Like Racquel Bregg mentioned in her Holiday Cookie Ideas post, Elf on the Shelf is popular in homes across the globe! You’ve probably seen pictures of these little Elf friends everywhere, and if you’re like me, you’ve probably wondered where they came from. So here’s the story behind the Elf on the Shelf and some ideas […]
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Gold Leaf Craft: Stunning DIY Ornaments Tutorial
This is a step-by-step tutorial for DIY gold leaf ornaments! These make a great decorating statement, whether you place them in a bowl for the dinning room table or hang them on this years tree. As if your tree and home isn’t shiny and sparkly enough; these ornaments are classic yet modern. Let your creative […]
20 Scrumptious Holiday Cookie Ideas
Discover unexpected holiday cookie ideas that will wow your friends and family. From savory and spicy to sweet and tangy, these unconventional cookie recipes will take your holiday baking to the next level. I have made a collection of some of my favorite holiday cookies found on various blogs and I know they’ll become some […]
How To Start The Christmas Pickle Tradition
Have you heard of the Christmas pickle tradition? Many families have Christmas traditions that are unique to that family. The anticipation of these holiday traditions each Christmas season is half the fun. Whether it is as simple as trimming the tree together, choosing who gets to place the star/angle/Christmas hat each year, finding little elf […]
Candy Cane Ornaments: Quick, Cheap, and Easy DIY Gifts
Erika Wassall, the Jersey Farm Scribe here, with quick, cheap and easy candy cane Christmas ornaments. These would make fantastic gifts for teachers. I always like to keep a few extra Christmas ornament gifts on hand in case I realize I forgot someone! Candy cane Christmas ornaments are a popular choice for holiday decor because […]
How To Enjoy The Christmas Season
The day after Thanksgiving and let the Christmas holiday madness begin! Black Friday, Cyber Monday. Travel Tuesday, Whining Wednesday, Pull Your Hair Out Thursday. The list goes on and on and on… and for four more weeks! But fear not stressed out parents, I have seven unbelievably useful tips that will help you keep your […]
Simple DIY Photo Ornaments Tutorial
This is a fun, easy Christmas craft to do with your kids. They will love getting to make their own ornaments and it will be a fun keepsake to remember doing together each year when you hang them. These DIY photo ornaments are eco-friendly too because you can use wrapping paper and cardboard you have laying around […]