Cozy December Day 🎄 Decorating Our Christmas Tree, DIY Dried Flower Ornaments, Festive Recipes

Happy Holidays!! 🎄 In today’s video, Alex and I are celebrating the start of December by going to get our first full-sized Christmas tree, and we’re so excited to share this special day with you! We’re making gingerbread pancakes for breakfast, and then taking you along with us to go get our tree. When we get home to our cottage, we’re spending the rest of the day decorating, enjoying drinks and snacks, and making DIY Christmas tree ornaments. I hope you enjoy this fun and cozy holiday vlog!
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[@juliearmstrong8781]

What a beautiful “Little Women-like” Christmas tree. Love the natural elements. And the matching PJs. Just too cute.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much, Julie!! ❤️ I love little women and all of the cozy Christmas scenes from the story, so this was such a compliment 😊 Have a wonderful rest of your day, my friend!

[@paultj4e]

I love your beautiful Christmas tree with mostly natural decorations! I really dislike the consumerism that has become associated with this time of year. These are some great ideas for homemade natural crafts. Thanks for not encouraging people to buy lots of cheap crap like so many other KZbinrs!

[@hollytaylor3643]

You two are so sweet together! I love your nature-inspired tree decorations.❄️

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much, Holly!! 🥰 Have a wonderful weekend ❤️

[@autumni.5489]

I love y'all's Christmas tree! I love how it has natural ornaments and garland on it.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you, Autumn!! It was so much fun to make 🥰

[@missmusicalphoenix]

Your tree is SO so pretty! I would love to do a natural style tree someday but with little kids it kind of gets taken over by their ornaments lol. The dried flower filled ornaments are especially pretty. I'm glad you got a real tree. We always do. It doesn't seem like Christmas without that fresh pine smell from a real tree! We also love watching Great British Bake-off. It always makes me want to bake something. Stay cozy and warm!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much for your kind words, Stephanie!! Hahaha yes, you are so right about the ornaments--and as much as I love the natural decorations, I love ornaments just as much--they are so nostalgic and fun! I completely agree about the wonderful fresh pine smell--it's the best! 🎄 Have a wonderful weekend, and I hope you're enjoying your holiday season!

[@Amberseven]

Matching PJs!❤️Your tree is an absolute inspiration.Bless you Guys.what a lovely home you create together

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much for your kind words ❤️ You made my day!! Have a wonderful weekend!

[@ediedee9931]

Happiness!

[@KuroiMajo]

I wish your videos would be longer, I'm just having so much fun fun watching them :)

[@SimpleScottishLiving]

Just found your gem of a channel! My family just bought a tiny little cottage in Scotland, and your content makes us so excited for what’s to come. Wishing you well! ❤

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww congratulations, I'm so excited for you and your family to move in to your new cottage--I know you'll love it!! ❤️ Thank you so much for watching

[@dsims868]

You and Alex are a great team. Great job on the tree and ornaments. Beautiful. Good job.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much, Donna!! ❤️ Have a wonderful rest of your day!

[@jessicajordan680]

Idk how long you've been married, my sweet friend, but I do hope you will always smile the biggest whenever you are with Alex💘 to find someone who gets you and supports you, and celebrates your differences without feeling left out or overshadowed is a true treasure. Happy Holidays! The cranberries are a beautiful touch of red for the tree. Well done! 🎄

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww your comment truly means the world to me--thank you so much for saying that!! 🥹❤️ Alex is the best, he is so incredibly supportive of me (and always helping me out with whatever crafts and whims I'm planning hahaha), and it means so much to me that you can see that in the videos 🥰 We're not married but we've been together for 5 years (and have been best friends since middle school!), and I'm so grateful to have a partner who's also a best friend! Sending you the biggest virtual hug--thanks for making my day ❤️ And Happy Holidays!!!

[@shahinooradamjee9520]

Hiiiii ♡ when u said u put on ur headphones and listen to calming music to reduce yr anxiety...i started doing the same thing! And it worked!!♡my anxiety physically decreased naturally.. pls if u can give more tips okay ♡

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Oh my goodness, I am so happy to hear that tip helped to reduce your anxiety!! ❤️ I will absolutely continue sharing things that have helped me manage anxiety 😊

[@shahinooradamjee9520]

@@MyMoonstoneKitchen sounds like a plan!♡♡ mwaah

[@mandyxu7095]

Thank you for your heart warming vlog and it brought so much cozy to everyone. ❤

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much, Mandy!! 🥰 Have a wonderful holiday season!

[@user-sj1jn4px5n]

How beautifully you are!

[@readsandeats2263]

What a lovely calm video. Your tree looks so good.

[@tiffaneecabrera8250]

Wow! Those dried flowers and moss ornaments are beautiful! I have to do that now! Great job!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

I'm so glad you liked the ornaments and I hope you get a chance to make them this season!! They were so much fun to make ❤️ Happy holidays!!

[@linp1268]

Hellooo...Haley! I was watching your video that was posted today with you quietly reading and I realized that I had missed something because I hadn't seen you decorate your tree. I somehow didn't see it so I very excitedly went to your videos to find it. I am so happy I did because I enjoy so much what you do that I don't want to miss anything. Your cottage home is absolutely adorable. It was so nice that you took us along to get your tree. You both decorated it in such a pretty way. Your ornaments are original and so lovely. Your tree is just stunning. As always, your recipes are fantastic. I want to make the pancakes and the dip. I even have some ginger Kombucha on hand and cranberries but I am missing the cranberry juice which I will pick up the next time I grocery shop. You are such a sweet couple. I think it is so precious how you both participate in the cooking and craft making. It is so heartwarming!! You are also the cutest in those matching PJ's. I am so Happy when you post but I am sad when it ends. Stay warm and cozy and take care. 💕

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much for all of your kind words, Lin--I am so happy you enjoyed the video!! ❤️ We had so much fun decorating together, I'm so happy that I could share our fun day with you 😊 I can't wait for you to try some of the recipes--there are few things better than making cozy, festive recipes this time of year, in my opinion!! Have a wonderful week, and I can't wait to share the next video with you very soon ❤️

[@ReadingintheRedwoods]

So cozy!

[@virginiacorpuz6588]

I learn a lot from your vlog the craft that u made and the drawing. Inspire me to draw and be creative. I am a senior citizen now and drawing is. My passtime

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

That makes me so happy, thank you for your lovely comment!!

[@munajedski]

This really was cozy! I love the tree. It's perfect! 🎄🌟💚

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much, and I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and the tree!! 🎄 Have a wonderful weekend!

[@karenpaulin8916]

I got so excited when I saw you posted another video! Yippee! I love them so much. 😃

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Awww that makes me so happy, Karen--thank you so much for saying that!! I'm so glad you enjoyed them 🥰

[@susanspisak65]

Ohhhh … do you have room for one more at the breakfast table??? I’ll be right over 😂

[@x.bev.x3006]

Once again, Haley, you have given us a super cosy and very creative post. Loved it. Just about to check out the gingerbread pancake recipe. ❤❤.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much for your kind words, friend--it means the world to me that you're enjoying the videos!! ❤️ I hope you love the pancakes, 10/10 recommend! 😊

[@filmsgia]

your christmas tree is so special and beautiful. and you two are so cute 🧣

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much for brightening my day with your comment ❤️ Have a lovely weekend, my friend!!

[@nailahhuq1238]

love your vlogs!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much, lovely!! 🥰

[@ricardapoznanski5604]

❤Absolutey lovely x-massy video!!!!! What a beautiful tree you created with all your very special decorational-ideas-wonderful...this and the previous one I send to my students.....you create such an enchanting atmosphere....love it

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

I am so happy you enjoyed it, Ricarda--thank you so much for your lovely comment!! ❤️ Wishing you and your students and wonderful holiday season!

[@_mint_tea]

Недавно нашла ваш канал ✨🌲 и очень понравились ваши фильмы 🍿 так все уютно и тепло, спасибо за вдохновение 🙌🏻🌿

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much for your lovely comment, and welcome!! ❤️ I’m so glad you’re here and can’t wait to keep sharing with you 🤗

[@cathieholliday7421]

This video is one of the cutest, genuine and adorable videos I’ve seen. Merry Christmas to you both. 🎄

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww that means the world to me, Cathie--thank you so much for your kind words!! Merry Christmas!🎄

[@LaurieNic]

Merry upcoming Christmas 🎄 ✨️!!!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Merry Christmas, Laurie!! ❤️

[@Oldzampire]

Whenever I see your festive mugs, they remind me of the animated movie "Klaus". Have you seen it? Oh, these pancakes looked so yummy! Your Christmas tree is absolutely perfect! Not too big, not too small and what a nice shape. I love your decorations as always! So natural and cosy! It's so nice to see couples/families making them together:). This quality time is the best gift you can get or give:). I love watching The Great Pottery Throw Down. It makes me want to buy some clay but I live in a flat so...;). I use airdry clay instead for some decoration pieces etc. Sending you a big hug!🎄

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Oooh I haven't seen the movie Klaus but now I have to watch it this holiday season!! I'm so glad you liked the Christmas treen and decorations, it was so much fun to get our tree and decorate together 😊 I just looked up the Great Pottery Throw Down and it looks SO FUN, adding that to my watchlist, too--thank you so much for the recommendations!! 😄❤️ Have a wonderful rest of your day, my friend 🤗

[@debraburgess2764]

I haven't had a fresh tree for at least 30 years but I really have an urge for one this year, and have cleared a spot for one so just have to find a reasonable one and a stand. I have felt ornaments I made when my kids were little that still look good but never went with my skinny red tree, so will get to be nostalgic.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

I hope you have a wonderful time getting your tree!! 🎄 And your ornaments sound so wonderful--enjoy and have an amazing time decorating!!

[@coke-cinelle]

Your tree looks beautiful ❤❤ Ilove the very simple and natural decorations. I did the pine cone diy today and it was so fun and it looks so good ! Have a happy holiday season

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much--and I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed the pinecone diy!! 🥰 It's one of my favorite crafts I've done this year. Have a wonderful holiday season!

[@reganstandlick7520]

I love both coffee and tea. I need to find that peppermint bark tea

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Yess the Republic of Tea peppermint bark tea is so delicious! I made it again with a bit of peppermint mocha creamer the other day, it was so yummy 😊

[@minimalistsmanaged]

What a beautiful video ❤ Also you have a lovely laugh 🥰 I'm so ready to decorate for Christmas after watching this ❤

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much, that's so kind of you to say!! 🥰 I'm so glad you enjoyed the video--happy decorating & happy holidays!!

[@ljdiben7774]

A beautiful video! Just like out of a cozy story book! I love that you and your partner cook together-I do too with mine and these little moments become wonderful, cherished memories! Much love to you....xoxoxoxoxo

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww your comments always make my day, thank you so much LJ!! ❤️ I love that you and your partner love cooking together, too--it's the best 😊 I hope you have a wonderful weekend, thank you so much again for your kind words and all of your support!

[@bookishpixiestitches7238]

Your Christmas tree is absolutely beautiful, I wish we could have a real tree but they are just too expensive for us this year. Such a lovely video, really enjoy your channel xx

[@nishankamasakorala7180]

Beautiful decorations 👍👍👍🌹🌹🌹

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much 😊

[@michellemooney6996]

Luv u guys! You tree is so beautiful! I luv it,

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Awww thank you so much, Michelle!! Sending you the biggest hug 🤗

[@writerdreamerreader]

Your video puts me in the perfect mood to decorate tomorrow! My family is coming to visit me next week and we'll have an early Christmas, as I won't be able to join them on the 24th and 25th. Really excited to fill my home with Christmas cheer! I might rewatch your video again tomorrow just for the vibes 😉

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

I hope you have an amazing time decorating and a wonderful early Christmas with your family, Maren!! ❤️ Thank you so much for watching, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@TheMennomilist]

Looks like you two had so much fun doing all of these things together. That makes my heart happy. I remember making ornaments like that as a kid with one of my mom's friends who is very creative. I love that you guys don't have a television.

[@dpcaw]

This made me really happy:) Happy holidays to both of you:)

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much, I'm so happy to hear that!! 😊 Happy holidays and thank you for watching!

[@janethorrey5769]

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[@everydayprojector]

Charming video as always Haley! Hello from nearby (ish?) Bucks County, PA :) I'm definitely going to try your cashew cheese spread this winter, it looks delicious.

[@evamatlach1986]

I love that you both are doing so many things together, like decoration and cooking. 🫶🏻 very cozy day with u and Alex! 😊

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you, Eva, I'm so glad you enjoyed it!! ❤️ Alex is the best, he's so supportive and is always helping me with all of the (very many) crafting projects I'm planning 😂 Have a lovely weekend!

[@moniquebell7766]

I am soooo making those gingerbread pancakes! Congratulations on your first real tree! Such a sweet milestone. Thank you so much for sharing your lovely holiday festivities with us.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much Monique--we had tons of fun making this video, I'm so happy you enjoyed watching it!! ❤️ And I hope you have a chance to try the gingerbread pancakes, they were FANTASTIC 😊

[@cerridwencottagediary9194]

I'm so happy for you guys that you were able to get a full sized tree and it looks magical. I pick of my daughter from university for the holidays tomorrow so we will get our tree on Sunday. Greetings from Wales

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

I hope you and your daughter have an amazing time getting your tree!! Thank you so much for watching and happy holidays 🎄

[@hannahm153]

Love your naturally decorated tree! It looks beautiful!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@janjentz1053]

So happy you got such a beautiful full size tree. You both decorated it so beautifully. Goes without saying the diy ornaments are so nice, loved your other gorgeous ones too. Wonderful looking pancakes, mocktail and dip. Will be making the dip during the holidays, it looks delicious. Thanks for sharing. I got some great ideas.

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

I'm so happy you enjoyed the crafts and recipes, Jan!! 🥰 I'm excited for you to try the dip, it's one of my favorites this time of year (and a big hit with friends who don't eat dairy, too!) 😊 Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend!

[@nikkipetersen9782]

I love your tree decorations!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you, Nikki!! ❤️

[@amomentofwonder]

This video was just what i needed on this cold and gray saturday 🤗 it radiates cozy vibes and lots and lots of warmth - so delightful to watch ❤ like a hug, but as a video 🥰

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

That's truly one of the best compliments I could receive--thank you SO much for your kind words, I'm so happy that you're enjoying the videos!! 🥰 Thanks for making my day--sending you a big hug, my friend! 🤗

[@jbruno871]

Those gingerbread pancakes sound absolutely delicious! Your tree is just stunningly beautiful!

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Thank you so much, Jamie!! ❤️ I'm so happy you like the tree, and the pancakes were sooo good!

[@DreamerIsabella]

I love your cute Christmas tree, good job guys! 🎄 Such a cozy Christmas vlog ✨🔥⛄

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Awww thank you so much Isabella, I am so happy you enjoyed the video!! ❤️

[@DreamerIsabella]

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[@rosalynroman3006]

Parecen dos candy canes 😂😂. Estaba viendo tu video anterior y de momento me salió este. Te quedó lindo el árbol y los pinecone quiero hacerlos con mi pequeña tengo que ir al parque y recoger unos cuántos. Por cierto las Orange y las cranberries los compraste o los deshidrataste tú. Cuídense 👋

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Hahaha we were thinking the same thing about our pajamas!! 😂 I made the dried oranges myself in the oven, and I didn't dry the cranberries--they are fresh, and I think they will begin to naturally dry a bit as they hang on the garland! Thank you so much for watching, my friend ❤️

[@rosalynroman3006]

@@MyMoonstoneKitchen ok, gracias muéstranos en algún video. Yo las hice en el microwave y se me quemaron 🫤

[@skincaremakeup40]

So so pretty your Xmas tree!may I ask you where you live?the nature around your house is so marvelous!i live in Sicily alone the Mediterranean sea,totally different scenario!i've started following you quite recently,thanx for inspiring me,this morning i'm decorating my Xmas tree too

[@MyMoonstoneKitchen]

Aww thank you so much, I'm so happy to hear that you've been enjoying the videos!! 🤗 I live on the east coast of the US, the closest big city by me is Philadelphia, PA--I love living here! Oh my goodness, where you live sounds absolutely amazing--I have always wanted to visit Sicily and the beautiful Mediterranean ❤️ Sending you a big hug across the miles!

[@pan7667]

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[@janyreboux8701]

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