My favorite part of the holiday season isn’t the gifts, parties or hustle and bustle… it’s making priceless holiday memories with my kids. Sharing traditions from my own childhood and creating new ones together as a family is truly what the season is all about. To help get your started on making some family holiday memories of your very own, I'm sharing 50 free or cheap winter holiday activities … [Read more...]
Recycled Poinsettia Ornaments
Every Christmas season I love to have a craft session with my kids and this usually involves making someone ornaments for our tree. Last year, we made some paper straw trees, yarn balls and folded paper pinwheels- and this year these recycled poinsettia ornaments are our first on the list! They are made with just a few materials, mostly being made from recycling a toilet or paper towel roll. These … [Read more...]
Yarn Ball Ornaments
Christmas is almost here but there is still time to sneak in one or two quick DIY projects. I have oodles of yarn laying around (since I have a slight obsession with yarn crafts!) and was in love with some yarn ball ornaments I had hanging on my tree, and thought that maybe I could make some myself. I was shocked at how simple it was to make these Yarn Ball Ornaments and how absolutely adorable … [Read more...]
5 Simple Ways for Kids to Give this Holiday Season
To me, Christmastime and giving go hand-in-hand. While we should be charitable all year long, this time of year is the perfect time to start or to increase you donations. I know my children and family are so very blessed, but, of course, there are so many near us that are not. We, as parents, can use this time of year, to help to teach our children the importance of giving to those in need. It … [Read more...]
Easy Burlap Christmas Wreath
Need a new wreath for the holidays? Why not make a classic burlap wreath that can be dressed up easily to match any of your holiday decor! I actually have never made a bunched burlap wreath before and was surprised at how easy it was! With just a few supplies and some time, I has this easy burlap Christmas wreath ready and hanging on my door! This burlap wreath was pretty simple to make and … [Read more...]
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