So it’s December 1st (wow) and I’m so happy to report that, after ten years, George and I finally hung stockings…

(Don’t ask about the M&M LOVE sign…I won it at a Zumba party.  And of course, G loves it.)

And we (read: I) put up our tree!!!  I bought gold, silver and bronze ornaments years ago (on sale) and we’ve stored ever since.  I’m so happy we kept them, but I also wanted to make my own ornaments.  I found this recipe for Salt Dough Ornaments on Pinterest.  I love that you only need two ingredients (and water):

I have a bunch of holiday cookie cutters, but I wanted to keep it pretty simple so I only used four.

And the final result!

And it looks beautiful from outside when the blinds on the window are up.  I’ll have to take a picture.

Happy Decorating!