Every year in November, my family gets together to have two big Christmas discussions. Firstly (and most importantly), what are we going to eat? Secondly, how are we decorating? If you're having similar thoughts as the holiday season approaches, it's the second question I'm hoping to help you answer today. Deciding on Christmas decorations usually starts with a color scheme. … [Read more...] about 21 Christmas Color Schemes to Try This Year
Easy Two Ingredient Baking Soda Dough Christmas Ornaments
Every year as December approaches, we see rows and rows of new Christmas ornaments on shelves enticing us to spend. Yes, they are adorable, but if you’re looking to save money and avoid boxes of overflowing ornaments you only bring out once a year, I have the solution. If you ever made homemade ornaments as a kid, you’ve probably used some version of salt or baking soda … [Read more...] about Easy Two Ingredient Baking Soda Dough Christmas Ornaments
8 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like Christmas
There are many joys at Christmas time—family, sharing meals, giving gifts. While these are undeniably important, I look forward to a slightly more niece joy as December approaches: Christmas scents. That’s probably because my childhood holidays were dominated by the smells of star anise and cloves simmering away on the stove in preparation for Christmas dinner. It’s a … [Read more...] about 8 Easy Ways to Make Your Home Smell Like Christmas
How To Make Hot Chocolate Spoons – The Perfect Christmas Gift
I don’t want to brag, but I’m considered a pretty good gift-giver. I like to add that extra personal touch to Christmas gifts that make them stand out. But, I am also acutely aware that there is precious little free time during the holiday season to make every gift by hand with hours of personal thought and consideration toward the giftee. Luckily, I have the solution that … [Read more...] about How To Make Hot Chocolate Spoons – The Perfect Christmas Gift