This post is sponsored by Everywhere Agency on behalf of OshKosh B’gosh; however, all thoughts and opinions are my own. My favorite part of the holiday season isn’t the gifts… it’s making priceless holiday memories with my kids. Sharing traditions from my own childhood and creating new ones together as…
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When we moved from the shore to the woods, our home decor transitioned from beach-themed blues to more rustic grays. And over our first year of holidays and seasons in the new house, I’ve been transitioning our holiday decor as well. I love the warm and cozy look of knitted…
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I received complementary product from Oriental Trading featured in this post. As always, opinions remain 100% my own. What kind of surprise party do you throw for a man who lives, eats and breathes the great outdoors? A hunting themed birthday party, of course! When we decided to throw a surprise…
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I love all holidays… I love the food, the festivities, the decorations, but most of all I love all the traditions that go with holidays. And I love learning about different traditions among other families and around the world for each holiday. Growing up in South Texas, we certainly celebrated…
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Nothing makes the one you love feel more special than a unique, customized gift. MY M&M’S let’s you do just that! This Valentine’s Day, I am creating a special gift for my husband from our own little M&Ms, featuring MY M&M’S with silhouettes of the kids and framed portraits to…
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How often do you and your hubby or significant other make it out these days? I know for me, the biggest adjustment after having Big M, was the abrupt halt to our social calendar. We went from DINKs who met out for dinner after work 2-3 nights a week and…
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The toughest part of any preschool party is planning the entertainment! If you are in charge of your preschooler’s parties this year, I’ve got you covered… with these Top 10 Valentine’s Day Party Games. And don’t miss the over 200 Valentine’s Day ideas to go with them at the end…
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Even if your toddler can’t stay up to ring in the New Year with you, they can still help you decorate. This is a super simple, sparkly and festive New Year’s Craft for Toddlers. The end result is so fun though, you might want to make it for grown-up party…
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This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #HolidayMoments #CollectiveBias There is no holiday tradition more observed across my extended family than holiday baking! What I seemed to block from memory is the massive clean-up that follows. But don’t let the stress…
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Have you been following our Nutcracker holiday mini-series? This marks the final post in our Plan the Perfect Nutcracker Party series with activities, decor, and favor ideas, paired with festive food contributions from Eats Amazing. Today’s Jingle Bell Ribbon Sticks will have your tiny dancer party-goers dancing along like Sugar Plum…
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I come from a long, line of bakers. My great grandmother invented the gum paste flower technique now used to adorn wedding cakes with candy clay flowers around the country. And Christmas is prime baking season. My personal favorite family recipe is for Gingerbread Cookies! And since after baking cookies for over…
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What Nutcracker party is complete without tutus and dancing?!? Motivate your tiny dancer party-goers to dance with these festive DIY Party Favors… today, we are sharing the how-to for snowflake wands to go with the Waltz of the Snowflake. Wednesday I’ll be back with the how-to for the jingle bell…
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Our Nutcracker party planning continues… and no party is complete without themed decor. This week we created a simple burlap holiday banner featuring Nutcracker silhouettes for less than $10, with great Pottery Barn-esque effect! DIY Nutcracker Silhouette Holiday Banner For Day 3 of our Nutcracker series, I created this simple holiday…
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Nutcracker Game: Toy Soldier vs. Mouse King
by MeghanThe Nutcracker is more than just ballerinas and tutus! The battle scene features the Nutcracker and his army of toy soldiers versus the Rat King and his minions. Today, I’ve recreated this battle with a fun Nutcracker game on a cinnamon stick tic tac toe board! The Nutcracker Series Welcome…
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People thought I was crazy when I took Big M, then age 3, to see The Nutcracker last holiday season. She was captivated from the opening curtain to the final curtsies. She still watches it almost daily, narrates the scenes, requests to listen to the soundtrack in the car, and re-enacts…
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Over the past few Fridays, I have been sharing ways to save money this season, while the rest of the world breaks the bank! Today’s Financially Savvy holiday savings tip? Bake It, Don’t Buy It. For many people on your holiday list, baked goods make an excellent Christmas gift. And…
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Along with the cheer of the holiday season comes the drear of colder and wetter weather, making for long dark days stuck indoors. We cheered things up with some holiday games, including this fun Christmas twist on the traditional cup-and-ball favorite, Cup and Jingle Bell! Cup & Jingle Bell, A…
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Growing up, I always looked forward to December 1st, and my Mom’s reveal of our annual Advent Calendar. On a recent trip through Target, I saw an adorable 3D Christmas tree version… for $30. And it still needed gifts to go inside. I knew I could create my own version…
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After giving thanks and stuffing yourself with turkey on Thursday, it officially becomes Santa Sighting season! Check out our list of places to see Santa this year, in and around Milford, CT. 10+ Places to See Santa this Season From local tree lightings to breakfasts and your traditional mall Santas, here’s…
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Black Friday pandemonium looms just one week away. I, personally, have never been one to join in the shopping at midnight insanity. I prefer to stay home, enjoy my family and let my turkey digest. I am, however, all in favor of getting a jump start on preparing for Christmas.…