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Elfed at Christmas Printout and Hot Cocoa Recipe

Starting in December, my kids enjoy “elfing” our neighbors and friends. It works like this: Someone starts by secretly dropping treats with instructions at two houses. Don’t get caught!  Then those two families are asked to continue the fun by elfing two more houses. Once elfed you are supposed to post the image of an elf near the front door so they don’t get elfed again. We think it’s a fun way to pass along some Christmas cheer!
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This year we decided to created baskets with hot cocoa jars, candy canes and other goodies.
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In each basket, I included a recipe for hot cocoa to go along with the premade mix in the jar.  Above is the revised version of a recipe for creamy hot cocoa I found on allrecipes.com.

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Here are the “elfed” printouts I used this year. So cute, don’t you think? I found the downloads for free at Anders Ruff via Pinterest.

Have you been elfed?
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Read full story By on December 12, 2011 in Christmas, elfed, gift guide, holiday decor

Nature Inspired Christmas Mantel

Pinecones and trees, vintage touches and an adorable Christmas village. This year’s holiday mantel was inspired by nature and trips to Lake Tahoe this past summer. I had a head start because the pinecone garland was handmade back in September for a mantel that was featured in Emily Henderson’s Holiday Guide.
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I was hesitant , but my kids thought that the “village” needed Santa’s sleigh soaring over it. So made a silhouette of Santa, his sleigh and those famous flying reindeer. I’m not crazy about how it turned out, but they love it and that’s what matters.
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Resources: stockings by Thomas Paul, pinecone wreath from Target {vintage angel ornament added by me}, white lit houses from Red Envelope, bottle brush and wooden trees from West Elm, vintage glitter reindeer from Etsy {needed to be touched up with more glitter!} and lucite tray from Dabney Lee.
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Read full story By on December 7, 2011 in Christmas, holiday decor, mantels, simplified bee portfolio, vintage

Kids Hot Cocoa Stand

Summer months isn’t the only time kids can make a few dollars on their own. Take a look at this adorable hot cocoa stand by Giggles Galore I saw on Pinterest. What a fun way to bring friends and neighbors together on a chilly afternoon! Mariah simply provided hot cocoa and fun toppings {candy canes, marshmallows, chocolate chips and whip cream} and let customers create their own cup of hot chocolate. Love!

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Read full story By on December 6, 2011 in baby and children, Christmas, Entertaining, holiday decor

Woodland Christmas Table Setting and Decor

The tree has been decorated, holiday cards sent and lights have been placed on the house – Christmas is in full swing at our house! I love decorating for the holidays.
Because there is so much focus on Christmas morning, I thought it be best to have a trial run of our breakfast table. This year it will be a “woodland” theme. Here’s a peek:

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{Resources: plates, napkins, elves, birdhouse and candles from World Market, table runner from Pomegranate and the felt snow felt ball garland from Etsy.}
Cheers!
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Read full story By on December 5, 2011 in Christmas, Entertaining, holiday decor, tables