And So It Begins . . .

Do you feel it?

Oh the excitement of the Christmas season is upon us!

Just like every year, the day after Thanksgiving is a Christmas extravaganza in our home.

We blare Christmas music, untangle twinkle lights, and deck the halls!

It truly is a magical time of year. 

Also on the list is chopping down our Christmas tree.

So we bundled up and headed into the woods with our favorite people.

 I am SO thankful our girls get to grow up with their cousins.

They truly are the best of friends.

(notice all the 'hunter's orange? ' Yesterday was the close of the season)

We sledded

Warmed up with hot chocolate and apple pie pockets.

And of course found the perfect trees.

 I have a crush on this lumber jack

 

It was the perfect way to start the Christmas season!

So how did you spend your weekend?

Have you started your Christmas shopping? 

I realize some of you are smiling with the satisfaction of knowing you are done.

Not me.

I haven't started, not a single one.

I know, 

I need to get on it.

If you know me, you know I truly love to make things.

And I equally love to receive a home-made gift.

There is something so special knowing someone thought of you and created something just for you.

I mentioned the other day that my dear friend Alicia is hosting a super fun homemade gift giving series.

You absolutely need to go check it out.

Alicia started the series out by making the sweetest clay ornaments.  I can't wait to get the supplies to make them myself.  

Yesterday Melissa showed how to sew the cutest little gift bags.

And today I'm showing how to embroider a fun little ornament.

 So head on over and check out all the fun!

Merry Christmas season to you!