The Green Christmas Giveaway Hop is Here!

I know it’s not even Thanksgiving yet but I’ve got a great holiday giveaway for you. Welcome to the first annual Green Christmas Gift Giving Guide giveaway hop hosted by Home Grown Families and Just My Everyday Life. We are happy to be participating with over 60 other awesome sites to show you many ways that…

Why You Should Shop Local this Holiday Season

With the economy in the dumps it’s even more important to support our local communities. Check out my most recent article on Technorati Five Reasons to Shop Local for the Holidays to learn more about shopping local and supporting small businesses this holiday season.

Friday Finds – 6 Simple Valentine’s Day Crafts Anyone Can Make

This week I have been working with my girls to finish up their valentines, we’re almost done. While looking up ideas I came across a whole bunch of simple Valentine’s crafts. Here’s just a few; Tick Tack Toe Hearts (via AlphaMom) – I don’t know about you but tick tack toe is  a favorite in my…

Re-energize a Wooden Railway for Older Kids

Over the years we’ve collected tons of wooden railway pieces.  My girls used to love to set up tracks and move the trains around but over the last year or so interest had wained so much so that I considered donating or selling the set.  Then I discovered the battery powered motorized engines that are…

Merry Christmas to all!

I hope your day is filled with wonder.

15 Reasons to Host an Ornament Exchange

Last night I hosted an ornament exchange at my house.  It’s the 6th one I’ve hosted in as many years.  The only restriction on the ornaments is that they have to be hand made.  It’s amazing how many different ideas people come up with for their ornaments and how many variation there are. Never in…

3 Free Ways to Keep in Touch with Santa – Friday Finds

Christmas #19 – The Timberland Santa by kevindooley I don’t know about you but I love the magic of Santa and I try to keep it alive for my girls each year.  This year there are more ways than ever to keep in touch with the big guy himself. Continue Reading ….

Catch Santa in Your House! – Keepsake Photo Giveaway

[ad name=”Above Content”] My oldest is almost 8 and has been asking a lot of questions about Santa and his existence lately but this photo of Santa in our house should keep her convinced for at least another year.  iCaughtSanta.com allows you to upload a photo of your Christmas scene and add in their Santa….

Friday Finds – Etsy Finds

With the holidays coming up I’ve been browsing Etsy and the wonderful hand crafted goodness that is out there.  This week I’m bringing you some of my favorite finds. I’m completely in love with the wonderful jewelry at 3dots.  My current favorite is Funky 19 necklace.  They also have some holiday themed ornaments for sale. Continue Reading…