Have you heard of the Elf on the Shelf Christmas tradition? If you haven’t and you have little ones in the house you have got to check it out. We welcomed our family’s elf to our house in 2008 and he is now a beloved tradition that fills the days before Christmas with excitement and some serious Christmas magic.
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With all of the holiday get together, parties, and family functions it is easy to run out of ideas for bringing a dish to pass. Delight kids and adults alike with these simple to make and super cute little snowman doughnuts. With just a few ingredients you can bring a tasty treat to your next party that will have everyone smiling.
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This super easy Christmas kids craft is a tradition in our home. Make some magical reindeer food to help Santa’s reindeer spot your house! Your kids will have as much fun making this as they will spreading it onto the lawn on Christmas Eve. With a few supplies you have a great activity for the season.
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My kids love their Christmas Jammies, and they also love candy canes. Those two things were the inspiration for these soft and comfy homemade pajamas. This year I tried my hand at making them myself instead of buying them. They love their one of a kind PJ sets, and I love to snuggle them anytime they wear them.
Having trouble thinking of something to give the ladies on you Christmas list? Give them some cozy slippers that are one of a kind? Take out the plain old leather tie and add in their favorite color to make slippers that are extra special. You can personalize these with their school colors, favorite sports team colors, or just something that fits their style.
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Handmade ornaments are a great way to commemorate each year at Christmas time. These special ornaments made using cookie cutters and family photos are as beautiful on the tree as they are fun to make. They make great gifts for family and friends or just a great yearly tradition to add to your families tree.
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A welcoming wreath at your front door is a great way to greet your guests all year round. During the holidays I love to make fun and festive wreaths to adorn our front door. Peppermint candies hold a special place in my heart and this little peppermint wreath is the perfect Holiday wreath for our home.
Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer is is a very big deal in our house. It is our family’s absolute favorite holiday classic to enjoy this time of the year. I made some simply adorable appliqued shirts for the kids to show their reindeer love all season long! Paired with some soft flannel pajama pants they make great holiday pajamas.
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I love decorating for the holidays. All of the magic and excitement of the season hit you like the smell of freshly brewed cider when you walk into a festively decorated home. I wanted a sign that I could keep up all winter long that shared our love of horses in a subtle and charming way. I came up with this hand painted vintage looking sleigh ride sign that I adore.
What to do with those adorable Christmas stockings if you don’t have a fireplace or mantel? I used a charming, rusty antique ladder and some embellished shower curtain hangers to hang our stockings for Santa this year. A little glitter, some Christmas stockings, and some chippy old wood are the perfect combination for a Country Christmas.
