These Gingerbread House tips will make sure that your next project will be a stunner. From using muffin tins for supplies to choosing the right icing, these steps will make the task of making gingerbread houses quick and easy. The taste of gingerbread desserts just seem to go along with Christmas in my mind. Check…
This snowman wall hanging is a rustic Christmas decoration that is made from an old kitchen door frame. It is super easy to make and looks great hanging on the shutters at our front door entry. I have a huge collection of both snowmen and Santa Claus Christmas decorations. Our family room really gets into…
This boxwood Christmas wreath makes a nice change from the traditional fir wreath often seen this time of the year. it’s easy to make and you can use items from your own yard. We got our Christmas tree the other day, and I always buy my wreath from the same vendor at the Farmer’s market…
The sight of a Christmas cactus blooming is one of the joys of the season, for me. This holiday cactus plant is sold with buds on them each year, but how do you get this plant to bloom every year? A Christmas cactus is the perfect seasonal plant to have in bloom this time of…
This DIY candy cane vase makes an easy holiday decor project that is as much fun to put together as it is to display. All you need are some candy canes and a few inexpensive supplies. Grab some peppermint sticks and let’s make a new Christmas decoration. This DIY Candy Cane vase is easy and quick…
A Christmas wreath is a popular way to decorate your entry for the holiday season. Christmas Wreaths are also used on mantles and in other areas of the home and garden such as garden gates. Nothing quite sets the mood for your party guests like a front door decorated with a Christmas Wreath. Decorate Your…
Entertaining this time of the year is so much fun. I love to celebrate with our friends and family during the holidays. Everyone is always in such a good mood, and it gives me a chance to try out new recipes and decorating ideas. Setting up a pretty festive table does not have to be…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SutterHomeForTheHolidays #CollectiveBias The following content is intended for readers who are 21 or older. It’s time to make a Burlap Wine Bottle Bag! This Burlap Wine Bottle Bag is an inexpensive way to dress up a bottle of wine…
This adorable Santa paint brush ornament is so whimsical and cute. It is very simpe to make and inexpensive and will delight the young and young at heart. The step by step directions below will let you make this Santa Claus paintbrush decoration quickly and easily I have to admit, I am enjoying being a kid this…
Yes, folks, it is getting to that time of the year. This is the time when my mind goes into overdrive trying to come up with ideas for fun craft decor items to make for the Christmas holiday. My latest creation is this Grinch Paintbrush Ornament. I have always loved the movie The Grinch Stole…
This coffee lovers gift basket is the perfect personalized Christmas gift to show someone special how much you love them. And they are very easy to make by following my tips. Deck the halls with lots of baskets…gift baskets that is! I just love to come up with all kinds of gift baskets to treat…
Decorate your front door country style with this ice skates door swag. We changed our front door this summer, and now have an oval glass panel on the front entry. The shape means that I no longer use round wreaths for it and swags have become my go-to door decoration. This project for a festive…
Are you a fan of watching Xmas movies over the holidays with family? These are 10 of the Best Family Christmas Movies that we watch in our home year after year. For a long as I can remember, one of my favorite parts of the holiday season is watching all of the Christmas Classics on…
Two seasonal plants that I love are cyclamens and Christmas cactus. Both of these make fabulous indoor plants and give a lot of color to your decor during the cold winter months. During the festive season, there are many different seasonal plants on offer at most garden centers. They add a lovely touch to your…
See my Santa Claus Collection For those of you who do not know, I also have a website that features mainly seasonal and holiday content. The name of the site is Always The Holidays. I recently took photos of my Santa Claus Collection and assembled it for a holiday home tour on the site. My…
Fill the stockings of your plant loving friends with these Gardening Gift Guide Suggestions. Anyone who gardens is normally on the look out for different gardening products and gadgets, so I have created a Gardening Cook 2014 Holiday Gift Guide. If you are looking for something special to treat someone that you love who spends…
Frugal Holiday Gift Wrapping Ideas. Holiday Gift Wrapping Does not Mean that you must spend a lot of money on Christmas supplies. There are loads of ways that you can save money. Some take a bit of time and others just take thinking outside the box. 1. Buy on Clearance. If you are not a…
Kitchen Gift Guide. Anyone who cooks normally also loves kitchen products and food gadgets, so I have created a Gardening Cook 2014 Kitchen Gift Guide. If you are looking for something special to treat someone that you love who spends a lot of time in the kitchen, this gift guide should give you lots of…
Make your Own Blue Spruce Stocking Wreath. A great wreath makes a wonderful welcoming accent to your front door for the holiday season, as well as for other times of the year. This festive DIY blue spruce stocking wreath is quite different from the circular shaped wreaths so commonly seen at Christmas time and you…
These cute M & M Gingerbread Christmas tree cookies will make a great addition to your Christmas buffet table. They would also be great for your annual cookie exchange. Gingerbread is a common taste during the holidays. From cookies and houses made of gingerbread, there are lots of options. See my tips for the perfect…
Save Money During the Holidays with these Frugal Tips. The whole essence of a successful holiday season does not lie in the amount of money you spend, but in the time, thought and care that you devote to the activities that you plan. These frugal tips will make your holiday season something to remember without…
Do it Yourself – Gumdrop Candy Topiary This sweet DIY Miniature Gumdrop Topiary will be the center of attention on your Christmas table. The only problem will be keeping it decorated until the end of the evening of your party! The project is fun and easy to do. Just assemble all of your materials. You…
Do It Yourself Holiday Potholder Mitt This holiday potholder mitt DIY project would make a great Kitchen decoration. It is also a great idea for a homemade Christmas Hostess gift for a person who loves to cook. It is easy to make and uses some items you may already have on hand. To make the…
Make your Own Snowman S’mores – Cute DIY Project This snowman s’mores DIY project is cute as can be, easy to do and would make a great handmade Christmas gift or a Hostess gift for the next party you attend. To make this project, you will need the following supplies: (affiliate links) Large, quart sized…
Ring in the Festive Season with Terracotta Jingle Bells Christmas will be here before you know it. If you are looking for a special DIY Christmas gift for a gardener, these giant jingle bells will ring in the festive season in a natural way. They are easy to make and are a great gift idea…
Do it Yourself Apple Pine Tree Wreath This festive Apple Pine Tree Wreath makes a nice change from the traditional round Christmas Tree Wreaths so commonly seen. Best of all, you can make it yourself! To make the project, you will need the following materials: 1 Wire Flat tree shaped form size 15 x 17…
