This Magic Reindeer Food Recipe is so much fun to make. All kids (and grownups) will love to sprinkle the reindeer snack in their yard to guide the reindeer and Santa’s sleigh to their home on Christmas Eve. Many households make cookies for Santa Claus to leave out on Christmas Eve, but what about his…
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DIY Bottle Cap Snowmen Ornaments
One of my favorite things to do in the holiday season, when my daughter was little, was to make Christmas crafts and let her take part in the process. These little DIY bottle cap snowmen ornaments are very easy to make and the kids will really enjoy helping you put them together. I love making home…
Christmas Ornament Door Hanger – Decorate your Front Door in Style for the Holidays
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.…
Christmas Gift Wrap Ideas and Tips for the Perfect Present
For the ultimate in Holiday gift wrapping, look no further than these 23 creative Christmas gift wrap ideas. From recycled paper to using items from your garden, these ideas will add a special touch to your presents this year. I love wrapping Christmas gifts almost as much as I do receiving them! I find it…
Christmas Quotes and Graphics
The holidays are such a lot of fun. Everyone seems to be in the festive mood and fun. Christmas quotes and graphics are really great way to share the holidays with loved ones. Christmas printables and graphic are a great idea to use as holiday greeting cards, inserts in gift baskets and for using in Christmas crafts. Enjoy…
Easy DIY Alphabet Block Christmas Tree
Imagine how cute this Christmas Tree would be in an nursery or child’s playroom? The alphabet block Christmas tree uses child’s toys, building blocks and some small holiday odds and ends. One of my favorite types of DIY projects are those that recycle old items into something new and decorative for the home. See my…
14 Amazing Gingerbread House Ideas – Decorating Tips for Gingerbread Houses
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. Did you know that December 12 in National Gingerbread house Day? What better way to celebrate that to make a house for the Holidays. (For…
The History of Mistletoe – The Kissing Plant
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. December 1st is National Mistletoe Day. Since the plant is a symbol of Christmas and, for many, the Christmas season starts on this day, lets find out…
Printable Christmas Gift Tags – Holiday Labels with Messages
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 will be just perfect for your friend or family member. I can’t believe how quickly Christmas is heading our way this year. It…
DIY Peppermint Candle – Easy Holiday Decor Project
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.. T’was the night before Christmas, when all though the house, we had candles with…
Clay Pot Snowman – Easy Terracotta Christmas Project
Gingerbread House Tutorial
Did you know that December 12 is National Gingerbread House Day? Making Gingerbread houses has always been one of my favorite Christmas memories. My daughter and I would make one each year and it was always one of the highlights of the Christmas season. There are almost 2000 National Days in the year. This is…
Pretzel Recipes to Celebrate National Pretzel Day
Holiday Mailboxes – Decorating your Mailbox for the Holidays
These holiday mailboxes show that Christmas decorations are not just for indoors. Decorating your mailbox for the holidays is fun, inexpensive and a great way to add holiday curb appeal. Decorations outdoors on the lawn and around the garden really brighten up a front yard and greet your guests in a festive way. Your mailbox…
Christmas Labels – Print out These Christmas Gift Tags
Do you need some last minute Christmas labels? Why pay retail price for Christmas tags when it is so easy to make your own? These Christmas gift tags will look perfect on your holiday presents and you can just print them out right on your printer at home! Hand made Christmas gift tags show the recipient…
The Incredible Christmas Place – Pigeon Forge Christmas Shop
If Christmas is your favorite holiday, then a visit to The Incredible Christmas Place in Pigeon Forge. Tennessee is a must-see. This amazing Christmas shop celebrates Christmas every day of the year! Join me in a virtual tour of The Incredible Christmas Place. My husband and I toured the Christmas Shop as a part of…
Meringue Cookie for the Holidays – Christmas Snow Flower Cookies
The recipe for these delicate Christmas snow flower cookies use red and green gum drops for their centers. With its light as air texture, this meringue cookie is perfect for the holidays. Perfect for your cookie swap: Christmas Snow flower Cookies A meringue cookie is made with mainly egg whites and this makes it a naturally low…
White Chocolate Desserts – Celebrate National White Chocolate Day
Pretty much everything out there has a national day and new things come along each year. September 22 is officially recognized as white chocolate day. And what better way to celebrate this day with one of these White Chocolate Desserts? White chocolate is different from it’s darker counterpart since it does not have cocoa solids…
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Cork Christmas Star – Rustic Holiday Decor
Christmas Tree Cupcakes
These sweet little Christmas Tree Cupcakes are so festive looking and have a healthy surprise lurking under that rich green frosting! They will be the hit of your Christmas dessert table, for sure! It’s never too early to think about Christmas. Even though today is only October 18, it is National Chocolate Cupcake Day. Perfect…
DIY Christmas Centerpiece
One of my favorite types of crafts to do are those that re-use, recycle or re-make crafts that I have already finished. Doing this saves me money, saves me time and gives me a great “I helped to save the planet” feeling. This DIY Christmas centerpiece is one of those projects. Do you love Christmas…
Peppermint Bark Recipe with Holiday Shapes
Peppermint bark is one of those desserts that just seems to spell Christmas. The delicious combination of white and dark chocolate come together in layers and is topped with crushed peppermint sticks. What is not to like about that? I love using peppermints in food recipes and craft projects this time of the year. (See…
Wooden Elf Doorway Sign – Elves on Duty!
This reclaimed Wooden Elf Doorway Sign adds a touch of whimsical holiday glee to my front door entry. The project is super easy to do and the kids will be overjoyed each time they walk though the door, thinking of Christmas. Is Christmas decorating your thing? Check out my recent post featuring the Incredible Christmas Place.…
Santa Claus Wall Hanging – DIY Reclaimed Wood Santa Decoration
Recycling old items into new holiday decor is one of the fun parts of the holidays for me. See my alphabet block Christmas tree for another fun example of turning old items into new treasures.This Santa Claus Wall Hanging is fun to make and would look great on your wall or entry. The reclaimed wood Santa…
Paintbrush Christmas Ornaments
Nothing is more satisfying for me than using ordinary household items and a few inexpensive craft supplies to created fun and whimsical Christmas decorations. This trio of Paintbrush Christmas Ornaments all started out their lives as a simple Dollar Store paintbrush! Recycling old items into new holiday decor is one of the fun parts of…