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Free Printable Cross Coloring Pages

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Black and white outline of a cross with diagonal stripes filling the interior. The background is plain white. This free printable cross coloring page is ideal for coloring activities or as a stencil.

  Today I'd like to share one of my favorite types of print outs - Christian printables! I hope to make this into an entire series, but for now I have some lovely CROSS COLORING PAGES for you.       Free Printable Cross Coloring Pages These cross coloring pages could serve many purposes. They could accompany any Bible story or preschool lesson on the meaning of the cross, the crucifixion, Easter, Christmas, or really any Christian gospel story. My cross printables are completely free for all to use. Feel free to share this blog post with anyone Keep Reading

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20+ Brilliant Ways to Give Money as a Gift – Clever Money Gifts Everyone Loves to Receive!

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  Giving gifts is one of my favorite things to do. While I always love finding unique gifts for people, there are sometimes where the best gift to give is money. Rather than just hand them a crumpled $20 in an envelope, I do my best to make the experience special. I've written about fun methods of gifting cash before and felt like coming up with some more ideas! Here are the super clever & unique ways to bless your recipient with cash.    20+ Best Ways to Give Money as a Gift I asked a few of my blogging friends for suggestions, and got some great ideas! Here are Keep Reading

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10+ Easy & Impressive Cash Gift Ideas for Teenagers

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    Anyone who knows me, knows that I am always trying to come up with creative ways to give the best gifts for the least amount of effort!  You could say I'm a lazy gifter with the need to be seen as a good gifter. HA One of my favorite things to give the older kids in my life (teens, college students, etc) is COLD HARD CASH. They love it! It's lazy for me because it's SO easy to do, but it's their favorite thing so they LOVE getting it!  That's what I call a win-win. :)  I don't know a single young person from 13 years old to 22 years old in Keep Reading

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How Much Should You Spend on Each Family Member for Christmas?

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A decorated Christmas tree adorned with lights and ornaments, surrounded by wrapped presents. Overlay text reads "How much to spend on Christmas gifts for each family member" - a perfect holiday gift guide to help manage your family budget this season.

  Going into the holiday season, I am faced with the age old dilemma - - How much should I spend on Christmas gifts for family members? While I would love to spend an unlimited amount on Christmas presents for everyone in my family, I realize that I need to keep my holiday spending in check.   How Much to Spend on Family Christmas Gifts How much money you spend on each person depends on their relationship to you. The closer the family member, the more you should spend, in general.   Here are some examples: $5 to $15 is a good range for family Keep Reading

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27+ Easy to Make DIY Dollar Tree Christmas Gifts

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A collage of Christmas decorations and gifts with the text, "27+ Easy DIY Dollar Tree Christmas Gifts." The images include a Grinch-themed ornament, a sign that reads "Santa's Magic Key," wrapped presents, and wooden blocks spelling "merry and bright.

  Christmas doesn’t need to break the bank; make thoughtful, inexpensive offerings with these DIY Dollar Tree Christmas gifts! Discover 27 quick and easy projects that will make perfect presents for everyone on your Christmas list this holiday season.  The Christmas season is no joke – with dinners, decorating, and a never-ending gift list, holiday expenses seem to skyrocket every year.  Want to know the secret retailers try to hide? Christmas doesn’t need to be bought! You can make amazing, handmade gifts that are more magical than anything you could ever Keep Reading

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30 Non-Toy Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids

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If you are tired of toys piling up everywhere, you'll LOVE this list of 30 Christmas gifts that ARE NOT TOYS!

    When I wrote about giving away most of my kids’ toys before Christmas, I bet I made a lot of people wonder if I would be giving them replacement toys for Christmas. Here’s the thing – I never want to get back into that spot where I felt like I needed to throw away all their toys again!  We still plan on giving them Christmas presents….with a little twist.   WHAT CAN YOU GIVE INSTEAD OF TOYS? There are so many options for gifts to give that aren’t toys! Once I sat down and started thinking about it, I came up with 30 non-toy gift ideas for kids very Keep Reading

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50+ Fun Family Christmas Gift Ideas for Every Budget

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  Every October / November, I find myself scratching my head over whether or not I should buy certain people gifts.  I LOVE giving gifts, but sometimes the overwhelming nature of the holiday season gets to me... ....and I kinda panic.  I like to get my closest neighbors a small gift of some kind that they can enjoy as a family.  I also like to get my extended family (like my cousin's family) something that the entire family can use. That way I am not trying to buy a small gift for every person and can actually give them something they will all enjoy Keep Reading

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Simple DIY “Bag of Cash” Money Gift (the White Elephant idea everyone loves!)

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A DIY Bag of Cash filled with rolled one-dollar bills, secured with various colored rubber bands. The bag features a festive holiday-themed topper adorned with Christmas trees, ornaments, and Santa Claus designs, making it a perfect White Elephant money gift resting on a wooden surface.

The last time I attended a Christmas party, I had to bring a WHITE ELEPHANT GIFT worth around $25 to $30.  Instead of shopping for something unique, I decided to keep it simple and make my own with what I had on hand. I took it back to basics and created a white elephant gift that everyone went crazy for.....a bag full of cash!! :)  It was SO EASY to make.... The best part about this gift is that it's really lightweight, so people kept passing it over for larger & heavier gift bags.  By the time it got chosen, it was a huge surprise because it was easily Keep Reading

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15+ Awesome & Creative Themes for Your Next Gift Exchange

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A small gift box wrapped in brown paper and tied with red and white twine, adorned with a heart-shaped tag, is placed on a white surface against a blue background. The text "15+ Creative Gift Exchange Themes" is displayed prominently beside the gift.

  If you want to organize a gift exchange, themes can help bring this activity to new heights! Explore 15 creative themed gift exchange ideas to add fun to your festivities. Discover themes, gift ideas, and more.  While most people consider it a holiday event, you can actually plan a themed gift exchange for exciting gift-giving any time of the year. Gift exchange themes encourage guests to get creative with their gift choices and, in turn, have more fun participating! Plus, they're a great way to give awesome, personalized gifts in large groups or Keep Reading

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47+ Christmas Thank You Messages to Share

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  Show gratitude this Christmas with 47+ Christmas thank you messages. Each idea below is gracious, thoughtful, and perfect for the holiday season. The perfect custom thank you message makes anyone feel appreciated and loved.  During this jolly time of giving, you’re likely on the receiving end of gifts as well! Every time you’re blessed with these thoughtful offerings, saying thank you is incredibly important.  By giving thanks, you’re expressing your true gratitude to everyone who thought of you this Christmas season.  And while Christmas is one Keep Reading

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37+ Easy Christmas Gifts for Your Favorite Neighbors

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A collage of various handmade Christmas gifts with text in the center reading "37+ easy NEIGHBOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS to make." Included are decorated holiday cookies, a jar with a festive label, Christmas-themed cake pops, and a wrapped gift with retro-style tags.

  Be the best neighbor on your block with these 37 easy gifts for your favorite neighbors. Whether you’re welcoming a new neighbor to the street or just spreading a bit of holiday cheer, I have gift ideas for you!   Christmas time is the season of giving back. So why not give back to your favorite neighbors with some easy, festive goodies?  This is your chance to show your block some appreciation for all of their neighborly duties. These gifts go out to the neighbors that take out our garbage cans when it’s raining, who water our plants when we’re on Keep Reading

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10 Cheap Christmas Gift Ideas for Kids {all under $20}

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Two children dressed in festive red and white holiday outfits smile while holding wrapped Christmas gifts. The text overlay reads "10 Cheap Christmas Gifts for Kids" in large green and red letters. A garland and holiday decorations are visible in the background, exemplifying great Kids Gifts ideas Under $20.

  When my kids were little, we didn't have a lot of extra money to spare.  I remember my first baby's first Christmas, we had a "$10 Christmas." That year we really couldn't afford Christmas gifts because I had quit my job to be a stay-at-home and we weren't very good at living on one income just yet, so we had to keep our costs low.  We bought a little gift for our baby and put her under the tree as our gift to each other for the year. I'll never forget that Christmas!      From Strictly Budgeting to Overspending on Christmas Keep Reading

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Christmas Gifts For New Parents

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  Has one of your friends or loved ones had a baby for the first time or after a long gap?  Get them something for Christmas that they will be able to use or a present that new parents actually want to receive during this special time.  Technology and fashion changes every day and there are always new and exciting gifts for newborn parents.    If the dad, mom or couple is coming to your house for Christmas you could go ahead and get a gift for them to use and have it set up and ready to go!  If your loved one is far away, send them a thoughtful Keep Reading

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What to Do if You Can’t Afford Christmas

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An arrangement of colorful presents with festive ribbons and baubles. The headline reads, "How to Have a Good Christmas Even If You Can't Afford It," emphasizing giving and celebrating on a budget. The background is white with a holiday theme, perfect for those who can't afford Christmas extravagance.

Christmas is an expensive time of year for everyone. If you can’t afford Christmas this year, you’re not alone, and you’re not without hope. There are so many wonderful ways to celebrate the holiday that don’t cost a thing! Christmas is expensive – period. This year, many of us will not be able to give our loved ones the Christmas we want. But don’t worry. If you can’t afford Christmas this holiday season, all is not lost. If you’re looking for information to help you navigate this ultra-expensive holiday, I’m here to help.   In this post, you’ll find helpful advice on Keep Reading

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10+ Exciting and Somewhat Annoying Christmas Gift Exchange Game Ideas

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A group of people, some wearing reindeer antlers, smile and exchange gifts at a festive gathering. Text on the image reads "10+ Christmas Gift Exchange Games to play at your party!" Red cups and holiday decorations enhance the holiday spirit, making it a perfect setting for a Christmas gift exchange game.

    Are you throwing a holiday party this season? Shake things up with these super creative Christmas gift exchange game ideas. Whether you’re hosting a large event or an intimate affair, I have options for you and your loved ones to exchange gifts with fun and engaging games.  Yes, Christmas is about more than just gifts – but the gifts sure are great! ;)     You can make gift exchanges even more fun this holiday season by planning some exciting gift exchange games! I have 10 of the best Christmas gift exchange game ideas for you to try Keep Reading

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