“I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.” Philippians 3:13 It’s easy to go through life focused on what didn’t work out, who hurt us, or the mistakes we’ve made. “If only I would have finished … More Let it Go
Homemade hardwood floor cleaner To give hardwood floors a new spring shine, use boiled tea to mop hardwood floors. It imparts a natural, light, fresh scent, plus leaves a brilliant shine. To use: Drop three black tea bags into a bowl or bucket, add boiling water, then dunk a mop head or towel into the … More New Year New Cleaners ~ Try these DIY home cleaning products that are easy to make.
Candy Cane Dessert Squares ~ Rich chocolate and zingy peppermint — is there a better holiday combo than that?Crust36 (2 cups) chocolate wafer cookies, finely crushed1/2 cup Butter, melted3 tablespoons sugarGanache1 cup real semi-sweet chocolate chips2/3 cup Land O Lakes® Heavy Whipping CreamFilling1 cup powdered sugar2 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened2 teaspoons peppermint extract1 1/2 … More Candy Cane Recipes
Blondie SticksBundle up fresh blondie bars in warm coats of white and dark chocolate as a sweet way to wish friends a Merry Christmas. Bedazzle them in nuts, toffee, and sprinkles, then stick them on red-and-white sticks for a cute lollipop look.2 cups all-purpose flour2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 cups packed brown sugar3/4 … More Christmas Cookie Recipes That Dazzle
Festive Holiday Buffet Make planning a festive get-together simple with this foolproof plan. Here are ideas for a party that flourishes including decorative vases, handmade crafts, no-fuss foods, and more.For a simple party buffet, serve foods that taste great at room temperature, such as herbed popcorn, nuts, fruits and veggies, and a cheese sampler. Make … More No-Fuss Holiday Buffet
Monogram Tree TopperA wooden block letter is transformed into a creative tree topper with some paint and holiday-color ribbon. Paint your letter a desired color; let dry. Measure strips of glittery ribbon to fit across your letter and adhere in place using hot glue. Secure a paper towel roll to the back of your letter … More Crafty Christmas Tree Topper Ideas
‘Mod podge’ wreath ~ A thrift store frame and fabric scraps make for a darling DIY project. DIY snow globes ~ Put your leftover mason jars to good use by creating a magical set of DIY snow globes. DIY advent calendars ~ Make your own hanging advent calendar with simple materials like paper sacks and … More Easy & Fun Christmas Decorating Projects
Shine On ~ Tired of traditional red and green? Neutrals like winter white still feel seasonal and bring some sophistication. Center of Attention ~ Add texture to create an elegant and unique winter arrangement. For this design, a birch log as a vase, placing the floral centerpiece on an antiqued mirror elongates the farm table … More How to Create a Cozy Winter Wonderland
Folks without fireplaces, this project’s for you. Get creative and craft a spot to hang your stockings and lend a little Christmas cheer to any room….turn a canvas dropcloth, drapery hardware and chalkboard paint into a clever faux mantel wall hanging that you can simply roll up and store when the holidays are over. Simply … More Easy Christmas Stocking Holders that Are Sure to Get Santas Attention
Gingham and Pearl 