World's Largest (& Best) Christmas Store!

If you're a Michigander, you are probably well aware and quite familiar with Bronners: CHRISTmas Wonderland in Frankenmuth, Michigan. If you are from Michigan but have never been... what is wrong with you?? 

Bronners is our claim to fame! Well, one of the more popular tourist destinations any way. It holds the title of "Worlds Largest Christmas Store." Frankenmuth it's self is quite a popular destination, known as Christmas town. Here are some pictures our our last stop at Bronners from back in November. Anything Christmas you need, they've got it. Including some really unique and personalized items. They also have a great website. My husband's family from New Jersey has ordered things off their site, quite a few times. So if you are too far away to make the drive this year, just check their site: www.bronners.com

My grandparents lived just outside Frankenmuth. We grew up visiting Frankenmuth throughout the year, but especially every Friday night after Thanksgiving for their lighting ceremony and candle lit walk. It was our kick off to the Christmas season and a fun tradition.

FLASHBACK!

This was me, 2 years ago. Pregnant and unable to walk around Bronners - it is just too big and I had health issues that restricted time on my feet. 

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Gotta love the bathroom shots, right?

Did you know there was such a thing...

Can you guess what these are for? That's right, they're toilet seat decals. Now before you turn up your nose, there's a classy version too {See Below}

100 Handmade Christmas Gift Ideas

Handmade gifts are fun, thoughtful and can be very budget friendly! They don't have to be cheesy or tacky. On the contrary, the popularity of handmade items has skyrocketed in recent years with more and more people making an effort to shop locally, support small businesses and buy things that are Eco friendly. Check out all the great ideas that are sure to  be a hit with your family and friends. For lots and lots of ideas like those pictured on the left, check out the Handmade Holiday's collection found here. If you're not very confident in your own crafting abilities, consider supporting great small businesses and stay-at-home moms that have set up shop at sites like Etsy 

>> Gifts for Kids <<

Build this nifty personalized Lego tray using the tutorial found here

Make a fun place to store and carry cars! Find the tutorial here

An adorable selection of felt food! Find lots of ideas here

Makeitdo has a very cute tutorial on a Snowman Kit.

>> Gifts for the Home <<

Burlap Wreaths are so versatile for every season.

Gift Ideas for the Baker at I Heart Organizing

These pinecones are transformed here by Martha Stewart.

Fabric Covered Boxes Get the tutorial here.

Grab a frame from your house and download this 

free Christmas Subway Art here.

Burlap Rose Wreath Tutorial

Frame a Sentimental Family Saying! For this idea, Click Here

Easy to create Felt Stockings

 >> Easy Gifts for Kids to Create and Give <<

Here's a great opportunity to create some fun gifts for friends and loved ones. This no sew apron is a wonderful intro.

Kids love making Salt Dough Ornaments!

Peppermint Ornaments that while being created and popped in your children's mouths will not hurt them :) Thanks, Martha Stewart and crew.

Find full instructions here Angel Paper Plates provided by Martha Stewart.

Cinnamon Ornaments Click here for the recipe.

>> Gifts for Santa <<

Milk for Santa from DukesandDuchesses.com

Many families make cookies for Santa, but here's a cute gift around that theme from makeitdo.

>> Accessories and Apparel <<

This easy to sew tutorial from Design Sponge for a zipper case could be used for school supplies, make up or a small assortment of anything!

Here's a cute iPad or Tablet case!!

American Girl Matching Clothes Set

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