Christmas in July day 16 — Wrapping Inspiration
Today could simply be about deciding how you want gifts to look this year.
Traditional wrapping never really goes out of style.
Brown paper, red ribbon, greenery, and simple tags always feel warm and timeless.
Christmas in July day 15 — Starting a Gift List Early
You don’t need to decide on everything yet.
Just writing names and a few ideas is enough.
It also helps avoid overbuying.
Christmas in July day 14 — Easy DIY Christmas Decorations
Homemade decorations don’t need to be complicated.
Simple things often feel the most personal.
Dried oranges, paper garlands, greenery bundles, and handmade ornaments all work beautifully.
Goodmorning - was another too hot week.
Regular telework week with Tuesday in town and picnic with cw's.
Friday went to Xavier's baseball game. Afterwards Anne-E decided whe wanted to sleep at grandma's so she came home with us. She wanted to see some Michael Jackson videos on youtube.. how does she even know him, she is 5!
Saturday was a slow day, DS, ddil and Xavier arrived in the afternoon. DDIL washed her car while the kids played with neighbor's grandkids that were there also. The left after supper. Sunday was some housechore but just too hot to do alot. DH has started painting LR wall (in staircase so a bit complicated), he said it will need 3 coats. Had to change the color so the big frame sil gave me will come out good. So instead of olive green it is now beige. Supper was at restaurant with sil, bil and neighbors.
Other sil (youngest) had some bad news about her health but treatments will start soon.
Let's join Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom
Weather this week
WEEK 3 — Handmade & Thoughtful Preparation
Christmas in July day 13 — Starting Handmade Projects Early
If you enjoy handmade gifts or decorations, July is actually the perfect time to start.
There’s no rush yet, which makes everything more enjoyable.
Even simple projects feel more relaxing when they’re done slowly.
Sometimes the problem I have is finding the craft products I need that aren't all available yet. I have already started my handmade Christmas ornaments for this year.
Christmas in July day 12 — Creating a Holiday Budget Early
Even a very simple holiday budget can reduce a lot of stress later on.
You don’t need exact numbers yet. Just categories like:
gifts
food
décor
entertaining
Starting now gives you time.
Christmas in July day 11 — Collecting Simple Hosting Ideas
If you host during the holidays, starting early can make a huge difference.
Today could simply be about collecting ideas you like:
table settings
easy appetizers
simple desserts
decorating inspiration
No pressure to decide yet.
Christmas in July day 10 — Movie Night #2
The Noel Diary - 2022
It’s about going home, dealing with memories, and reconnecting with parts of the past.
It’s slower-paced and works well for a calm evening.
Appetizer idea: Whipped ricotta with honey and toast.
Mocktail: Peach iced tea with sparkling water is light and easy.
