The Christmas holiday is a traditional time for families to be together.  However, for whatever reason this is not always possible.  For example, if you have loved ones in the armed services they could be stationed overseas.   Or perhaps due to finances you are unable to be together over the Christmas holiday. Read more »

If you are looking for a nice wood craft project then these Heart shaped decorations are great for Christmas.  It may be too late in the season to make them now but think about Valentines Day, birthdays or possibly getting an early start on making gifts for next Christmas. Read more »

Scrapbooking has gained in popularity over the last few years. How about creating a Christmas scrapbook for everyone to enjoy. You could even make a separate one for each family member for a special keepsake. Read more »

If the kids are on Christmas break chances are you are trying to think of creative things to do to keep them busy. One project that they are sure to enjoy is making their own sugar cube igloo.  Not only is this a fun craft for the holidays, it is also another great cheap Christmas decorating idea. Read more »

With the Christmas season fast approaching and costs for staples like milk and bread rising, frugal Christmas activities are an excellent option. While you may think that you are missing something by choosing handmade crafts and gifts this season, there is definitely a lot to gain by choosing family projects over a trip to the mall. These holiday ideas will help you have a beautiful Christmas season, for a lot less. Read more »

Pipe cleaner Christmas ornaments are not only very pretty but they are very inexpensive to make.  They actually look very impressive yet so simple to make.  Use pipe cleaner Christmas ornaments on your own tree or give them out as party favors.  You even include them with a Christmas gift by decorating the package with one. Read more »

Would you like a creative gift idea for dad, grandpa, your husband or any other men on your Christmas list?  How about keeping him and everyone else warm this winter with a tie snake draft blocker.  A tie snake is is a great way to recycle all those unworn ties.   A creative gift idea indeed! Read more »

There is a lot of work and expense that goes into throwing a Christmas party.  If you are having it at your home and doing all the cooking then there is food to be purchased and prepared, not to mention the cleaning and decorating.  If you plan to give out Christmas party favors then you also need to plan for that. Read more »

Do you remember how popular snowglobes used to be?  There was a time that you could find a unique snowglobe just about anywhere you traveled to keep or give as a souvenir.  They may not be as popular as they used to be, however children are still fascinated by them.  You can easily make your own Christmas Snowglobe to decorate for the holidays or even to give as inexpensive gifts.  And of course what makes it even more special is that it is something that you made yourself! Read more »

There was a time when children would get just a few special gifts for Christmas.  In fact, until the middle of twentieth century children received fewer gifts, with many of them being hand made.  With todays economy many parents are thinking about how to make things simpler at Christmas while still giving their children wonderful holiday memories. Read more »

It seems that when the holidays come around it is an extremely stressful time for everyone. All the shopping, decorating and parties that you need to go to is enough to really put a dent in your budget.  One solution to the holiday stress is to give away handmade Christmas gifts. This will eliminate the need to go shopping for anything but ingredients.  Handmade Christmas gifts are some of the greatest gifts to not only give away but to receive.  Read more »