arts and crafts

Family Christmas Crafts

Are you looking for a fun and creative way to pass the time between opening presents and shoveling snow?

Here are two easy crafts that are fun for children and adults, and can be made with materials that can often be found lying around the house this time of year.

Walnut Boats

What You Need: Walnuts, short pieces of candle wick, beeswax, an old pot, a tray or bowl, matches or a lighter, and water.

Connect with Nature: Take a Fall Hike

This is a great time to get outside and take a hike in nature. The summer crowds are gone, the scenery is stunning and there are still a few weeks before you have to break out your winter jacket. Here are a few ways to make the most of your trek through the freshly fallen leaves.