Welcome to the Happiness is Homemade Link Party.   Linda, from A Labour of Life is our hostess for the month of December!

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And, I just want to include my “Merry Christmas” greeting, as well!   “May the Lord bless you and keep you.  May He shine His countenance on you and give you peace.”  Numbers 6:24-26         With love, Sinea

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Canine Christmas with a “Bark-Worthy” Tablescape!!

Welcome to the lake!!!   I’m so glad you could join us for this Canine Christmas Tablescape!!! It was inspired by our dog, who like most Golden Retrievers, is still very much a puppy, even though he is 18 months old, and 80 pounds!!! When I saw this Golden Retriever table runner at Homegoods I knew I just had to do a tablescape with it!!! Then this year I found the adorable Golden Retriever plates at Dillard’s, and the table kind of took off.

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Striped Farmhouse Throw Pillow Covers 18X18 Set of 2 Boho Pillow Cover with Fringe Tassel Chic Cotton Decorative Pillows Modern Neutral Square Cushion Pillowcase for Sofa Couch Bed, Khaki

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Christmas Tree Cake Cookies

Nicolle from Our Tiny Nest shares these adorable Christmas Tree Cake Cookies that are oh, so easy to make!  Don’t they look yummy?

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Christmas Decorating With Dried Orange Slices

Decorating with fruits and vegetables is an old-fashioned craft I love.  Many of us display fresh fruit in season in bowls and centerpieces.  It’s December and citrus season is here. Today Comfort Springs Station is sharing her love of oranges – not only as a favorite snack, but as a decorating element.  It’s great to use for Christmas and even into January for winter decorating. . .  

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Ever buy yourself a Christmas present?  This one is very practical but, especially if you have furry pets in your home, it could be your pet hair vacuum dream-come-true!  Lots of “bells & whistles!”

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Snowflake Cookies (Sugar Cookies with Royal Icing)

Rose from Rose bakes, has obviously been baking for Christmas. These Snowflake Sugar Cookies are made with my all-time favorite recipe. It’s an easy recipe that takes a little more time, but you will get perfect cookies every time, so it’s worth the extra steps! . .

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Wood Slice Winter Scenery Décor

In this tutorial, Steph Creates Things shows us how to create a stunning winter scenery display using just one wood slice from Dollar Tree. You’ll need a few other materials like a miniature truck and camper ornaments, which you can easily get from Walmart. If you’re like me, you might already have them on hand. So, let’s get started and create this craft together!

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I just bought this cozy white fleece throw blanket in twin-size for my king size bed.   I lay it on top so that my dog doesn’t get the comforter dirty.  It is pretty, very soft and surprisingly warm.  And, it is so easy to wash.*

*As you know, washing a king size comforter is NOT easy to wash.  With this throw, problem solved! 

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On to the Party!

Thank you for joining us this week whether you are a blogger sharing your latest posts OR a reader enjoying all of the inspirational shares!  Don’t forget to drop by and say hello to all our hostesses, they always appreciate your visit! Here are all of our hostesses at Happiness Is Homemade! Linda @ A Labour of Life Sinea @ Ducks ‘n a Row Beverly @ Eclectic Red Barn Katie @ Love My Messy Messy Mess Mel @ Décor Craft Design Niki @ Life as a Leo Wife . Would you like to be a part of Happiness Is Homemade? We are looking for hostesses to join our team. If you are interested, please email any one of the Happiness Is Homemade hostesses and let them know. We would love to have you join our party.

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Cat lovers, buy your kitties a tree to perch on!

 

SHA CERLIN 68 Inches Multi-Level Large Cat Tree for Large Cats/Big Cat Tower with Cat Condo/Cozy Plush Cat Perches/Sisal Scratching Posts and Hammocks/Cat Activity Center Play House, Grey

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