holiday

What Holiday Tunes Are Playing in Your Home?

by Marie December 23, 2011

We’ve been rocking out to the holiday tunes since the day after Thanksgiving. We don’t usually listen to holiday music any other time of the year, so we make sure to listen to it all. month. long. How about you? Do you rock out to Jingle Bells, Let it Snow, or Baby it’s Cold Outside? [...]

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Oatmeal Pistachio Cranberry Cookies

by Two Peas November 23, 2011

I know Thanksgiving is tomorrow, but I am already excited about Christmas. I love Christmas music, trimming the tree, holiday parties, and all of the other festivities, but the best part is the holiday baking. I go cookie crazy! I am kicking off the holiday season with these Oatmeal Pistachio Cranberry Cookies. These cookies are [...]

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Chocolate Hazelnut Bark

by Two Peas December 22, 2010

I have been baking up a storm the entire month of December, one of the many reasons I love this time of year. I have made cookies, candies, breads, cake, etc. but I am not finished yet. I am still making last minute treats to give out as gifts to neighbors, friends, and family. I [...]

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Santa, Stockings, Snowmamas, and a Live Winter Holiday Chat

by Marie December 13, 2010

Here are a few places I’ve been hanging out, crafting, chatting, and getting excited about the upcoming winter holidays. We’re having more fun with Santa over at the BabyCenter’s Momformation with this Santa Paper Cone. Fill this with goodies for a ho ho ho-liday gift! Stitch up this darling paper stocking, ready to be filled [...]

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Wrapped Bottle of Bubbly Neighbor Gift

by Marie November 29, 2010

My in-laws give great neighbor gifts for the holidays. Last year they gave these towel wrapped bottles, spending under $5 each (depending on your bubbly). It’s a quick and cheap way to look fancy and give a great gift. Supplies for Towel Wrapped Bottle: bottle of bubbly – wine, champagne, sparkling cider flour sack towel [...]

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Thanksgiving Recipe: Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

by Two Peas November 24, 2010

Thanksgiving is tomorrow! Are you ready? I am sure most of you have your menus finalized by now, but in case you forgot to include a salad, I have an easy and delicious recipe to share. This roasted butternut squash salad is one of my favorite Thanksgiving side dishes. I make it every year and [...]

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Make and Takes DIY Holiday Gift Guide

by Marie November 27, 2009

I’m happy to announce Make and Takes DIY Holiday Gift Guide for 2009. It’s full of fun, affordable, and crafty DIY projects for your Holiday wish list. There’s something for you, your kids, fun in the kitchen, and crafty DIY books. I’ve also added some of my favorite children’s picture books (those are just for [...]

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Reading, Listening, Watching: Holiday Classics

by Marie December 19, 2008

This time of year we seem to read, listen to, and watch the same things every year. What are you Reading, Listening, and Watching this year? Reading: The Polar Express The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Twas the Night Before Christmas Listening: Sufjan Stevens Songs for Christmas December by George Winston A Very Special Christmas 3 [...]

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Labor Day Holiday

by Marie August 30, 2008

We’re headed to the beach this weekend, enjoying the Labor Day Holiday. I hope you’re able to enjoy the day as well, even if it means you still have to work. Have a great weekend! I’ll be back in a few days with more craftiness, I’m thinking something with sand & seashells!

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4th of July Jell-O

by Marie July 2, 2008

This year for the 4th of July, I’m in charge of bringing a salad to the family party. I’ve made this fun flag-shaped 4th of July Jell-O before, and it’s always a hit. As I live in the Jell-O Capital of the World, this side dish is perfect for the family party! Supplies for Jell-O [...]

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