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Christmas Village Display Ideas

Christmas Village Display Ideas

By Marty Walden · 6 Comments

Beautiful pictures and Christmas village display ideas to create your own perfect family tradition ! It’s never too early to start! ***For a complete step by step tutorial on how I set up my Christmas village go check out this post! I’ve been so busy experiencing the Christmas season that I have several posts to share that will NOT get… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, DIY, family traditions, Home Projects, Seasonal Projects, tradition

Christmas Cards with Cricut

Christmas Cards with Cricut

By Marty Walden · 6 Comments

This year I decided to make Christmas cards with the Cricut diecutting machine. I love to make homemade cards but don’t have as much time as I used to. I got a little smarter and  used one of my scrapbooking retreats to make a bunch of Christmas cards. Do you think I’ve gotten the cards mailed? Ummm, no. Christmas picture… Read More

Filed Under: cardmaking, Christmas, Crafts, scrapbooking, Seasonal Projects

Santa Ornament Wreath

Santa Ornament Wreath

By Marty Walden · 3 Comments

Those of you who are new to my blog may not know that I have experienced some big losses in my life. My sister died in 2000 from a heart attack at the age of 53. My dad passed away in 2009 and my mom died under tragic circumstances on Christmas Eve 2010. Sometimes I will be reminded during this special… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, DIY, Grief, Seasonal Projects

How to Make Potpourri for the Holiday Season

How to Make Potpourri for the Holiday Season

By Marty Walden · 21 Comments

I found this wonderful stove top potpourri mix on Pinterest (yes, you know how I love Pinterest!) and had to try it for my homeschool moms group. (This week we’re hosting a church fellowship at our home as well.) I was thrilled when the potpourri was easy, smelled amazing and added to the festive party atmosphere. The cinnamon and cloves together create… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, family, family traditions Tagged With: holidays, home, potpourri

Rustic Christmas Centerpiece

Rustic Christmas Centerpiece

By Marty Walden · 36 Comments

I’ve really changed up my Christmas decorating this year. My rustic Christmas centerpiece is one example. Instead of just throwing everything I had wherever, I’ve tried to make groupings and look at how I use my space. And…gasp…..I’ve even used less this year! My mom was given this little tree after my dad passed away and she was in the… Read More

Filed Under: centerpiece, Christmas, Entertaining, frugality, Seasonal Projects, tablescapes

Inexpensive Christmas Decor

Inexpensive Christmas Decor

By Marty Walden · 79 Comments

We have lived in our home for 22 years and have watched both our family and home transform over the years. From one child to two, then add in three adopted siblings. Watch a daughter get married and leave home and a son go away to college.  Changing rooms and purposes and hearts in the process. Our home is evidence… Read More

Filed Under: Christmas, decorating, DIY, frugal living, frugality, home decor, Home Projects, Seasonal Projects Tagged With: Christmas, holidays, Home Decor

Instant Russian Tea Recipe with Tang

Instant Russian Tea Recipe with Tang

By Marty Walden · 49 Comments

Instant Russian Tea recipe with Tang is an old holiday favorite that’s the perfect inexpensive hot drink for the holidays! Quick tips for making Instant Russian Tea: Perfect hot drink for holiday gatherings and family get togethers. Can be given for teacher and neighbor gifts. So simple to make by adding all the ingredients together and mixing. If you don’t… Read More

Filed Under: appetizer/beverage, appetizers, appetizers/beverages, beverage, Christmas, family, family traditions, holidays, recipes, Seasonal Projects, Thanksgiving Tagged With: hot beverage, Tang, Thanksgiving

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