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What She Wore: Christmas Edition

HER

 I always feel like I don't know what to wear and during this time of year I feel like the pressure is on.  Between Christmas and New Years I could lose it.  They are so close together you have to plan for both at the same time.  And if you are like me, I get tired of my clothes every once in a while.  Well this year I made sure to have options!

So what did I decided to wear for Christmas?  

When shopping on Black Friday I found the perfect top at J.Crew. I knew right then and there I was going to wear it for Christmas. Check that off the list!

Here is what I wore. 

  This top was perfect for the day.  J.Crew saves the day once again.

My family and I had a wonderful Christmas. I hope you all did as well. 

Now all I have to worry about is New Years because lets face it, I still am not sure what I'm going to do or wear this year.

What He Wore: Christmas Edition

HIM

Well Christmas is the time of year for cords with embroidered trees, or Santa hats, or even candy canes.  It is that time of year for plaids and bow ties. It is the time of year to go all out on your outfit because it is the holidays.

You can't go wrong with the simple sweater, cords, tie and button down.  And for this year that is what I decided to go with for Christmas.

 Classic green cords for the holiday festive side, followed up with a crisp white button down and plaid tie, topped off with a Polo sweater.

 It all comes together with a Makers and Ginger.

Hope everyone had a wonderful holiday.

For the Holiday Hostess

HER

During this time of year people invite friends and family over to celebrate the holidays.  I find myself running around thinking what to get as a hostess gift.  You know a little something nice.  Now sometimes I feel I over think these little gifts, making it so much harder.  But this year I have some good go to items.

1. Popsations Popcorn 

I have just recently blogged about this great find here in Maryland.  I have to say the Chocolate Drizzle is so delicious it will bring you back for more.  

This is an easy go to gift and the best part about it for this time of year is the White Chocolate Peppermint.  

 

You will be well greeted when walking in with one of these gourmet popcorn bags.  You can find my post about this great popcorn here.

2. Mouth Party Caramels 

These are the best caramels.  Absolutely fantastic, melt in your mouth, perfection are just some of the words that come to mind. 

 I had them as my wedding favors and I was receiving phone calls about them and where to find them.  The answer is right here in Baltimore! People will rave about them.

3. Candles

You can't go wrong with a nice smelling candle.

The Volcano candle is one of my favorites.  Paired with a cute set of matches and you are done.

So when invited over to someone's house don't panic about the hostess gift.  Don't over think what to get.  Simple is always best. 

Ribbon Tree Decoration

HOME

Are you looking for a wonderful Christmas craft for your home during these colder nights?  I have found an easy, cute, fun craft that doesn't need many supplies.  This ribbon tree is great for the holidays and looks cute.

What you will need:

Styrofoam Cone

Pins

Ribbons

Scissors

First figure out the length of the ribbon you would like to use for the tree.  I made these on the smaller size.  It would be fun to make a set of three trees with all different lengths.

After you cut your ribbons to the desired length you can start to apply to the cone.

Wrap the ribbon to make a loop and stick the pin through the top and place on the cone.  For the first row, make sure the ribbons match up with the bottom of the cone.

After the first row continue up overlapping the ribbon not to see the pins.

Once completed you will have a ribbon tree!

I added a star to the top of this one and used glue for the top row so there would be no pins showing.  I had so much fun putting this together.  I may make more with the different ribbon lengths.

Enjoy! Have fun crafting. 

Train Garden Tradition

EVENTS/PLACES

The trains are up and running at The Shops at Kenilworth Mall.  Every year a team of men put together an amazingly detailed train garden that draws a crowd during the holidays.  These men start before Thanksgiving in order to get everything together in time for the little ones to enjoy while visiting Santa.

I believe this is one of the best times at Kenilworth.  Having the trains and Santa at the mall just make that Italian Gardens pizza taste even better!  

This time of year is so magical for the little ones.  I remember my times at Kenilworth and looking at the trains.  All their hard work and details really do pay off because of the joy it brings to the people.

If you have never been to see these trains you have to stop into the mall.  Every year they add new and exciting things to the garden.  You never know what you are going to see!

You can look at the trains a couple times because you will see something new each time.

From one end to another you will enjoy the trains.  There are interactive buttons for the little ones to push making trains moves or helicopters fly.

The details are perfect.  These men truly pay attention.  Each figure is placed in a certain spot bringing together the whole garden.  They want everyone to have a great experience.

  

Just love the little downtown area with the stadiums and the row houses.  How cute! 

If you have little ones it is a perfect outing.  Trains and pizza, you can't go wrong.  Then, you can go up stairs and visit with Santa.

Have fun planning your holiday activities or taking part in the traditions.

 

Elf the Musical

EVENTS

I can't believe it! Elf is coming to Baltimore!  I was listening to the radio and heard something about elf and with the holiday spirit right around the corner I had to check out what they were talking about.  Elf the Musical is coming to the Lyric Opera House right here in downtown Baltimore.  

 

 

Show times are as follows:  

November 22, 2013- 7:30 PM

November 23, 2013- 2:00 PM & 7:30 PM

and
November 24, 2013- 1:00 PM & 6:30 PM

If you are interested in seeing this show here is the website with the information. Lyric

I will try and go see Elf the Musical, but this weekend is so busy for me.  I will have to see what I can do.  I think it would be so much fun!