Monthly Archives: December 2009
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays! I could not be more thankful for my readers and for this wonderful outlet for sharing. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday season and I will see you all back here after the New Year! xoxo,Amy
Amy’s Notebook 12.23.09
This felted wool mistletoe is beautiful (@ A Foothill Home Companion) This Christmas star cookie wreath is so beautiful (@ The Farm Chicks) These chocolate covered marshmallow cookies look like a festively delicious snack (@ Annie’s Eats) I am loving … Continue reading
Our Thrifty (And Holiday-Inspired) Birthday Party
This was a big year for Emily! We celebrated her birthday with a family brunch and followed it up with her first fantastic friend birthday party with twenty-six guests! While throwing two parties may sound expensive, I wanted to share … Continue reading
An Apron Full of Giveaways 12.22.09
Photo Credit: Ma Chere Finery , $49.00 Thanks so much for swinging by for our Apron Full of Giveaways! Each week we share a link list of great contests to enter and share about our own latest giveaways. Our giveaway … Continue reading
A Gingerbread Kind of Day
Each year I make our family a giant batch of gingerbread waffles as soon as December hits. Much like our pumpkin waffles, these are a treat that our family looks forward to each year. It is a recipe worth doubling … Continue reading
Freebie Friday: December 18, 2009
Happy Freebie Friday, everyone! It is another jam-packed week full of freebies thanks to Freebies 4 Mom! Heather’s site is my number one resource for freebies and be sure to visit her blog this week for tons and tons of … Continue reading
A Round-Up of Homemade Hostess Gifts
I love to give hostess gifts because they don’t cost very much at all, but can say a lot about who you are and the person you are giving it to. In my opinion, giving a homemade gift shows that … Continue reading
Amy’s Notebook 12.16.09
These peppermint fudge cakes look like a delicious holiday treat! (@ The Farm Chicks) I love this sweet little gift card wallet (@ Screen Prints Blog) This homemade Christmas tree looks beautiful and delicious (@ Chickens in the Road) This … Continue reading
Gifts You Can Make: Knitted Prayer Shawls
I realize that not everyone can knit so I have kept my knitted gifts for last in this series. Many of my gifts this year have been knitted ones which is why I wanted to share with you a few … Continue reading
An Apron Full of Giveaways 12.15.09
Photo Credit: City Girl Aprons , $23.00 Thanks so much for swinging by for our Apron Full of Giveaways! Each week we share a link list of great contests to enter and share about our own latest giveaways. We have … Continue reading
