It’s still early in December as I write this and I don’t know about you, but I’m already wondering how to get it all done! As I planned out my month I thought it would be helpful to create one great resource for Christmas ideas. I compiled this list of Christmas recipes, Christmas craft ideas, Christmas traditions, and even shopping and money-saving tips to help you (and me!) get through this month. Christmas is supposed to be a SPECIAL time, not a stressful one. I hope these 75+ Christmas ideas will be helpful to you during this time! (If you need more help, perhaps try the adult egg nog. I hear that’s a great holiday help…)
Baking and Sweets
Candy Cane Brownies from Simply Stacie
White Chocolate Peppermint Egg Nog from The Kitchen Is My Playground
Chocolate Peppermint 4-Layer Dessert from Mom on Timeout
Tips to Ice Sugar Cookies from Kirsten Oliphant
Egg Nog French Toast Sticks from The Grant Life
Health(ier) Chocolate Mint Brownies from Blessed But Stressed
Candy Cane Cookies from The Kitchen Is My Playground
Andes Mint Shortbread Cookies from Kirsten Oliphant
Peppermint Trifle from One Creative Weekend
Meringue Christmas Trees from Life, Love, Liz
Peppermint Oreo Snowballs from Kirsten Oliphant
Hot Chocolate Cake from The Grant Life
Creative Ideas for Kids
Garland with Kids’ Art from Bare Feet on the Dashboard
Peppermint & Gingerbread Play Dough from Cents Less
Homemade Clay Handprint Ornaments from Tips from a Typical Mom Blog
Mistle-Toes Footprint Ornament from Director Jewels
How to Send a Letter to Your Kids Post-Marked North Pole from The Jenny Evolution
Fingerprint Christmas Light Craft from Crafty Morning
Thumbprint Reindeer Ornaments from Mom vs The Boys
Jingle Bell Wreath Craft from Jinxy Kids
3 Christmas Hand & Foot Print Canvas Pictures from Pinterest Told Me To
DIY & Decor
Knockoff Anthropologie Snow Globes from Eat Pray Read Love
No-Sew Burlap Christmas Tree Skirt from The Thinking Closet
Burlap Coffee Filter Wreath from Moms Confession
Lighted Marquee Letters from A Dose of Paige
Hubcap Wreath from Kirsten Oliphant
Muffin Tin Advent Calendar from Domestic Imperfection
Snowman Tree Topper from Grinning Like an Idiot
Metallic Painted Pillow Covers from Kayla Aimee
Metallic Advent Calendar from Ribbons & Glue
Burlap Holiday Wreath from The Nerd’s Wife
Shadowbox Ornament from Little Miss Celebration
Candy Cane Wreath from Really, Are You Serious?
Gold Brushed Pine Cone Ornaments from The Thinking Closet
Christmas Canvas from Simply Darrling
Rustic Christmas Ornaments from Ribbons & Glue
Hot Chocolate Spoons from The Nerd’s Wife
Photo Ideas
16 Tips to Capture Christmas Morning Photos from Click It Up a Notch
DIY Photo Booth from Little Pumpkin Grace
How to Take Pics of Your Christmas Tree Lights in Manual Mode from The Law Tog
25 Cute Christmas Photo Ideas from Lolly Jane
Freebies
Printable Gift Tags from The Grant Life
Holiday Baking Planner with Printable from Meal Planning Magic
Shopping List Printable from The Spectacled Owl
Christmas Mad Libs from Are We There Yet?
Dear Santa Printables from Farmer’s Wife Rambles
Merry Christmas Banner Printable from Our Knight Life
Christmas Meal Planner from More Than a Mom of Three
Questions to Inspire Awe from Kirsten Oliphant
Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt Printable from The Dating Divas
Budget Tips
Printable Christmas Budget from A Dose of Paige
5 Money Saving Christmas Card Hacks from Teressa Jane
Save Money Shopping Online from Kirsten Oliphant
5 Ways to Save Money from Bare Feet on the Dashboard
Have a $5 Christmas from Frugal Homeschool Family
$5 Stocking Stuffer Ideas from Couponing 101
The Reason for the Season
The Star of Bethlehem- The True Story of the Christmas Star
Make Him Room Advent Devotionals by Kirsten Oliphant
Rediscovering the True Spirit of Christmas by Jeff Goins
Why Celebrate Advent from Teressa Jane
Why I Don’t Get Bent Out of Shape Over Happy Holidays from Eat Pray Read Love
The Beauty of a Candlelight Service from Kirsten Oliphant
Traditions for the Family
Christmas Eve Traditions from Occasionally Crafty
10 Family Traditions from Crazy Little Projects
25 Christmas Traditions from The 36th Avenue
10 Christmas Eve Traditions from Rad Mom, Cool Kid
Tips & Tricks
15 Tips to Ruin Your Family Holiday from Kirsten Oliphant
21 Christmas Hacks from Kids Activities Blog
5 Organizing Tips from Moms Confession
Embracing an Imperfect Holiday from Beauty Through Imperfection
Tips for Fighting the Holiday Blues from Blessed But Stressed
5 Ways to Simplify the Holiday Season from Bare Feet on the Dashboard
The Guide to On-Time Christmas Prep from Laura Sue Shaw
How to Wrap a Tree in Lights from Tree Lights, Etc
Christmas Hacks from Your Modern Family
Make Your House Smell Like Christmas from Sarah Hitus
How to Help a Caregiver at Christmas from Blessed But Stressed
Pet Ideas
Tips for Taking Christmas Pet Photos from Grrfreisty
DIY Dog Photo Ornaments from The Bark Spot
Gingerbread Dog Treats from Two Little Cavaliers
Christmas Pet Photos Pinterest Board
Whew! I hope that these Christmas Ideas help get you through this busy month! No matter what things get done or don’t get done on your list, remember JOY. Remember the wonder and the hope and the celebration that is Jesus coming to earth as a baby, fully man and fully God. He came for YOU and he knows your name. Don’t lose sight of that in the hustle and the bustle. If you want to come wander and wonder together, join my Make Him Room Facebook group!
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