thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving 2011

by Marie November 24, 2011

Another Thanksgiving is upon us, a time to reflect on all the things we’re thankful for. Here’s my little list of being thankful. What are you thankful for today? my husband, Jordan, even with his crazy Movember moustache my kids and their sweetness, creativity, and energy my blog, I’m thankful to all you readers who [...]

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Printable Busy Bingo Game the Kids Will Love

by Amy November 21, 2011

I’m pretty sure that between dinner and dessert on Thanksgiving, the kids are going to want to do something. Joining the adult conversations is not always so interesting to the kiddos, right? I’m planning to bring a little bag of goodies for all the kiddos to play with: a deck of cards for playing Go [...]

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Saving the Planet one Turkey Sandwich at a Time

by Sabrena November 17, 2011

Thanksgiving is just a week away. And while the holidays often seem choc full of consumerism and wastefulness, Turkey Day is one holiday with plenty of easy and accessible ways to Go Green. I know it sounds crazy – the gluttony, the consumption (oh my the consumption!); but the traditional Thanksgiving meal is in itself [...]

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How to Guild a Pumpkin for a Festive Fall Centerpiece

by Little Birdies November 8, 2011

Recently I found some inexpensive fake pumpkins for my fall centerpiece, but some of them looked as cheap as the price. I decided to try dressing one up with guilding liquid–this is cool stuff! It’s easy to use, too. Here’s how to do it. . . Supplies for Guilding Pumpkins: Guilding liquid (I used Martha [...]

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Fingerprint Turkey Napkin Rings

by Amanda November 3, 2011

Need a fun project for Thanksgiving? These adorable little turkey napkin rings are made using your child’s fingerprints! Personalize each one and they’ll double as place cards too. These will look adorable on your holiday table! Supplies you will need: Card stock Acrylic paints in fall colors plus black and white Small paintbrush Toothpick Scissors [...]

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“We Give Thanks” Envelope Banner

by Marie October 25, 2011

Guest post by Alanna of The Craft Nest. Last year I started a new tradition at our house, one that we are continuing this year. Each night at dinner during the month of November we talk about and write down what we are thankful for. I saved the cards from last year so we can [...]

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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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A Few Last Minute Thanksgiving Day Crafts

by Marie November 23, 2010

Thanksgiving is just a few days away and we’re still making some last minute crafts and recipes to celebrate. What are you working on last minute for Thanksgiving? I’m excited to be guest contributor for PBS Parents, sharing a great way to display all the things you’re thankful for with this Thankful Tree. Head on [...]

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Sweet Crescent Roll Cornucopias

by Marie November 18, 2010

This yummy dessert roll is the perfect way to end a holiday feast. These cornucopias help represent the first Thanksgiving, filled with the bounty of harvest. And we’re making ours a sweet treat for after turkey dinner. Supplies for Sweet Roll Cornucopias: crescent roll dough vanilla frosting knife small fruit, candy, or nuts: I used [...]

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