

hi friend! i'm so happy you're here!
Welcome to Krystle Marie Blog!
I'm so excited to welcome you to my charming cottage nook of inspiration. This year has been all about flourishing- embracing new beginnings, creating heartfelt spaces, and sharing simple joys.
From my dream role as the 2025 Brand Ambassador for Cottages & Bungalows to creative DIYs, seasonal home stylings, and yummy recipes, I can't wait to share more of this journey with you as I am also launching a new series in collaboration with Decor Steals, "Cottage Style, the Krystle Way" bringing you a new curated home decor collection each month, right here on my blog.
Grab a cup of something warm, get comfy, and let's continue to make this year unforgettable- together. Cheers!
xo, Krystle Marie
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I'm Your 2025 Brand Ambassador for Cottages & Bungalows Magazine
View Cottages & Bungalows WebsiteI am beyond honored to be the 2025 Brand Ambassador for Cottages & Bungalows! This opportunity is a dream come true, and I can't wait to share more cozy cottage inspo with you. My Instagram takeovers, A Cottage Life with Krystle, will begin on Fridays in January 2025, where I will be sharing tips & projects for creating that perfect cottage feel in your home. Follow Cottages & Bungalows & me here friend! Cheers to a cozy adventure in 2025! xo, Krystle
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Cozy Country Cottage Finds | Spring '25
See my favorites here...I've curated a cozy new spring collection just for you friend, enjoy!
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Come see what's new on LTK!
See more...Come follow me on LTK to find new links to home decor, fashion finds, my favorite beauty products, books I'm reading & more!
Welcome to: Krystle Marie Blog
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A Cottage Easter: Sweet Simplicity and Spring Charm
Read more...There's something so special about Easter that always brings me back to the little things... fresh blooms, soft linens, and moments gathered around the table with the ones we love.
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Simple St. Patrick's Day Tablescape
Read more...Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a table full of lush greenery, vintage touches and a hint of springtime charm!
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Cozy Cottage Cabbge-Ware Spring Decor
Read more...Cozy up your cottage kitchen early for spring with cabbge-ware. I'm sharing my top tips for how to make your home feel fresh for the season friend.
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A Cozy Country Cottage Fountain for Our Front Porch
Read more...There's something so magical about the soft trickle of a fountain- it instantly brings a sense of calm and charm, like a hidden garden in a storybook. I recently found the perfect one for our front porch, and I couldn't love it more.
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Styling a Romantic Cottage Valentine's Day Tablescape
Read more...Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to infuse your dining space with a touch of romance and charm. a cozy cottage-inspired tablescape brings warmth, elegance, and intimacy to the celebration...
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A Last-Minute New Year's Eve Tablescape
Read more here...Sometimes, the best moments come from the simple things. This New Year's Eve, I had a change of plans but decided to make the most it with a cozy..
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Choosing a Word for the Year: Why I Chose “Flourishing” for 2025
Read more...As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us take time to reflect, set intentions, and embrace fresh beginnings. One of my favorite ways to approach a new year is by choosing a word to guide my mindset and actions. It’s a simple, powerful practice anchor my goals and aspirations
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New Cozy Cottage Home Decor Finds: Tabletop Mora Clock & Trellis Planter
Read more...One thing about me- I'm always going to find new cozy home decor to share with you. I have a love for collecting clocks & anything having to do with gardening- so these two new finds were perfect & I knew you would enjoy them too
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A Cozy End of Spring, Welcome to Summer Cottage Home Tour
Read more...I haven't sat down to write a new blog post in quite some time & I just want to start by saying... it feels so good to be writing again. If you follow me on Instagram, you may have heard in my stories that I'm writing a home decor book- YAY! Which is such a blessing. I don't have a release date yet but as soon as I do, you will be the first to know friend.
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Decorating Our Home for Spring with a Cozy Cottage Garden Style
Read more...I'm all about using elements from nature to decorate our home & with spring right around the corner & a few new finds... I decided it was the perfect time to add a few touches of spring.
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Evergreen Elegance: Tips for Decorating with Christmas Tree Clippings
Read more...The holiday season brings with it the enchanting aroma of fresh evergreen, and what better way to infuse your home with that festive spirit than by incorporating Christmas tree clippings into your decor? I'm sharing my favorite tips and tricks to make the most of these natural wonders, ensuring they stay vibrant and aromatic throughout the holiday season.
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Handmade Cozy Cottage Christmas Wreath
Read more...There's nothing I love more than supporting a small business- there is so much love that goes into crafting each piece. And I truly feel like you can feel that love when you use that piece to decorate your home- it adds a unique touch that something bought from the store just cannot compete with. I will always chose handmade over store bought, any day.
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Country Cottage Fall Mantel & Ruggable Rug
Read more...There's something so special about fall... the warmth & coziness after a busy summer are always so comforting.
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Cozy Country Cottage Fall Front Porch
Read more...I love neutrals but there's just something about the bold colors of fall that are just so cozy & such a necessity for me each season. While I keep the inside of our home based on warm tones of orange, cream, brown & greens... I like to keep our front porch a true welcoming focal point as you're walking into our home.
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Small Kitchen Island for a Quaint Galley Kitchen
Read more...I've always wanted an island in our kitchen. I dream of a wooden antique island one day in our forever home- but I'm all about making your home cozy for the season you're in. It was tricky finding something narrow enough for this space to still be functional.
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Outdoor Fireplace in our Veranda: Cozy Cottage Living
Read more...We have been working on this space for a year now & it's not quite done yet but it is getting there. Originally here where our veranda is- was just grass... we had the concrete poured & then Garrett & his friend, Dave, built it together. It was definitely a labor of love but is a space that we enjoy daily around here.
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Antiquing on eBay: Country Cottage Style
Read more...It's no secret how much I love antiquing. I have my favorite local antique shops I frequent, when we are out of town/country on vacation- I HAVE to find at least one antique shop. I also love finding antiques on Facebook Marketplace- but recently, I have fell in love with antiquing on eBay.
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DIY Ghost in a Cloche: Pottery Barn Dupe
Read more...I'm so excited to get a head start this year on sharing my favorite fall & Halloween home décor + DIYs with you. I'm love spooky season & I love decorating for it even more. A while back, Pottery Barn offered this idea of a, "ghost in a cloche" & I fell in LOVE with it & wanted to recreate something similar to share with you. Plus, who doesn't love a good spooky DIY?! I'll keep this blog post short & sweet so you can get to crafting, friend.
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Moody Cottage Kitchen Cabinets
Read more...A few months ago, I decided I wanted to paint our all white kitchen cabinets. While the all white is beautiful, I wanted a change that was a bit more moody & gave off more of a European cottage vibe. I decided to paint the top kitchen cabinets Bedford by Fusion Mineral. I absolutely loved it but I kept the bottom cabinets white & I was ready for something a bit more my style.
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Happy Memorial Day from Nickels Creek
Read more...My blog posts are all about décor inspiration for you home & I hope this blog post brings some inspo to your hearts if you're looking for patriotic ways to decorate. But, instead of writing a long blog post... I'm going to use the rest of this blog post to share with you my favorite quotes to remember on Memorial Day.
Cottage Style, the Krystle Way with Decor Steals
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Charming Spring Cottage Finds - the Krystle Way with Decor Steals
Read more...There's something about spring that stirs up the sweetest urge to refresh and breathe new life into the spaces we love most. This season feels even more special, as I'm so excited to share that this post kicks off a brand new series collaboration with Decor Steals: "Cottage Style, the Krystle Way".
Krystle's Favorite Recipes
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Krystle's Mexican Chicken Chili
Read more...A cozy twist on an easy family dinner, especially during the cold winter months.
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Straight from the Box: Spruced Up Spice Cake for Fall
Read more...I'm not the best baker in the world but I do love baking- so when I can still enjoy baking but can cut a few corners & it still turns out delicious... that's a win in my book. All I bought was: spice cake mix, cream cheese frosting, brown sugar & caramel syrup.
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Crockpot Swedish Meatballs
Read more...This is one of my nephew's favorite dishes I make- it's super simple & an easy weekday recipe to make before you head out to work or if you have a busy day running errands. I hope you enjoy one of our favorite comfort food dishes. Happy cooking friend!
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Snickerdoodle Toffee Cake Mix
Read more...This recipe is another favorite here in our house this holiday season! It's another super easy baking recipe- which if you know me... you know I'm not the world's best baker so I try to keep it all as simple as possible. ;) Happy baking friends!
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2 Ingredient Christmas Cookies
Read more...Simple Christmas cookies are my favorite- & can you seriously get any easier than 2 ingredients? Well, technically- three but the third one is optional. ;)
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Flavored Whipped Butter: Charcuterie & Hostess Gift Ideas
Read more...For Thanksgiving, I wanted to do something a little fun with our charcuterie board. I decided to bake some homemade bread & several different flavored homemade whipped butters. This was a super easy "homemade DIY" - it only took me about 30 minutes total from start to finish. I made: garlic parmesan whipped butter, cranberry honey whipped butter & cinnamon honey whipped butter.
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Krystle's Cozy Chili Recipe
Read more...I have always been a chili lover, especially during the cold months. I actually entered a chili contest a looong time ago when we were stationed at MCAS Cherry Point... unfortunately, my chili didn't win but I got so so so many compliments on it. I've slowly changed things up over the years & I'm at a point, right now, where I'm LOVING all of the little tweaks I did here & there to my recipe. It does have a slight kick to it- but it's not too overpowering. You can cook this in 30-45 minutes on the stove. Happy cooking friend!
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Crockpot Balsamic Chicken w/ Potatoes & Green Beans
Get the recipe...Crockpot recipes are my go to recipes! They are typically pretty simple & make dinner time such a breeze, especially during the busy weekdays. Not to mention, crockpot meals are such cozy meals to serve during the fall & winter months. My balsamic chicken recipe is such an easy one & it's a pretty healthy dinner as well. I love using fresh veggies as much as possible with my cooking. Now... the moment you've been waiting so patiently for...
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3 Bean Salad
Get the recipe...I'm so excited to finally be typing out some of my favorite recipes to share with you! I absolutely love cooking for those that I love & since I can't actually cook for you- the next best thing is sharing my recipes with you! I am not a professional cook, by any means! I'm just sharing a little of what I love to help bring a little extra cozy to your family time dinner meals.
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Crockpot Honey & Brown Sugar Carrots
Get the recipe...This is such a simple & cozy fall side dish recipe. The family loved it! And it was ready in no time at all. We paired it with BBQ grilled porkchops & collards but it makes the great side dish to chicken & rice, steak & potatoes & so much more!
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