The Christmas decorations have all been put away and Valentine’s Day is right around the corner.  Time to deck the mantel with pastels and candy hearts.  We have created this simple tutorial to help you create this adorable Conversation Heart Valentine’s Day Frame.

Supplies

• 5×7 picture frame
• White spray paint – use a paint + primer one like if you plan on changing the color of the frame
• Conversation heart candies – we used Brachs
• Glue gun and extra glue sticks

Start with a frame with a thin flat edge.  …

Last year, one of our amazing neighbors “Elfed” us. What in the world is that you ask? If you’ve heard of “booing” or “boozing” your neighbors at Halloween time, this is the Christmas version.  You pack up a few goodies, we like to include some treats for the kids and some for mom and dad as well, and once it turns dark you sneak up and leave it on their doorstep with a note for your unsuspecting recipient.  …

If you’re a fan of National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation we have a few free printable Christmas gift tags for you!.  Click on the image of the ones you’d like to print out to open up the PDF and print.

Print out the tags on 8.5″ x 11″ white card stock and cut out. …

Glass etching is a quick and easy craft that make perfect personalized hostess gifts and holiday gifts.  You can also make a set for yourself … GASP! .. to dress up your holiday table.  We decided to etch votive candle holders that can be found at your local craft store, online and even at the dollar store.…

One of our most favorite Christmas movies of all time is National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.  If you’ve never seen it then you need to stop what you’re doing right this second and watch it.  This lighthearted, hilarious Christmas movie is on constant replay at our house over the holidays.  We’ve come up with a few signs inspired by the movie that would be perfect for your upcoming holiday parties.…