10 Ways I am Creating a Cozy Home For Winter

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  • @mc5366
    @mc5366 25 днів тому +38

    Little Levi saying "I'm helping Mama" just melted my heart. Love the simple cozy Christmas Decor!

    • @JazzyBabe56
      @JazzyBabe56 25 днів тому +6

      yeah that got me too and I don't even have kids....♥

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +7

      He's such a great helper! 😄 I love doing things with him.

  • @lindalange7124
    @lindalange7124 25 днів тому +31

    I love how Levi said, "I like It!" when you assembled the tree!!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +4

      Haha! He is 2 years old, and he doesn't remember last year so it was really fun to decorate with him. He was in awe of everything. =) I hope you are having a nice day.

  • @SusanL-ds6lc
    @SusanL-ds6lc 25 днів тому +13

    Your littlest boy makes my heart melt. Such a helper! My little boy is 33 now. Aww . . . . Enjoy every moment. I know I did and I continue to enjoy each day today. The simpler I make my life, the more beautiful it is. God bless you :)

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +3

      Thank you! We are soaking up all these fun moments while he is still little. =) I hope you are having a nice holiday season.

  • @juliedewyse8436
    @juliedewyse8436 24 дні тому +7

    I have used the same decorations for almost 30 years. Some years I get a new decoration and some years I declutter some. My kids like when I put up the same stuff every year.

  • @debbiehawkes7120
    @debbiehawkes7120 25 днів тому +13

    We mostly have same Christmas decorations we’ve had for 50 years. Kids & grandkids love the tradition every year.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +3

      It's so nice to have decorations you can enjoy with your family each year.

    • @susanprice3377
      @susanprice3377 22 дні тому

      Some of our decorations date to my husband's grandparents. My own parents decluttered much of the tree decor I grew up with but luckily the Price family's old glass ornaments are very similar, and I love having a mix of ornaments that are up to 100 years old with newer ones we've chosen ourselves.

  • @wendyinegbenedo1307
    @wendyinegbenedo1307 25 днів тому +9

    The tiniest helper is precious. The wonder and innocence in his eyes is beyond priceless. ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @joannafoster3423
    @joannafoster3423 25 днів тому +9

    Year round I don't follow decorating trends. I use what I like and what sparks memories of times and people gone by. So special and makes me smile.

  • @jennyjenkins877
    @jennyjenkins877 24 дні тому +6

    Beautiful decorating! It's nice how involved Levi can be this year because he has grown so much.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you! It's nice to have a little helper.

  • @carolynoquinn4573
    @carolynoquinn4573 25 днів тому +22

    Snowman is adorable ❤

  • @DebbieLinville
    @DebbieLinville 23 дні тому +3

    What great problem solving to add the star to the top BEFORE adding the last tier when assembling the tree. What an amazing gift you have to be able to paint your own seasonal decor. Merry Christmas !

  • @kristieshoemake7343
    @kristieshoemake7343 20 днів тому +2

    I don’t want my house to be decorated like everyone else’s! Love my old stuff!

  • @reneemenary7641
    @reneemenary7641 25 днів тому +9

    I LOVE your snowman painting; you are good!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much! I hope you have a wonderful holiday. =)

  • @wandashaw3551
    @wandashaw3551 25 днів тому +4

    Your baby Levi is so adorable, helping his Momma. I love it. Your home is so comfortable and cozy, just what I like. Love your snowman, too!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thank you! I hope you are having a nice day.

  • @elizabethstead1768
    @elizabethstead1768 25 днів тому +14

    Amazing, 2 videos in 1 week 😂 it feels like Christmas came early! Thank you for a fantastic year of inspiration, motivation and sparkle ❤

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +3

      Thank you so much! I worked all day editing yesterday to get this out =) I hope you are having a nice week so far.

  • @arlineswardson6012
    @arlineswardson6012 25 днів тому +14

    Very cozy home! I love it! Your snowman painting is absolutely adorable!❤❤

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Aw thank you! I am so happy with how it turned out!

  • @valerie718
    @valerie718 25 днів тому +16

    Love the Snowman painting!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +3

      Yay! I hope you are having a nice day.

    • @valerie718
      @valerie718 25 днів тому +1

      @ thank you, you too! Beautiful day in RC today. Headed to my grandsons holiday performance at school today. One of the great perks of me now being retired!

  • @juliedavidson5596
    @juliedavidson5596 24 дні тому +2

    I admire your painting skills. My adult son has that same artistic talent and I am always impressed. ❤

  • @helendoolan5242
    @helendoolan5242 19 днів тому +2

    Love your painting too….but just a suggestion sign it and write the year too for later reference for your family….so special and unique. Happy Christmas 🎄

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  19 днів тому +1

      Thank you! I always sign my art, but I will have to remember to add a date. I hope you have a wonderful Christmas. =)

  • @erikastanger7848
    @erikastanger7848 25 днів тому +14

    Oh, gosh, I'm actually getting tired of trendy Christmas! My kids are all teens, and I've learned over the years that they feel most excited when we have the same decor every year. And their happiness at Christmas is what matters most.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +6

      I agree! It's so fun to see the same decorations each year. It's like an old friend that visits once a year lol.

    • @laurabotts4064
      @laurabotts4064 25 днів тому +2

      There are memories of growing up decorating the tree when I was just a kid. Those memories are important and warm.

  • @Marty_07241
    @Marty_07241 25 днів тому +5

    I love your home!!! So cozy, lovely, tidy. Thank you for focusing on simplicity and not adding stress and unnecessary expense to our lives at Christmas. ❤
    P.s. your snowman art is SO cute!!

  • @jonareyes3221
    @jonareyes3221 25 днів тому +11

    I love how you decorate your house..
    I smiled when you said that you have the same decorations every year because I DO HAVE THE SAME TOO!! I just put it in a different spot every year 😝
    I have my TIMER on our Christmas lights on our window
    Love your channel Shannon ❤

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +3

      It’s so much fun to change up the placement of holiday decor each year! I hope you are having a nice day so far =)

  • @laurie2715
    @laurie2715 24 дні тому +3

    Your home is beautiful! 🎄
    I AGREE and don’t follow trends , often using the same decor as years ago brings back so many cherished memories, yet another thing I love about Christmas’ 🎄⭐️🎄
    Oh my goodness little Levi is so sweet ! ❤️😊

  • @leoren2685
    @leoren2685 25 днів тому +4

    I much prefer your cozy Christmas decor with memory-filled things rather than trendy glitz! You have the right idea for how to make holidays fun and special. The gingerbread houses and the snowman painting were so cute!

  • @RuthMaxgay
    @RuthMaxgay 25 днів тому +8

    Your little helper is just precious! ❤

  • @denisemshores
    @denisemshores 25 днів тому +11

    Great video Shannon. Your home looks festive and cozy and the snowman picture is adorable! Happy holidays to you and your family!

  • @alice_rabbit8345
    @alice_rabbit8345 25 днів тому +5

    Having 9 cats so putting up a tree would be a disaster! No kids or grandkids so it’s ok. I’ve been just putting out a few things and changing pillow covers indoor and focusing more on my front porch! Happy holidays!

  • @janjentz1053
    @janjentz1053 25 днів тому +5

    Your home looks so beautiful and festive for Christmas. I have most of the same ornaments and decor from years ago. I don't pay attention to whats trending either. I cant draw or paint, but took one photo of snow on a pine tree and one of our dog Sophie walking in the snow. Used my app on my phone to change them to black and white and had them printed for my Christmas art. Your soup recipe looks delicious, will try it soon. Always love seeing your kids and Mom in the videos. Merry Christmas.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Thank you, Jan! What a great idea for some custom art prints. I hope you have a Merry Christmas =)

  • @CynthiaMiller-cc3qj
    @CynthiaMiller-cc3qj 23 дні тому +2

    Your home looks so festive and inviting. I love to see you & your mom cooking, decorating and enjoying time together ❣️❣️Thanks so much for the Snowman print. Love & Best Wishes to you & your family this Christmas!❤️🎁🎄

  • @JazzyBabe56
    @JazzyBabe56 25 днів тому +5

    we're with you, hubs and I don't shop for each other anymore - we just have my sibs over for dins and chat and laughter....its all in how you enjoy, not trying to impress anyone anymore....I hope you and your fam have a wonderful holiday! ♥

  • @wendyinegbenedo1307
    @wendyinegbenedo1307 25 днів тому +5

    Oh my goodness, the sweet lil ⛄️ snowman art. Thank you for sharing him with us!! Merry Christmas!! I love your family and channel soo so much!++❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @lindaroyal8161
    @lindaroyal8161 25 днів тому +3

    The snowman painting is adorable. Your home looks very cozy and festive.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you! I love adding festive touches to my home.

  • @melissataylor8910
    @melissataylor8910 25 днів тому +2

    Great video!!
    Levi is just precious ❤my kids all live far away and we haven’t done gifts for years. Instead we all get together for a family trip.works out great!!
    No holidays stress or worries about all the money spent

  • @SpeakTruthBeKind
    @SpeakTruthBeKind 25 днів тому +5

    Loved your snowman. You could add a few little birds at its feet - if you’d like. 😉

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +3

      That's a great suggestion! I was in such a rush to get that painting done. It would be fun to go back in and add something.

  • @CleaningwithStephanie
    @CleaningwithStephanie 25 днів тому +7

    Love your Christmas decorations! My husband and I don’t give each other gifts either. Way less stress!

  • @Julie-n9b
    @Julie-n9b 25 днів тому +3

    Love your tiniest little helper and your snowman painting is beautiful. You’re so talented! 🎄❤️

  • @colleenisaac6647
    @colleenisaac6647 25 днів тому +3

    That snowman is ADORABLE! I just took down your mother’s pumpkin and will replace it with the snowman.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Yay! I am so happy to hear that you are using the art. =)

  • @janeweldon8874
    @janeweldon8874 25 днів тому +7

    Your home is certainly cozy for Christmas! Love the snowman painting that you did! Hope you and your family have a very Merry Christmas!❤️🎄

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Thank you! Merry Christmas to you and yours! ❤️🎄

  • @phronsiekeys
    @phronsiekeys 25 днів тому +5

    Your house looks beautiful and not overwhelmed with decorations. Try red lentils in your soup! I make a big batch of red lentil soup almost every week for lunches. And, I LOVE your gift strategy. I like Christmas crafts too...this year I'm making stars out of T.P. and paper towel rolls! (Easy to find the directions for that).

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      I'll have to try making red lentil soup! Thank you for the suggestion, I have only seen green lentils in our local store so I will have to hunt around for those. Thank you for the craft idea, I will look that up.

    • @leoren2685
      @leoren2685 25 днів тому +2

      @@shannontorrens1 Red lentils are my favorite - they look orange in real life lol. So easy to add to other recipes too.

  • @lorettagoldyn5918
    @lorettagoldyn5918 25 днів тому +6

    Really enjoyable video. Merry Christmas to to you and your family

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому

      Merry Christmas to you and yours, I hope you have a wonderful holiday!

  • @BR-kk9qu
    @BR-kk9qu 25 днів тому +4

    I love you home and Christmas decor! I love low warm lights, too! - Belinda

  • @judewood6340
    @judewood6340 23 дні тому +3

    Lovely video tfs! Your snowman picture was lovely, and so lovely of you to share it! Xxx

  • @parulyadav4048
    @parulyadav4048 25 днів тому +6

    2 videos in a week yeyyyyy.......😊 home looks cozy n beautiful😍😍 also u r multi talented. I like your art work.Your lemon 🍋 painting is just wow👌👌actually all your paintings r nice.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thank you! I hope you are having a nice week. =)

  • @lisaremy4817
    @lisaremy4817 24 дні тому +3

    Hi Shannon, love your simple decor and the Snowman painting is adorable!!

  • @barbarap6851
    @barbarap6851 25 днів тому +4

    Levi is adorable! Love the snowman water color! Happy Holidays!

  • @Jeannes1234
    @Jeannes1234 25 днів тому +5

    Love all the cozy touches you added to your home for Christmas. That Little Book of Hygge is one of my favorites. I’ll have to get it out to read again. Also I love how Levi is always in the videos helping you! He is just so sweet! Thank you for the adorable snowman printable you painted. Merry Christmas to you and your family.🎄

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      I hope you have a wonderful holiday! I love that book too, it's full of such great ideas. =)

  • @cherylkalsch5107
    @cherylkalsch5107 23 дні тому +2

    Your Christmas decor looks beautiful.

  • @Batongirl1936
    @Batongirl1936 25 днів тому +4

    Thanks for the simple Christmas. That’s what I did this year I Decluttered a whole bunch of Christmas stuff and I kept the stuff that was sentimental and I think less is more. I’m gonna have to try the gingerbread houses merry Christmas and have a safe, healthy and happy new year.

  • @jemma50
    @jemma50 25 днів тому +4

    Love the snowman painting! You are very talented, Shannon. ♥ Your home is lovely and cozy and just the right amount of Christmas decoration. Happy Holidays! ♥♥♥

  • @BlueBird-nf2gp
    @BlueBird-nf2gp 25 днів тому +4

    Everything looks festive and cozy! Enjoy! 🎄☃️😊

  • @kakylong2
    @kakylong2 25 днів тому +3

    Shannon, I'm so excited about the Lentil Soup recipe & the snowman picture. Snowmen are my favorite & My Hubby has gotten me a new one every yr for 24 yrs. ⛄️

  • @PHBRNTGGR2
    @PHBRNTGGR2 6 годин тому

    Sweet sweet Levi. 💕

  • @Constance-q2b
    @Constance-q2b 25 днів тому +4

    Shannon, I love your decorations! When your youngest told you he was helping, I couldn’t help but smile. Merry Christmas to you and your family.❤❤❤

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thank you so much, I love having him help me! =) Merry Christmas.

  • @lucytitus2183
    @lucytitus2183 25 днів тому +5

    Such a lovely video. Your little son is just so sweet!!!❤

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Aw, thank you! He loves to help decorate! 😊

  • @naraiyer3688
    @naraiyer3688 25 днів тому +5

    The simplicity is filled with Christmas vibes. Love it! I may have missed it, but do you a skirt around the tree?

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Yes I do! We have a colorful skirt around the tree, I must have forgot to film putting it on. =)

  • @CC-qt3rl
    @CC-qt3rl 25 днів тому +4

    You and your mom are talented❤

  • @Toni-747
    @Toni-747 25 днів тому +4

    Hi Shannon! Love your pops of color❤🎄 Beautiful, simple and cozy!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thank you! I hope you are having a nice day!

  • @TerriWitcher-p2j
    @TerriWitcher-p2j 25 днів тому +3

    Love the snowman. So cute

  • @Crochetlady3-l1o
    @Crochetlady3-l1o 25 днів тому +5

    Beautiful Shannon ! Levi is so sweet. Merry Christmas to you and your family . Hi from SC.😊🎄💕🙏🏻

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Thank you! Merry Christmas to you and your family too!

  • @marleneday2984
    @marleneday2984 25 днів тому +4

    You are a very good painter ❤

  • @bonessam9618
    @bonessam9618 24 дні тому +2

    Omg, Shannon. Your snowman is so adorable! I love it. Levi is so precious. ❤ Everything looks so nice and cozy. Merry Christmas to you and your family. 🎅☃️🎄

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you! I hope you have a wonderful holiday.

  • @aparnakulkarni1640
    @aparnakulkarni1640 25 днів тому +7

    Very beautiful painting!!

  • @tanyazeschke9127
    @tanyazeschke9127 25 днів тому +4

    Love the snowman 🎉🎉 your so talented

  • @davidsandraramey742
    @davidsandraramey742 23 дні тому +2

    Love the snowman

  • @SumanSingh-yz7dq
    @SumanSingh-yz7dq 24 дні тому +2

    You’re snowman painting is amazing!

  • @marshagaravaglia8149
    @marshagaravaglia8149 25 днів тому +4

    I love your painting ❤

  • @sallyviehland6204
    @sallyviehland6204 24 дні тому +2

    Thank you Shannon for your lovely videos and your snowman art - it’s adorable!! Merry Christmas to you and your family and of course Grandma (she’s adorable too!)

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you for being here! I hope you have a wonderful holiday. =)

  • @Sunflower.7
    @Sunflower.7 25 днів тому +5

    Lovely to watch❤🎉

  • @lisagrant2017
    @lisagrant2017 24 дні тому +2

    I love this feel-good video. Thank you, Shannon, for sharing your simple, happy christmas prep. Have a wonderful Chriatmas with your family, and end this year knowing the wonderful influence you have been for myself and many others.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      Thank you so much! I hope you have a wonderful holiday!

  • @reneemenary7641
    @reneemenary7641 25 днів тому +3

    your tree is beautiful!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thank you! I hope you are having a nice week. =)

  • @kathleenj1158
    @kathleenj1158 25 днів тому +4

    Shannon, this was such a great video. 🥰❤️🥳👏

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому

      Thank you so much! I hope you are having a nice day. =)

  • @1beyond
    @1beyond 25 днів тому +3

    I made lentil soup today also

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      It’s one of our favorite things to make this time of year!

  • @bobbiefarrar3036
    @bobbiefarrar3036 25 днів тому +3

    We use timers too, Shannon. What were those paints, Shannon? Watercolor, acrylic? Is it a kit? The snowman turned out so cute!! High five! Merry Christmas!!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thank you! Yes, they are watercolor paints. =)

  • @j.christian6801
    @j.christian6801 25 днів тому +3

    Good job!!

  • @LaDonnaB
    @LaDonnaB 24 дні тому +2

    Thank you!

  • @lorikegley3327
    @lorikegley3327 25 днів тому +4

    ❤❤❤

  • @joyceintexas
    @joyceintexas 25 днів тому +3

    Love your Snowman watercolor! Precious!
    Where do you get your pillow covers? I love that idea.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому

      Hi Joy, I found those covers on Amazon a few months ago. I needed some new Christmas covers because my last ones fell apart. =)

  • @adriannahuezo6112
    @adriannahuezo6112 24 дні тому +2

    Why not use the mantel? For stockings?

  • @Stephanie-bd5hw
    @Stephanie-bd5hw 25 днів тому +4

    Hi Shannon! Love this video- Where did you get the black tray to set your cups in?

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Hello, The black tray is actually the underside of that footstool. So the top flips over and becomes a tray/table. =)

  • @marlenewong6263
    @marlenewong6263 24 дні тому +2

    ♥️🥰💕

  • @sallywhite1012
    @sallywhite1012 10 днів тому

    Great video. Can you please tell me what the cookbook is you used for the oil free chocolate zucchini muffins

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  10 днів тому +1

      Hi, the recipe book is called Oh She Glows.

  • @carolynoquinn4573
    @carolynoquinn4573 25 днів тому +3

    You need an immersion blender!

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      Thanks I will look that up.

    • @carolynoquinn4573
      @carolynoquinn4573 25 днів тому +1

      @@shannontorrens1 Some people call it a stick blender, plop it right into soup pan.

    • @kathyol
      @kathyol 25 днів тому +2

      I decluttered my immersion blender, haha! Who knew! Love MOM

    • @carolynoquinn4573
      @carolynoquinn4573 25 днів тому

      @kathyol That's ironic, and funny!

  • @tanyajohnston8262
    @tanyajohnston8262 25 днів тому +2

    Do you buy for one another’s stockings? The adult stockings I mean.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      We usually get funny things like toothpaste, chapstick, candy, and everyday stuff. =)

  • @Cinedos
    @Cinedos 25 днів тому +2

    I didn’t see the recipe for the lentil soup?

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +2

      Hello, the recipe is in the description box, but I will link it here too. =) cookieandkate.com/best-lentil-soup-recipe/

  • @ninebyfamilyvulli7013
    @ninebyfamilyvulli7013 23 дні тому +2

    👋🏾;)😘😘😘😘😘🇫🇷

  • @melissataylor8910
    @melissataylor8910 25 днів тому +2

    Shannon, I tried to sign up for your email and free printable but some thing went wrong. I got all signed up but never got the confirmation email.
    Would love to be part of your email community ❤

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  25 днів тому +1

      I’m so sorry about that! Did you check your spam folder? If not try to sign up again and I will see if I can find you (if your name is the same on the email).

    • @melissataylor8910
      @melissataylor8910 24 дні тому +1

      Shannon, it’s not in scam folder.
      It’s under heymom5.
      Thank you for helping❤️

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      @@melissataylor8910 Hello, I see that you are subscribed to the email and I have just resent the email to you. =) I hope you are able to find it.🥰

    • @melissataylor8910
      @melissataylor8910 24 дні тому +2

      Found it!!! Thank you ❤️❤️🙌🙌

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  24 дні тому +1

      @@melissataylor8910 Yay! I am so happy it worked!

  • @cherylkalsch5107
    @cherylkalsch5107 23 дні тому +2

    I would get insulation pumped in those walls.

    • @shannontorrens1
      @shannontorrens1  22 дні тому

      That is our plan =) We have to save up for this.

  • @reneelee_7929
    @reneelee_7929 18 днів тому +1

    Trendy Christmas is just a gimmick to make money. I decorate the way I like with what I have.