Dedicated to getting you in the Christmas mood!
One of my favorite things about Christmas time is the FOOD! All the cookies that are made, the holiday punch and to top it all off, the Christmas dinner! Most people tend to have a Christmas ham, duck, or turkey as the centerpiece for their Christmas meal. For me though it’s the side dishes that [...]
The holidays can be a stressful time for all of us, including our four-legged friends. Do your best to keep your pets happy and safe this holiday season. Keep these tips in mind. 1) Never give a pet as a holiday gift. The holidays are very hectic and added stress is not good for anyone. [...]
These days, most people spend more time on the computer than they would like to. Their inboxes are flooded with commercial and work-related e-mails. Even when they are out of the office, they always have to be logged in. The last thing they want is one more e-mail. This year, avoid the e-cards. A warm, [...]
Dreaming of a green Christmas? Here are a few simple tips to make your holiday season more eco-friendly. 1) Use LED lights in your holiday displays. These lights are much more efficient than conventional lights and will save you a fortune on your energy bill. LED lights are available at many major retailers. 2) Buy [...]
This movie is by far my favorite holiday film. It’s the clay animation of Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer and I used to watch this every single holiday season. Christmas just wasn’t Christmas without our entire family sitting around the TV one night with some snacks and watching this film. I know this was made [...]
You want your holiday cards to be special but you’re tired of wasting time at expensive stationary stores? Why not design your own? Whether you’re announcing a holiday party months in advance or sending a few last minute holiday wishes, a custom postcard is perfect. Creating beautiful holiday postcards is easy, too. Simply upload your [...]
This year, design custom photo mugs for everyone in your family. Select favorite photos from birthdays, vacations, holidays, sporting events or anything. Design a mug for each person, with a photo that they’ll love. Have everyone open their photo mugs first thing on Christmas morning. That way everyone can share their memories as they sip [...]
Family newsletters around the holidays are a tradition for many people. This is their chance to catch up with relatives and share what’s been happening for the past year. These Yuletide periodicals can be a lot of fun. You just have to keep a few things in mind. First of all, take a closer look [...]
Stress levels high and cash flow low this holiday season? Forget the traffic and the malls. Why not try something different this year? Try exchanging homemade gifts. Homemade gifts are an inexpensive and fun alternative. Explain to your friends or family that the gift is not important, and that the point is to have fun. [...]
Here are a few simple tips to keep your family and friends safe this holiday season. 1) Give all Christmas trees a fresh cut and plenty of water. This will prevent the tree from drying out and becoming a fire hazard. Keep all trees and greenery away from radiators and fireplaces. Also, make sure that [...]