Merry Christmas

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Hope you are all enjoying the holiday season thus far. I started early, hoping to get all of my hand-made gifts ready and wrapped. Still working, and haven’t wrapped much, but I’ve got my list and I’m confident they will all be tucked under the tree by Christmas eve. I am happy to report that… read more »

Tis’ the season.

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For Decking the halls! Or at least our home anyway. I just get giddy when it comes to decorating our home for the holidays, and I was beyond excited to start. True, I did start a day (or two) before Thanksgiving, but I have a good excuse. Not sure if you’ve read my last two… read more »

hand-made gift tags

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I’m working on some cute gift tags for Christmas. Yes, I am actually early (ish), just trying to be on top of things this year. Not to mention, they are so quick and easy to make, and they add something special to gifts. I made similar ones last year… This is what I’ve made for… read more »

My favorite handmade gifts ~

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Did you happen to give or receive any handmade gifts this year ?? I did, and I was super excited ~ I love handmade things! Not only are they unique, but they are made with so much thought and love. Here are a few of my very favorite handmade gifts, I received this Christmas. {… read more »

Christmas ~ the day after….

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We had a WONDERFUL Christmas day. So much fun, love, laughter, family, friends, gifts, and of course a never ending supply of FOOD! And sweets! My belly has been so full for what seems like days, seriously. Such a beautiful time of year, but if I’m being honest, I’m really glad to be done with… read more »

Merry Christmas

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Just a quick note to say Merry Christmas! I am sure you have all had a hectic, but fun day ~ we sure did! Our celebration started last night at our church Christmas Pageant and mass, it sure was lovely. I especially loved the end, we all held candles, the lights were all out and… read more »

Candy cane day and a note to Santa…

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My first grader has been filled with giddy anticipation and excitement for her class to celebrate Candy Cane Day! Our Elementary school is wonderful, with classes and grades celebrating several fun occasions throughout the year. Occasions and events like Candy Cane Day, Apple Day, Polar Express Day, Silly Hair Day, Silly Sock Day, Thanksgiving Feast,… read more »

Waterless snow globes

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The minute I saw this tutorial via Tidy Mom, I knew I wanted to make my own… Waterless snow globes! A few years back, our girl scout troop made snow globes using baby food jars, water, corn syrup and glitter. They came out super cute, but I found my daughters had a very slow leak,… read more »

Zip code pillow ~ shipped.

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Just shipped this 16″ x 16″ 03245 zip code pillow to Holderness, NH. The ivory Muslin flower with vintage button is removable, per my customers request. Thank you for your order Lindsey, Merry Christmas!

Santa baby, hurry down the chimney…

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Well look who arrived a bit early at our house this year… Who, but one jolly ole’ soul wears bright red pants and fuzzy trimmed boots ??…. Who else, can belt out that unmistakable, boisterous HO HO HO ?!? Yup, it’s the red-cheeked, chubby ole’ Saint Nick himself…. S A N T A   C L… read more »