21 Ideas For Toddler Stocking Stuffers

 Christmas, For Toddlers, Holidays  1 Response »
Dec 232012
 

Toddler Stocking Stuffer Ideas

Ideas for Toddler Stocking Stuffers in Christmas Stockings

Getting ready to fill the little ones’ stockings and out of ideas?  I have some last-minute inspiration for you!  Here are 21 suggestions for toddler stocking stuffers.

  1. Character Toothpaste
  2. Character Toothbrush
  3. Squeezable Fruit & Vegetable Pouches
  4. Crayons
  5. Coloring Books
  6. Socks
  7. Hair accessories
  8. Music CDs
  9. Cartoon DVDs
  10. Small toys
  11. Books
  12. Bubble Bath
  13. Fruit Snacks
  14. Stickers
  15. Small Stuffed Animals
  16. Bath Toys
  17. Feeding Sets
  18. Washable Markers
  19. Bath Foam
  20. Play-Doh
  21. Finger Paints

What suggestions do you have for toddler stocking stuffers?

Meijer Has Your Stocking Stuffer And Pet Gift Ideas! #MeijerHoliday

 Christmas, Holidays  No Responses »
Dec 092012
 

All of the items on my shopping list are slowly getting crossed off.  I’m not as done today as I was at this same time last year, but I’m not worried.  I know what I need, I just need to get out there and get it.  I don’t really know why I’m behind, though; our list only grew by one name.  That name is Gus, my father-in-law’s dog that was his Christmas present last year.

Stocking Stuffers, Pet Gifts, and Gift Ideas

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Sending Out Cards During The Holidays?

 Christmas  6 Responses »
Nov 152012
 

I’ve always wanted to be one of those people who has their family photo for holiday cards taken in June; the cards ordered by September; and addressed, stamped, and ready to mail by October 31st.  It greatly appeals to my organizational side.  Sadly, I have not yet become one of these people.

A big part of it is that Bubbles is still very young, and so she grows and changes quickly.  If we took our family photo in June, by the time the cards went out, she’d barely be recognizable.  Maybe in a few years when her growing levels off some, we can be that family.

2012 Personalized Christmas Photo Cards From Tiny Prints

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Decorative Christmas Clothesline Swag Decoration – Make at Home Monday

 Christmas, Crafts, Holidays  3 Responses »
Dec 152011
 
Make at Home Monday is late this week, but I wanted to share with you a quick and easy decorative Christmas craft that you can make: Christmas Clothesline Swag.
Christmas Craft - DIY Christmas Clothesline
I first saw this sold by AVON like a decade ago and I thought it was so cute.  After buying one for my Mom, I thought it would be really easy to duplicate so I made a few of my own.  Once you make one,  you’ll probably make five; they’re quick and easy to customize to fit whatever decorating theme you follow.  You could do felt top hats and carrots, plus buttons, and have a snowman clothesline; knit socks and hats, thermal long-johns, and scarves for a general winter theme; or felt and wrapped candies for a Visions of Sugarplums theme.  Use your imagination; the ability to personalize is one of the best parts of this project.
To make, all you need, is…
Clothesline (or cording)
Mini clothespins (I’ve seen them at Walmart, Michael’s, etc.)
Miniature or doll-sized winter or Santa clothes
Cut a length of cording about 6″ longer than you want your finished swag to be.  Tie off a small loop at both ends (for hanging).  Starting a few inches from one end, move along the length of the cord and attach the mini clothespins at evenly-spaced intervals.
Use 1-2 clothespins to attach an article of clothing or other item, as shown below.
Christmas Craft - Santa's Clothes for the Clothesline
Christmas Craft - Santa's Socks for the Clothesline
There are a number of different places you can find items to clip.  I found a cute pair of mittens at Hallmark this season; they were a package tie-on, and cost less than $1.  You can also check the newborn section of clothing stores for socks and maybe even hats and mittens; make a few items from felt; or raid your kiddos’ dolls for some of their accessories.
What theme would you choose if you were going to make a Christmas Clothesline swag?

Tasty Tuesday – Christmas Baking Part 1

 baking, brownies, chocolate bark, chocolate-dipped pretzels, Christmas, Christmas baking, Recipes, sweets, tasty tuesday  2 Responses »
Dec 152011
 

Tasty Tuesday is a day late this week, so I guess technically this is technically Tasty Wednesday.  I think that no matter what the day is, you’ll find these are pretty tasty.
Every year I do an assortment of Christmas baking for our family and friends.  I try to bake different things each year to mix it up a little.  This year Pinterest was a great source for inspiration.  I’m still elbow-deep in melted chocolate, so this will be Part One; next week I’ll share the rest of my confections and creations.
So far I have made…
Christmas Tree Brownies

Toffee-Pretzel Bark (from the Brown Eyed Baker)

Chocolate-Dipped Pretzel Rods

…and Chex Mix.

Are you doing any baking this year?  If so, what are you making?

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