Craft Ideas, Kids Crafts, Recipes and More

Hanukkah Ideas, Holiday Bake Along, and a Sewing Contest

by Marie December 8, 2011

Take a peek at a few places I’m posting this week. Lots of fun for the holidays. Ideas and craft for a Hanukkah celebration, over at Baby Center’s Momformation. I love this treat pouch by Martha Stewart pictured below, so cute! The holidays are all about baking, right! Here’s a round up of some delicious [...]

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Do You Go All Out for Holiday Cards, and a Shutterfly Winner

by Marie December 7, 2011

Are you the type of person who goes all out for your holiday cards? Dress up the family, find a cool location, and write a super witty poem that all goes together in a theme? I get some really great cards from friends and family and wish I had put a little more effort into [...]

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We’re Scoping for Santa with our Paper Tube Binoculars

by Marie December 6, 2011

There’s a lot of Santa talk at our house lately. What cookies does he like, how many reindeer help pull his sleigh, how’s he going to fit through our fireplace? I thought it might be fun to make a few paper tube binoculars to help us scope Santa out and see if we can answer [...]

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Glitter CD Snowman

by Amanda December 5, 2011

Kids love glitter (heck, so do adults!), and recycling is always a great way to create kid’s crafts, So why not try this cute glittery snowman made from a recycled CD. This would make a perfect ornament too by adding a ribbon hanger or gluing a magnet to the back and hang on the fridge! [...]

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Sending Love to One of Our Own, Kami of No Biggie

by Marie December 4, 2011

One of our own M&T contributors and my dear friend Kami of No Biggie, has suffered a dear loss to her family. Just over 2 weeks ago she delivered her baby girl at only 26 weeks pregnant. Little Afton Jean was born and ready to fight for her little life. But after one week of being on [...]

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Saturday Spotlight: Christmas Ornaments

by Marie December 3, 2011

Today I’m featuring some fabulous ornaments showcased over at the M&T Spotlight. Here are 6 festive tree ornaments that are sure to brighten up your tree! **Next week I’ll be featuring Holiday Treats, so share your goodies and link up to Spotlight. Felt Peppermint Candy Ornament Paper Hourglass Ornament Melted Snowman Ornament Quilted Tree Ornament [...]

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Make and Takes Holiday Giveaway Fun

by Marie December 2, 2011

This giveaway is now closed. Thanks to all who entered. The winners are below. I’ll email you all to claim your prize. Klutz: #27 Stefanie, #52 Erin Magical Santa: #239 Julie M., #45 Julie Lisa Leonard Designs: #87 Emily KM, #134 Kendra K. Big Ass Book of Crafts 2: #307 Jessica W. Pepperidge Farms: #183 Amanda [...]

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My Favorite Christmas Traditions

by Mariel December 1, 2011

It used to be that every Christmas, we spent more time away from home, than at home. The minute we were done opening presents, we rushed off to visit family. Soon enough, we were off to visit even more family. Finally, at the end of the day, we would come home, crash, moan about how [...]

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GoGo Crazy for 12 Days of Holiday Giveaways

by Marie November 30, 2011

The GoGo squeeZ Gang, an M&T Sponsor, is at it again with more fun for everyone. This time, they are excited to announce they will be hosting the “Twelve Days of GoGo” and giving away toys, games and family friendly gift cards for twelve days in December. Starting on Monday December 5th and going through December [...]

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Jingle Bell Ribbon Wreath Ornament

by Marie November 30, 2011

I’ve joined Sara over at Craft Snob for a fun Holiday Ornament Parade. She’s showcasing all sorts of holiday ornaments from diy bloggers. I’m sharing a cute little Ribbon Wreath Ornament, inspired from the jingle bell ribbon rings I made last year. Head over to see all the fun!

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