Amy’s Notebook 11.30.11

I am in love with these DIY vintage bookmarks (@ the vintage lemon)

This DIY Pottery Barn inspired advent calendar is so pretty & frugal (@ the feminist housewife)

This dollar store Christmas village makeover is simply genius! (@ The 36th Avenue)

I am dying to make this magnetic advent calendar for our family (@ Twig & Thistle)

These Wicked cupcakes are so cute and a great party theme (@ The Happy Housewife)

These ice cube tray snack trays for a toddler birthday party are just adorable (@ Jennifer Bishop Designs)

Oh, my! Red velvet cheesecake cake sounds like a decadent little treat for the holidays (@ recipe girl)

This fabric gift tag advent calendar is another fun way to countdown the holidays (@ Skip to My Lou)

This double braided scarf looks like a pretty & thrifty holiday gift (@ put up your dukes)

This wreath made from leftover napkins is a creative idea for using leftover party supplies (@ Living Locurto)

This homemade salted caramel hot chocolate looks like a fun winter treat (@ infarrantly creative)

This easy leafy foliage wreath looks like a great addition to the holiday decor (@ make it & love it)

These mitten tags are a fun way to embellish a gift (@ design sponge)

This picture frame upcycled into a chalkboard serving tray is such a cute idea (@ My So Called Green Life)

Cardamom and cream cheese squares look like a delicious little dessert (@ oh joy!)