Only 6 weeks until Christmas!

Can you believe Christmas is just around the corner? With only six weeks to go, we’re in the final stretch before the festive celebrations truly begin! How’s your holiday checklist coming along? Now’s the time to wrap up your crafting projects, finalize your plans, and shift into celebration mode!

Plan Your Holiday Parties and Send those Invites

Are you hosting a holiday party (or two) this year? If so, now’s the perfect time to start planning! Think about your party theme—will it be a cozy gathering, a formal affair, or maybe an ugly sweater party? Whatever the theme, make sure to get those invites out soon—calendars fill up quickly this time of year.

And if you’re not hosting but attending several holiday parties, be prepared! Do you need a festive outfit? Maybe your favorite ugly sweater? Don’t forget to ask if you should bring a treat or a gift, and always remember a little something for the host. One of my go-to hostess gifts (as a crafter at heart) is dressing up a bottle of wine—simple, thoughtful, and always appreciated!

Shopping and Sales

Back in July, we started brainstorming gift ideas—so by now, you should have a nice, organized list… right? Just kidding—I’m still working on mine, too! Even with the best intentions, gift planning can be a challenge.

While Black Friday and Cyber Monday aren’t as monumental as they once were, the sales have been creeping in since October, with Amazon Prime Days and other early deals. Take advantage of these early sales to stick to your Christmas budget!

Going through sales ads is not only a great way to find deals on items already on your list but also a source of inspiration for those hard-to-buy-for friends and family. I love flipping through the ads to get ideas—there’s always something that sparks a new gift idea or two!