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DIY Modern Thanksgiving Centerpieces From Natural Materials

November 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)

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Here's a gorgeous spin on the natural Thanksgiving centerpiece from Kayte Terry at CraftStylish. Swoon! Those fabric leaves and those wool-stuffed acorns. OMG, love.

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Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Free Shipping Day, or Buy Nothing Day?

November 20, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (7)

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Photo by SusanBerkley

Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the speedy month of December are right around the corner.

It's true. In less than a week, you're going to be lounging on the couch after Thanksgiving dinner, and some grandma or uncle or cousin is going to say, "Soooo, what's on the kids' wish list this year?"

Ugh, is it really time to think about the holidays, let alone start shopping?

Why, yes, yes it is...

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Thanksgiving Craft: Free Printable Fortune Cookies

November 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)

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Thanksgiving fortune cookies

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Today we give thanks to Amanda of kind over matter for these adorable (printable and FREE) Thanksgiving fortune cookies.

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Thanksgiving Hostess Gift: Leaf Print Tea Towel

November 18, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)

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Photo from Crate & Barrel

Need a nice Thanksgiving hostess gift? A pretty tea towel can make a great gift for your turkey day host or hostess.

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Gratitude Cranes: A Pretty Thanksgiving Tradition

November 18, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)

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Last Thanksgiving, I wrote about the fun tradition of creating a gratitude tree. Here's a new idea for gathering your gratitude in a colorful and birdy-ful way.

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10 Tips for a Greener Thanksgiving Table

November 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)

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Photo from cozycabinmom

Going greener on Thanksgiving doesn't mean you have to give up the indulgence of the day! Indulge in good food and time with family and friends.

Don't indulge in waste wherever can!

Here are some simple tips for making your holiday a little more eco-friendly.

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Putting Up the Christmas Tree in Mid-November: Too Soon?

November 10, 2009 at 12:00 PM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (20)

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Photo by forevermom75

Do You Think It's Too Early To Put Up Your Christmas tree?: that's the question CafeMoms are discussing over in Advice for Moms.

So far the "Yes" vote is winning (although about 35% of you say "No, it's *not* too early").

What's about in your home?

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Will You Spend New Year's Eve at Home?

December 30, 2008 at 11:30 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (3)

Everyone likes something different on New Year's Eve. Some of us like to go out on the town, and others of us like to have family fun at home. Then there are those (me) who procrastinate making plans and then end up with no plans.


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Question: What's your plan for New Year's Eve this year?


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No matter what you're doing this New Year's Eve, tell us more about your plans in the comments below, especially if you have creative and fun ideas for an evening at home (cause I need some).

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Did You Take Your Christmas Tree Down Already?

December 29, 2008 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (19)



I took my Christmas tree down already. And so did tonisalex and several other CafeMoms over in The CafeMom Newcomers Club.

Glad I'm not the only one.




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Pretty Thank You Card Sets: Under $13

December 27, 2008 at 2:00 PM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)

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Whimsical Birds Notecards from Handmade by Andrea Baker


You got some nice gifts this holiday season, and nice gifts deserve a nice "Thank You." Here are some pretty Thank You Card Sets, all under $13.


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