tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19222553237556080662024-03-14T04:51:54.522-03:00Sarah LillianFashion, Beauty and Lifestyle BloggerSarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.comBlogger88125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-69706439329775280492019-03-18T15:54:00.001-03:002019-03-27T19:48:02.552-03:00Sugar Bubbles Bath Bakery <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy Monday! I was recently gifted two amazing hand-crafted soaps for my birthday and I instantly feel in LOVE ... so naturally I have to share them with you all!<br />
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I received the <a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/strawberry-cheesecake-soap/">Strawberry Cheesecake Soap</a> and the Orange Chocolate Donut Cake and let me assure you, they smell as AMAZING as they sound! I love supporting local, and these Nova Scotian boutiques are worth sharing! <a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/">Sugar Bubbles Bath Bakery</a> have two beautiful seaside locations:<br />
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Inside you'll find their shelves brimming with aromatic soaps, enticing aromas and sumptuous treats for your bath, body & shower! Their Bake Shoppe goodies are filled with skin loving ingredients such as: Shea Butter, Mango Butter, Sweet Almond Oil, Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Cocoa Butter, Kukui Nut Oil, Macadamia Butter and Rice Bran Oil, Aloe Vera, Goat's Milk, Organic Beeswax, Sea Salts, Dead Sea Mud, Canadian Sea Clay, Activated Charcoal, Botanicals and farm fresh honey.</div>
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Another factor that I love is that they are sulphate free never using Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Animal Derived fats such as the tallow found in many commercial bars, or harsh detergents. Their treats are made with high quality fragrance oils that are 100% phthalate free, and contain no suspected Parabens! </div>
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It should be no surprise that their products speak for themselves! The time, effort and love put into each hand crafted soap is incredible, creating a unique and memorable bathing experience every time! </div>
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In addition to their beautiful soaps, they offer a wide array of products such as:</div>
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<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/soap-bars/">Sliced Soaps</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/cupcake-soap/">'Sweet Shoppe Collection'</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/blooming-body-oil-1/">Body Oil</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/bubbling-bath-salts/">Bubbling Sea Salts</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/foaming-bath-bombs-med-heart/">Frothy Bath Bombs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/fizzy-bath-bombs-lg/">Fizzy Bath Bombs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/jumbo-salt-bombs-xlg/">Jumbo Salt Bombs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/bath-shower-smoothies/">Bath & Shower Smoothies</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/shower-steamers/">Shower Steamers</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/skin/">Body Butters</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sugarbubbles.ca/body-scrubs/">Body Scrubs</a></li>
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I highly recommend these soaps, their shops are adorable (the perfect insta spot) and they would make the PERFECT gift for any occasion! I can honestly say that the only complaint I have is that they are way to cute to use! </div>
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<br />Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-55003006651446433752019-03-17T15:00:00.002-03:002019-03-17T15:00:41.550-03:00Ireland Travel Guide | Attractions & Day Tours <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy St. Patrick's Day! In honour of this fun holiday, I thought I would share my Ireland Travel Guide focusing on Attractions and Day Tours that I was able to visit and take part in!<br />
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In August of 2015 I was able to travel to Dublin, Ireland with my friend Taylor to visit our friend Nikki who was working abroad in Dublin. Although our first few days were spent in the city of Dublin, some of my favourite parts of the trip were from our Day Tours we took to see what the beautiful country of Ireland had to offer.<br />
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We booked two Day Tours through Paddywagon Tours. The first tour was the Cliffs of Moher and the second was the Giants Causeway Day Tour. These tours are extremely organized with a detailed itinerary, knowledgeable tour guides, and are extremely affordable considering all of the sites and attractions you see in just one day! Below are details and pictures of the two Day Tours I took while visiting Ireland, I highly recommend these tours to anyone who is traveling to Ireland in the future! <br />
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<b>Cliffs of Moher Day Tour</b></div>
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<b><i>"We take you around the wild and wonderful west of Ireland with its rolling hills, rugged cliffs, amazing forts, historic castles and we do it all in a day. From the lunar landscape of the Burren to the rugged Atlantic shore and sheer splendour of the cliffs, you shall be inspired all day long!" - Paddywagon Tours</i></b><br />
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<b><u>1. Kinvara</u></b>: Famed for its Galway hookers (boats) a truly picturesque photo shop! Kinvara is a lovely little village with fantastic vistas of the Aran Islands. It truly reflects rural Ireland. A quick stop in the village will give you a chance to stroll around and take some photographs of its traditional Dunguaire Castle and the beautiful fishing harbour.<br />
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<b><u>2. Corcomroe Abbey</u></b>: This well preserved abbey is picturesquely sited among the grey hills of the Burren and best known for its lonely situation.<br />
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<b><u>3. Atlantic Coastal Drive:</u></b> You will drive along the beautiful Atlantic Coast and go off the beaten track to the famous 'Baby Cliffs'. These amazing hidden treasures are spectacular, smaller than their big cousins - The Cliffs of Moher, they are an ideal spot to view Whales and Dolphins when they are in our Atlantic waters.<br />
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<b><u>4. The Burren:</u></b> A limestone and fossil Lunar like rock formation, stretching as far as the eye can see with amazing flora and fauna. A truly unique and inspirational experience.<br />
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<b><u>5. Doolin:</u></b> We lunch at the beautiful fishing village of Doolin and admire the surf town of Fanore. (I can truly say the food was amazing and the views were even better!)<br />
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<b><u>6. The Cliffs of Moher:</u></b> After a drive though Black Head, an inspiring and dramatic coastal drive, you will arrive at the world famous Cliffs of Moher. For an hour and a half, you will experience the breathtaking views. Fun fact: the Cliffs of Moher have appeared in numerous films such as The Princess Bride (1987), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009) and Leap Year (2010).<br />
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<b><u>7. Bunratty Castle:</u></b> To end the day you will stop and see the most complete medieval fortress in Ireland. Built in 1425 and restored in 1954 to its former medieval splendour, you will get to take some photos of the magnificent castle.<br />
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<b>Giants Causeway Day Tour</b></div>
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<b><i>"You cannot truly visit Ireland without a visit to the legendary Giant's Causeway! Volcanic activity helped Finn McCool forge this wonder of the world some 60 million years ago. The 6km of sheer cliffs rising to over 90m and forming a series of bays are spectacular" - Paddywagon Tours</i></b><br />
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<b><u>1. Dark Hedges:</u></b> You begin the tour by visiting one of the most popular natural phenomena in Northern Ireland, the Dark Hedges. They were used as a set for the hit TV series Game of Thrones. It was the famous King's Road in Season 2. Planted in the 18th century by the Stuart family, TV fans will be delighted by this stop.<br />
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<b><u>2. Carrick A Rede:</u></b> You will spend an hour strolling along the windswept coastal path with amazing views to and from the rope bridge (optional). Traditionally fisherman erected the bridge to Carrick-a-Rede Island over a chasm 23m deep and 20m wide. With views of the Mull of Kintyre in Scotland and Rathlin Island it is truly an incredible experience.<br />
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* As this bridge is optional and I have a fear of heights, my friends and I opted out and went exploring as you will see in the photos below.<br />
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<b><u>3. Giants Causeway: </u></b>You will continue along the Glens of Antrim, on a coastline drive to the fantastic Giants Causeway. Considered one of the natural wonders of the world, the 37,000 basalt columns form stepping stones leading from the cliff foot under the sea and reappearing in Scotland. Considered as the walkway used by Finn McCool the legendary Irish giant to steal away the most beautiful girl in the highlands.<br />
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<b><u>4. Dunluce Castle:</u></b> A quick photo-stop at Dunluce Castle, perched on a clifftop overlooking the ocean, is considered Ireland's most romantic castle.<br />
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<b><u>5. Belfast:</u></b> To complete the wonderful day, you will take a visit to Belfast city centre. You will be introduced to the highlights of the city such as City Hall and the Titanic Quarter. <br />
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The Storehouse covers seven floors surrounding a glass atrium shaped in the form of a pint of Guinness. The ground floor introduces the beer's four ingredients: water, barley, hops and yeast. Other floors through the tour introduce you to the brewing and transportation process, the taste experience (you will learn secrets of how to best hone your senses so that you can fully appreciate the sight, aroma, flavour, taste and feel of a perfect pint of Guinness), the history of Guinness advertising and includes an interactive exhibit on responsible drinking. The seventh floor houses the Gravity Bar with views of Dublin and where visitors may drink a pint of Guinness (included in the price of admission). </div>
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Founded in 1592, Trinity College is the oldest University in Ireland. It covers some 40 acres of cobbled squares and green spaces around buildings that represent the accumulated architectural riches of over four centuries. </div>
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<li>Liberty Hall</li>
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There are truly so many amazing things to see and do in Ireland, I can't wait to come back one day and explore more of this beautiful country! </div>
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-82394451880569151102019-02-07T13:02:00.001-04:002019-02-07T13:02:45.292-04:00Easy Valentine's Day Gift Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Valentine's Day is only ONE week away and time is running out! Do you need help looking for an easy, last minute Valentine's Day Gift!? I've got you covered! Below are 14 easy Gift Ideas with cute sayings or expressions you can add to a label that will give each gift that perfect finishing touch! </div>
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<li><b>Chocolate Kisses:</b> Fill a mason jar with Hershey Kisses. Make a label that can say <b>"Hugs & Kisses"</b> or <b>"Kisses for when I'm not around"</b></li>
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<li><b>Shoes:</b> Gift you significant other with a new pair of shoes! Create a label that can say <b>"From the day you <u>walked</u> into my life, I've never been happier! Every <u>step</u> with you is the beginning of something amazing!"</b> or "<b>Because you've been <u>Running</u> through my mind since the first day I met you!" </b></li>
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<li><b>Watch</b>: Find the perfect stylish watch and attach a note saying <b>"Today I have loved you for __ days, and I will love you until the end of <u>time</u>!" </b></li>
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<li><b>Starbucks or Tim Hortons Gift Card:</b> Is your significant other a coffee lover? Give them a gift card and attach a note saying <b>"I like you a <u>Latte</u>"</b> or <b>"You <u>Mocha</u> me very happy"</b>.</li>
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<li><b>Beer:</b> Pick up a case of their favourite beer and attach a label saying <b>"<u>Ale</u> always Love You",</b> <b>"<u>Beer </u>Mine"</b> or <b>"Love <u>Brew</u>".</b></li>
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<li><b>Box of Donuts</b>: Inside the lid write a cute saying such as: <b>"I <u>Donut </u>know what I'd do without you", "I <u>Donut</u> know how I got so luck to have you as a friend!"</b> or <b>"<u>Donut </u>forget I Love You!"</b></li>
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<li><b>Nuts:</b> Fill a mason jar with an assortment of their favourite nuts! Be sure to tie on a cute label saying <b>"I'm totally <u>Nuts</u> about you!"</b></li>
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<li><b>Tea:</b> Pick up a cute mug and various types of tea! Don't forget to attach a cute label or note saying <b>"You're my cup of <u>tea</u>!"</b></li>
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<li><b>Bath Bombs:</b> Bath Bombs make the perfect gift and come in so many fun shapes, smells and sizes! Fill a gift basket with their favourites and add a note saying <b>"Valentine, You're the <u>Bomb</u>!"</b> </li>
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<li><b>Scratch Tickets:</b> Pick up an assortment of scratch tickets or lottery tickets, add a cute note saying <b>"___, I'm so <u>lucky</u> to have a ___ like you!"</b> or <b>"I won the <u>lottery</u> when I met you!"</b></li>
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<li><b>Goodie Bag</b>: Fill a brown paper gift bag with a few of their favourite snacks, gifts, etc. On the front of the bag you can write <b>"Brown Bag tied up with a string ... filled with a few of your favourite things!"</b> Be sure to add pretty pink or red tissue paper to the top!</li>
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<li><b>Movie Night In Gift Basket:</b> Fill a basket with their favourite snacks, popcorn and movie! Don't forget to add a cute message saying <b>"Have a <u>Poppin'</u> good Valentine's Day!"</b> or <b>"You make my heart <u>POP</u>!"</b> </li>
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<li><b>Starbursts:</b> Fill a mason jar with Starbursts and add a note saying <b>"Baby you make my heart <u>BURST</u>!" </b>or <b>"<u>Bursting</u> with happiness that you're my friend!"</b></li>
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<li><b>Puzzle:</b> Want to have a relaxing night in? Pick up a puzzle and enjoy each others company! Make sure you tell them you <b>"love them to <u>pieces</u>!" </b></li>
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-53100717096398661382019-01-30T08:50:00.001-04:002019-01-30T08:50:08.323-04:00Valentine's Day Cookies <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Any Holiday is the perfect excuse to make delicious cookies! For <b>Valentine's Day</b> I changed my classic chocolate chip cookie recipe by adding white chocolate chips and red M&M's! They turned out amazing and would make the perfect snack for a quiet Valentine's at home or a perfect gift for that special someone in your life! </div>
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<li>2 cups White Chocolate Chips</li>
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<li>1/2 Tsp Salt</li>
<li>3/4 cup Sugar</li>
<li>1 Tsp Vanilla</li>
<li>1 cup Butter</li>
<li>1-2 cups Red or Pink M&M's</li>
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-75996682070929117862019-01-21T15:12:00.001-04:002019-03-27T20:13:34.611-03:00How to Save Time In The Morning<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-73297506017398552282019-01-01T12:08:00.001-04:002019-01-01T12:08:06.876-04:00My Hopes, Goals and Dreams for Sarah Lillian in 2019<br />
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<b>Happy New Year!</b> </div>
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The first day of 2019 is officially here and I am so excited to see what this year brings! I want to accomplish bigs things both personally and professionally, it will be a year of growth and learning to put myself first!<br />
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As far as blogging goes, Sarah Lillian has been a bit of a rollercoaster the past few years. While studying for my Business Degree, I found it hard to keep up creating new and exciting content for my readers, and truly was not seeing the growth and connection with you all to keep me motivated or inspired to keep pushing me forward.<br />
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However, in 2019 that is all going to change! I have so many hopes, dreams and goals for Sarah Lillian to hit and accomplish! I have truly found my love for blogging and I cannot wait to continue producing fresh, new content for you all!<br />
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Below are a just a few of the goals I hope for Sarah Lillian to accomplish in 2019, if possible I would love if you could help me out with them!<br />
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<li>Hit 500 Instagram Followers! To help me out be sure to follow my <a href="http://instagram.com/lifewithsarahlillian">Instagram</a>! I would love to connect with you all!</li>
<li>Publish 10 Sponsored Blog Posts! This may seem small, but to me this number would be an accomplishment!</li>
<li>Hit 50 Followers on Pinterest! If you'd like to see my daily pins or get inspiration from my boards, be sure to follow <a href="https://www.pinterest.ca/lifewithsarahlillian/">here</a>!</li>
<li>Hit 300 Followers on <a href="https://www.bloglovin.com/@sarahlillian3">Bloglovin</a>! </li>
<li>Publish at least one blog post a week! </li>
<li>Create a profit from my blog while knowing my worth.</li>
<li>Increase my Blog's monthly page views by 1,000 a month.</li>
<li>Double my blogs overall page views. </li>
<li>Connect with more Bloggers both local and international!</li>
<li>Host at least two giveaways! </li>
<li>December 2019 commit to publishing 'The 12 Days of Blogmas'</li>
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I would like to thank each and everyone of you that has read, and supported my blog over the years! I know big things are in store for 2019 and I cant wait to share it with you all!<br />
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To help keep track of everything the New Year brings, I personally love to use a planner. When you write it all down, you can simply clear your head and visualize all you need to tackle and accomplish! While many have made the move to digital planners, a paper planner is still the go-to choice for me! </div>
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* This is a sponsored post for Purple Trail.Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-83796851334026438322018-12-20T18:21:00.001-04:002018-12-20T18:21:38.120-04:00Last Minute Gift Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Christmas is only 5 days away, how crazy is that!? If you haven't completed your Christmas shopping yet don't worry, I have you covered! Below are a few simple last minute gift ideas that anyone on your list will love! </div>
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<li style="text-align: left;">Mittens/ Gloves</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Beanie</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Eye Mask</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Slippers</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">PJ's</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Robe</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Purse</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Makeup Bag</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Sherpa Sweater</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Perfume</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Face Mask</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Makeup Brushes</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Bath Bomb</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Bubble Bath</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Jewelry (Ring, Bracelet, Necklace, Earrings)</li>
<li style="text-align: left;">Nail Polish </li>
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<li>Cologne </li>
<li>Work Gloves</li>
<li>Pocket Knife</li>
<li>Boots</li>
<li>Watch</li>
<li>Shaving Kit</li>
<li>Sunglasses </li>
<li>Work-out Clothing</li>
<li>Tool Kit</li>
<li>Jumper Cables </li>
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<li>Wireless Speaker</li>
<li>Amazon Echo Dot</li>
<li>Headphones</li>
<li>Cook Book</li>
<li>Water Bottle</li>
<li>Thermal Travel Mug</li>
<li>Throw Blanket</li>
<li>Apple Watch</li>
<li>Ipad</li>
<li>Electric Toothbrush </li>
<li>Pop Socket</li>
<li>Board Game</li>
<li>Drone</li>
<li>Candle</li>
<li>Coffee Mug</li>
<li>Bottle of Wine</li>
<li>Gift Cards</li>
<li>Phone Charger</li>
<li>Phone Accessories </li>
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The Cozy Girl Gift Guide is by far my favourite gift guide to create. As a homebody, I live in all things soft, comfy, and cozy! I know I'm not alone when I say that when I get home from a long day at work the first thing I do is change into comfy clothes or PJs! Below is just a few suggestions you can get for any cozy girl in your life!</div>
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Hosting guests this Holiday Season? It's important to create an inviting atmosphere that extends through the whole house. By adding a few heartfelt gestures through-out your house, your guests will have a welcoming and memorable stay.<br />
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<li>Set out mugs so your guests can help themselves to any hot beverages.</li>
<li>Fill a basket with cozy throws and blankets for guests to keep warm.</li>
<li>Print out wifi password and put in decorative frame or letter-board.</li>
<li>Layer the bed with extra blankets or throws for the colder nights.</li>
<li>At the end of the bed, place an ottoman or bench for easy access to suitcases.</li>
<li>In the guest room provide a gift basket or tray with bottles of water, nuts, chips, candy, etc.</li>
<li>In the guest bath, put out travel size shampoo, body wash and other shower necessities.</li>
<li>Provide a pile of fresh, clean towels and facecloths.</li>
<li>If guests are doing their own loads of laundry, provide easy access to laundry detergent, fabric softener and dryer sheets.</li>
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Christmas Eve Boxes are such a great idea and make for a fun, family tradition! Although growing up my family never took part in the tradition of Christmas Eve Boxes I love the idea and plan to start with my future children!<br />
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Fill the box with all the things and snacks you need to make a cozy night at home while waiting for Santa to arrive! Although Christmas Eve boxes are typically given to children, they have been much more popular for adults the last few years!<br />
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<li>Festive PJ's </li>
<li>Fuzzy Socks</li>
<li>Christmas Movie</li>
<li>Candy Canes</li>
<li>Sweets and Treats</li>
<li>Popcorn</li>
<li>Festive Mug</li>
<li>Hot Chocolate</li>
<li>Throw Blanket</li>
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<li>Festive PJ's</li>
<li>Christmas Storybook</li>
<li>Christmas Movie</li>
<li>Candy Canes</li>
<li>Hot Chocolate</li>
<li>Sweets and treats</li>
<li>Popcorn</li>
<li>Reindeer Food </li>
<li>Nice List Certificate </li>
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<li>Keep it Clean and Tidy- Being the best holiday host doesn't mean you have to live in the world's cleanest house, if you have a messy room just close the door! Spend your time focusing on the rooms you guests will see and be spending time in!</li>
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<li>Shop and Stock- Start your shopping well ahead of time! Stock you pantry with a selection of cookies, crackers, nuts and other non-perishables, this way you'll never run out of nibbles.</li>
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<li>Plan and Cook Ahead- Do as much as possible ahead of time. Plan, cook, and clean, prep work is key for a successful holiday party. Make dishes ahead of time, some can even be froze and thawed at your convenience such as quiches and tarts. </li>
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<li> For an easy presentation, use oven-to-table serve ware to help keep food warm and cut down on multiple dishes and mess. If you're looking for super cute, festive and affordable oven-to-table dishes, I find all of mine at my local HomeSense store!</li>
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<li>Don't Go Dry- Keep drinks on hand. Stock up on soda, other mixers, wine and local beer. The last thing you want to spend your party doing is fixing drinks. Set up an easy-to-make cocktail bar with pre-cut garnishes, infused vodkas, and cocktail recipes so your guests can help themselves and you can spend your time mingling and enjoying your company!</li>
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<li>Hosting a large gathering of people at once? Try a buffet style dinner! This gives your guests the opportunity to serve themselves and you want have the stress of a formal sit down dinner. Tip: If using a table, pull away from the wall so there is four available sides, this will keep from lines forming, your guests will be able to enjoy their food before it gets cold and help themselves to seconds with ease.</li>
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<li>Too many friends and family to host all at once? Have a casual open house so guests can drop by any time between certain hours on a specific day. This will be less stressful and give you the chance to enjoy a more one-on-one setting with your guests. Tip: Prepare and serve food that can be made well in advance. Try making lots of smaller dishes that can be easily brought out throughout the day and evening. </li>
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I hope these few simple tricks can help you plan your perfect Holiday Party! </div>
Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-25554715748269202392018-12-15T18:48:00.001-04:002018-12-15T18:48:47.781-04:00Christmas Acts of Kindness<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tis the season for giving. It's sometimes easy to forget this since we are all busy shopping, wrapping baking and attending various social events. The old saying, it's better to give than receive is true. Small acts of kindness bring untold joy to others and spreads the spirit of the holidays. You're never too old or too young to help others in your family or community and what seems like a little thing could make a huge difference is someone's life. Below is a list of acts of kindness you can serve this Christmas!<br />
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<li>Shovel the snow off your neighbours driveway and sidewalk.</li>
<li>Be a Secret Santa for a family in need.</li>
<li>Deliver flowers to patients at the hospital.</li>
<li>Invite a lonely friend, neighbour or relative over for dinner.</li>
<li>Babysit for a single mom or dad so they can do some Christmas shopping.</li>
<li>Send Christmas cards to local nursing home residents.</li>
<li>Go through your pantry and donate items to a local food bank.</li>
<li>Bring or bake treats for the staff room at work.</li>
<li>Pay for the car behind you in the drive-through.</li>
<li>Donate blood and/or sign up to be an organ donor- you could save a life!</li>
<li>Take supplies to the animal shelter.</li>
<li>Smile at everyone you see today.</li>
<li>Let someone get in front of you in line.</li>
<li>Give up your seat on the bus to another person.</li>
<li>Fulfil an Angel Tree request.</li>
<li>Feed someones meter.</li>
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What acts of kindness do you perform at Christmas? I'd love to know in the comments!Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-72828920720059253232018-12-14T19:36:00.001-04:002018-12-14T19:36:50.278-04:00Double Chocolate Chip Cookies<br />
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As a passionate cookie lover, I can honestly say that these Double Chocolate Chip Cookies are heavenly and this recipe is one to add to your collection!<br />
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<li>1 cup all-purposed flour</li>
<li>2/3 cup cocoa powder</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>10 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened </li>
<li>3/4 cup granulated sugar</li>
<li>1 large egg, room temperature</li>
<li>1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla</li>
<li>1 1/2 cup chocolate chips</li>
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<li>Whisk together the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt.</li>
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<li>Add the egg and vanilla and continue mixing until well combined.</li>
<li>Slowly add the mixture of dry ingredients on low speed until well combined.</li>
<li>Stir in chocolate chips (leaving a few to add to the tops of dough balls)</li>
<li>Cover bowl with cling wrap and refrigerate for roughly 2 hours.</li>
<li>Preheat oven to 350F degrees.</li>
<li>Take dough out of fridge, let sit for 10-15 minutes.</li>
<li>Line baking sheet with parchment paper or baking mat.</li>
<li>Roll dough into balls (I use roughly 2 tablespoons of dough per ball) </li>
<li>Bake cookies for 10-12 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool on baking sheet for 3-5 minutes. </li>
<li>Transfer cookies to cooling rack.</li>
<li>Serve and enjoy!</li>
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* To change things up, consider using white chocolate chips or adding mini M&M's to the dough mixture! </div>
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-17942627147366390502018-12-13T18:50:00.000-04:002018-12-13T18:50:44.676-04:00Christmas Decor: DIY Foil Reindeer Frame<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Christmas is my favourite Holiday to decorate for, there is something so magical about the fairy lights, greenery and all things that shine and sparkle! </div>
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To add a festive touch to the frames that are hung at the end of my hallway, I decided to create this super easy buffalo check foil reindeer with items I had laying around my house! </div>
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<b>What You'll Need:</b></div>
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<li>Frame (any size)</li>
<li>Wrapping Paper</li>
<li>Aluminum Foil </li>
<li>Reindeer Head Print Off</li>
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<li>Cut wrapping paper to fit inside frame.</li>
<li>Trace Reindeer Head onto Aluminum Foil and cut out.</li>
<li>Tape or glue Foil Reindeer onto wrapping paper (don't glue or tape down antlers if you'd like a more 3-D effect)</li>
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If crafting isn't really your thing, try framing a piece of your favourite holiday gift bag! You'll still get the DIY feel with less work! </div>
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<br />Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-33753967898764718932018-12-12T19:16:00.001-04:002018-12-12T19:16:47.215-04:00Secret Santa Gift Ideas<br />
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Secret Santa is the perfect gift exchange for a sports team, friends, a large family or even your co-workers, however buying a gift for Secret Santa can be a little intimidating ... especially if you are distant or don't have a particularly close relationship with them! </div>
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If you need help finding the best gift for your Secret Santa, below are a few ideas 'For Her', 'For Him', and for 'Everyone!'</div>
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<li>Candle</li>
<li>Mug</li>
<li>Tumblr Cup</li>
<li>Throw Blanket</li>
<li>Nail Polish</li>
<li>Mittens/ Gloves/ Beanie </li>
<li>Make-Up</li>
<li>Face Mask</li>
<li>Fuzzy Socks</li>
<li>Jewelry </li>
<li>Bath Bomb</li>
<li>Bubble Bath</li>
<li>Make-up Brushes </li>
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<b>For Him:</b></div>
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<li>Shaving Kit</li>
<li>Pocket Multi-Tool Pliers</li>
<li>Pocket Knife</li>
<li>Wireless Speaker</li>
<li>Laser Measuring Tape</li>
<li>Go Pro</li>
<li>Gloves/ Work Gloves</li>
<li>Flask</li>
<li>Sporting Event Tickets</li>
<li>Sports Team Memorabilia </li>
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<b>For Everyone:</b></div>
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<li>Gift Cards</li>
<li>Phone Charger</li>
<li>Phone Accessories </li>
<li>2019 Planner</li>
<li>Candy</li>
<li>Board Game</li>
<li>Watch</li>
<li>Headphones</li>
<li>Slippers</li>
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-6457530069642653472018-12-11T19:04:00.000-04:002018-12-11T19:04:02.041-04:00How to Save Money During the Holiday Season <br />
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Being prepared this Holiday Season can save you a ton of money and time that should be spent enjoying the holidays with family and friends rather than stressing about money, debt and your finances!<br />
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Below are some helpful tips to saving money this Holiday Season!<br />
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<b>Budget:</b><br />
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- Set a realistic holiday budget. Evaluate how much money you have available to spend over the holidays, how much you plan on spending, and allocating a cushion for emergencies.<br />
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<li>Presents</li>
<li>Gift Cards</li>
<li>Wrapping Paper and Supplies</li>
<li>Transportation </li>
<li>Food</li>
<li>Entertainment </li>
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- If you have a larger family, consider having the adults participate in a gift exchange, but the younger children will still get gifts from everyone!<br />
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-If I have multiple friends to buy for, I will buy in bulk (a pack of 18 bath bombs, a pack of 9 nail polish, etc.) and divide them up! </div>
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Add a fun and festive touch to your table this Holiday Season with these candy cane place card holders!<br />
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<b>What You'll Need:</b><br />
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<li>3 Candy Canes (per holder)</li>
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Not only are these card holders the perfect party decor, super easy to make, they are also affordable as you can buy candy canes in bulk! </div>
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If hosting a party or potluck, these place card holders would be perfect with the name of the dish, drink or dessert you are serving! </div>
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Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-32291747075503025972018-12-09T16:31:00.001-04:002018-12-09T16:31:52.694-04:00Snickerdoodle Cookies<br />
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<li>1/2 cup butter (softened)</li>
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<li>1 1/2 cup white sugar</li>
<li>2 eggs</li>
<li>2 teaspoons vanilla extract</li>
<li>2 3/4 cup all purpose flour</li>
<li>2 teaspoons cream of tartar</li>
<li>1 teaspoon baking soda</li>
<li>1/4 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>2 tablespoon white sugar </li>
<li>2 teaspoon cinnamon </li>
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<li>Blend in the flour, cream of tartar, baking soda and salt.</li>
<li>Shape dough into balls.</li>
<li>Mix the 2 tablespoons sugar and cinnamon, roll dough balls in mixture and flatten a little.</li>
<li>Bake 8 to 10 minutes.</li>
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Traveling over Christmas can be joyous, exciting and well deserved, but it can also be super stressful! Below are a few helpful tips to shake the stress and make traveling this Holiday Season a little earlier!<br />
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<li>Organization and planning is key. Remember that many places will book up well in advance at Christmas time as it is a popular time to travel. This includes hotels, transport, tours and even restaurants. Plan ahead of time and make reservations. </li>
<li>Trying to travel with presents can be stressful. You don't have enough space; you're worried something might break. Instead of buying presents, buy something you can do together! Lunch at a popular Bistro, shopping at a local boutique, dinner and a movie, the possibilities are endless!</li>
<li>If taking advantage of previous tip, only pack a carryon. Not only will you save time on packing, it reduces your airport time as you wont have to wait around for your luggage, plus you have the added bonus that the airline wont lose your luggage.</li>
<li>Research your destination before you leave to see if there are any local Christmas events planned.</li>
<li>If traveling internationally, embrace their local Christmas traditions, it will be something you will always remember! </li>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For most people the holidays are synonymous with entertaining. Whether your gatherings are geared towards a small group of friends and family or you host an annual festive blow-out it’s never too early to start preparing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">Don’t break the bank</b> - Have a few signature cocktails for groups. For a large crowd you may want to offer drinks or punches that can be made ahead and kept in pitchers, or even your slow cooker, rather than mixing one drink at a time which can take you away from your guests. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">Know your audience</b> – If you have a large number of beer drinkers don’t choose to serve champagne. Instead you could have small samplers from local craft beer companies and the same goes for ciders. However, if your guests are wine drinkers offer a white or red sangria with lots of fun fruits or a more seasonal flair with cranberries and oranges. For traditionalists there are certain obvious beverages associated with the holidays, so you may want to focus on those that contain eggnog, cranberry juice or buttered rum.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">Remember your guests that don’t drink</b> – In addition to pop, juice or water why not try a festive non-alcoholic punch; or have lemon and lime wedges to go with soda and serve in fancy glasses so they can feel special as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">Specialty Coffees</b> – If you are planning a big sit-down dinner why not end the evening with a specialty coffee featuring your favourite liqueur and a decadent dessert. These can be just as elegant as cocktails and reflect a holiday mood.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Some things to remember besides the alcohol include: cute holiday napkins; a variety of nibbles; lots of ice; lemons, limes, cherries etc… for garnishing glasses or depending on your drink selections assorted spices and glass rimmers; be sure to clearly identify any non-alcoholic punches versus those with alcohol. <u style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;">Most of all don’t let guests drink and drive so that everyone can have a safe holiday season</u>.</span></div>
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<b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Simple Holiday Punch</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 (12 oz) frozen orange juice concentrate</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4 cups cranberry juice cocktail</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 (2 L) 7-Up or Ginger Ale </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Add Ice, sliced oranges and cranberries to float on top.</span></div>
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<b style="-webkit-font-smoothing: antialiased;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Cranberry Sangria</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1 cup cranberry juice unsweetened</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Small cinnamon sticks for glasses as garnish</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Combine kahlua, vodka and eggnog in cocktail shaker with ice. Shake and strain into glasses. Add whipped cream and nutmeg.</span></div>
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<li>Cut a length of twine twice as long as you require. </li>
<li>String a bell to the middle point and tie the twine in a knot. </li>
<li>String the next bell about 3-4 inches from the first and repeat until you are almost to the end. Do the same from the other end also leaving a bit of room on the end to put a loop to wrap around the branches. </li>
<li>I would recommend doing multiple strands to avoid working with excessive strands which can tangle. </li>
<li>To store your garland wrap around a piece of cardboard.</li>
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December is finally here and it's not to late to start thinking about last minute Christmas Gift ideas! I've always enjoyed making and receiving handmade or thoughtful gifts, there is something so magical about personalizing a gift to match someones personality, include their favourite items or play off their hobbies! </div>
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Below are 3 super simple and affordable DIY Christmas Gifts that you can make this Holiday Season! Almost ALL of these items were purchased at my local Dollar Store or Craft Store and can be modified to fit that special someone in your life! </div>
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<b><u>Movie Night In:</u></b></div>
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You can also include their favourite movie, a holiday classic or an iTunes or Netflix Gift Card!</div>
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<b><u>At Home Spa Night:</u></b></div>
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I hope these simple DIY Gift Ideas can help spark your creativity this Holiday Season and inspire you to personalize a few Christmas Gifts on your list this year! </div>
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Let me know in the comments what easy DIY Christmas Gifts you have made this year or in the past! I love hearing new ideas!</div>
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<br />Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-25883999437090018392018-12-04T17:59:00.002-04:002018-12-04T17:59:36.630-04:00Whipped Shortbread Cookies <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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These super quick, easy and delicious shortbread cookies will melt in your mouth and are a family favourite during the Holiday Season!<br />
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<li>1 cup butter</li>
<li>1 cup margarine</li>
<li>3 cups flour</li>
<li>1 cup icing sugar</li>
<li>1/2 cup corn starch</li>
<li>Maraschino Cherries (optional)</li>
<li>Festive Sprinkles (optional)</li>
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<li>Preheat oven to 350 degrees.</li>
<li>Cream together the butter, margarine and icing sugar.</li>
<li>Mix remaining dry ingredients and gradually add to batter.</li>
<li>Blend until the batter mixture is creamy.</li>
<li>Roll dough into 1" balls and flatten with finger-tips or spoon and place onto a parchment lined cookie sheet.</li>
<li>To add some colour, dice up a few Maraschino Cherries OR add some festive sprinkles to the top.</li>
<li>Bake for 10-12 minutes or until slightly golden on the bottom.</li>
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If you give this recipe a try, please let me know how they turned out! I would also love to hear about your favourite Holiday Cookies! </div>
Sarah Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15008519436819434958noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922255323755608066.post-15539528397629013572018-12-03T17:41:00.001-04:002018-12-03T17:41:58.899-04:00Hot Chocolate Station <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">For me, the thought of a steaming mug of hot chocolate conjures up memories of crisp cold days playing outside, roaring fires and of course the holidays. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">This year I’ve decided to introduce a hot chocolate station to my regular holiday décor. Not only is it pretty; but very practical, since it keeps all of my favourite drink toppings in one location (except the whipped cream which has to stay in the fridge). </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><b>The station includes:</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-dehydrated marshmallows</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-packets of hot chocolate</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-colorful sprinkles </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-candy cane stir sticks</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">-milk chocolate chips</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">I’ve even been toying with the idea of dipping some plastic spoons in melted chocolate and letting them harden to be used for stirring. As a special treat I purchased some seasonal themed mugs and added some chocolate shavings. For those that are a bit more adventurous some cayenne pepper provides a bit of a kick… but use sparingly! You can also add cinnamon, nutmeg or other spices that you enjoy!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">There are so many options when it comes to hot chocolate there is truly a flavor for everyone. I see speciality packets of white chocolate; eggnog, smores or even peppermint flavors at local shops. If you like to give homemade gifts or stocking stuffers you can mix together someone’s favorite ingredients, add instructions and place it in a colorful airtight container or bag.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">If you’re planning a special evening you can even add a flavoured liquor or top with a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce. The sky’s the limit when looking at options, so be sure to have lots of choices if you decide to create your own station.</span></div>
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