Black Friday Shopping Sunday Morning Coffee

Black Friday is officially here, and it’s one of my favorite days to start (and finish!) my Christmas shopping.

With so many deals popping up on Amazon, it’s the perfect time to grab those big-ticket items, cozy home finds, or stocking stuffers you’ve had your eye on, all without leaving your couch. I am so glad you are here for Sunday Morning Coffee. I have so much to share, including our fabulous Friendsgiving dinner.

Season 5 Volume 44

A collage featuring a house exterior, a decorated kitchen, Christmas ornaments, the text "Sunday Morning Coffee," and a dining table set for a meal.

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A woman in a black dress and a man in a light-colored blazer stand smiling together in front of a decorated fireplace with garlands and red bows in an elegant room. — We love a Christmas wedding!

How to Shop the Best Amazon Black Friday Deals for Christmas

A cozy dining area with pink glasses and plates set on a wooden table. White sofas in the background, decorated with pink pillows and floral wreaths on the windows.

The key to shopping smart during Amazon Black Friday is to plan.

Create a list of the people you’re shopping for and the categories you need, such as kitchen favorites, home decor, tech gadgets, or crafts. Start here with all of the deals we are featuring.

Then, use the “Today’s Deals” section on Amazon to filter by category. You can even click “Watch This Deal” to get notified when your favorites go live!

I decorated our family room with faux table top trees, bright colored Christmas balls, and a table set for Christmas morning breakfast.

Here are some great Black Friday deals:

Beige and taupe area rug featuring an intricate, symmetrical floral and medallion pattern with a decorative border. — Loloi Magnolia Home Taupe/Wheat Area Rug

A black Ninja dual-zone air fryer with digital display showing 400°F and 360°F, control buttons, and two pull-out cooking drawers. — Ninja Foodi 8 Quart 6-in-1 DualZone 2-Basket Air Fryer

A Ninja espresso and coffee machine with a milk frother, featuring various coffee drinks including espresso, iced coffee, cappuccino, black coffee, and tea in different cups. — Ninja Luxe Café Pro Series, Espresso Machine

A digital photo frame displays a child in a pink outfit sliding down; a smartphone shows the same photo on its screen below. Text reads "AURA Carver Mat 10''. — Aura Digital Picture Frame – 10.1″ HD Mat Display

A pink and rose gold hair straightener shown from the front and side, featuring control buttons and a power cord at the base. — Dyson Airstrait™ Straightener

Pair of tan suede platform boots with thick, textured soles and soft, fur-lined interiors displayed on a white background. — Project Cloud 100% Genuine Leather Ankle Boots

A cordless upright vacuum cleaner with a clear dustbin and a handle, positioned at a slight angle against a white background. — Tineco Floor ONE S5 Smart Cordless Wet Dry Vacuum

Two pink Stanley tumblers with lids and straws are placed side by side on a light pink surface against a light pink background. — STANLEY Quencher H2.0 Tumbler

A rose gold Garmin smartwatch with a round face and pink silicone band, displaying the time and three activity icons on its digital screen. — Garmin Venu 3S

I love browsing early-morning flash sales and checking back throughout the day, as new deals are constantly being added. If you’re an Amazon Prime member, don’t forget that you get early access to select offers, plus free, fast shipping (a lifesaver during the holiday rush!).

Balsam Hill Flocked Christmas Tree Decor

This weekend is the best time to stock up, save big, and check everyone off your list, all while staying cozy at home with a cup of coffee in hand. Check out these deals:

A hand holds a remote control in front of a decorated Christmas tree with lights, surrounded by wrapped gifts in a living room with a fireplace and wreath. — 6FT Prelit Slim Fraser Grande Christmas Tree

Two green candles shaped like pine trees, with one pair packaged in a brown cardboard box and another pair standing outside the box. — Creative Co-Op Unscented Tree Shaped Taper Candles

Three metallic hanging bells of varying sizes, each suspended by a thick knotted rope against a plain white background. — Deco 79 Cow Bells

A Cricut cutting machine with an assortment of vinyl sheets, cutting mats, tools, and a tablet displaying Cricut design software. — Cricut Maker 4

A digital sleep device with a soft purple light and 6:45 displayed, next to a smartphone showing a sleep schedule app. — Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine

Person wearing a black puffer vest over a black long-sleeve top with a cutout, holding a stainless steel water bottle. — Oversized Puffer Vest

My Latest Project

A calendar titled "A Handmade Christmas: 16 Weeks of Christmas Crafts" showcases DIY craft photos for the first 12 weeks, with the last 4 weeks labeled "coming soon"—perfect inspiration as you prep for Black Friday holiday crafting. — Click here for all “A Handmade Christmas” crafts

This year, I launched a new craft series titled ‘A Handmade Christmas.’

Five ceramic house-shaped ornaments labeled with different family names and surrounded by green and gold Christmas ornaments and miniature trees on a light wood surface. — Week eight

Way back in September (which feels like a year ago!), I started a weekly craft series featuring excellent homemade Christmas crafts.

Two handcrafted napkin rings rest on a wooden surface; one is white with the name "LESLIE" stamped on it, the other is green with an ornate, floral pattern. — Week three

I really pushed myself to create some unique crafts, and I can honestly say, I love every one of them.

Apparently, you do too!

White line art of a holiday wreath with ornaments is drawn on a glass door, revealing a dining area with wooden chairs and a window view of trees outside. — Week eleven

You have all been incredibly supportive of this project, and my Window Wreath Templates project was my most popular Instagram and blog post ever.

Would you believe I received over one-half million views on my Instagram reel? It’s been crazy and so much fun. I’m at a loss for words to express the joy I feel when you like my crafts and want to partake in them.

Now is the perfect time to start your holiday crafting, so tap on this link to get started!

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Box of DRAOFUL dual tip acrylic paint markers with six white markers arranged beside the packaging, which features an illustration of an eagle—perfect for creating stunning window art.

Droaful White Acrylic Paint Pens Markers

A 10 lb (4.5 kg) package of Amaco Air Dry Clay with a red label, stating "Easy to Use" and "Made in USA.

Air Dry Modeling Clay

A box of fabric heart ornaments with Christmas patterns, placed on straw with red and gold baubles, surrounded by festive pine and bell decorations.

DIY Heart Shaped Christmas Ornament Embroidery Kit

Illustration of small potted Christmas trees decorated with colorful ornaments, set against a white background with subtle oyster shell patterns and scattered holly leaves.

Festive Holidays (Green), 16-Count Napkins

Fifteen bottles of FolkArt metallic acrylic paint in various colors are arranged in three rows against a white background.

Folkart Color Acrylic Paint Set, 2 oz, 18 Metallics

A set of six embroidery hoops with gold and white snowflake designs, embroidery threads, needles, instructions, and additional accessories arranged below the hoops.

6 Sets Christmas Embroidery kit for Beginners Adults

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My Biggest NOT Challenge This Week

A wooden dining table set with gold-rimmed plates, patterned napkins, clear glasses, wine glasses, and fall-themed floral centerpieces.

Please don’t laugh, but I couldn’t think of anything. I was struggling with this week. Instead, I am sharing one of my favorite annual events we host every November.

One of my favorite traditions is hosting our annual Friendsgiving with our dinner club. We’ve been gathering together for years, and it’s one of those nights that constantly fills our home and our hearts with laughter, warmth, and a lot of incredible food.

We hosted it last Sunday night.

This year’s Friendsgiving felt extra special. Maybe it was the golden glow of the candles, the sound of everyone talking at once, or just the feeling of comfort that comes from being surrounded by people who have shared so many memories.

A Cozy Setup for Ten

A dining room with a wooden table set for a meal, surrounded by mismatched chairs, yellow floral centerpieces, large windows, and a chandelier overhead.

With twelve of us coming for dinner, we decided to do something a little different. We moved two of our outdoor dining tables into the family room and pushed them together to create one large square dining table.

It turned out to be the perfect size; everyone could see each other, and it instantly felt more connected and intimate than a long, narrow table.

A wooden dining table set for a meal with gold-rimmed plates, patterned napkins, glassware, and a centerpiece of autumn leaves.

I set the table using all of my gold and yellow dinnerware, and the effect was stunning. The warm tones reflected beautifully in the candlelight, and the whole table glowed with that cozy, fall-inspired feeling I love.

I added textured linens, simple glassware, and just a touch of greenery down the center for a natural look. It was simple but elegant, precisely the kind of setting that lets the food and conversation shine.

A rustic wooden table set with glassware, decanters, tall white candles, and autumn-themed floral centerpieces with yellow and orange leaves.

Instead of traditional place cards, I decided to try something new. I used my Niimbot printer to create printed ribbons with each guest’s name. I tied them around the napkins, and they turned out even better than I imagined!

Everyone loved the idea, and I think I’ll do it again for future gatherings. It added such a personal touch without feeling too formal.

A NIIMBOT label maker sits on a light wood surface, dispensing a label with the text "CAT-5" printed on it.

Nine cream-colored satin ribbon samples labeled with different shades are laid out on a light wood surface. Each ribbon has a name written on it in black ink.

A NIIMBOT label maker with a power button, a roll of label tape, a tape cartridge, and two printed sample labels reading "Do not touch" and "Tieguanyin tea" are shown. — NIIMBOT N1 Label Maker with Tape

A satin label tape cartridge and a roll of cream-colored label tape, printed with "NIIMBOT N1 Satin Label" in black text. — Satin Ribbon Set for NIIMBOT

A blue label tape dispenser and a green roll of label tape marked “NIMBOT N1 Satin Label” with yellow text are shown against a white background. — Satin Ribbon Set, Only for N1 Label Maker

The Joy of a Potluck Feast

Our Friendsgiving dinners have always been potluck-style, which makes hosting so much easier, and honestly, so much more fun. Each couple brings a dish or two, and over the years, we’ve developed our own “signature” recipes that everyone looks forward to.

I smoked the turkey, and I have to say, this was the best turkey ever! Why? Because we used our Meater thermometer, which not only lets you track the temperature but also tells you what time the turkey will be done (while it’s cooking)! Plus, it tells you when to take it out and how long to let it rest. And it’s on sale for Black Friday.

The kitchen smelled amazing as dishes arrived: appetizers, stuffing, sweet potatoes,mashed potatoes, and, of course, a few incredible desserts. There was laughter as everyone squeezed around the kitchen island, filling plates and pouring wine. It’s that beautiful chaos that makes Friendsgiving feel so genuine, the overlapping conversations, the clinking of serving spoons, the stories that start mid-bite.

A Night to Remember

As the night went on, I looked around the table and couldn’t help but smile. Every seat was filled, every glass was full, and the room was buzzing with warmth and joy. We’ve all shared so many milestones, weddings, new homes, grandbabies, and big birthdays — and each year, Friendsgiving feels like a chance to pause and celebrate them all.

When I think about what made this Friendsgiving so meaningful, it wasn’t just the food or the pretty table (though I’ll admit, I loved how it turned out!). It was the togetherness, that rare and wonderful feeling of being surrounded by people who genuinely know and love you.

As we said our goodbyes and started stacking dishes, someone said, “Same time next year?” and everyone laughed and nodded. Of course, we will. It wouldn’t be fall without it.

Autumn Yellow Eucalyptus

A stack of seven white ceramic plates with thin gold rims is arranged neatly against a plain background, reminiscent of elegant table settings adorned with Mercury Glass Ornaments.

White with Gold Rim Dinner Plates, Set of 6

Wallace Antique Baroque 65pc, Silver, Service for 12

Folded white cloth napkins featuring gold decorative patterns and striped borders are arranged in an overlapping manner on a white background, reminiscent of elegant table settings with Mercury Glass Ornaments.

Trellis 100% Cotton Set of 6 Table Napkins for Dining Table

Six amber-tinted wine glasses with long stems are arranged in two rows against a white background.

Amber Wine Glasses

4 Pack Amber Highball Beverage Glasses

Four round, beige braided placemats are arranged overlapping each other on a white background.

Ivory Round Braided Edge Placemats, Set of 6

Seagrass Rattan Cage Salad Bowl | Large

A stack of gold-colored round plates with a beaded rim design.

13″ Gold Charger Plates Set of 12

Finish my Christmas shopping by finding the best Black Friday deals.
Wrap all of the gifts I have already purchased.
Begin baking for our Christmas party. First up – sugar cookies and Cranberry Orange muffins.

Here are my SIX favorite finds this week! Black Friday is here and below are my favorite Black Friday Deals happening right now. Click a Category to Shop My Curated Lists of Favorite Deals:

2025 Black Friday Deals by lsaeta

And what a week it was!

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