DIY Fall Faux Leather Drink Markers

By Catherine Cardona /

Thanksgiving is coming up soon, so that means setting the table with your favorite plates and décor, gathering up friends and family, and feasting on an amazing meal. With so many guests at the house, it can get confusing whose wine glass is whose. Next thing you know, you have half-full glasses of wine everywhere- and no idea which one was yours! And we don’t want a drop of wine wasted, right?

How about creating these easy and affordable personalized drink markers for everyone in the group? They’re perfect for Thanksgiving, and everyone can take them home after. They’ll match any Thanksgiving table setting with their traditional colors, plus teal for a fun pop of color! But, the best part is that you can make them in any color palette you wish.

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How to Have a Budget-Friendly Friendsgiving

By Erica Stoeckeler /

Simply put, Friendsgiving is Thanksgiving dinner shared between friends friends.  A gathering to raise a glass and celebrate with those who you may not not see as often as you’d like, but when you do, it’s like no time has passed.

There’s a lot to love about this unofficial holiday. For starters, everyone brings their signature dish (or drink) to share, creating an eclectic feast.

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Quick and Easy Fall Tablescape Ideas

By Pinhole Press /

This season is all about sharing memories, oversized slices of pie, and deep belly-laughs with the people we cherish the most. Amidst the mayhem of all the whisking, measuring, and peeling, it’s easy to skimp out on the tiny details that can make large gatherings feel special and intimate.

No need to spend hours delving into the dark, unforgiving depths of Pinterest. We’ve compiled a collection of unique, cost-effective, and time-efficient tablescape ideas that sure earn you the coveted title of “the hostess with the mostess”. Read More “Quick and Easy Fall Tablescape Ideas”

22 Best Kids Books to Give

By Miranda Rosbach /

When our firstborn turned two, rather than accumulate more stuff, we asked guests to bring a book in lieu of gifts. We collected a handful of new and used titles that we then donated to the Ready Readers program in our community. This book-giving birthday tradition has continued and it doesn’t diminish how special birthdays feel; in fact, I’d say it enhances the experience for all involved. Here’s why: books keep giving.

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A Birthday Milestone Book

By Victoria Mello /

Isn’t it strange how you don’t really feel the passing of time until you have kids? My husband and I have been together for about 12 years and yet, it felt as if time was standing still until we had our minis. Suddenly, each small marker of passing time grew more significant. She’s xx weeks old! Then it’s months and before you know it, you’re waking up on the morning of another birthday asking yourself, where did the time go?

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