The holiday season is typically so busy that it is easy to get overwhelmed with responsibilities and holiday plans. We all need to take a few minutes to breathe and prepare so we can enjoy the season instead of just surviving. This is a great year to make new traditions and create memories during the…
Do you love fresh cranberry juice but hate paying full price in the store? This is the perfect season to buy fresh cranberries and make your own juice. Just boil the berries, strain the juice, and process in the canner for about 15 minutes. This is a great option that lets you control the amount…
It’s the season of giving and people everywhere want to show how much they care. Every time you turn around there is another really good organization, cause or emergency that needs you to donate money, toys or items for someone in need. How do you go through the holiday season without breaking your budget, maxing…
Are you looking for a super simple Christmas ornament you can make in 15 minutes? If you know how to crochet a simple chain, then you can. make these Christmas trees with no effort. I turned out a handful of ornaments in less than an hour while the family was watching a Christmas movie. Just…
Are you excited to count down the days till Christmas with your kids? Or maybe you want to count down the days yourself each morning as you drink your hot cocoa, tea or coffee? Print and cut this countdown Advent style mug so you can look forward to each new morning and celebrate the holiday…
Merry Christmas friends and family! Do you have your Christmas Tree up and decorated? We want to see how it looks! Take a few minutes to enjoy the Annual OnlineTour of Christmas Trees. So whether your tree looks more like the Charlie Brown Tree, an evergreen in your front yard or a traditional tree in…
Have you started planning your Christmas list yet? I love planning and shopping early so that by the time December rolls around, I don’t have to stress about late deliveries or fight the crowds. But what should I give everyone on my list this year? I’ve got some gift ideas that everyone needs this holiday…
Last week I had a couple of apples and oranges that were past their prime and were no longer good to eat. Instead of throwing them out, I decided to slice and dehydrate them to add to a simple simmer pot potpourri. Now my home can smell warm and cozy each day of the holiday…
This year the Christmas season may look a little different for some folks. But there are still family traditions that can be reworked and tweaked so that we can all make memories that will last a lifetime and beyond. Why not plan a movie night at home with a new holiday movie like Buttons: A…