Are you a gift giving rock star? I’d love to know the secret to how you make gift giving personal. Do you pride yourself on knowing just what everyone really wants (yes, even the eccentric neighbor across the street)? Do you make your gifts by hand (you super elf, we all envy your mad skills)… Or is it […]
Orange Pomander + Floral Bouquet
There is something so comforting and nostalgic about the scent of pomanders (also known as cloved oranges). It seems to pair perfectly with all things fall and holidays; like apple cider with cloves, mmmm and pumpkin donuts, and a curling up by a warm fire with a cozy blanket and a good book. I think the […]
The Complete Gift Guide for the New Home Owner
There is nothing more frustrating than trying to figure out what to give that person who seems to have everything. We all have at least one person who is a gifting mystery to us. Well, today we have you covered with gift guides for every category you can imagine! So whether you are shopping for yourself, for […]
The Fun In Cranberry & Popcorn Garlands
So here I am, trying not to go munch on the kettle corn garland we made the other day. I keep reminding myself that they are for my Christmas centerpiece project, and not to satisfy my sweet tooth! I’m not sure it’s going to make it… 😀 Have I ever mentioned that I’m a bit of […]
Picture & Scroll Filled Ornaments
While browsing through the Christmas section of my local craft store, a very nice woman browsing through similar items asked me if I knew anything about filling ornaments. I don’t think she was ready for the verbose discourse that was to follow as I took her under my tutelage. *insert wrinkle nosed, sparkly-eyed, mischievous grin* […]
Gift Giving With A Personal Touch
Thank you to BHG at Walmart for sponsoring this post. Projects and posts always display my original and creative ideas. Are you a big gift giver? For many of you that is the most exciting part of the holidays… the thought filled shopping, the pretty wrapping, and watching the excited faces of the recipients on […]









