A little peek at the cozy oasis we created in our Portland studio apartment.

Things are getting cozy over here! I'm in the midst of a big apartment makeover, and I've spent the past couple days setting up this little reading corner in my tiny studio apartment.

Last week, my little (definitely not so little anymore!) sister Skye celebrated her 22nd birthday! This year, she asked me to throw her a garden tea party for her special day, complete with tea, a lemon raspberry cake, and an assortment of desserts from her favorite French bakery.

Today I’m sharing my favorite natural and sustainable holiday decor ideas with you. These materials come from nature and are biodegradable, affordable, and easy to use. When you’re done, you can compost them instead of putting them away in storage for next year, which will save you valuable space in your home.

If you’re willing to get creative and rearrange some furniture, you can create a cute little reading nook in your home—no matter how small your space or budget.