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Even though the season of holiday cocktails is behind us, the desire for something warm and comforting to drink during the cold is not. This is when National Hot Buttered Rum Day on January 17 will warm us to the bones. Keep reading to learn the history of this delicious drink, ways to celebrate this …

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Do you love to use stickers?  January 13 is the day to spread the word. It’s National Sticker Day. Brighten up a notebook or send a special message to a friend by using a fun sticker. Stickers aren’t just for kids, they’re for adults too! Celebrating this national day will make you feel like a …

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Do you have trouble getting your kids to eat vegetables? This turkey veggie tray will put an end to that! It so cute and inviting that your children will get their daily dose of vegetables in no time flat! This is the time of the year when the pounds get packed on with all the …

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Are you planning on having a Halloween party this year? This graveyard picket fence is the perfect way to display your favorite Halloween sweet treats. Halloween is the time for carving pumpkins into spooky jack o lanterns and making fun Halloween inspired food.  It is also time for decorating and this is one of my …

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April 15 is celebrated as McDonald’s Day. Today celebrates the day in 1955 when Ray Kroc started his fast-food chain, making it eventually become one of the most successful franchises in the food industry. April is a month full of national days devoted to all sorts of food. Check out the full list of April …

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April 12 is celebrated as National Licorice Day. While you won’t find this day on most calendars, those who love licorice in all forms will be delighted to celebrate this tasty food holiday. While we know of licorice in many forms – red licorice, licorice twists, and licorice allsorts, this national day was started to …

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April 17 is celebrated as National Cheese Ball Day. If this party appetizer is something you enjoy, read on for some fun facts and recipes to honor this tasty food holiday. One of the great things about cheese balls is that there are both savory and sweet versions of them. We have plenty of recipes …

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April 10 is celebrated as National Cinnamon Crescent Day. Keep reading to learn more about crescent rolls and fun ways to celebrate the national day. I’ve also compiled a list of crescent roll recipes for you. Why not bake up a batch of crescent rolls to honor this tasty national day? April is a month …

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If you like a rustic look in home decorations, these farmhouse Easter decor items might interest you. Easter is right around the corner and decorating for the holiday is a lot of fun. From Easter lilies to Easter eggs and other decorations, there is a reason for everyone to smile. Want to get more in …

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These adorable Bird’s Nest Cookies are ready in just minutes and are a no bake recipe that is perfect for both Easter and spring. The cookies are super easy to make and will delight your children and the young at heart. The taste is a crunchy mixture of chocolate, peanut butter and chow mein noodles with three …

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The fourth Thursday of February is celebrated each year as National Chili Day. This year, that day falls on February 27. Let’s learn some more about this tasty national day. Who doesn’t love bowl of spicy chili, simmering to the brim with chili peppers, meat and/or bean and a delicious blend of spices in a …

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This easy to make Valentine’s Day heart tree is an inexpensive but pretty way to dress up a mantle or side table. It uses branches from your yard and a few Dollar Store supplies and takes just minutes to put together. The finished tree is the perfect way to decorate for Valentine’s Day because hearts …

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December 16 is one of this month’s food holidays known as National Chocolate Covered Anything Day!  As far as I am concerned, a bit of chocolate can go a long way towards making dessert recipes taste fabulous. Cashews are a perfect match to go with chocolate, but so are many other things! For an extra special chocolate …

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This Christmas Ornament Door Hanger is made from reclaimed wood, chicken wire and some Dollar Store ornaments. It makes a nice change from the traditional Christmas wreath. My husband and I changed the front door to our home last year. Instead of a solid door, we now have an oval shaped glass panel in it. …

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Bring the joy of Christmas past to your home today with one of these amazing gingerbread house ideas. These designs will give you some inspiration for your tasty Christmas project. What a month this has been! Did you know that there are over 150 national days in December to celebrate? December 12 is one of …

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We all love to kiss under the mistletoe at Christmas. But have you ever wondered why we do this during the holidays? The history of mistletoe actually goes back centuries.  What a month this is going to be! Did you know that there are over 150 national days in December to celebrate? December 1st is …

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These printable Christmas gift tags are the perfect way to send just the right message to your gift recipients. Each of these holiday labels has a different Christmas message on it. One of these sayings will be just perfect for your friend or family member! Plus, they look beautiful on presents sitting under the Christmas …

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This DIY peppermint candle will add a festive looks and aroma to any table. You won’t believe how easy (and fun) this holiday decor project is to make! Grab a bag of peppermints and let’s get started on this fun Christmas project. The second Sunday in December is celebrated each year as Worldwide Candle Lighting …

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These adorable Turkey Cookie place card holders will do double duty at the Thanksgiving table by showing the kids where they should sit. Imagine how delighted to see their names poking out of one of these cute little guys? November 2 is National Cookie Monster’s Day. These cute turkey cookies are something that he would drool …

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This clay pot snowman project is an easy craft to do with kids. Using garden pots for crafts is a fun way to recycle left over items into an adorable terracotta Christmas project that will add a touch of holiday decor to any table. Since I love to garden, I always have a bunch of …

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These spider ice cubes are simple to make and so effective at setting a mood at your next adult Halloween party because spiders are a symbol of Halloween. There are all sorts of Halloween inspired cocktails out there but using bugs in ice cubes turn any drink into a scary concoction! You’ll have all of …

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How adorable is this Thanksgiving DIY cookie train? This delightful Thanksgiving centerpiece will delight both the youngsters and the young at heart. This Thanksgiving train will have your child “toot tooting” all through Thanksgiving day! The project is not only fun to make, it’s a great kids Thanksgiving dessert idea too. For other fun Thanksgiving …

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October 17 is National Pasta Day. Pasta is a classic comfort foods and can be prepared in many ways. The use of pasta dates back to 1154 in Sicily, Italy and remains popular to the present day. Not only is the 17th of October honored as National Pasta Day, but the entire month of October …

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