I took a few days away from holiday decorating and blogging to bake cookies (I used a great recipe from Bake at 350) and spend time with my family watching Buddy the Elf and other holiday favorites. There’s so much inspiration online, though, that I wanted to share a handful of lovely finds from around the web and on Tumblr that caught my eye.
Creative Home Project:
Painting Stencils on Burlap Curtains @ Tracey Interiors Blog — A clever, budget-friendly way to refresh curtains with a handmade touch.
Gift Giving:
5 Gifts for $5 or Less @ Living Locurto — Simple, inexpensive ideas that still feel thoughtful and pretty.
Simple but Adorable Gift for Friends & Neighbors @ 30 Handmade Days — Charming DIY ideas perfect for small gestures of holiday goodwill.
via Hooked on Houses
Enjoying the Holidays:
The Art of Making Snowflakes @ Here’s Looking at Me Kid — A nostalgic, easy craft the whole family can enjoy.
Christmas Wassail without Booze @ Mosaic of Grace — A warm, cozy drink recipe that’s kid-friendly and festive.
A Sweet Cup of No Expectations @ Chatting at the Sky — A gentle, reflective holiday post about embracing simplicity.
Progressive Dinner and Luminaries @ Reluctant Entertainer — Fun ideas for hosting a neighborhood or friend-centered holiday meal.
Festive Napkin Rings @ The Lettered Cottage — Quick, pretty details that make any holiday table feel special.
Recent and Upcoming Parties:
Holiday House Tours @ Hooked on Houses — A delightful series of seasonal home tours; new features keep traffic and inspiration flowing.
Christmas Front Porch Party @ The Stories of A to Z — Festive porch styling ideas that welcome guests with charm.
And coming up this Monday: Nester’s Christmas Tour of Homes — an annual favorite that always offers a fresh stream of decorating ideas.
Finally, I wrote a guest post at Tip Junkie highlighting a few of my recent simple, no-stress holiday decorating projects. These were all fun, affordable, and easy to do — the kind of projects that make the season feel creative rather than overwhelming. I still have one small project to share in the coming days, plus photos of my Christmas mantel at last!
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