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Sometimes a treat really is the best Christmas gift. Go above and beyond and package up some yum with this Christmas Lava Cake Printable. Back when I was in college, my roommates and I survived on cold cereal and microwave burritos. Occasionally we pulled our funds together for a pizza (we would have LOVED getting one of these) and about… Read More
Looking for a winter wreath that doesn’t scream HOLIDAYS?! Don’t miss this pretty DIY winter wreath that could easily remain on the door from early December to Valentine’s! The first of year is always a design challenge for me…I tend to decorate around holidays a bit more than season, so I don’t have a lot of plain “winter” decor. Since… Read More
Wrapping up the holidays? Don’t forget thank you notes! Download this cute gnome-themed holiday thank you card. I know. By now you’ve probably already sent cute photos/videos of your kids opening their presents to grandma, grandpa, godparents, aunts, uncles and everyone in between. An immediate text or a tag on social media is a thoughtful gesture that will undoubtably bring a… Read More
Last-minute Christmas shopping? Check out this simple Twix Christmas holiday gift idea and printable gift tag. It’s perfect for the office or your teenager’s friends. My countdown to Christmas starts long before I pull out the Christmas advent and it’s not just because I share holiday ideas on my blog…My Mom taught me to shop early (and I taught myself… Read More
Looking for a simple gift for neighbors or coworkers this year? Don’t miss this adorable penguin Christmas holiday printable gift tag – everyone loves a good pun! ?
Delight your friends and neighbors with this fun fleece blanket Christmas gift idea. The accompanying printable gift tag will bring a smile to everyone’s face. ?
Celebrate the holidays with this amazing eggnog bread recipe and printable North Pole Baking Co. gift tag. ?
Looking for a simple gift to take into the office or over to your neighbor? Don’t miss this Christmas Holiday Hot Chocolate Printable Gift Tag. I love gifting. Giving the perfect gift is how I show my love to others – my love language. While I’d love to shop for and pick out an individualized gift for every single person… Read More
This soft, modern Christmas holiday printable art will bring a graphic touch to any home this holiday season. Prints are free and available for immediate download. I have a friend who loves to decorate with soft pink during the holidays. It goes perfectly with her bright, neutral farmhouse-style home. Since most of the artwork on the market this time of… Read More
Love taking a peek at other people’s home decor? Don’t miss this Christmas holiday home tour featuring whimsical Christmas gnomes. Welcome to my Christmas holiday home tour! I am so glad to be sharing my home as a part of Krista’s Seasonal Simplicity Holiday Home Tour. The tour features over 45 homes – a handful each day. I am grateful to… Read More
Christmas is coming are you ready? Countdown the days with this easy-to-create 30 minute Christmas advent calendar. I’ve been prepping for Christmas since early November. The house is decorated, most of the gifts have been purchased. It’s time to enjoy the season. I’ve created a simple Christmas advent to help guide our holiday fun and I am so excited with… Read More
Looking for a quick gift that’s perfect for a teen or college student? Be sure to check out this very punny Pizza Christmas Printable Gift Idea. Several of my college roommates have freshman away at college this year…I don’t feel old enough to have a child that age (young at heart, young at heart), but “away” just happens to be… Read More
Looking for a fun Christmas gift idea for teen girls or your own girl gang? This Rudolph the Red Toes Reindeer Christmas Nail Polish Printable Gift Tag is perfect for your girl gang. It’s such a busy time of year and I’ve no doubt that your calendar is jam-packed with tasks and events just like mine. Often the answer to… Read More
Looking for a fun DIY to incorporate into your holiday decor? Don’t miss this fun Sleigh Ride Christmas Sign. It’s a simple project when made with the accompanying cut file stencil that’s available for download. I get asked all of the time if I purchase all new holiday decor every year. While I love a fresh theme, the answer is… Read More
Looking for Christmas decor ideas? Be sure to check out this red and white Christmas mantel, decorated with wood trees and little gnomes. You guys. I am going to be honest. I have been feeling a little bit down and generally not quite good enough the last week or so. Just yesterday, I realized I was telling myself that the… Read More
Whether you call them nisse, tomte or gnomes, these sweet little guys are simply adorable. Follow these instructions to make your own DIY Christmas gnome ornament. I am having so much fun participating in the Happy Housie’s Seasonal Simplicity series. Last week I shared this fun Kringle Cookie Co. Christmas kitchen sign and this week Krista has pulled together over… Read More
Deck the halls with this cute Kringle’s Cookie Co. Cut File and DIY Christmas Kitchen Sign. This easy, inexpensive project will be all the decor you need in the kitchen this holiday season! This post contains affiliate links. I hate to admit it, we’re one week out from Halloween and I am 100% ready to move on to Christmas. I… Read More
Looking for a fun bag for the winter? Check out this DIY felt clutch featuring a fun girly quote. I don’t know what it is about this time of year, but I am driven to organize every last thing in my house. I’ve been working through my holiday decor the last few weeks, but I took a break to focus… Read More
Looking for a quick last-minute gift for someone on your list? Don’t miss this easy-to-create DIY Kindle cover. This post contains affiliate links. I have to admit to being a “liar” right out of the gate on this post…I don’t actually own a Kindle anymore. After my years old Kindle (like the original) finally died, I grabbed the iPad and… Read More
This DIY winter gnome wreath is the perfect addition to whimsical holiday decor. This post contains affiliate links. I’ve been listening to Christmas music nonstop since Thanksgiving. I’m partial to the classics – they never get old. At some point during my holiday decorating Perry Como’s, “No Place Like Home for the Holidays” turned into there’s no place like gnome… Read More
Looking for a wreath that will work all the way through the winter months? This winter wonderland fur wreath is the perfect accessory for your home. This post contains affiliate links. My crafting tends to ebb and flow. Sometimes I am a flurry of projects churning out one thing after another, while there are other times (particularly when I am… Read More
Candles are the perfect gift for just about anyone, particularly dressed up with a bit of string and a beautiful gift tag. Grab this free print and cut Christmas candle gift tag for the ultimate last-minute gift. The other day I read that a candle is the millennial equivalent of the fruitcake. While I’d like to think candles surpass date… Read More
Pretty poinsettia are the focus of this modern take on a traditional winter welcome wreath. Get the step by step instructions on recreating this project today! It’s winter! It’s winter! It’s winter! At least, I think it’s winter. Honestly if we hadn’t already had our first snowfall here in Utah, I’d be a bit suspicious of the calendar. With temperatures… Read More
Looking for playful holiday decor? These llama-themed pillows created with my fa la llama Christmas cut file are just the ticket! You guys! With Thanksgiving now in the rear-view mirror, I finally feel safe to post about some of the fun holiday stuff that I’ve been working on behind the scenes. Today I am sharing my first holiday post as… Read More
Create a dramatic dessert presentation for guests this fall with this decadent Chocolate Butterscotch Lush recipe, created in partnership with Cost Plus World Market. I absolutely love this time of year. The weather cools off, the leaves crisp up, guests pop in and out, and Christmas baking begins in earnest. From the pumpkin spice that appears in early September to… Read More
Everything’s better when it’s miniature! You’ve got to try these creamy-delicious, Tiny Twice Baked Red Potatoes. With the cold weather that settles in this time of year, I really start to crave rich comfort foods. My favorite go-to is always a cheesy potato dish. From our favorite breakfast hash browns to classic Utah “funeral potatoes,” you simply can’t go wrong! These… Read More
Whether you’re of Danish heritage or not, you’ll love Risalamande (Ris a La Mande). This traditional Christmas Eve dish made out of rice pudding mixed with whipped cream, chopped almonds and topped with a cherry sauce is brought to you by World Market. Last year I found myself on my own for the holidays for the first time in over… Read More
These soft, chewy gingerbread cookies, created in partnership with, have all the flavor of a traditional molasses recipe without all of the hassle. One of my favorite holiday traditions is making gingerbread, specifically gingerbread men, for decorating. In fact, my Easy Gingerbread Cookie recipe is easily the most popular on my site this time of year. One of the reasons my recipe… Read More
This simple-to-make modern holiday wreath is the perfect touch for any front door! My home is a pretty traditional space, but it’s sprinkled with modern touches like a cement mantel, loads of big windows and small pieces of decor. Holiday decor can be so over-done, I really wanted to create a simple, modern holiday wreath this year. The hallmark of a… Read More
This conversation is sponsored by Cost Plus World Market. Retail therapy. It’s a real thing… It helps that we’ve entered into the holiday season when purchases and spending are a teeny tiny bit more easy to justify, because I’ve found myself wandering the isles of my favorite stores a bit too often. I have more gifts than gift wrap sot his past… Read More
I work at home and with the exception of Jersey barking for attention, it can get a little quiet around here. It’s rare for a day to pass where I don’t tap into my iTunes playlist for a little juice. With Christmas right around the corner, I’ve been pumping out holiday tunes. There’s nothing I love more than a traditional… Read More
Oh my gosh. I can’t believe Christmas is upon us! I’ve purchased the gifts, wrapped them all up and we’re ready to go…All that’s left is some holiday baking. Yay! I can’t tell you how many AMAZING Christmas projects were linked up at Show + Tell last week. DYING. I hope you will go back and pin a few. We’re… Read More
I’ve so enjoyed sharing last-minute gift ideas from some of my favorite bloggers! Today my friends Aimée and Bettijo here from PagingSupermom.com are visiting with a fun iTunes gift card Christmas packaging idea. Hello! Aimée and Bettijo here from PagingSupermom.com. We’re so excited Tauni invite us over to share a last-minute gift idea. During the holidays we love to keep a stash of gifts handy,… Read More
I am absolutely obsessed with fancy gift tags. Typically I scour post-holiday sales for deals on pretty tags I can hang on to. Last year, I didn’t make it out to the shops in time and so this year I am making my own! This year I am using a lot of office supplies in my gift wrap. I love… Read More
We’re having such fun with our last-minute holiday gift series. We’ve got lots of great post ideas to be shared and can’t wait for you to be able to check it all out! Today Angel, from Fleece Fun is here sharing a cute bracelet pincushion tutorial. It would sure make a fun gift, but I have to be honest I… Read More
Are you enjoying our last-minute gift series? It’s been such fun featuring the creative work of some of my favorite bloggers! Today I am joined by one of the most wonderful women I know, Bev. Bev’s site, Flamingo Toes, is one of my go-to sites for inspiration. I love everything she does and am so grateful to have her here sharing… Read More
I am absolutely thrilled to have Melissa, from the Polka Dot Chair, visiting today to share her fun monster gift card holders. These little guys are stinking adorable and I know they would make my boys so happy! Hey there SNAP fans! My name is Melissa Mortenson and I blog over at the Polka Dot Chair. I’m very excited to… Read More
I am so excited to get started on our handmade holiday gift series for 2014! I’ve invited some of my VERY FAVORITE crafters to join me during the month to share some fun handmade gifts with you.Today, you get to meet Katie, from The Casual Craftlete, who’s sharing a fun Christmas treat jar and printable gift tag. Christmas Treat Jar… Read More
Oh, Christmas tree! Oh, Christmas tree! How much I love to craft thee. The decorated Christmas tree is one of the things I most look forward to every holiday season, which is why I am in love with so many of the Christmas tree crafts I see floating around Pinterest. Here are some of my favorites. . . 14 Favorite… Read More
Oh my goodness…I definitely needed to write this post to inspire me to actually do something fun with my front porch. Decorating your porch for the holidays makes your home feel so warm and inviting and welcomes guests for family parties or get-together’s with friends. I guarantee you’ll find some fabulous new ideas to help you get your porch ready… Read More
You guys, I was so excited to hop out to my mailbox the other day and find a sweet gift from my friend . There’s nothing like a little happy mail to brighten your day, right?! Normally I wouldn’t write up a whole post on fun mail from a friend, but Kami’s package gave me the perfect incentive to gush… Read More
Editor’s Note: Kimberly, from A Night Owl, has been a regular participant in Show & Tell Wednesday for nearly two years now. She’s an incredible crafter and balances it all amidst being a mom, a wife and working outside the home. Please give her a big welcome! xoxo Tauni Hi SNAP friends! Kimberly from A Night Owl here and I… Read More
When I was young, I had aspirations… I wanted to be an advertising executive, the President and well, I really wanted to work at the seasonal gift wrap booth in the mall. Sadly, I never held any of these lofty positions. However, I do consider myself something of a gift wrap hobbyist. Soooo…. Imagine my excitement at the opportunity to… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive, easy holiday craft kids and adults can enjoy? Don’t miss these modern cardboard yarn ornaments. Recently, I was given the task to come up with some last minute Christmas decor. It was a little more difficult than anticipated. If I had actually been in a time a crunch, like I usually am, it probably would have… Read More
Editor’s Note: Please meet Brenda, from From Me, With Love. I simply love Brenda’s clean, simple take on things and I am thrilled that she’s joined us as a regular contributor for 2014. Hi everyone! I am Brenda Bird, a graphic designer, and I blog over at From Me, With Love, a lifestyle, design and style blog. I am beyond… Read More
Editor’s Note: Please welcome one of my favorite bloggers Michele, from The Scrap Shoppe. Michele has been such a support to me through the years – consistently one of my best commenters and a wonderful friend. I am excited that she has agreed to participate as a regular contributor in 2014! Hi there! I’m Michele from The Scrap Shoppe, and I… Read More
I love seeing all of the fun holiday projects you’ve been working on! I thought I’d share a few great holiday printables and tags that you can use over the next few weeks! Show & Tell Highlights Merry Little Christmas Printable via Five Heart Home Joy to the World Printable via Yellow Bliss Road Under the Mistletoe via Love Grows… Read More
Editor’s Note: I am thrilled to be joined today by Mandy, from Sugar Bee Crafts, who will be a regular contributor to Snap in 2014. I met Mandy at our first Snap Conference. She’s been a great supporter through the years and frequently shares projects in our weekly Show & Tell party. Hi Everyone! I’m Mandy and I blog at… Read More
*Editors note: I am excited to welcome Gina, from Kleinworth & Co., to the site today. Gina is joining the team as a new contributor and I am so grateful to have her on board. I “met” Gina via Show & Tell Wednesday. Every post she shared in the linky was amazing. Visit her site. I think you’ll be pretty… Read More
*Editor’s note: I am so excited to introduce Ariean, from One Krieger Chick, who’s joining me here at Snap as a regular contributor. Ariean recently participated in the So You Think You’re Crafty competition and I was blown away by her work! Hop over to her site, I think you’ll be impressed as well! Hello Friends! This is my absolute… Read More
Before we jump into Show & Tell and the great holiday craft & recipe ideas I will be showcasing, I just have to ask. Did you see Rebecca’s awesome DIY nutcracker art? I love the modern touch. Be sure to check it out! DIY Nutcracker Wall Art made by The Crafted Sparrow I love this time of year. From early… Read More
Hello friends. Have you decked the halls yet for Christmas? I am almost finished. Today I am sharing my DIY Nutcracker Silhouette Wall Art with you. I made these for my son since he begs every year for a new nutcracker. I’m not a huge fan of the traditional nutcrackers, so this was my compromise. I love how they turned… Read More
Today I am smooshing a few of my FAVORITE holiday snacks together and sharing them with you in the form of a super-yummy treat! We’re making GINGERBREAD POPCORN! It seems to me the holiday traditions that really endure are typically the most simple ones. There are few things more pervasive in holiday history than popcorn (think strings decorating the tree)… Read More
Okay. I can’t decide if it’s me, or the linky but friends, you kill me with these delicious recipes…I am feeling like I can blame the holiday weight on YOU! In any event, today I am taking a bit of a different approach. I thought I would share a few of the awesome Christmas projects that were linked up. Show… Read More
About a month ago my friend Becky, from The Crafting Chicks, invited me to participate in the Thanks a Day Gratitude Challenge. Each day in November, The Chicks provided a gratitude writing prompt along with a free printable thank you card – what a fun series! I contributed a free printable thank you card. Here’s what it looked like… This… Read More
My parents are moving next summer and the change is about to unearth one of my dirtiest little secrets…I love snow globes. I have a particular affinity for Disney snow globes and may have, oh somewhere in the neighborhood of 15 at my parents house. I know. They are horribly cheesy, but there’s something about them that just makes me smile. All… Read More
Show & Tell Highlights There were so many great projects this week, I am going to have to split up the features in two…Watch later this week for some great holiday cookie ideas. In the meantime, let’s get this party started… I think we’ve discussed my freakish love for advent calendars? I love this wall mounted wood Christmas tree advent from… Read More
The Christmas season is officially upon us. If you haven’t had a chance to decorate your tree yet, today we’ve got a round-up of 12 amazing DIY Christmas ornaments. Christmas is all about family. So what better way to decorate your tree than with family photos? Check out these cute DIY glittered family photo ornaments that No. 2 Pencil shared on Tatertots… Read More
Every year while decorating my tree I try to come up with one ornament I can make to help fill the space. Mostly because I have a new color scheme on my tree every year, so it helps cut down on the cost of purchasing new ornaments as filler for the tree. Today I’m sharing an easy DIY Christmas Ornament… Read More
I am participating in a holiday sweet treat round up with over 50 other bloggers, sharing their favorite holiday recipes. Be sure to scroll all the way through this post to view all the amazing recipes that have been shared…This is one you will not want to miss!!! There are some things that just “sing” Christmas to me…snow, mittens, peppermint… Read More
I can’t believe that December is almost here! Time to start pulling out the decorations and getting those advent calendars prepared. Today we’ve rounded up nine fun advent calendar ideas if your itching to try something new this year. I love the idea of this Christmas Bucket Advent Calendar. There is a small gift for each day leading up to… Read More
The Christmas crafting season is upon us! I thought today I would share a quick and easy tutorial that is sure to “sweeten” your Christmas decor. I know you have all seen the old fashioned ribbon candy that typically shows up during the holiday season. They’re so pretty and one of my favorite candies to look at. So today, I’m sharing my Felt Ribbon… Read More
Hi there SNAPers!! I’m Jen from Tatertots & Jello. Can you believe it’s December already?? Are you ready for the most festive season of the year? I love this time of year. One of the things I love most about Christmas is the sense of history from seasons past. Do you have a collection that you love to display at… Read More
About a month ago my friend Becky, from The Crafting Chicks, invited me to participate in the Thanks a Day Gratitude Challenge. Each day in November, The Chicks provided a gratitude writing prompt along with a free printable thank you card – what a fun series! I contributed a free printable thank you card. Here’s what it looked like… This… Read More
When I was young, I had aspirations… I wanted to be an advertising executive, the President and well, I really wanted to work at the seasonal gift wrap booth in the mall. Sadly, I never held any of these lofty positions. However, I do consider myself something of a gift wrap hobbyist. Soooo…. Imagine my excitement at the opportunity to… Read More
I am absolutely thrilled to have Melissa, from the Polka Dot Chair, visiting today to share her fun monster gift card holders. These little guys are stinking adorable and I know they would make my boys so happy! Hey there SNAP fans! My name is Melissa Mortenson and I blog over at the Polka Dot Chair. I’m very excited to… Read More
Looking for an inexpensive, easy holiday craft kids and adults can enjoy? Don’t miss these modern cardboard yarn ornaments. Recently, I was given the task to come up with some last minute Christmas decor. It was a little more difficult than anticipated. If I had actually been in a time a crunch, like I usually am, it probably would have… Read More
Whether you’re of Danish heritage or not, you’ll love Risalamande (Ris a La Mande). This traditional Christmas Eve dish made out of rice pudding mixed with whipped cream, chopped almonds and topped with a cherry sauce is brought to you by World Market. Last year I found myself on my own for the holidays for the first time in over… Read More
I work at home and with the exception of Jersey barking for attention, it can get a little quiet around here. It’s rare for a day to pass where I don’t tap into my iTunes playlist for a little juice. With Christmas right around the corner, I’ve been pumping out holiday tunes. There’s nothing I love more than a traditional… Read More
Looking for a quick last-minute gift for someone on your list? Don’t miss this easy-to-create DIY Kindle cover. This post contains affiliate links. I have to admit to being a “liar” right out of the gate on this post…I don’t actually own a Kindle anymore. After my years old Kindle (like the original) finally died, I grabbed the iPad and… Read More
These soft, chewy gingerbread cookies, created in partnership with, have all the flavor of a traditional molasses recipe without all of the hassle. One of my favorite holiday traditions is making gingerbread, specifically gingerbread men, for decorating. In fact, my Easy Gingerbread Cookie recipe is easily the most popular on my site this time of year. One of the reasons my recipe… Read More
My parents are moving next summer and the change is about to unearth one of my dirtiest little secrets…I love snow globes. I have a particular affinity for Disney snow globes and may have, oh somewhere in the neighborhood of 15 at my parents house. I know. They are horribly cheesy, but there’s something about them that just makes me smile. All… Read More
The Christmas crafting season is upon us! I thought today I would share a quick and easy tutorial that is sure to “sweeten” your Christmas decor. I know you have all seen the old fashioned ribbon candy that typically shows up during the holiday season. They’re so pretty and one of my favorite candies to look at. So today, I’m sharing my Felt Ribbon… Read More
Every year while decorating my tree I try to come up with one ornament I can make to help fill the space. Mostly because I have a new color scheme on my tree every year, so it helps cut down on the cost of purchasing new ornaments as filler for the tree. Today I’m sharing an easy DIY Christmas Ornament… Read More
Everything’s better when it’s miniature! You’ve got to try these creamy-delicious, Tiny Twice Baked Red Potatoes. With the cold weather that settles in this time of year, I really start to crave rich comfort foods. My favorite go-to is always a cheesy potato dish. From our favorite breakfast hash browns to classic Utah “funeral potatoes,” you simply can’t go wrong! These… Read More