Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style

Welcome to the Week in Rewind with Midwest Life and Style. Get a cup of coffee, and join me to look back at the weekly happenings here at MWLS. In each recap, I’ll share my most recent posts, favorite finds, and a collection of ideas, tips, and inspiration I have found from other bloggers around the web.

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Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style

The weekend is here, and you know what that means! It’s time for the latest week in rewind!

It was a BUSY week, to say the least, with plenty of new posts here on the blog. I shared some new holiday recipes, thrifty decor ideas, and more! And, as always, I also rounded up some of the best ideas and inspiration from a few of my friends, too.

So get yourself a cup of coffee or tea, get cozy, and let’s catch up on everything that happened lately here on MWLS.

Tidbits From Home

Can you believe that Christmas is less than a week away? It seems like the season has flown by! Even with some of the stress that comes with all the holiday prep and planning, I’m always sad when it’s over.

Speaking of Christmas, how is your to-do list coming? I’m done shopping, but there are still presents to wrap and baking that may or may not get finished. I always say I’m going to plan ahead…and every year, I’m scrambling to get it all done.

I guess there’s next year, right?

Christmas to-do’s aside, we had a fun week here that included a trip to the NCAA volleyball final four and national championship.

This year’s tournament was just up the road from us in Omaha, so I’m lucky my wonderful mother-in-law snagged us some tickets.

Our Huskers didn’t make it to the championship this year, but we saw some amazing volleyball and had so much fun.

We’d love to go again and have already marked our calendar for 2024, when the tournament is in Louisville, Kentucky.

And while some of us enjoyed volleyball, Harper got to spend a fun night at the children’s zoo for their annual zoo lights. Hot cocoa, animals, and a train ride made for the best night!

My Favorite Finds

This is my favorite storage container to organize Christmas bows, ribbons, and gift tags.

These are perfect for keeping all your holiday lights untangled.

This basket is the best thing ever and saves me extra trips up and down the stairs.

If you despise ironing as much as me this is a lifesaver.

This adorable plaid shacket.

Latest Loves on Amazon

Stop by to see all my faves on my Amazon storefront here, including Christmas decor storage, hot cocoa bar finds, and more!

This Week On The Blog

This week on the blog, I shared four new posts (five if you count today). So, if you happened to miss out, there’s plenty to catch up on!

This bacon onion and cheese tart is part quiche, part pizza, and pure heaven for your tastebuds! Easy to make with only a handful of ingredients, you can serve it for dinner, or even breakfast or brunch.

It was my first time making this recipe, but it won’t be my last!

On Thursday, I shared a new cozy winter tablescape that’s perfect for a wine and cheese dinner party or a New Year’s Eve celebration.

And I also joined the ladies from thrifting with the gals to look back at some of their best posts from the past year and share some thrifty decor ideas with you.

And, if you missed it on Saturday, I joined my friends from supper club to share our latest menu for a wine and cheese dinner party. We’ve taken the hard work out of planning. All you need to do is cook and enjoy!

If you’re looking for some new simple and delicious seasonal recipes, stop by the original post to see the full menu.

Coming Next Week To MWLS

Next week I’ll be wrapping up the holiday season before taking a short break to enjoy Christmas with my family.

On Tuesday I’ll be joining a few blogging friends to share a candlelight home tour. And later in the week I’ll be sharing some last minute gift wrapping ideas along with some free holiday printables.

More Tips, Ideas, And Inspiration From Around The Web

How To Host A New Year’s Eve Party

Since this is my last week in rewind post until after the new year, I thought it would be fun to share some New Year’s Eve party inspiration with you.

My friend Pasha from Pasha Is Home shared how to host a party with simple and elegant decorations.

She has so many budget-friendly ideas, so stop her post to see them all.

Christmas Tree Party Pinwheel Recipe

My friend Jen at Tatertots And Jello always share the best recipes! If you’re looking for a quick and tasty appetizer that everyone will love, stop by Jen’s blog for her Christmas Tree party pinwheel recipe.

It’s fun, festive, and perfect for any holiday get-together. And with only a handful of ingredients, you can whip up these pinwheels in less than 10 minutes.

New Year’s Eve Cupcakes

Rounding out this week’s features are these adorable cupcake from my friend Brendt at She Gave It A Go.

How cute are those star toppers? They would be a fun and simple project to work on with little ones. Go give Brendt a visit to learn more and see how she made them.

More Ideas To Inspire You

This granola recipe (bonus…it’s gluten free!)

These Christmas Eve traditions to start this year

This apple spice bundt cake recipe

These printable gift tags

This recipe for minestrone soup

Week In Rewind With Midwest Life And Style

As always, thank you for stopping by. I’m thankful for your support, and it means so much that you choose to spend some of your time each week with me here at MWLS.

What inspired you the most? I’d love to know what DIY or recipe was your favorite, so don’t forget to say “hi” and leave a note in the comments below.

Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Xo,

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