National Giving Day (aka Giving Tuesday or Good Deeds Day) is coming right up! This whole Thanksgiving and Christmas season is the perfect time to remember how much we have to be thankful for and think of ways to give back. Teaching our children to think of others and try to help others is a […]
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Mechanic Christmas Ornament Tutorial (With Metal Washers)
Erika Wassall, the Jersey Farm Scribe here with an easy, handmade metal washers Christmas ornament that’s a great kid project and makes a great gift for Dad or any men on your list! If you are looking for manly ornaments or just a clever ornaments, this mechanic Christmas ornament fits the bill. I have received […]
Must-Have Elf on the Shelf Accessories
This year, we started a new Christmas Tradition in our house- Elf on The Shelf! We have really been enjoying this extra bit of anticipation putting us even more in the Christmas spirit. Now I want to share with you some elf on the shelf accessories and a Kohl’s gift card giveaway. This post is […]
The Best Holiday Family Movies
The best holiday movies? Tough question. Ask 10 people, get 10 different answers. So how about instead I just throw at you 10 favorites that always bring a smile, a laugh, a tear, and some good cheer at the Youngblood house. Here you go – ten of the best holiday family movies in no particular […]
A Lovely Stovetop Potpourri Recipe For The Holiday Season
One of my favorite parts of the holiday season is how amazing the house always smells – the fresh Christmas tree, the baking holiday cookies and treats, cinnamon scented pine cones, and more. Another favorite scent in our house comes from fresh, homemade stovetop potpourri. Made with ingredients like fresh cranberries, oranges, and cinnamon sticks, […]
15 Cute Pinterest Christmas Crafts
I am pretty new to Pinterest but I am finding it to be surprisingly fun! I just started a Christmas Crafts Pinterest Board and I have found so many many great Christmas craft ideas on Pinterest. It is great having so many new craft options at my finger tips! I have made a collection of my very […]
The Elf On The Shelf Kit- Introducing A New Tradition
As part of our Christmas tradition, the kids have always written a letter to Santa Claus telling him what they have been doing well and sharing their wish lists. Well, this year we introduced a new tradition with the Christmas Elf On The Shelf Kit. I am so excited to share it with you. I’ll […]