The Untrained Housewife authors have some great Holiday game ideas, recipes, and last-minute gift ideas. See some of our favorites!
Christmas Review – IKEA Soft Toys
With Christmas right around the corner, many of us are looking for good last-minute gifts for family and friends. And what better gift is there than one that also benefits children that are in need? Which brings us to the Soft Toy collection from IKEA. They have partnered with UNICEF and Save the Children and will donate approximately $1.47 for each toy sold.
Review of Fast, Fun & Easy Christmas Decorations: Festive Fabric Keepsakes to Create & Embellish by Linda Johansen
Fast, Fun & Easy Christmas Decorations: Festive Fabric Keepsakes to Create & Embellish by Linda Johansen is filled with great simple ideas that I call investable crafts. I say this because the crafts will last for years. Some of my favorites in the book are the fabric wreath, fabric boxes, and the array of ornaments. Most of the projects involve several steps including cutting, sewing, ironing and arranging.
Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas – Frugal and Easy!
Are you out of ideas of what to give your loved ones for the holidays this year? Looking to be more frugal in your gift-giving? Why not add a personal touch by making homemade gifts for those on your Christmas list? Here are five fun, frugal and creative gift ideas that are sure to appeal to everyone!
How to Save Money During Christmas- Best Ways to Reduce Holiday Expenses Without Skimping on Gifts and Fun
Use these tips to save money during the Christmas Holidays, and year around, and reduce gift-giving expenses without giving up holiday fun.
Book Review: A Patrick Lose Christmas: Whimsical Projects to Deck the Halls
If you are looking for some easy projects to make for decorating your home for the holidays or to give as gifts A Patrick Lose Christmas: Whimsical Projects to Deck the Halls is a wonderful book. This book will get you started and finished with twelve projects designed to be completed in a weekend.
“Caramelo” by Sandra Ciseros a Tale of an Immigrant Mexican Girl’s Search for Identity (Book Review)
Cisneros writes a book about a complex immigrant family trying to fit within a set of predetermined societal and cultural rules while trying to uncover the truths of the past. Caramelo is an ethnic-cultural novel about identities and the homeland.
“Confessions of a Shopaholic” Movie Offers Important Financial Message
Confessions of a Shopaholic is a bright comedy film about how out-of-control shoppers ruin their lives. It shows how shopping can be just as much of an addiction as alcohol, cocaine, and other drugs, and how money issues can make people lie to their friends and family.
Introducing Kids to Distant Relatives for the Holidays
Family gatherings can be such special times. But when family members get together for the holidays who do not often see one another, such as with military families, it is important to prepare children ahead of time. A few basic rules, help with transitions, and reminders of home can make the difference between joy and disaster.
Fun holiday breakfast for kids tip – Batter Blaster pancakes
Just got back from crazy pre-Thanksgiving trip to the grocery store and had a good idea to share. Since I’m cooking a giant meal for Thanksgiving dinner, I don’t see having time to prepare a full-on breakfast for my visiting relatives and kids, etc. So while picking up some eggs, I noticed Batter Blaster. We’ve […]
Product Review of the Junior Chef Bake Set in a Box by Schylling Toys
The Junior Chef Bake Set in a Box is a great present for the little assistant cooks in a family. Made by Schylling Toys, the miniature baking kit is designed to be used for real cooking in a real kitchen (with a parent’s help, of course). My daughters loved it!
How to NOT decorate for Christmas
While it is an exceptionally inexpensive way to make the house more festive for the holidays, it wouldn’t be my FIRST recommendation for cheap Christmas decor. What happened? We were doing school Friday morning and I had a paper craft kit for the kids. They each got a gingerbread house cut out and several paper […]
