Believing is Seeing
My son is now 9. For the last few weeks he has been coming home with stories…. “Joshua says there’s no Santa Claus. He says it’s his mom and dad. He even found his gifts last year…. before Christmas!” “But…
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Make it Do Gift Idea: Embellishing Gloves
Here’s perfect gift idea for the kids in your life. They’re even great for grownups, too. These gloves can be purchased just about anywhere… the grocery store, Walmart, Target, even at JoAnns. And they usually cost around $1. I try…
Crystal Snowflakes
I think I must have snowflakes on the brain. It’s finally snowing here, which makes it feel like Christmas. I love the snow! I love playing in it and I love being cozy in my house when it’s snowing outside. …
A Step Back in Time
This past weekend our family visited A Step Back in Time Nativity in Alpine, Utah. Amid the hustle and bustle of the season, we always look forward to this tradition. We had to bundle up and brave the bitter cold…
Orange Glazed Poppy Seed Bread
Here’s a quick and easy gift idea for neighbors or co-workers. It’s Orange Glazed Poppy Seed Bread. I received this bread as a gift from a co-worker about 10 years ago… and looooved it. I think I actually begged for…
A Highly Effective Elf
Last Christmas our family received a wonderful gift from a friend. It was called The Elf on the Shelf. And it was an instant sensation at our home. After a short debate, the little red elf who came in the…
Christmas Book Favorites: Red Ranger Came Calling
Every year, since my husband and I were married we have bought a new Christmas book. We’ve bought some wonderful books over the years, but Red Ranger Came Calling by Berkeley Breathed is one of our most beloved books. My…
A Holiday Calendar
Its the most wonderful time of the year… while I agree with Johnny Mathis, the holidays can also be incredibly stressful as well. There are many things I have to do… decorate my home, send out cards, buy and wrap…
And the Winner is…
First I must say what an absolute delight it was to read all your Holiday food traditions. I was struck by both the incredible diversity and how many of us love the same things. I really want to ask some…
Happy Thanksgiving
Today I give thanks for the fact that I have an elastic waistband on my pants… and that Gluttony is no longer punishable by law. I am grateful for so many things today, for family, friends, home, and for all…
It’s Time for a Giveaway!
Just in time for the Holidays the nice folks over at Hillshire Farms and Sara Lee are sponsoring a Giveaway right here on Make it Do. You can win a $50 gift certificate to Walmart… plus coupons for free products…
My Favorite Cranberry Sauce
I’ve never been a fan of Cranberry Sauce. That red jelly stuff from a can… (my sincere apologies if you like it.) No thank you… Cranberry Sauce has never been my cup of tea. That is, until I tried my…