I can't believe it's already December! What the heck! I'm frantically trying to finish my advent calendars and also...big shout out to Jojo Siwa for causing me a lot of extra stress every holiday season! (wouldn't have it any other way :) my kids love it!) NEW PODCAST EPISODE WITH RACHEL - www.patreon.com/c/SweetAndSaltySisters Podcast channel - www.youtube.com/@relaxwithcolleenanderik7764 Instagram - instagram.com/colleen/ TikTok - www.tiktok.com/@colleen Main Channel - ua-cam.com/users/psychosoprano my PO BOX - Colleen Ballinger PO Box 55995 Sherman Oaks, CA 91413 Stuff I like From Amazon - tinyurl.com/e4e3x669 *I make a small commission from Amazon if you use this link. It doesn’t cost you extra but if you would rather use this link to see products and then purchase them somewhere else, that’s cool too! This is just the easiest way for me to link everything in one place.* Colleen Ballinger is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive, positive space online and bullying will not be tolerated. Thank you!
First off, HAIRSPRAY! Secondly, absolutely love the advent calendar for the in-laws. It is so thoughtful and creative! It definitely brought me some joy ☺️
Hey Colleen I love your videos, I love how chaotic they are they feel realer than some other peoples vlogs, I’ve been watching you and Rachel for years love you x
TTQ: Are you going to have each one of your kids shop for each other? They are all so incredibly selfless and always think of each other. I just know their gifts for each other would be so thoughtful!
I’m so jealous of the rock Christmas tree it looks like it comes from one of the extraordinary over priced London department stores with a price nearing a mortgage!
you are such a genuinely sweet and generous person. you are constantly thinking of others. I think we all wish that everyone could be more like you🙏🏼 thank you for always spreading so much joy during the holiday season despite how stressed you may be😅♥️ love you girl
If you ever feel like you aren't doing enough as a Mom or parent, PLEASE watch this video back. The amount of time you put into doing these advent calendars for others is amazing. I'm a Mom of an 11 year old and 8 year old and I feel like I'm failing miserably in crafting and cooking with my kids after watching you! HA! No shade at all...I just gotta step up my game. :)
This is so random but i’m going to see Wicked in 4dx! You convinced me to see it haha, I’m so excited (i’ve never seen wicked) btw I definitely don’t mind the extra tortilla talk!
TTQ- Hi Colleen!❤ l was rewatching one of your old vlogs and you were talking about how if you weren't touring, your dream job would be teaching a kids choir with Erik! Since you aren't touring are you planning on doing that? love you queen
TTQ: when u were talking about the acorn you painted chipping did you sand it down before painting it? sanding the surface of something can help the paint adhere to the object better also putting a protective on it can help too! love ya💗
TTQ what musical would you want to be in reality? And what musical characters would you want to be? Your neighbours? I watch your videos every day. Love you.💝
I know you probably already sent out the advent calendar but, for the acorn you can add modge podge or whatever that is called to keep the paint from peeling. Merry Christmas!!!
I love how you include us, your viewers , by including us in the advent calendars , is a great example of why I feel like we are friends, I mean I know we don’t know each other but in my head we are , I think you know what I mean , ? Love you❤
TTQ: I'm going to SoCal for Christmas. If I am going rockhounding and beachcombing, what supplies should I buy? What are your necessities for going to the beach? I bought the mesh bags that you guys use. Is there anything else?
One of my favorite core memories was when I was little and my siblings and I mostly my younger brother and I would go to Malibu Beach in the winter time during low tide and just like we loved investigating the tadpoles and then they’re in the spring we go to Malibu Creek And catch tadpoles and salamanders and stuff
TTQ: this might be a silly question, but how did Erik's parents get their "grandparent names?" like are they their actual names? a twist of their names? Just a curious silly question
TTQ: What’s a holiday food you love but never make? My grandma makes sweet potatoes with applesauce that I love to eat cold. As much as I love it, I’ve never tried making it.
Idk if anyone else has said this but what you need for that Santa acorn is varnish, I don't know what type of paint you used but there's lots of types of varnish available for paints out there and also mod podge works as a varnish then you won't have to worry about the paint chipping!
**** I FREAKING LOVE THE BRAIN YOU HAVE. THE SHOE ORGANIZER FOR ADVENT IS BRILLANT AND I INSTANTLY RAN TO AMAZON! I make them for my kids but this year the items are too big for a cup size, it still wont work for every day but they will love this!
TTQ question: I know you said your mother in law also collects rocks and I know she’s on the east coast. Is she able to be find pretty ones like you?? Haha I’m on the MA/RI border and never find any good ones :(
TTQ: totally not trying to be mean. Do you ever think that the reason you are so stressed and overwhelmed is because you create a ton of (lovely) yet unnecessary tasks for yourself?! No one would be able to do what you do and not be overwhelmed girl!
TTQ: random question, but have you ever had dreams from Miranda's pov or with her as a side character in them? My husband and I were talking about whether actors have dreams as the characters they play or not and it made me think of you! ❤ya!!
I think my favorite thing about you Colleen is your passion for crafting. I have that too and I’m so inspired by how creative you are. I am so going to make my parents a Christmas ornament advent calendar next year! This year I’m so proud of myself because I crocheted every single person that I want to gift to this year something. I love looking at all your new creations in your Vlogs… Keep being you!
Tortilla talk question Do you plan on organizing and planning ahead of time for Christmas next year prepared more earlier?? LUV U 💚💚🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻💚🎄🎅🏻💚🎅🏻🎅🏻💚❤️🎄🎄❤️❤️❤️❤️🎅🏻💚❤️🎄🎄🎄🎄🎅🏻❤️🎄🎄❤️🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻❤️🎁🎁🎁❤️🎅🏻💚💚💚💚🎅🏻❤️❤️❤️
TTQ: would your MIL ever consider selling the amazing custom stockings she makes like an Etsy shop or something? I’m obsessed and trying to make my own for my first daughter I’m currently pregnant with and those are my inspo 😂
Put decoupage on the acorn the seal the paint. Your creativity once again is mindblowing. I would love to receive gift like those from my non-existent grandchildren (LOL). But you, Colleen, obviously came up with the ideas & designs and I'm stunned at how creative you are, and your ability to follow through with an idea. Those ornaments are so special.
Wow I’ve never been this early to a vlog. Hope you’re doing well Colleen! TTQ: what’re your fave movie musicals? I caught that hairspray reference 👀 that’s one of my faves!
Ahh we did elf on the shelf when my kids were younger. I quickly resented that I did it. But now my kids are at the age where they don't believe anymore and christmas just isn't the same since that happened. Although I was thrilled to not have to worry about what I was doing with "Hermie" every night. The worst is when your in bed and realize you forgot.
0:38- was it from Hairspray? Also, I love the homemade ornament idea- you really do go above and beyond with the craft gifts. the rock ornaments are so gorgeous!!
I can’t believe Christmas is only a few weeks away!! Love the ornaments they are so cute!! Glad you finding rocks again!! TT: did you wash the poo water off your clothes ????
TTQ? : What are the main supplies you used in making the pocket holder designs of the Sea theme Advent calendar? Maybe fabric glue gun for the numbers? Was there any sewing? You are so creative!! The upcycling and individualization of simple, easy to procure items is fuel for my imagination 💕💕
TTQ: I love to craft and I have ADHD. Whenever I see you do a project with rhinestones, it makes me want to do a project myself. It seems so satisfying and soothing. 😊 Is there a kit or pack you’d recommend for a beginner?
A thought that could help your advent fun next year: What if you tried only making a countdown to the 12 days of Christmas rather than all month. Might relieve some stress and allow you time to really go in.
Advent came so fast this year because of Thanksgiving being so late this year. We started our Advent show yesterday and I felt like I did not have any break since Thanksgiving....LOL
TTQ: How does Flynn learn about sea creatures? Does he read about them? Have shows he likes about them? My daughter loves the ocean and I want to help her learn as much as she can My husband is in the Space Force and we are stationed in Colorado at the moment, but we might be moving to Santa Maria California or to Florida next summer and I'd love to help her before we go ❤ You are such an amazing mom and your videos have gotten me through some of the worst moments of my life. Thank you for being you❤
I’m Scandinavian so I follow a few people from there on UA-cam. Anyways it’s traditional to have little mushrooms out that are made from acorns. They then stick the tiny painted mushrooms in a plant pot. Super cute. The people I follow said that the acorn top takes the paint but the actual nut does not It has like oils in it…… anyways all of them make little mushrooms out of an acorn top and a clay stem since the paint chips off. You could probably do that with a Santa face
TTQ; You and Eric spoke about the possibility of adopting in the future, is this something you both are still considering or is three the final amount?
Won't you know whats in your own advent calendar? Can you say control freak? 😂 Please dont take that badly. It's meant as funny. Just go get one for yourself so you can be surprised or have your "honey do" pick some items out?
TTQ: i saw wicked for the VERY first time friday and MY SOUL LEFT AND CAME BACK!!!! i’d never heard the soundtrack/seen the musical nor read the book, so i went in completely blind. I SOBBED SO. SO. SO. HARD. not really a TTQ, but i HAD to share this experience with you!!! i’m forever obsessed with wicked now. (and that 🎶welcome to the weekenddd oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh-oh-oh🎶 was from hairspray!!!)
TTQ: I’m from Northern California and want to visit Santa Barbara next year in the spring for my baby moon. What would you recommend for things to do, and places to see like the beach? Thank you!
I can't believe it's already December! What the heck! I'm frantically trying to finish my advent calendars and also...big shout out to Jojo Siwa for causing me a lot of extra stress every holiday season! (wouldn't have it any other way :) my kids love it!)
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Colleen- I was born 5/5/55 and weighed 5lbs, 5oz. LOVED hearing you talk to Rachel about the number 5!! 💜
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Those ornaments for the grandparents are so cute!!! I love that you sent that to them. I know they love them so much!
same, what a great idea
They are going to absolutely LOVE them! Such a great idea!
First off, HAIRSPRAY! Secondly, absolutely love the advent calendar for the in-laws. It is so thoughtful and creative! It definitely brought me some joy ☺️
Hey Colleen I love your videos, I love how chaotic they are they feel realer than some other peoples vlogs, I’ve been watching you and Rachel for years love you x
Elf on the Shelf is taking a break this Christmas. Instead, this year we have Elphaba on the Shelfaba 😂💚
Colleeeeen! Why do you not have a cricut?! You are a crafting queen! I feel like you need one
Okay but this would’ve saved her life as Miranda ! She would’ve been even more unstoppable with props 😂
TTQ: Are you going to have each one of your kids shop for each other? They are all so incredibly selfless and always think of each other. I just know their gifts for each other would be so thoughtful!
Colleen you are soooo talented, your ideas for crafts and literally anything are absolutely genius.
You can seal he santa acorn with mod podge or any kind of sealer. The ornaments are all so adorable!
Or if Colleen is saying it…. “Modge podge” 😂❤
Love the advent calendars for the kids! What a great idea!
TTQ: Have you considered having a segment on your vlog for crafting? I think it should be called “CRAFTING WITH COLLEEN”
I’m so jealous of the rock Christmas tree it looks like it comes from one of the extraordinary over priced London department stores with a price nearing a mortgage!
you are such a genuinely sweet and generous person. you are constantly thinking of others. I think we all wish that everyone could be more like you🙏🏼 thank you for always spreading so much joy during the holiday season despite how stressed you may be😅♥️
love you girl
If you ever feel like you aren't doing enough as a Mom or parent, PLEASE watch this video back. The amount of time you put into doing these advent calendars for others is amazing. I'm a Mom of an 11 year old and 8 year old and I feel like I'm failing miserably in crafting and cooking with my kids after watching you! HA! No shade at all...I just gotta step up my game. :)
This is so random but i’m going to see Wicked in 4dx! You convinced me to see it haha, I’m so excited (i’ve never seen wicked) btw I definitely don’t mind the extra tortilla talk!
TTQ- Hi Colleen!❤ l was rewatching one of your old vlogs and you were talking about how if you weren't touring, your dream job would be teaching a kids choir with Erik! Since you aren't touring are you planning on doing that? love you queen
12:09 love the way you talk about the elf, 😂 perfect if my kids hear it, but still has me laughing and definitely know the late night stress!😂
TTQ: is there anything you're looking forward to about next year
Colleen that advent calendar you made for your in-laws…WOW! I would die of happiness getting that. Well done!
TTQ: when u were talking about the acorn you painted chipping did you sand it down before painting it? sanding the surface of something can help the paint adhere to the object better also putting a protective on it can help too! love ya💗
TTQ what musical would you want to be in reality? And what musical characters would you want to be? Your neighbours? I watch your videos every day. Love you.💝
Spray the acorn with fixative or a clear acrylic coating!! I love the ornaments
I know you probably already sent out the advent calendar but, for the acorn you can add modge podge or whatever that is called to keep the paint from peeling. Merry Christmas!!!
TTQ: what is the backstory behind your in-laws names for the kids? Love your vlogs
Colleennnn in the vlog titled “our toilet exploded” at time 8:07 Maisy’s smile looked SO MUCH like Wesley’s and it’s absolutely adorable🥰🥰🥰
HAPPY DECEMBER colleen! 🎄🎄❤️❤️💚💚💚🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻🎁🎄❤️❤️🎄🎄❤️❤️🎄🎅🏻🎅🏻🎁🎁🎁💋💋💚💚💚💚💚💚
I love how you include us, your viewers , by including us in the advent calendars , is a great example of why I feel like we are friends, I mean I know we don’t know each other but in my head we are , I think you know what I mean , ? Love you❤
You should have Abbiee do your family pictures on the beach or at Christmas!
TTQ: I'm going to SoCal for Christmas. If I am going rockhounding and beachcombing, what supplies should I buy? What are your necessities for going to the beach? I bought the mesh bags that you guys use. Is there anything else?
One of my favorite core memories was when I was little and my siblings and I mostly my younger brother and I would go to Malibu Beach in the winter time during low tide and just like we loved investigating the tadpoles and then they’re in the spring we go to Malibu Creek And catch tadpoles and salamanders and stuff
TTQ: do you and erik have more differences than similarities?
TTQ: how’s Erik handling the Christmas decor, I remember some years ago on the podcast he hated the glitter and the whole season haha
Letting your mom borrow those sparkly pretty boots on a sandy, wet and muddy beach proves you are kind person!!! Haha
I REALLY enjoyed seeing these ornaments! I'm no where near related to your family, yet I would've had SO much fun opening all these through December 😂
Omg if i was their grandma and pa I'd be crying every day, opening advent of the sweet home made things, so stinking sweet x
I'd love to see a video of Colleen showing us her favorite rocks from her entire rock collection
TTQ: How is your dermatillomania? I’m curious how you’re doing with that!
TTQ: this might be a silly question, but how did Erik's parents get their "grandparent names?" like are they their actual names? a twist of their names? Just a curious silly question
Hey Colleen, I’m a huge fan! I’ve been watching your content for a while now! Keep up the work
TTQ: whats your favorite thing to do with erik
Only you can get stressed over elf on the shelf😂😂
You could use clear nail polish on the acorn to help keep the pain from chipping 😊
The advent for Eric’s parents is such a great idea! You’re so creative.
You are so creative Colleen ❤❤❤❤
The kids and you made a very thoughtful advent calendar 6:04
Can't you paint some kind of sealer over top the acorn?
Does either side of your family have any “weird” holiday traditions? Maybe a dish that you don’t think anyone else’s family makes?
I love the homemade ornaments such a sweet thing to do for family!
Grampa Yoda. Turn it off, you must.
TTQ: What’s a holiday food you love but never make? My grandma makes sweet potatoes with applesauce that I love to eat cold. As much as I love it, I’ve never tried making it.
TTQ: What did the kids ask for from Santa this year?
Idk if anyone else has said this but what you need for that Santa acorn is varnish, I don't know what type of paint you used but there's lots of types of varnish available for paints out there and also mod podge works as a varnish then you won't have to worry about the paint chipping!
TTQ: what’s your top three favourite moments from 2024
**** I FREAKING LOVE THE BRAIN YOU HAVE. THE SHOE ORGANIZER FOR ADVENT IS BRILLANT AND I INSTANTLY RAN TO AMAZON! I make them for my kids but this year the items are too big for a cup size, it still wont work for every day but they will love this!
TTQ question: I know you said your mother in law also collects rocks and I know she’s on the east coast. Is she able to be find pretty ones like you?? Haha I’m on the MA/RI border and never find any good ones :(
TTQ: totally not trying to be mean. Do you ever think that the reason you are so stressed and overwhelmed is because you create a ton of (lovely) yet unnecessary tasks for yourself?! No one would be able to do what you do and not be overwhelmed girl!
You’re stressing ME out trying to make advent calendars!!!
TTQ: Did the cast of haters Back Off know you could actually sing, or did they think you only sounded like Miranda?
Merry Christmas!
TTQ: Do the kids have any cousins on Erik's side the family?
TTQ: would you and erik ever travel together around europe?
TTQ: random question, but have you ever had dreams from Miranda's pov or with her as a side character in them? My husband and I were talking about whether actors have dreams as the characters they play or not and it made me think of you! ❤ya!!
The advent calendars are awesome!!!❤
I think my favorite thing about you Colleen is your passion for crafting. I have that too and I’m so inspired by how creative you are. I am so going to make my parents a Christmas ornament advent calendar next year! This year I’m so proud of myself because I crocheted every single person that I want to gift to this year something. I love looking at all your new creations in your Vlogs… Keep being you!
It's too late now, BUT..if you make anymore of those acorn ornaments, you can use clear nail polish to protect it😊
Put clear polish on the acorn
TTQ: Please tell us all about your experience in South Korea! What was it like? 🩷
Tortilla talk question Do you plan on organizing and planning ahead of time for Christmas next year prepared more earlier?? LUV U 💚💚🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻💚🎄🎅🏻💚🎅🏻🎅🏻💚❤️🎄🎄❤️❤️❤️❤️🎅🏻💚❤️🎄🎄🎄🎄🎅🏻❤️🎄🎄❤️🎅🏻🎅🏻🎅🏻❤️🎁🎁🎁❤️🎅🏻💚💚💚💚🎅🏻❤️❤️❤️
TTQ: would your MIL ever consider selling the amazing custom stockings she makes like an Etsy shop or something? I’m obsessed and trying to make my own for my first daughter I’m currently pregnant with and those are my inspo 😂
Put decoupage on the acorn the seal the paint.
Your creativity once again is mindblowing. I would love to receive gift like those from my non-existent grandchildren (LOL). But you, Colleen, obviously came up with the ideas & designs and I'm stunned at how creative you are, and your ability to follow through with an idea. Those ornaments are so special.
Wow I’ve never been this early to a vlog. Hope you’re doing well Colleen! TTQ: what’re your fave movie musicals? I caught that hairspray reference 👀 that’s one of my faves!
Ahh we did elf on the shelf when my kids were younger. I quickly resented that I did it. But now my kids are at the age where they don't believe anymore and christmas just isn't the same since that happened. Although I was thrilled to not have to worry about what I was doing with "Hermie" every night. The worst is when your in bed and realize you forgot.
0:38- was it from Hairspray? Also, I love the homemade ornament idea- you really do go above and beyond with the craft gifts. the rock ornaments are so gorgeous!!
I can’t believe Christmas is only a few weeks away!! Love the ornaments they are so cute!! Glad you finding rocks again!! TT: did you wash the poo water off your clothes ????
TTQ? : What are the main supplies you used in making the pocket holder designs of the Sea theme Advent calendar? Maybe fabric glue gun for the numbers? Was there any sewing? You are so creative!! The upcycling and individualization of simple, easy to procure items is fuel for my imagination 💕💕
Happy Holidays to you and your family Colleen.
TTQ: I love to craft and I have ADHD. Whenever I see you do a project with rhinestones, it makes me want to do a project myself. It seems so satisfying and soothing. 😊 Is there a kit or pack you’d recommend for a beginner?
TTQ: most memorable moment with each of your siblings.
TTQ what is the most unexpected thing you've learned about yourself this year
Hii 🫶🏻 you could spray the santa acorn with hairspray after painting it to prevent the paint from chipping ☺️
Where can I watch sweet and salty sisters?
Ttq: any updates about the brain scan? love you and hope you’re doing good❤️
YAY NEW VLOG!
TTQ: What do your kids want for Christmas? Love you so much, been watching for 10 years!!
A thought that could help your advent fun next year: What if you tried only making a countdown to the 12 days of Christmas rather than all month. Might relieve some stress and allow you time to really go in.
Advent came so fast this year because of Thanksgiving being so late this year. We started our Advent show yesterday and I felt like I did not have any break since Thanksgiving....LOL
Do your kids play any sports or have any interest in playing sports?
P.S. I love your channel
TTQ: How does Flynn learn about sea creatures? Does he read about them? Have shows he likes about them?
My daughter loves the ocean and I want to help her learn as much as she can
My husband is in the Space Force and we are stationed in Colorado at the moment, but we might be moving to Santa Maria California or to Florida next summer and I'd love to help her before we go ❤
You are such an amazing mom and your videos have gotten me through some of the worst moments of my life. Thank you for being you❤
Okay that Christmas tree out of rocks is SO CUTE!!
I’m Scandinavian so I follow a few people from there on UA-cam. Anyways it’s traditional to have little mushrooms out that are made from acorns. They then stick the tiny painted mushrooms in a plant pot. Super cute. The people I follow said that the acorn top takes the paint but the actual nut does not It has like oils in it…… anyways all of them make little mushrooms out of an acorn top and a clay stem since the paint chips off. You could probably do that with a Santa face
For the acorn decoration, you could maybe try a spray-on gloss coating over the paint? Just and idea
Colleen don't forget to add the advent items to the boy's calendars.
hiii. omg its been so long i've seen you 😅 Its been years that i follow you. Even on Vine ❤❤❤❤ Greetings from Switzerland
TTQ; You and Eric spoke about the possibility of adopting in the future, is this something you both are still considering or is three the final amount?
Won't you know whats in your own advent calendar? Can you say control freak? 😂 Please dont take that badly. It's meant as funny. Just go get one for yourself so you can be surprised or have your "honey do" pick some items out?
Hairspray!!! ❤
I got an advent FAIL from Temu this year! Should I tiktok it?!?
TTQ: i saw wicked for the VERY first time friday and MY SOUL LEFT AND CAME BACK!!!! i’d never heard the soundtrack/seen the musical nor read the book, so i went in completely blind. I SOBBED SO. SO. SO. HARD. not really a TTQ, but i HAD to share this experience with you!!! i’m forever obsessed with wicked now. (and that 🎶welcome to the weekenddd oh-oh-oh-oh-ohhh-oh-oh🎶 was from hairspray!!!)
HAIRSPRAY. Nice one :)
You can get spray on sealer to seal the paint on your acorn Santa. The hardware store or even Michael’s should have it. 🙂🐈⬛🐈💖🌈🎄
Question what do you use to glue the rocks together ? Mine always come apart
TTQ: I’m from Northern California and want to visit Santa Barbara next year in the spring for my baby moon. What would you recommend for things to do, and places to see like the beach? Thank you!
Yesterday was my birthday!!! Happy Monday!!!