Every year, my family hangs up Christmas stockings as early as possible, waiting in excitement for them to be filled. The shape of the stocking itself has become a Christmas symbol, which is strange considering it would just be the shape of a regular sock at any other time of year. But that won't stop me from making sock-shaped cookies this December. This interesting … [Read more...] about Why Do We Hang Christmas Stockings?
5 Places You Wouldn’t Normally Think of To Get Great Wrapping Paper
Wrapping paper is kind of a big deal in my house. I have to have at least one plaid, one red-based print and one green-based print. Bonus points for Christmas wrapping paper that gives me the vintage nostalgia feels. I know I’m not the only one out there who takes Christmas wrapping paper seriously. Take a stroll through Target and Walmart each year, and you’ll see that … [Read more...] about 5 Places You Wouldn’t Normally Think of To Get Great Wrapping Paper
Host a Gift Wrap Party & Start a New Holiday Tradition
It's always a relief to check off that last gift from your shopping list. But now that the shopping is done, it's time to wrap everything you've bought. Even if you enjoy wrapping presents, it can be a big, time-consuming job. Why not turn it into a fun afternoon with friends? That's a Wrap! Hosting a Gift-Wrapping Party Before we dive in, I have a confession to … [Read more...] about Host a Gift Wrap Party & Start a New Holiday Tradition
6 Costco Hacks to Save Big During the Holidays
The holiday season is coming, and so are the bills! With gifts to buy and parties to plan, holiday spending can add up fast. Luckily, there are smart ways to save at Costco that many shoppers don’t know about. Whether you’re shopping for gifts, stocking the pantry, or preparing for holiday travel, a few savvy moves at Costco can stretch your dollars much further. … [Read more...] about 6 Costco Hacks to Save Big During the Holidays
25 No-Spend Christmas Activities to Help You Stick to Your Holiday Budget
The cost of Christmas can be overwhelming. From the gifts to the decor to the seasonal food, it feels like you’re swiping your card every other minute. If your holiday budget is strained but you still want to have a wonderful Christmas season, we have some no-spend Christmas activities for you. Not everyone will be able to do all of these no-spend Christmas activities. Some … [Read more...] about 25 No-Spend Christmas Activities to Help You Stick to Your Holiday Budget