Christmas Themed Homemaking Ideas

"As we enumerate the many important responsibilities a woman has in connection with her duties as a wife, a mother, a homemaker, a sister, a sweetheart, or a good neighbor, it should be evident that these challenging responsibilities can satisfy her need to express her talents, her interests, her creativity, dedication, energy, and skill which so many seek to satisfy outside the home. It is impossible to estimate the lasting influence for good a woman can have in any of these roles."

N. Eldon Tanner, “No Greater Honor: The Woman’s Role,” Ensign, Jan 1974

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Venison Garlic Bread Spaghetti
By Angie Hodes

This is a dish we love at our house and it’s a great fall meal. It’s simpler than spaghetti, tastes a lot like pizza and the kids love it. Any ground meat will work; we’ve used pork, beef, turkey and even deer.

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Advent
By Donna Bush

Advent means “waiting in joyful hope” and it begins four Sundays before Christmas. For 2009, Advent begins on November 29. It is looked at as a time of preparation before the birth of Christ and for many families is the official beginning of the Christmas season. All those red and green decorations you see in the stores just before Halloween? Nope, not the real deal. But Advent is.


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12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar
By Valerie Steadman

Hectic holiday schedules make the Advent Calendar sit untouched in many households. Advent calendars meant so much to me as a child, and I find myself wanting to share this tradition with my own daughters.

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How to Start Saying NO
By Donna Bush

We all do it. Your friend needs a last-minute babysitter so she can get to a doctor’s appointment. Sure, you’ll do it. Your son’s class needs someone to organize their fundraiser. Sure, you’ll do it. Your daughter’s soccer team needs a team mom. Sure, you’ll do it. And your husband has volunteered your home for the site of his boss’ surprise birthday party. Of course, you don’t mind. After all, you’re not doing much, except...

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Spiced Hot Cocoa for a Group
By Shiloah Baker

This delicious spiced hot cocoa serves up to eight people. Perfect for Christmas parties or for a large family.


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Service Ideas for Christmas
By Valerie Steadman

How easy it is to get caught up in the “give-me” thought process. Christmas gift wish-lists, family drawing names for gifts, menus planned for what we’ll eat this holiday...Want, want, want.

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Peachy Christmas French Toast
By Valerie Steadman

Dip bread slices into mixture, then place on a well greased skillet on medium heat. Turn frequently, and remove when golden.

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