For All Seasons, Reasons & Budgets
Generationally, geographically, historically … Christmas traditions are birthed out of and shaped by many factors! With 2020 being a year many are returning to simplicity (due to social distancing), we thought we’d explore some family Christmas traditions and safe ways to give back this holiday season!
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2020 has really been a year, hasn’t it?! With COVID-19 pandemic restrictions nationwide possibly impacting traditional Christmas gatherings for some extended families, friends, or groups, we thought it might be fun to “sweeten” up the season with a virtual Christmas cookie exchange! Are you in?!
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Christmas and cookies go together like the moon and the stars! Which is aptly fitting since these traditional European Christmas cookies are shaped just like a crescent moon! One bite of these amazing almond crescent cookies instantly transports me back to my childhood! But let’s be honest, who’s stopping at one bite?!
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Chocolate chip cookie recipes are a dime a dozen, but not all are created equal! With the perfect texture and complexity of flavor, we think you’ll agree, these chocolate chip cookies are TOTALLY TASTY and in a league of their own!
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Ribbon bows …. they come in many shapes and sizes and are a fantastic way to dress up a tree top, wreath, doorway, present and so much more! But have you ever felt intimidated at the thought of making your own? Those days are over as we show you how to make a bow with just a few supplies in this post!
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Many artificial Christmas trees these days come pre-lit, it’s true. But what happens if those lights burn out and you’re not ready to part with your tree? Or if you prefer a live Christmas tree? We’re showing you how to light the Christmas tree like a pro in this post!
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Frosty the Snowman™, the Grinch™, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer™, Ralphie from “A Christmas Story™,” Buddy the Elf™ … if these are some of your favorite Christmas movie characters, too, then these DIY Christmas ornaments will leave your tree in good company this holiday season! While it may be easier to buy these licensed items ready for the tree, how much more fun would it be to make these classic personalities from some of the top Christmas movies with your own
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PLEASE NOTE: This post on European Christmas markets was drafted up before the COVID pandemic, which has caused current travel restrictions. We’ve decided to share it as inspiration for when we can freely travel once again. (Instead of dreaming of sugar plums – you’ll surely have visions of Lebkuchen dancing in your head this Christmas😋!) I have a wanderlust heart. Unfortunately, as soon as cold weather hits, I’m in hibernation mode. Traveling in winter wasn’t something I’d ever really considered.
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Keeping the World’s Largest CHRISTmas Store merry and bright all year long takes a pretty remarkable team. While you may see many friendly faces when you visit Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth, Michigan, there are equally as many behind-the-scenes, too. Meet the team!
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Trivia buff? Love Christmas or history? No matter which, you’re in the right place! We’ve got a few fun facts about the World’s Largest CHRISTmas Store you may have been dying to know. Or never realized you wanted to know! In any case, here’s a fascinating sneak-peek at some Bronner’s trivia.😂
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