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Christmas Party Ideas
Give Creatively this Christmas
With the help of our December Crate, a creative touch and just a little extra thought will go a long way this Christmas.
A Classy Christmas Cocktail Party
Bring together family and friends over some cocktails, eggnog, food and maybe a little mistletoe this holiday season. Check out some of these ideas for an easy and elegant Christmas party.
Take advantage of dropping temperatures with dinner and a movie at home snuggled up and warm!
Christmas is the perfect excuse to throw an ugly sweater party! They are a great way to get everyone together and have some laughs. Check out a few suggestions to throw your very own ugly sweater party.
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Plan a Merry Christmas With These Ideas
Decoration
Easy & Inexpensive Last Minute Holiday Tips
Celebrations.com Expert Shawn Rabideau stopped by Fox News Online to share his pro-party tips for celebrating the holidays in style and on a budget without the stress.
Activity
12 Ways to Celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas
Celebrate the 12 Days of Christmas with lots of fun and festive crafts, recipes and traditions sans five golden rings or a partridge in a pear tree. We've got lots of inspiration to help you out.
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Top Elf on the Shelf Shots via Pinterest
Most parents out there will know exactly what we're talking about, but if you haven't gotten into the Christmas craze, Elf on the Shelf, you're missing out! Not to worry - we've got the run down on what it is and some hilarious inspiration to get you to give it a try this year.
Drink
10 Christmas Martinis to Shake Up
Shake up some festive Christmas drinks this year with 10 easy, delicious martinis. We've got a recipe to please all your holiday party guests!
Real Party
Easy and Elegant Christmas Cocktail Party
A Christmas cocktail party at home is the perfect way to make merry with your favorite loved ones. Filled with bright holiday cheer and elegance, our Christmas cocktail party ideas will have you in the holiday spirit in no time!
Tip
20 Baking Shortcuts for the Holiday Season
Don't stress in the kitchen this Christmas! These easy pantry shortcuts will help you make the perfect pies and cakes if you run out of ingredients or time!
Round Up
Decorative Christmas Craft Tutorials
For Christmas parties, decorating and celebrating, there's no better way to get everyone in the holiday spirit than with some crafty projects. Check out some of our favorite tutorials this year.
Craft
Fun & Festive DIY Christmas Ornament Ideas
These DIY Christmas ornaments are the perfect way to get crafting this season and add a homemade touch to your tree.
Inspiration
Gift Giving Celebrate Crate
Giving is a big part of the Christmas season. When it comes to your Christmas presents, take a bit of extra time to make your gifts special. The Gift Giving Celebrate Crate is packed with the tools you'll need and the inspirational Christmas ideas you'll love!
Gift Idea
A Mom's Christmas Wishlist to Santa
If you're a mom, or a guardian, we bet your Christmas list to Santa looks an awful lot like Michele's list. A fairy godmother to clone you so you can be in multiple places at once, a magic wand to rewind time - did you ever think your Christmas wishlist would look like this?
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The Magic of a Family Christmas Eve Celebration
Christmas truly is the most wonderful time of the year for a family-- especially when you have children. Our contributor Karen Perkins shares her fond reflections on her family's own special Christmas traditions, and the joy that her kids have brought to the holiday season.
Real Party
Ugly Sweater Party Ideas
Have some fun this holiday season with a tacky ugly sweater Christmas party! This seasonal soiree is fun and friendly for all. It's also a theme party that doesn't demand meticulous planning or sophisticated Christmas decorations to make it a success - in fact, the tackier it is, the better!
Real Party
Festive Christmas Brunch Ideas
Christmas is a time for family, friends and festivities. These Christmas ideas for a neighbor-friendly brunch are sure to liven up your holiday home with peace, love and joy. Inspired by our party's invitation, all of these Christmas ideas were put together with the season and all it's goodness in mind.
Craft
Recycled, Upcycled & Repurposed Christmas Goodie Bag Ideas
While most people might look at gift wrapping as a chore, we're getting creative with how we're packaging our Christmas cookies and treats for friends and family. Check out our gallery of 8 ideas to repurpose, reuse, recycle and upcycle the most common household items into chic and festive Christmas goodie bags.
Craft
DIY Stitched Holiday Cards
Pair your Christmas presents with homemade Christmas cards this year. We're always getting crafty with DIY cards around Christmas and this year, we're loving a stitched effect that's so easy to create, but so impressive to show off!
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Felt Ring Christmas Countdown Garland
Countdown the days until Christmas with this crafty felt ring garland. It's easy to make and takes very little time, money or supplies, but it's a festive decoration that will go a long way in getting the kids excited for Santa's arrival on December 25th!
Craft
How to Dress Up a Holiday Wreath at Home
Add some holiday cheer to a plain wreath this year with roses and berries for an easy DIY way to decorate your home.
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DIY Holiday Fingerprint Gift Tags
Add a customized touch to any Christmas gift this year with a DIY tag. It doesn't require much more time, work or money to do, but will add so much more cheer to your gift!
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Mason Jar Santa Cakes
Add some delectable fun to the Christmas table this year or pass them out as gifts to friends and neighbors - either way, we bet you'll love our Santa mason jar cakes as much as we do!
Cookies
Christmas Cookie Recipes
Make a batch of these delicious Christmas cookies for your holiday party guests or even Santa. No matter who these cookies are intended for, they will definitely make everyone feel Jolly!
Inspiration
Creative Ideas for This Year's Photo Christmas Cards
We love receiving holiday cards in the mail, but photo Christmas cards are our favorites. Not only is it a more personal greeting, but a photo card allows us to see those we love smiling and hang onto the card and display it around the house for a much longer period of time.
Story
All I Want for Christmas: A Picture of My Kids with Santa
As a mom, you're big Christmas wish may be a smiling photo of your kiddies with Santa, but it can't be that simple, can it? Our contributor, Karen Perkins, shares her greatest Christmas wish for the past few years and why it's OK it hasn't come true, yet.
Tradition
Creating New Christmas Traditions in a New Home
Moving into a new home brings promise, expectation and joy. For new families, creating Christmas traditions that will shape years of celebrating once they're set up in their home is important. Don't be overwhelmed with the task, and don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone.
Drinks
Christmas Cocktails and Mocktails
Spike your holidays with some of our tasty Christmas cocktails! We've taken some of our favorite winter flavors and shaken, stirred, and sipped on them. Now it's your turn to mix up your favorites to celebrate the holidays with.
Inspiration
DIY Christmas Stocking Craft Ideas
Create your Christmas stockings to give your holiday decor a more personalized touch. Get inspiration from these creative and festive Christmas stocking craft ideas.
Craft
How to Make Homemade Candy Cane Soap
Gift your favorite friends and loved ones with a homemade bar of candy cane soap. DIY soap isn't as hard as you might think, so don't be intimidated! Try out our simple tutorial for a Christmas idea anyone would love.
Story
A Real Life "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation" Story
We all know THAT family. You know, the family that we could swear National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation was based off of? Well, our contributor Karen has a hubby who would definitely give Clark Griswald a run for his money.
Cupcakes
Christmas Cupcakes
Christmas is the sweetest time of the year. Add an extra dose of sugar to your holiday parties with these scrumptious and sweet cupcakes!
Craft
DIY Coasters Craft for a Hostess Gift
Christmas parties abound during the holiday season. Make sure you show your hostess how much you appreciate her hospitality with a simple gesture. These DIY coasters are easy and inexpensive, but personalized and thoughtful - the perfect gift!
Real Party
Merry & Bright Christmas Cookie Exchange Party Ideas
Host a Christmas cookie exchange party this year to get into the holiday spirit and to get your baking done! We've got all the tips you need to plan one, plus lots of delicious cookie and cocoa recipes to make it special!
Gift Idea
10 DIY Handmade Holiday Gift Wrap Ideas
Whether your style is to cover a hatbox with luxe-look paper and black patent leather letter stickers or recycle antique finds from your attic to add a sense of nostalgia to your wrapping, you'll find a range of ideas for little ones, chic pals, and those who simply appreciate a fabulous gift presentation.
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DIY Holiday Photo Card Ideas and Tips
Sending out Christmas cards is a tradition for most, and often it's the time of year we take the opportunity to share a photo of the family. This year, get your creativity cap on and create a holiday photo shoot using these Christmas ideas for your greeting cards. It's fun, personalized and a great way to create some new traditions.
Recipes
Holiday Sides to Serve
These savory sides are perfect for a cocktail party or an appetizer. Your guests will appreciate these delicious and healthy sides.
Freebies
Holiday Card Etiquette Twitter Party
Hey, readers! We're hosting a Twitter party this coming Monday, October 29th, from 1PM - 2PM EST that's all about holiday card and invitation etiquette. There are lots of great prizes and tips up for grabs, so make sure you join us. Get all the deets here.
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Tips to Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange Party
Cookies are a staple at many a Christmas celebration, but have you ever hosted a holiday party that's all about this delicious dessert? Here are the top tips you'll want to check out to plan a Christmas cookie exchange party of your own!
Craft
Christmas Cookies that Look like Gifts: Decorating Tutorial
Decorate your cookies to look like wrapped Christmas presents this year. With this easy Christmas cookie decorating tutorial, it'll be easier to do than wrapping the actual pile of gifts you've got on your to-do!
Craft
Cute & Easy DIY Holiday Cookie Mason Jar Gift
A sweet way to say thank you at a holiday party, or even to send as an edible Season's Greeting, this DIY mason jar holiday gift is full of everything you need to make some delicious Christmas cookies!
Inspiration
Creative DIY Christmas Garlands
For Christmas 2012, DIY your own Christmas garland with these unique ideas. From a garland made out of ornaments to one made with pom poms, these festive Christmas garlands will certainly bring some festive cheer to your home.
Craft
Crafty Christmas Fun for All
Christmas ideas don't stop with presents, food and decor. Channel some excitement and creativity this season with these festive Christmas crafts for kids and adults. Whether you spruce up your home with our DIY ornament wreath, send a few handmade Christmas cards or get creative with one of our other ideas, just get crafting!
Recipes
Christmas Hors d'Oeuvres
This Christmas spread a little holiday cheer in the form of appetizers. This collection of hors d'ourves are perfect to serve alone or in pairs for your Christmas party!
Dessert Recipes
Christmas Desserts
Bake some holiday cheer with these Christmas confections! These desserts are great to serve at a holiday party or for a simple family gathering. We have plenty of ways you can sweeten up the holidays!
Craft
Easy DIY Holiday Photo Gift Craft for Kids
Over the years, Christmas photo crafts the kids make turn into timeless treasures you're proud to look back on or even display. This easy photo gift idea is incredibly simple for toddlers to craft and actually turns out pretty elegant!
Inspiration
Christmas Party Ideas to Get in the Holiday Spirit
Celebrate Christmastime by inviting your loved ones over for a special and memorable Christmas party. Here's a few unique themes you can host including a festive brunch, Christmas movie night, cocktail party and a kids Christmas craft party.
Tip
Top Tips to Make Holiday Party Planning Stress-Free
Planning all the dinners, get togethers and parties that flood the Christmas season can be a daunting task for even the most experienced hostess. We've got the top tips to keep holiday planning as stress-free as possible.
Gift Ideas
Homemade Christmas Gift Ideas
Get crafty this holiday season with these fabulous handmade gift ideas! Making Christmas gifts has never been so fun! These gifts will surely put your friends and family in a jolly spirit!
Playlist
Top 20 Christmas Songs Gallery
Get into the swing of things this holiday season with our list of the Top 20 best Christmas songs! Whether you listen while decking the halls or roasting chestnuts over an open fire, these songs are sure to spread that Christmas cheer for all to hear!
Tip Videos
Expert Holiday How-To's
From cocktails to food to decor, our panel of experts have the Christmas ideas you need to make the season merry and bright - without breaking the bank. Take a look at these videos for pro advice, recipes and tips that are not to be missed!
Tip
Important Eggnog Tips
Egg Nog is one of the most popular and versatile winter drinks. Here are some great tips to make sure your Egg Nog is smooth and tasty!
Craft
Luxe Rhinestone "Ho Ho" Card
Glam with a touch of modern, this holiday greeting design is easy to recreate at home. Pick out your favorite holiday cardstock and embellish it with some stick-on rhinestones for a gorgeous looking holiday card.
Tip
Christmas Tree Tips: Choosing, Setting Up and Trimming Your Tree
We love the smell of evergreen in our homes and never more so than at Christmas. This year, bring a lively green Christmas tree into your own home. We have the tips to choose, set and decorate the perfect Christmas tree.
Tradition
Nice Santa or Naughty History?
Whether you're a letter-writing believer, an evergreen reveler or a Santa skeptic, we've managed to pull the files on old St. Nick so that before you make your own list, you can unwrap a few naughty and nice secrets from his storied past.
Craft
Reindeer Card with Candy Cane Antlers
A reindeer, or more particularly, the reindeer, Rudolph, gets a set of fun candy cane antlers on this fun holiday greeting card. Craft your own design inspired by this easy how-to.
Craft
Vintage Pink & Brown Plaid with Antique Tags Card
Though not the typical Christmas color combo, pink and brown enhanced by a bit of pearly white and seasonal symbols create a vintage holiday card that's sure to impress.
Story
Surviving Christmas: 6 Families, 2 Days and 1 BIG Celebration
While some families alternate Christmases with different parts of their family there are a few brave ones that attempt to see everyone in a single day. Think they're insane? Read this heartwarming story about why Karen celebrates 6 Christmas every year and why she'll keep on doing it.
Craft
Christmas Countdown Calendar
Christmas will be here before you know it! Craft this easy and fun countdown calendar with the kids and amp up their anticipation for the celebration as early as December 1st. This Christmas craft uses what you already have on hand and is a ton of fun for the kids.
Tradition
Christmas Fun Facts Gallery
Sit by the Yule Log and wow your guests with these Christmas fun facts that will make for anything but a 'Silent Night'!
Craft
Snowmen Christmas Cupcakes
If you're not in a snow-filled area, bring some merry little snowmen into your holiday celebration with these easy snowmen Christmas cupcakes. These treats are easy to make and a fun way to spend a day indoors.
Craft
DIY Christmas Ornament Craft
Decorating for the Christmas in one of our favorite activities. We love putting up our tall tree and decorating with our favorite ornaments. This year, add a very memorable ornament to our tree with this great craft!
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Christmas Eve Tips for Parents
Looking for ways to make your Christmas more special for young ones? Follow 's suggestions for new Christmas rituals that you'll want to repeat every year.
Decoration
Handmade Christmas Ornament: Swirl Design
This swirl-designed Christmas ornament is fun to make and is also a fabulous gift idea! Make these beautiful decorations for your Christmas tree this year!
Craft
Cookie Ornaments
Now you can eat your cookie and decorate with it, too! Cookie ornaments are homemade decorations for the Christmas tree that are so easy to get creative with and add a vintage touch to the look of your tree. Check out how it's done!
Craft
Edible Candy Cane Christmas Art
Candy canes go from ordinary to extraordinary in this crafty Christmas idea for the kids. Sweet in both taste and thought, we're fans of creating some edible candy cane art for the ones we love most as soon as the Christmas season arrives!
Treats
Cookies for Santa and Treats for His Crew
What would Christmas Eve be without cookies and milk for Santa' Step it up this December 24th with a few treats for Santa's crew like "No Bake" Elf Ball Bites, Reindeer Food, Christmas Caramel Corn, and Gingerbread Santa Cookies to make for a happy, happy Christmas Eve!
Craft
Jingle Bells Take-Out Box
Ok, you won't want to reuse the greasy lo-mein container from last night's dinner, but a Chinese take out box that's brand spankin' new from the craft store is a fun and unique way to gift a Christmas present.
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Christmas Paper Ornaments
Don't think for one minute that these paper ornaments aren't worthy for your tree! Christmas cardstock is transformed into a holiday decoration that will last a life-time and is a great way for the kids to get crafty and add their own touch to the family tree.
Craft
Luxe Pink and Black Hat Box
All fashionistas know that vintage never goes out of style. This fabulous DIY craft is a great gift idea for someone looking for something pretty and personalized.
Craft
Christmas Tree Cupcakes
The more Christmas trees and cupcakes, the better. This Christmas, make this fabulous cupcake display for your party! Your guests will be thrilled with your culinary genius.
Craft
Window Winter Scene Gift Wrap
Recycle and repurpose your Christmas gift wrap this year! Check out this super easy and super festive handmade gift wrap idea that takes all the packaging you're likely to get around the holiday season and puts it to good use!
Craft
Personalized Ribbon Rub-Ons on a Cookie Jar
A simple, yet stunning gift idea that's inexpensive and personalized is to mix a bit of store-brought bargain with creative homemade crafty-ness.
Gift Idea
Cork Wine Sleeve
Dress up your wine bottles with this fabulous cork wine sleeve! It's super easy to make, and turns an ordinary bottle into a decorative piece.
Craft
Candy Covered Christmas Gift
Whoever said "candy is dandy" doesn't know the half of it. Satisfy your loved one's sweet tooth by adding a dash of sugar to their gift with this great gift idea!
Gift Idea
Gift Card in a Child's Mitten
Gift cards are usually seen as the "easy way out" in terms of gift giving. Make your gift more charming and personal with this great DIY craft idea.
Craft
Art from the Attic Gift Wrap
Cleaning out your attic? Instead of just tossing your old photos and memories, re-use them in your holiday gift wrap!
Gift Idea
Christmas Gift Ideas for Pets
Don't forget your furry family member this year! You'll want to make sure your pet gets a gift under the tree just like the rest of the family. Here, we've got the list for the top gifts for pets this Christmas - take a peek and get wrapping!
Craft
A Handprint Wreath
This adorable wreath can be made with materials you already have at home! It's also a wonderful keepsake that can be used for years to come.
Craft
DIY Gift Wrap Project
Turn ordinary gift wrap into a cute, personalized canvas! Kids will have a fantastic time making a useful work of art!
Craft
Santa Suit Shoebox
Strapped for a last-minute gift wrap idea? Whether you forgot to wrap that last gift on Christmas Eve and have no paper left, or you want to create a special look for the Christmas presents you're passing out, try this fun and easy idea.
Tradition
Christmas Nostalgia
Christmas is a holiday rich in tradition. Read up on the history of Christmas here - from reindeer to Christmas cards to Santa and shopping, we have the facts, folklore and fascinating history behind the holiday's most iconic traditions.
Craft
Handmade Ornament
These handmade ornaments make great gifts and decorations. Craft these inside on a cold winter day and present them your friends and family this holiday season.
Craft
Red Layered Poinsettia Card
Elegant and seasonal, this festive Christmas card has a layered look that's chic and beautiful, but also easy to recreate.
Tradition
Epiphany History and Traditions
We all love to celebrate, but it's also important to know the history and background of our favorite holidays. Brush up on your knowledge by reading about Epiphany history and traditions!
Tip
How to Choose, Care For, Trim, and Recycle your Tree this Holiday Season
From late November to early January, your Christmas tree is the centerpiece of your living room and the star of your holiday decor. Keep it healthy throughout the season by following these top tips for keeping your tree in tip-top shape.
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Tips to Prep Your Home for the Holidays
Make sure you're ready for Santa and any other Christmas guests this year without stressing their arrival. We've got the tips and tricks to make sure your holiday home is warm, welcoming and festive.
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Christmas Cocktails to Mix Up
Be the Best Gifter in Town
Gift giving is all about the presentation, and our Gift Giving Crate has everythgin you need to wrap like a pro - no matter what time of year!
Christmas Party Games
How to Play Dirty Santa
Learn to play this classic present stealing game!
Pin the Red Nose on Rudolph
A kids party game gets a festive makeover!
Name That Holiday Tune
Can you guess which Christmas song is which?
Festive Christmas Fun
Keep party guests entertained at this year's holiday soiree with free printable Christmas party games. Our festive Bingo, trivia and word games will get everyone into the Christmas spirit - all you have to do is print and pass them around!
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