Christmas Caramels

  

Pinterest made me do it.

I have realized something about myself this year. Decorating is a stress reliever and fun for me. It doesn't stress me out, I look forward to an hour or two at night (or when a certain crazy toddler is napping) when I can decorate. My life is really crazier than it has ever been, but this Christmas I have enjoyed copying a few projects I've seen on Pinterest.  What an amazing resource to access the creativity of others!

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My interpretation: I pulled this from things I already had and made it pretty quickly. It was so much fun!

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My interpretation: I could not believe my luck when I found this wooden hand carved out trough at Goodwill for $5.99. Amazing. I love Goodwill!

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I had the best time the other night making my first homemade ornaments in years. I forgot how much I loved making things like that. I think I may just have to start up another ornament exchange next year. 

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My interpretation: I found the wise men at Goodwill. They were 2.99 each and are hand painted and signed on the bottom from 1971. Amazing. I love them.

I Believe.

I decided a few years ago to narrow my Christmas decorations down a little and focus on a couple of things. Trees, nativities and Santas. It has been fun finding ones I love. I have purchased almost all from Goodwill. My mom has been nice enough to give me a couple as well. I didn't realize how big my collection had gotten until I got them out this year.