ve been specializing in shifting my power in the very best course. There’s a lot overwhelming content material floating round this time of yr, and I’ve principally tuned it out. As a substitute, I’ve been selecting inspiration—solely following individuals who actually carry me up. Little or no scrolling. I’m the lady who avoids her telephone in any respect prices.

The previous couple of weeks have been stuffed with little pockets of happiness, and people are the moments I’m actually holding onto.

First—candles. I do know I say this on a regular basis, however candles (and flowers!) deliver me such a deep sense of peace. We had probably the most lovely florals left over from final week’s shoot, and I’ve been letting them slowly dry out. They’re not contemporary anymore, however I truly love the moody, dried winter really feel. It’s cozy and fairly in its personal method.

And candles—I’ve been making an attempt so many new ones recently. New scents, new manufacturers, and I’ve discovered some actually good favorites. I’ll share a number of beneath.

I’ve additionally been loving podcasts. I’ll put one on whereas I do the dishes, and it turns cleanup into my very own little second of calm on the finish of the day. I’m sharing a number of I actually liked this week, too.

Another small issues bringing me pleasure recently: night walks with everybody’s vacation lights nonetheless shining, nonstop texting with my cousins, reconnecting with new and outdated mates, and morning exercises that depart me feeling robust and clear-headed. I’ve been doing energy coaching after which utilizing the Melissa Wooden Well being platform, which I really can’t advocate sufficient.

And this may sound foolish, however I’m obsessive about my sauna blanket. It’s my cozy little reset each evening, and actually, my protected, pleased place.

What are you having fun with most proper now?

Currently, I’m loving the easy, cozy stuff:

Winter mornings with espresso
An organized pantry and fridge + planning a number of actually good dinners
Huge fluffy socks
One thing simmering on the range whereas it’s chilly exterior

Now inform me yours!!

What’s in your bucket of happiness as we speak?

In case you missed it: 31 Recipes to Cook dinner in January 2026

1. Issues I’m Loving.

studying and regarding…Colleen Hoover’s ‘Lady Down’, which tells the story of an writer dealing with main backlash, has me actually intrigued. I’m not often an enormous reader, however this overview has me satisfied I would like to select up her new e book. It appears like I may relate to the storyline rather a lot. Have you ever learn it but?

all the pieces in my cart (low)…from Zara, the ZW Assortment Outsized Trench Coat With Fake Fur, Shearling Puffer Jacket (cozy) Fake Leather-based Midi Skirt, ZW Assortment Excessive-Waist Broad Leg Denims, and Uneven Hem Knit Jumper. All nice for winter!

My mother would love this Outsized Merino Wool Sweater with Slit Sleeves.

listening to…25 Million Folks Can’t be Incorrect: This Recommendation Will Change Your Life (James Clear). The writer of Atomic Habits! I didn’t assume I’d discover a lot curiosity on this episode, however I actually loved it! It’s a pleasant pay attention for the brand new yr!

additionally…Actually Strolling the Stroll in 2026. Working to embody this!

dwelling in…these Eterne Outsized Broad Leg Sweatpants and Cropped Half-Zip Sweatshirt. The cutest, best, comfiest journey look too! Ordering the set in Espresso to have an additional for touring subsequent month!

loving…6 Meals Traits Vogue Must Know About in 2026. I like that style is paying a bit extra consideration to meals!

buying…for the proper small-but-cute Valentine’s Day reward for my sister, Asher. Rising up, my Nonnie would at all times ship me the cutest Valentine’s Day reward—irrespective of the place she was on the planet. One yr, she even shipped one all the best way from Europe! Now I’m preserving her custom alive and on the hunt for the proper little Valentine’s shock. It’s such a enjoyable solution to carry that vacation spirit into January.

I ordered this beautiful Recycled Glass Coronary heart and this Love My Valentine wrapping paper (from Aspen & Arlo, they’ve the cutest wrapping!). Final yr, I received this Foil Print Hearts Present Wrapping Paper and tissue paper from Goal. Additionally they have cute Valentine’s Day Hearts Present Wrapping Paper this yr! Additionally, this Heartfully Painted wrapping from Minted is tremendous cute. Okay, completed now, promise! At the very least I do know my reward will probably be fairly!

Do you reward for Valentine’s Day?

all the pieces in my cart (magnificence)…for the physique, I’m curious to do this In a single day Hand and Foot Hydration Masks. I’ve learn that this model is basically nice!

LOVING the brand new Mutha Physique Butter Detox Greens. I didn’t assume this model’s physique butter could possibly be improved, however I like the scents of eucalyptus leaf, lilac flower, cardamom, and amber. It’s very soothing and grounding.

For nails, I’ve been loving the Chanel LE VERNIS Longwear Nail Color. The 125- MUSE is a fairly winter blue.

additionally…6 On-the-Rise Nail Polish Colours to Attempt in 2026. Loving a milk chocolate nail and floor inexperienced. The stormy blue too!

packing…the Arrae Quick-Appearing Bloating Aid Digestive Enzymes, All Pure Bloat, Gasoline & Indigestion Aid Capsules. Bringing these with me to Italy. My cousin and I like the Arrae Enzymes. They’re very nice to have once you’re touring and making an attempt new meals/routines. Been taking enzymes each day for improved digestion.

Additionally packing the Face Towels from The Skinny Confidential.

all the pieces in my cart (excessive)…the brand new MOMBASA massive in pony hair leather-based from Saint Laurent. The horse hair is so good!

This The Fernando Fake fleece jacket from Jacquemus is being added to my Italy want checklist.

And lastly, the brand new Speedy Delicate 30 from Louis Vuitton. I’ve been scouring Fashionphile for LV baggage recently. I desire a Beauty Pouch for some odd cause too. My Nonnie had this one.

A cute little Medium Dior Bow Bag. Perhaps for an evening out!

following…Artichoke. A British kitchen designer. In the event you want kitchen design inspiration, scroll by means of all of the kitchens they’ve constructed!

model love…Rumored. Discovering some actually cute winter items! I want this Solar Valley Sherpa wasn’t offered out!

2. Winter Soup/Chili Recipes.

Most Well-liked: Creamy White Rooster Chili

Runner-up: Homestyle Rooster Noodle Soup

Even have to say: 30 Minute Spicy Miso Rooster Katsu Ramen

Crockpot Spicy Rooster Tortilla Soup

One Pot Creamy Italian Lasagna Soup

3. Valentine’s Day Finds.

4. The J.Crew US Ski Snowboard Assortment.

That is so enjoyable – my brother Crimson’s girlfriend, Hailey, is entrance and heart in this marketing campaign! I discussed it final week, however as we speak I’m formally locking in my favourite items from the gathering. I must order quickly as a result of all the pieces is promoting out quick!

5. Winter Candles.

Everyone knows how a lot I like candles. Currently, I’ve been ordering and making an attempt so many new ones, and I could have gone slightly loopy proper after Christmas… however actually, no regrets. Testing out new candles is certainly one of my favourite issues—they carry me such a way of peace and happiness. It truly is the little issues. Listed below are a number of favorites.

I ordered loads of new candles straight from Anthropologie. They at all times have the very best choice and rotate it year-round. The Poured New York Floral Cottage Correct Marble Candle and Fruity Negroni Nights Marble Candle aren’t solely actually cute, however each scents are pretty. Choose up the Floral Cottage Correct if you need a rosy scent for Valentine’s Day. And the Negroni Nights candle is ideal for cozy winter evenings, with notes of citrus fruit and liquor.

I wish to strive the Soiled Woman Martini scent subsequent. The notes aren’t often what I gravitate towards, however I’m actually loving this model.

I liked Auden Lueur vacation candles. So subsequent on my checklist is their Arlow scent. The citrus fruit, vetiver, and amber sound so cozy for winter. Their autumne scent was actually heat and comforting

If you wish to splurge, the Candy Almond medium scented candle from Loewe is a fantastic one and smells superb!