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Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide: For the Cook


As I’ve gotten older, I’ve gained a strong appreciation for good food, particularly the importance of being able to make good food (a skill I’m still trying to hone).  My fiance and I love to cook together and when the holidays arrive you can be sure to find several kitchen items on our wish lists.  Here are some fun gift ideas that your aspiring chef friend or family member will love.


Thursday, December 12, 2013

Cozy Winter


Do you ever have those days when nothing sounds better than snuggling up on the couch next to the fireplace with a good book and a hot cup of cocoa?  Today is one of those days for me.  There's nothing better than snuggling up in a soft blanket when it's freezing outside and getting lost in a good book.  So while I'm working all day I'll be imagining I'm doing something more like this.






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Wednesday, December 11, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers


Opening stockings is one of my favorite parts of Christmas, and it always amazes me how many goodies can fit within a single stocking.  After all, "good things come in small packages" is a saying for a reason.  I've found some fun stocking stuffers for everyone on your shopping list, but don't forget that gift cards and candy are foolproof stocking stuffers as well.




Tuesday, December 10, 2013

DIY: Christmas Ornaments


I fell in love with these glitter ornaments at Pottery Barn while my fiance and I were perusing items to add to our wedding registry.  I knew this would make an easy and fun holiday DIY project to replicate.  Not only was this one of the least expensive craft projects ever, but it’s even better that I can give the finished product to family as stocking stuffers or to spice up a wrapping job.  Here’s how it’s done.


Materials you’ll need:
Thin wooden letters and shapes
Mod podge
Mini foam paint brush
Glitter
Twine
Drill

Step by step:
1. Drill a hole in the top middle of each letter or shape.  I used a ⅛ inch sized drill bit, which was the smallest size I could use while still being able to fit the twine through the hole.
2. (Optional) Sand down any parts of the wood that were made uneven from the drilling.
3. Using the mini foam paint brush, coat one side of a wooden letter with the mod podge.  Sprinkle glitter onto the coat of mod podge.  Set aside until dry.  Repeat with all wooden letters and shapes.
4. Once the first side of all wooden letters and shapes are dry, repeat step 3 on the other side of all wooden letters and shapes.
5. Once both sides of the wooden letters and shapes are dry, apply a thin top coat of mod podge to one side.  Allow to dry.  Then apply a thin top coat of mod podge to the other side.
6. Once the top coat of mod podge has dried on both sides, cut a piece of twine about 6 inches long for each letter and shape.  Insert the twine through the ornament hole, tie the two ends of twine together, and hang on the tree.  
Easy peasy, and now you have a wonderfully personalized Christmas tree!






Monday, December 9, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide: For the Fashionista


I'm currently obsessing over metallics and shimmer, which is clearly reflected in my suggested gift ideas for 'the Fashionista.'  I focused this gift guide on both trendy and classic accessories since gifting clothing to another person is always tricky.  Happy shopping!




Wednesday, December 4, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide: For the Guys

Shopping for the guys in my life is always the most difficult part of my holiday shopping, and it doesn't seem to get much easier as the years pass.  For those of you who have the same problem, I hope this gift guide sparks some ideas for gifts that your husband, friend, dad, or brother will be thrilled to receive and that you'll be proud to give.  


Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Holiday Gift Guide: For the Hostess

Every year I vow to start holiday shopping and decorating early so I'm not scrambling to get it all done right before Christmas.  But lo and behold, December is here and I still haven't picked out a Christmas tree or finished shopping for anyone on my list.  Luckily, the sales have been great over the past week so I've gotten some shopping under my belt and at great prices.  To help you along in your shopping, here is the first in my series of Holiday Gift Guides. 



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