Not all of us have the budget for a special holiday outfit or outfits. I often buy myself a new sweater that I can wear to most holiday functions I have to go to and then continue to wear it for the rest of winter, but save the first wears for those holiday dinners and parties. I am going to share a few tips and tricks I have learned over the years and from friends that can have you take that one new outfit you through the season or update an old outfit so that it seems new again without … [Read more...]

As far as mail goes these days, holiday cards have to be some of the best mail you receive all year. I love to see how much friends and family have grown in the past year and I appreciate the lovely images and greetings each person takes the time to send. It can be too easy to just pile these lovelies up and then toss them at the end of the season.  Here are some ideas for truly embracing holiday greetings sent by loved ones. … [Read more...]