I know, Christmas is over but it's never to early to start planning for next year (insert evil laugh here). I love the use of this little bottle brush tree for packaging. How adorable and the "Merry" done up with a label maker. Awesome! Found on You Are My Fave.

Merry Christmas....

 Isn't this ornament awesome! I love it! I've said it before and I'll say it again, I sorta have a thing for bottle brush trees. This is too much fun. It was made by Jennifer of the lovely blog The Pretty Purveyor. You can find the DIY steps here.

Merry Christmas to all! I can't tell you how much I love my blog and how much I appreciate all of you for your support! I wish you all a wonderful, safe, fun holiday season! Ho, ho, ho!

Elf on the Shelf for 2012....

 I've only just heard about Elf on the Shelf. I'm completely enthralled by it and think my kids would love it. Definitely a tradition I want to start next year. Now were to get one, hmmm...... If you know where I can get my hands on one in Canada or via the world wide web please let me know! Thank you!

Picture from Krystin's beautiful blog Sappy Apple.

Little Golden Book Bunting....

I'm in love with this bunting! It's made from a vintage, re-purposed "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer" Little Golden Book. Such a fantastic idea. It, and many more cool banners made from Little Golden Books, can be found in the shop collectingfeathers on Etsy.

Snowman Donuts....

 I really wanted to try making some of these for my kids this year but I'm not sure I'm going to get around to it. You can find the directions here on the fun blog Creative Gift & Party Ideas. Instead of icing though I'm thinking mini chocolate chips???

Found via Amy on Pinterest. (pssst, Amy is my sister-in-law. Thanks Amy!)

Free Printable Santa Claus Stationery....

 Such a fantastic idea. Free Printable Santa Claus Stationery from the wonderful blog Design Editor. Found via Amy on Pinterest.

I'm completely in love with these Vintage Stamps found in the fun shop dishyvintage on Etsy. 

You can see more fun stamps here.

Wreath DIY....

 I love this DIY Felt Wreath found on the awesome blog A bit of Sunshine. Realistically I have no time this year to pull this off but next Christmas watch out! You can find the DIY steps here.

Fabric Packaging....

 I love the idea of using fabric as packaging. I found these cuties on the wonderful blog say YES! to hoboken.

Found via Lovely Clusters on Pinterest.

possibiliTrees....

Oh my! I'm in love with these trees from possibiliTree. Amazing! You can choose from 3ft Tabletop trees or 6ft Suspended trees. I'll take a 3 footer please! You can find out more here. 

Found via SimplyGrove.

Skinny Christmas Tree....

 

How fantastic is the Twig Christmas Tree? I'm totally smitten! Found on the lovely blog The Art of Doing Stuff. Via Jessica @ Black.White,Yellow on Pinterest.

 

Bottle Brush Trees....

katesCottage2 on Etsy

VintageJunkyStyle on Etsy

carolfysher on Etsy

I think I have a new obsession with bottle brush trees. 

Holiday Party Drink....

Yum! I want to drink this right now...minus the vodka (psst, I don't drink). It looks so delicious and refreshing. Clearly my body is telling me to get a glass of water. The recipe and some amazing photos can be found and the wonderful blog What Katie Ate. Do not look at this blog hungry! You've been warned!

Pastel Christmas Village....

I think I may have posted about this amazing Pastel Christmas Village last year. Whether I did or didn't it's safe to say that I'm a fan! So fantastic! This wonderful village was made by Olivia. You can see more amazing photos and find out how she did it on her blog, A Field Journal.

White Christmas....tree....

 I loooove this tree! So fun and unique! Found on Creature Comforts Flickr via Shannon's Pinterest.

Christmas Fun....

 Wow! I disappeared for a bit didn't I? Sorry about that everyone. I have no good excuse just really busy! I'm hoping to be better starting off with this awesome Diorama found on Martha Stewart. Isn't it fun? I love the ham can. You can find step by step instructions on how to make your own Ski Slope Diorama here.

Found via Brittini on Pinterest.

Christmas in July....

 Twelve Days of Christmas Greeting Card

No I'm not loosing my mind, it really is a thing! Christmas in July is an annual Etsy promotion. This year it's from July 14 - 24 and I'm participating! I'm offering 10% off everything in my shop excluding shipping and not just on Christmas items! Everything! Use coupon code JULYCHRISTMAS2011 at checkout to receive the discount. 

Get a jump start on the holiday season. Think Christmas cards but also gifts! Stationery is always fun to receive and make great gifts for teachers, grandparents, neighbours, etc. Happy holidays one and all! : )