Tree needles in glass jar. Baking trays of fir tree needles sit behind jar on table.

How I Clean Pine Needles for Products

Giving a behind-the-scenes look at how I clean and prepare pine and fir needles for products I sell in my Etsy shop. This post may contain affiliate links.  Making a purchase through one of these links helps support this blog. One of the things I wanted to do with my…

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What to Do with a Simmer Pot

If you’ve hopped on the simmer pot trend - or purchased a kit from my Etsy shop - this post explains what to do with a simmer pot and how to make your own fragrance blends. This post may contain affiliate links.  Making a purchase through one of these links…

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Welcome to Holoka Home

Hello, everyone!  First, allow me to wish you a Happy 2024!  I kind of like the sound of that - 2024.  Numerologically speaking, I read that 2024 is an "8" year, meaning we'll play on our strengths and maybe go through a bit of a growth spurt.  It's a year…

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Living La Vida Holoka is Changing

Hello, friends!  So some big news...I am rebranding and changing the intention behind this website.  It's been a long journey with Living La Vida Holoka.  And while I've had my fair share of fun, my passion has dwindled over the past few years. You know how Albert Einstein said, "insanity…

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Flat lay photo of Christmas Fruit Salad Wreath on wood slice with bowl of fruit dip in center of wreath.

Christmas Fruit Salad Wreath

This Christmas Fruit Salad Wreath is a light and healthy addition to the holiday table made with kiwi, pineapple, clementines, blueberries, and pomegranate. This post may contain affiliate links.  Making a purchase through one of these links helps support this blog. It's officially winter and the Christmas holiday is just…

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Flat lay photo of Tomato Prosciutto Puff Pastry Candy Canes on serving dish. Pine cones and fresh rosemary sit around the plate.

Tomato Prosciutto Puff Pastry Candy Canes

This Tomato Prosciutto Puff Pastry Candy Canes recipe turns puff pastry into a delicious holiday appetizer filled with sundried tomato pesto, mozzarella, and prosciutto. This post may contain affiliate links.  Making a purchase through one of these links helps support this blog. Puff pastry has totally had a moment this…

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