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3 Simple, No-Sew Advent Calendars
November 27, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)
Advent calendars make the waiting and the countdown to Christmas so much more fun, especially the kind of advents that allow you to tuck a little surprise or sweet inside.
Here are three simple, no-sew advent ideas for counting down, with tiny gifts, the days to the Christmas holiday.
FILED UNDER: christmas, crafts, holiday entertaining, holidays
Nature Centerpiece, Indian Corn Centerpiece: Links I Love
November 23, 2009 at 3:00 PM by Daily Buzz Team - Comments (2)
Photo by cozycabinmom
Cafe Sheri gave us a really great DIY Thanksgiving centerpiece tutorial last week, so I thought I'd elaborate on that. Here are some more beautiful centerpieces to make for your Thanksgiving table:
FILED UNDER: decorating, diy, handmades, holiday entertaining, holidays
DIY Modern Thanksgiving Centerpieces From Natural Materials
November 20, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (2)
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.
FILED UNDER: crafts, dining room, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
Black Friday, Cyber Monday, Free Shipping Day, or Buy Nothing Day?
November 20, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (8)
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...
FILED UNDER: budget finds, going green, holiday entertaining, holidays
Thanksgiving Craft: Free Printable Fortune Cookies
November 19, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)
Photo from kind over matter
Today we give thanks to Amanda of kind over matter for these adorable (printable and FREE) Thanksgiving fortune cookies.
FILED UNDER: crafts, dining room, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Hostess Gift: Leaf Print Tea Towel
November 18, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)
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.
FILED UNDER: budget finds, holiday entertaining, kitchen, thanksgiving
Gratitude Cranes: A Pretty Thanksgiving Tradition
November 18, 2009 at 7:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (1)
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.
FILED UNDER: crafts, decorating, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
10 Tips for a Greener Thanksgiving Table
November 16, 2009 at 11:00 AM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (0)
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.
FILED UNDER: dining room, going green, holiday entertaining, thanksgiving
Putting Up the Christmas Tree in Mid-November: Too Soon?
November 10, 2009 at 12:00 PM by Cafe Sheri - Comments (20)
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?
FILED UNDER: holiday entertaining, holidays
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.
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).
FILED UNDER: holiday entertaining, holidays
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