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Make these autumn leaf cookies to bring the color of leaves and the feel of fall to your Thanksgiving holiday table. Pumpkin spice creamer gives this Thanksgiving cookie recipe a very seasonal flavor. For another fun Thanksgiving dessert idea, check out these pilgrim hat cookies and candy corn turkey cupcakes. They are also a delight …

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These fall and Halloween wreath ideas will capture the spirit of the season in a spooky and fun way. From burlap wreaths covered with bats to a colorful Halloween mesh wreath made with a black kitty cat center, there’s an idea everyone will love! The days are getting cooler and the leaves are falling. I …

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When the warm weather has arrived, my thoughts turn to eating outdoors and nothing is more relaxing than a picnic. April 23 is celebrated each year as National Picnic Day. It is the perfect day to enjoy the fresh air with some good food and good friends. Whether you want to go to the effort …

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Do you ever wonder what are national days? This guide to these special days is your go-to page for all the cool facts about zany, fun and food national days. Are you aware that every day of the year has many national days associated with it? Here at Always the Holidays, we love to celebrate …

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Easter is a fun time for both kids and grownups. Join in the Easter fun at your house with these DIY projects, home decorating ideas and yummy recipes. It is one of the few holidays early in the year that rivals the popularity of Christmas, Halloween and Thanksgiving. There are so many items that are …

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Dr. Seuss Day (also known as Read Across America Day) is held annually on March 2. If the day falls on a weekend, this national day is celebrated in the school system on the nearest school day. Most of us remember the Dr. Seuss books from our childhood. Who can forget such fun characters as …

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These Valentine’s Day kiss cookies are the perfect way to say “I love you!” This sweet heart peppermint cookie recipe has a sugar cookie base that is topped with a peppermint candy kiss. They not only look great but taste amazing too.  What better way to celebrate someone that you love by baking cookies made with …

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As Valentine’s Day gets closer, I thought it would be fun to show some of my favorite quick and easy Valentine cupcake decorations. Cooking for Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite things to do. Decorating cupcakes is such a fun way to say “I love you” to your friends and family. And when the sweet …

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These delicious Thanksgiving recipes are the ultimate way to give thanks to your family and friends! Planning the ultimate Thanksgiving dinner just got easier with the help of these delicious recipe ideas. A great way to show gratitude for the people your life is by cooking for them. And we’re convinced, some of the best recipes are …

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This St. Patrick’s Day Printable uses an old Irish blessing and turns it into a fun holiday decor item. When my daughter was little, I used to decorate for national days and for all of the holidays throughout the year. I no longer do this other than at the end of the year, but the …

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This Valentine’s Day wall hanging is inspired by my favorite Valentine’s Day candy – Conversation Hearts. I made two versions of it. One version has the names of my family members and the other has some Conversation Heart inspired sayings. This wall hanging makes the perfect holiday decoration because of its use of colors. Red, …

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Valentine’s Day is almost upon us. For many that means candy treats, home made Valentine’s Day desserts and gift giving. If you give gifts on Valentine’s Day this easy DIY Valentines Day gift tag will add a decorative touch to your packages. You could even write a romantic quote or a little love note to …

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These Valentine’s Day heart shaped sugar cookies are the perfect way to treat your special love on this special day. They are the perfect way to celebrate with your gal pals on Galentine’s Day, too. These heart shaped sugar cookies have two colors of dough and are easy to make. Just use a smaller cookie …

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Have you ever wondered about the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday? Both the United States and Canada celebrate Thanksgiving but the traditions are rooted in very different origins. This post is about the Canadian Thanksgiving holiday, but if you want to learn more about the history of the United States Thanksgiving, check out this post on the …

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