Winter

12 Daytz of Christmas

Dec

2012

In 2008 my husband and I were HORRIBLE at making time to spend just the 2 of us, so I came up with the idea to pre-plan a date night for every month in 2009. I called it The 12 Daytz of Christmas. I chose dates we probably would not have chosen to do had we decided on the fly to go out, which is usually what we did. Things like going to a comedy club or miniature golfing- all fun activities, but not something we ever made plans to do. When I gave him this for Christmas, I just printed it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Dating & Romance, Paper Crafts, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: christmas, gift ideas, Winter

Chocolate Glazed Pumpkin Cookies in a Jar

Dec

2012

by Stephanie 1 Comment

I found THIS recipe for Chocolate Glazed Pumpkin Cookies from Martha Stewart. I am not a fan of pumpkin pie, but I love a good pumpkin cookie, and since I am not a fantastic baker, the fact that Martha includes these on her list of "Our Easiest Cookie Recipes" made me not so intimidated to try it! I followed the recipe exactly and I must say they turned out super yummy! It really was an easy cookie to make and again, I am not a baker! If I could do it, so can you! See how good they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Baking, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: christmas, cookies, gift ideas, Winter

6 Holiday Wreaths

Dec

2012

by Stephanie Leave a Comment

Here are 6 of my favorite holiday wreaths: Pinecone Wreath from Toadly Crafty Gum Drop Wreath from Your Cool Friend Cheryl Red Wreaths above red Stockings from BHG! White Burlap Wreath & Framed Pinecones from Craftaholics Anonymous Framed Wreath from Country Living … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Furniture & Decor, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: christmas, Winter, Wreaths

Christmas Table Centerpiece

Nov

2012

by Stephanie 1 Comment

Tis’ the season for hosting family dinners, holiday parties and social gatherings! And what better way to drape your home with warm colors, festive holly and bring cheer this holiday season than with a simple Christmas centerpiece?! This project was inspired by Amy’s Thanksgiving centerpiece that she made and then re-decorated for Christmas. I love a piece of decor that is simple to create and even simpler to adapt year round. While browsing Lowes last week, I stumbled across this … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Furniture & Decor, Promotions, Rooms of the House · Tagged With: christmas, dining room, Lowes, Winter

12 DIY Advent Calendar Ideas

Nov

2012

by Todays Post 4 Comments

Hi All! It's Taryn again from Design, Dining + Diapers! As we near the end of November it's time to start thinking about Christmas (if you haven't already). Eeek! How will you and your family be counting down the days this year? Do you have a special advent calendar that you use or do you make a new one each year? There are only a few weeks left to decide how you will be checking off the days this year so I thought I would help you out with some inspiration. Here are a few of my favorite DIY … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Furniture & Decor, Seasons and Holidays · Tagged With: christmas, Winter