HOLIDAY THRIFT + DECORATE WITH ME | CHRISTMAS HOSTING ESSENTIALS

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  • @KristenMcGowan
    @KristenMcGowan  Місяць тому +46

    We're hosting for the holidays this year in our new home and I had to get some last minute thrifting and decorating done!! Thrifting is the best way to find all of those quality decor and home essentials at a budget friendly price! I hope you enjoy coming along thrifting and decorating with me today!! xo Happy Holidays❤🎄✨

    • @mariamangion21
      @mariamangion21 Місяць тому +4

      @@KristenMcGowan happy holidays 🤍

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  Місяць тому +3

      @mariamangion21 ❤❤

    • @teresasmith6028
      @teresasmith6028 Місяць тому

      At in ar

    • @lindacurtis7751
      @lindacurtis7751 Місяць тому

      Thank you for the outing! I really enjoyed our conversation visiting these types of stores as well as donating to them! 🎄♥️

    • @sisternaima
      @sisternaima Місяць тому

      Those dinner plates are royal London! Very expensive where I am from . 😮😮😮

  • @michellemciver409
    @michellemciver409 Місяць тому +40

    Love how you showed us how you used and styled the items throughout the video. So inspiring and fun to watch!

  • @mariamangion21
    @mariamangion21 Місяць тому +55

    2 videos in 2 days?? What did we do to deserve this ❤️

  • @gabriellad1725
    @gabriellad1725 Місяць тому +37

    So many better options in USA than UK. I’ve never seen such a great thrift store over here! Fabulous 🎉

    • @Blackcatspilates
      @Blackcatspilates Місяць тому +2

      Yes, agreed! I go into our charity shops and even the bigger stores aren’t anything like Good Will in the US. Its still fun thrifting though, I’ve found a few hard back books and other bits and pieces while out hunting 😊

    • @Lisa6812
      @Lisa6812 Місяць тому +3

      Same as Canada. I haven’t been or seen the items the the USA thrift and antique stores have.

  • @Creyole
    @Creyole Місяць тому +19

    Love how you showed us what you hauled then how you styled it. I also loved how you shopped with a purpose and stay on task around so many eye catching collectibles. Looking forward to a holiday tour of your place.

  • @DakotaRoseT
    @DakotaRoseT Місяць тому +17

    The nutcracker candle holders are AMAZING I need them omg

  • @mariannreider2982
    @mariannreider2982 Місяць тому +14

    I love how you edited this video to show how you styled the object after adding it to your cart. You have a great habitat store. Our local is trashy. Merry Christmas.

  • @nicolefitzgerald2022
    @nicolefitzgerald2022 Місяць тому +17

    those giant mugs are fantastic!

  • @walkintheoutdoors8343
    @walkintheoutdoors8343 Місяць тому +13

    Your Restore is miles above ours. Jealous but love thrifting too.

  • @Gin-d4e
    @Gin-d4e Місяць тому +8

    Kristen you are so special. I always love your videos. Your eye is spot on and you explain why it works! I could have watched this for hours - Restore was amazing.

  • @signature_colorpink8954
    @signature_colorpink8954 Місяць тому +5

    I could spend hours in antiques shops. I remember when I traveled for business, I always made time to visit local shops. ❤

  • @judymcinnis
    @judymcinnis Місяць тому +5

    Wow, the Restore in Tennessee was a gold mine for nostalgic Christmas treasures to decorate your new home for your first Christmas as a married couple. You are creating your own family traditions. (I will let you know that the Restore in Newmarket, Ontario didn't have anything like that.)
    🎀🎁🎄Merry Christmas🎄🎁🎀

  • @salimorton641
    @salimorton641 Місяць тому +4

    Kristen, you should get some of those pretty spring plates. Especially if you plan to have a speing decor this coming year!

  • @ginacrusco234
    @ginacrusco234 Місяць тому +5

    Love the crystal ballerinas.

  • @pollyporter-campbell7493
    @pollyporter-campbell7493 Місяць тому +2

    Great video. I'm thinking the fireplace screen probably had a medallion of some sort attached to the front. That would explain the 4 holes in it.

  • @Reillygirl
    @Reillygirl Місяць тому +3

    That thrift store had great Christmas decor - very impressed!! Your home looks so nice and cozy decorated 🎄🎅🏼❤️

  • @yehyeh5066
    @yehyeh5066 10 днів тому

    I always thrift Christmas decorations. I have found the best older style Christmas decor there

  • @melissa_cardona
    @melissa_cardona Місяць тому +3

    I've always liked watching your videos! Its so calming! the vibe hits different! 😌💞

  • @patkimbrell1820
    @patkimbrell1820 Місяць тому +4

    I love your thrifting adventures!

  • @tracy_222
    @tracy_222 Місяць тому +5

    Wow some great finds👍🏻great plate sets👍🏻🍽️love those mugs. Iam sure you’ll make every thing look great🎄🎁

  • @thefridaset
    @thefridaset 28 днів тому +1

    The editing style of this video is brilliant, when you’re showing how you incorporate what you bought ☺️ would love that for your ikea-videos as well!

  • @njb1814
    @njb1814 Місяць тому +2

    Kristen you found some great things! Love all the ornaments and the glass ballerina's so pretty! I love wandering around stores like that. Thanks for sharing!❤

  • @sharonavinger3266
    @sharonavinger3266 Місяць тому +2

    I love all of your purchases! You have such a good decorator’s eye. Thanks for sharing!

  • @sherr2252
    @sherr2252 Місяць тому +3

    Great finds. How fun. I love this second video you gave us. Thank you. Yay! Love your #1 fan from Arizona

  • @jenl.4051
    @jenl.4051 Місяць тому +2

    Great finds! I love how thoughtful and intentional you are with your purchases. Merry Christmas! 🎄

  • @bethhoppes6388
    @bethhoppes6388 Місяць тому +2

    You found such gems! I think the dishes for Spring are adorable.

  • @jeannemarie5878
    @jeannemarie5878 Місяць тому +3

    Merry Christmas, thank you for taking us along on your shopping trip.

  • @marysmith9824
    @marysmith9824 Місяць тому +1

    So glad to see vintage decor making a comeback. Your home is so cozy and inviting. Merry Christmas from one Scot to another.

  • @jennyhullinger34
    @jennyhullinger34 Місяць тому +2

    Love your Christmas shopping video you sure got some good decor for your beautiful home🎄

  • @julioenergy
    @julioenergy Місяць тому +6

    Every time someone doubts whether or not to get a Santa mug they really like an Elf in the North Pole shrinks by 1 cm, positively factual information.

    • @SM-yd8hq
      @SM-yd8hq Місяць тому +3

      Sounds legit to me 😂

  • @jennifersandahl4603
    @jennifersandahl4603 Місяць тому +2

    Love it all! Those nutcracker candleholders…🥰😍

  • @michdancer13
    @michdancer13 Місяць тому +3

    I'm envious of your Habitat store! Ours is small and does not have that variety!

  • @signature_colorpink8954
    @signature_colorpink8954 Місяць тому +2

    I love the spring beauty.

  • @lisamdrake5696
    @lisamdrake5696 Місяць тому +1

    Omg! YES! STU and HENRY! 😍 I KNEW you had two of those gorgeous kitties! I remember seeing both of them at the same time - I think it was when you were making over your old kitchen (it was all white, some time before the lake house) and I remember falling in love with those furry little guys! 🥰🥰🥰 I thought maybe something had happened to Stu because Henry seemed to be the one liking the camera most recently. Glad you still have them! Are they brothers? Your ThreadUp finds are FABULOUS by the way! And I think you should go back and get the pair of Santa mugs, they are wonderful! ❤😊

  • @shelllombardi9124
    @shelllombardi9124 Місяць тому +1

    Wow your thrift stores are huge! The ones in my town are much smaller. Thanks for taking us along.

  • @7mrst
    @7mrst Місяць тому

    Well, I was drooling through this whole shopping trip! So enchanting, Kristen. Your home is gorgeous...wish I was there with you all xo

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  Місяць тому

      We’ll go together next time you’re here❤️

  • @simplyericaamaro
    @simplyericaamaro 29 днів тому

    OMG, my mom had the exact same dancers at one point! End of 80s, beginning of 90s. I love that you bring in all of those christmas pieces, that other designers would probably pass. I love everything christmas related, so this video really spoke to me! ❤

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  29 днів тому

      @@simplyericaamaro no way!! Awww thank you son much glad you enjoyed ❤️

  • @debrahayes3778
    @debrahayes3778 Місяць тому +1

    I love thrifting for decor but have to put the brakes on the urge to buy!! 😅. My find of the year was a porcelain basket by Belleek, the oldest porcelain manufacturer in Ireland in business since 1860. It was at a hospital thrift shop for $7.50 in perfect condition. I had seen the identical basket at an antique shop for 5 times the price!! That made my day!! ❤❤❤

  • @jeanettefujikawa
    @jeanettefujikawa Місяць тому

    I thought you were crushing it at Habitat , then you showed your clothes and Kristen, you nailed it!!! Loved everything about this video!

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  Місяць тому

      @@jeanettefujikawa wow thank you so much!

  • @auravee3268
    @auravee3268 27 днів тому

    Love the dinnerware. Very classy and spring themed.

  • @kristin8932
    @kristin8932 Місяць тому +1

    Not only do I love so much of what you looked at (those nutcracker candle holders were gorgeous) but love how you're watching Outlander too! I highly recommend the books as well, they're amazing. Merry Christmas to you and your whole family🎄✨

  • @atikahabubakar7080
    @atikahabubakar7080 Місяць тому

    I've been watching your videos for years, and I absolutely love them. They're so calming and soothing-perfect for unwinding after a long day at work! 😌

  • @Ccdurko
    @Ccdurko 29 днів тому

    I love thrifting. You can get so many unique items.

  • @2cmrinhfx
    @2cmrinhfx Місяць тому

    These are some of my favorite videos of yours- I love thrifitng and do wish we had the selection you have there. Your ideas give me ideas!! Have a wonderful Christmas Kristen :)

  • @auroraalmazan3958
    @auroraalmazan3958 Місяць тому +2

    Great finds 😮… Can’t wait your x mas home tour ❣️

  • @juliekintz1859
    @juliekintz1859 Місяць тому

    I've been so busy lately that I'm finally catching up on your video. I truly enjoyed looking at all your lovely finds. Thank you for taking us on your shopping visit. 🤗🌲

  • @Lisaloves6mill
    @Lisaloves6mill 25 днів тому +1

    Where are those two large mirrors you had in your dining room at the lake house? I haven't seen them yet. I would love to see where you put them in your new house.

  • @mariahfields6322
    @mariahfields6322 Місяць тому +1

    Omggg those nutcracker candlestick holders?! Stop 🥹❤️

  • @jeanieturner5183
    @jeanieturner5183 Місяць тому

    You got so many amazing finds. I do love to thrift because it makes your home more unique because it isn’t a cookie cutter home.😊

  • @Lyndaragirl78
    @Lyndaragirl78 Місяць тому

    I’m sooo glad you like knickknacks and little shelf fillers for your home. Somehow it just adds to the charm and coziness of a home. And since you are deliberately carefully choosing each piece makes it just more special. So many designers go minimal with their decor and that is ok too. There definitely is a line that says too much. Btw, I LOVED that red dress and red shoes on you!! Beautiful!!! I hope that you and Christian have a wonderful holiday in your new home this year!!! Merry Christmas!!! P.S. Go back and get the Santa mugs!! They are adorable!! 💕💕💕

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  Місяць тому

      Thank you so much Lynda❤️❤️ Merry Christmas!!🎄

  • @aprillaguana4047
    @aprillaguana4047 Місяць тому

    You really scored big! My personal fav was the Nutcracker candle holders! Love it all!

  • @leewillers4621
    @leewillers4621 Місяць тому

    Your thrifting videos are always so interesting. I never think to go to thrift stores and need to change my mindset!

  • @lauriekellum6425
    @lauriekellum6425 Місяць тому

    Thank you for the ideas video! Love your style and you gave me lots to think about. And bonus that you are an Outlander fan too!

  • @pc-gt4st
    @pc-gt4st Місяць тому

    Yes, those dishes at Habitat for Humanity are really cute! Perfect for spring… and priced like it’s 1955 or something ❤ Happy holidays Kristen. ❄️🎄🎁 thanks for all you do for us!

  • @lindamccormack9862
    @lindamccormack9862 Місяць тому +1

    Loved your finds!

  • @catherinestrong4470
    @catherinestrong4470 Місяць тому

    Great thrifting stores so many items, I kept saying oh I need that.

  • @clementinemeyniel-breguet6018
    @clementinemeyniel-breguet6018 Місяць тому

    You look like you could be the lead character in a Wallmark Movie ! Love it ! So cute

  • @paulaleeper3668
    @paulaleeper3668 Місяць тому

    I had so much fun going thrift thing with you. I love the big tall Christmas mugs.!!! And all of the ornaments you found for the tree the crystal ballerinas!!! You are an amazing designer

  • @maryrussell9354
    @maryrussell9354 Місяць тому

    I love your style! These videos are so helpful . After watching your IKEA video I purchased the hutch with the brass handles so happy with it.

  • @mariawells8026
    @mariawells8026 Місяць тому

    Just found your channel and truly enjoyed it! How fun for you starting out in marriage and finding "treasures " to make a home! For me and hubby it's 50 years in June. Your clothes were terrific too. Merry and Blessed Christmas!

  • @moniquelafreniere7274
    @moniquelafreniere7274 Місяць тому +1

    Never seen such great Christmas decor in my ReStore or Value Village. Our prices in Canada are also higher than in US.

  • @mimib95
    @mimib95 Місяць тому

    Your Dad will be really happy about the tartan and plaid touches.

  • @mikebridges222
    @mikebridges222 Місяць тому

    The Corelle dishes with the green flowers were the set of dishes we got for our wedding, 50 years ago!!

  • @lindaroyal8161
    @lindaroyal8161 29 днів тому

    Your Habitat Store is very nice. The one in our town is a bit trashy and they have things priced as new when it's all been donated. I don't even go there anymore because of the changes. You found some really cute decor at yours, love the ornaments and the prices were great.

  • @eddiewindhorst223
    @eddiewindhorst223 3 дні тому

    I noticed the book on your shelf, “From These Roots” that was written by Jeff Deel. He is my son in law’s dad. How cool!

  • @NormaHunt-vj9is
    @NormaHunt-vj9is Місяць тому

    Wow ! You found so many good finds ,lots to choose from there for sure ❤everything looks beautiful

  • @carolyngrotaers4454
    @carolyngrotaers4454 Місяць тому

    You have purchased many beautiful pieces, Kristen. Thank you for sharing.

  • @juliem.3936
    @juliem.3936 Місяць тому +2

    You found some really nice items!

  • @karolhenderson8888
    @karolhenderson8888 Місяць тому

    I loved everything about this video And yes I would pick up those Easter dishes ... they won't be there when you need them in the spring

  • @th2032
    @th2032 Місяць тому

    Your channel is the first in my subscribed list I check for a new video. Makes my day when there is a new one ❤ It is my favourite thing to do to relax for myself. Thankyou and wishing you both a beautiful Christmas hosting in your first home.

  • @jessmirr597
    @jessmirr597 27 днів тому

    Ugh! I didn’t want this video to end ❤ You are the best!! Hope you have a Merry Christmas 🎄

  • @margareta.1505
    @margareta.1505 Місяць тому

    Great video. It looks like your Habitat Is really good. Some years ago we got a wooden 4 feet TV stand for $20. Your store had a lot of good holiday items

  • @jedilegoarts9882
    @jedilegoarts9882 Місяць тому

    Wish we had 'thrift' stores like this in UK. Great stuff.

  • @jenniferfraley1407
    @jenniferfraley1407 Місяць тому

    Loved those dishes for spring

  • @patriciareeps3389
    @patriciareeps3389 Місяць тому

    My restore has nothing like you showed. That was a beautiful store

  • @emguilbe
    @emguilbe Місяць тому

    This was definitely a bonus! It’s so much fun going to these places I thrifted a beautiful brass distinct kinda like a bowl It’s stunning and gorgeous sconces Oh wait 24k gold utensils My table scape looks amazing Christmas is magical! I love to see how or where you’ll place and host 😊 TFS

  • @marniemonfort7719
    @marniemonfort7719 Місяць тому

    Happy Holidays! Loved the shopping trip some great finds

  • @juliecollins5777
    @juliecollins5777 Місяць тому +1

    You always have such good luck thrifting I never find anything when I go 😩

  • @dennissem.5030
    @dennissem.5030 Місяць тому

    Hi. Hubbard house thrift store is a really good one as well

  • @Ariyah23468
    @Ariyah23468 25 днів тому

    Lalaaaa it is going to be a very jolly christmas merry christmas 2 you in ur family ❄️☃️

  • @shannoncaines1482
    @shannoncaines1482 Місяць тому

    Okay, Missy Miss.... now I'VE GOT TO GO THRIFTING TODAY!!! LOL!
    I just love this video.... Thanks for sharing it... I got some great ideas!

  • @vivienmcnaul109
    @vivienmcnaul109 Місяць тому

    Love thrifting. Bought holiday glasses and dessert plates

  • @denises9426
    @denises9426 Місяць тому

    I really loved this video Kristen thank you so much for sharing! I’ll be going to the thrift store this weekend with your video in mind. 🥰❤️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @michellemccormack9671
    @michellemccormack9671 Місяць тому

    Love those dishes for Easter … go back to get them!!!

  • @a.scottiedog2093
    @a.scottiedog2093 Місяць тому

    Wow! You got some great finds. You always seem to be so lucky on your treasure hunts. This was so fun shopping with you. I hope you and your family have a blessed Christmas! 💗💗🌲

  • @beverlymcsheffery8811
    @beverlymcsheffery8811 Місяць тому

    Awsome video, wish Canada had great thrift stores like this!❤

  • @EdnaBoil
    @EdnaBoil Місяць тому

    I really enjoyed the video Kristen! Thank you!

  • @Texasgirl10Growing
    @Texasgirl10Growing 26 днів тому

    You found some great things! Merry Christmas! 🎄❤️

  • @LalalalalaLauren75
    @LalalalalaLauren75 Місяць тому +2

    I wish my local thrift stores were that amazing. Mine are all picked through 😭

  • @jo-annethiel9032
    @jo-annethiel9032 29 днів тому

    Hi Kristen, are you going to make the what's new winter edition at Ikea? I really love the ikea videos. Thanks😊

  • @vanessaf823
    @vanessaf823 Місяць тому

    I love your style! You found so many great pieces! 😍

  • @tammymuren6378
    @tammymuren6378 Місяць тому

    That store is so amazing, wow! Such incredible stuff😍

  • @chanelyrodriguez2002
    @chanelyrodriguez2002 25 днів тому +2

    Do you take clients to decorate their homes remote? Kind of like havenly?

  • @Sunflower.7
    @Sunflower.7 Місяць тому

    Really loved this one❤

  • @clementinemeyniel-breguet6018
    @clementinemeyniel-breguet6018 Місяць тому

    I love what you picked up, well done !

  • @AllisonKroupa-tj5nj
    @AllisonKroupa-tj5nj 28 днів тому

    Great video. I remember my first Christmas married and we couldn't afford a tree or ornaments so we spent $20 and it was our gift to eachother. I don't understand how younger generations don't seem to have any family heirlooms or sentimental things, they go out and buy other peoples stuff!

    • @KristenMcGowan
      @KristenMcGowan  28 днів тому

      @@AllisonKroupa-tj5nj aw that’s sweet!! We moved from Canada so we haven’t been able to bring any special family ornaments with us just yet! Hopefully one day!

  • @FancyFace3015
    @FancyFace3015 Місяць тому

    You hit the thrifting jackpot at the ReStore
    I loved the Nutcracker Candle Sticks
    Happy Holidays ❤

  • @florencewatkins2508
    @florencewatkins2508 Місяць тому

    I love love thrifting videos. Happy holidays to your whole family 😘

  • @chrisraven4754
    @chrisraven4754 Місяць тому

    You really scored big with the thrift today. Some great finds.

  • @niecee2196
    @niecee2196 27 днів тому

    Get the Eadter dishes and that fp screen!!!