Christmas

With Christmas just around the corner, many people feel the financial blues when they think about all of the gifts they need to purchase for friends and family. The current economy has left many people with less money to spend on gifts than they’re used to having during the holiday season.

More than just ordinary Christmas decorations, Chrismons are a white and gold ornaments crafted to resemble ancient religious symbols. This article discusses 24 Chrismon ornaments and examines their meanings.

Follow along with this guide for a quick and easy way to safely preserve and store your synthetic Christmas tree.

This article lists five winter holiday-themed folkloric figures from around the world that don't get quite as much attention as Krampus.

Bring the outdoors indoors this Christmas with rustic and sustainable Decorations.

Running out of time to buy Christmas cards? Learn how to make a fun, DIY Christmas cactus greeting card with just a few simple, inexpensive materials.

The legend of Santa Claus has gone through a number of iterations. How did a much-loved fourth-century Greek bishop morph into the "right jolly old elf" we know today?

The Christmas songs, films, and stories of today often sanitize and embellish the story of Christ's birth, but in reality, it was a humble and crude affair. God often shows His glory in the most humble of circumstances.

This DIY card is perfect for quad-riding adventurers. It's not just any Christmas card—it will make any true rider feel chuffed to bits for sure!

Whether it's been a great year or a crummy one, many of us experience more stress than usual around the holidays, so I wanted to share some easy ways we can lift our moods. stress-relief isn't "one size fits all," but sometimes, small things can boost our spirit and help us feel better.

There are many ways to collect and wear antique and vintage Christmas Jewelry. This article discusses the many types of Christmas jewelry, the companies that create it, common themes, display options, and value. Photos of pieces from my personal collection are also included.

When were candy canes invented? How did they become a part of Christmas? Are they religious symbols or just sweet and minty treats used to decorate Christmas trees?

Many people sing "Joy to the World" during the holidays, but few know the origin of the song or how it came to be a popular Christmas carol.

Get in the holiday spirit and decorate your home with these three simple crafts!

I love crafting my own Christmas gifts, and this year, the folks on my list will be receiving these cute, easy-to-make candy cane Santa sleds. If you'd like to make some sleds of your own, follow along with these step-by-step instructions and process photos.

Get in the spirit of the holidays by crafting this adorable little snowman! This is a timeless handmade decoration that your family will adore for years to come.

I don't know about you, but I never get tired of Christmas songs that celebrate the birth of Jesus. In this article, I list my 10 favorites (videos included) and provide some background information about each.

This article lists five simple tips to simplify your Christmas shopping this year. Start with a plan and begin as early as you can. Pick out a day to do the majority of your shopping. Keep a list of the people that you want to buy gifts for and stores that you can get them in.

Find out what Christmas was like in America in the 1920s. What activities were popular, what gifts did people exchange, and how was it different from Christmas now?

Christmas time can be stressful, so I have five rules that I try to follow to help keep stress at bay and create a happy, fun-filled, pressure-free holiday.

Looking for something unique to say instead of "Merry Christmas?" Let us count the ways! This article lists more than 150 funny, sweet, clever, and sarcastic alternatives to this classic but overused holiday greeting.

Australian Christmas songs are often playful, reflecting the humor of the land down under. Enjoy listening to the samples featured here. I've also provided the meanings behind some common Aussie slang terms to help you interpret the lyrics.

Decorate your Christmas tree with a family history theme. This theme is perfect for a genealogist or anyone wanting to honor their ancestors. Here are some tips for creating one with photos and other special decorations.

When most of us think of classic Christmas tunes, songs like "Jingle Bells," "Deck the Halls," and "Santa Claus Is Comin' to Town" come to mind. Have you ever wondered why we play these songs and so many more during the holiday season? How do Christmas songs come to be?

Learn the steps to re-bloom your Christmas poinsettia next year.

Make your holiday cheese ball extra special with one of these ideas.

Your friends will get a kick out of this cute "gingerbread" trailer.

Do you find yourself feeling let down on or after Christmas day or during the holiday season in general? Christmas day disappointment is more common than you might realize. There are a number of possible factors that might contribute to this strange phenomenon.

Your Christmas tree can become a valuable gift to local wildlife or an environmental group after the holidays.

Travel back in time to see what Christmas was like in the 1940s. Discover movies, music, stories from the war years and beyond.

Find Christmas a bit overwhelming? Allow yourself to escape the madness for a few minutes by listening to one of these holiday novelty tunes.

Christmas cactus decorations are cute but can be expensive to purchase. Why not make your own decorative Christmas cactus with materials you already have at home? This craft is fun, easy, and a whole lot cheaper than purchasing the Amazon alternative.

Here are some tips for streamlining your Christmas card process so you can save money and time. You might even decide to give them up entirely. Learn about the pros and cons of giving up on paper holiday cards.

How to teach your children the true meaning of Christmas.

"Silent Night"—one of the most popular Christmas carols—is now more than 200 years old. This article includes origin theories and other trivia pertaining to the classic holiday poem.

There have been some brilliant feasts in celebration of the winter solstice throughout history. In Christianity, this time of year also marks the birth of Jesus.

Here are some directions and pictures that will help you build your own inexpensive advent calendar using supplies from the dollar store and craft stores.

Nowhere else in the world celebrates a longer Christmas than the Philippines. In this Southeast Asian nation, Christmas begins on September 1st and doesn't end until January 6th of the following year. Should Filipinos be proud of it?

You might have heard about Sinterklaas. Not to be confused with Santa Claus. Sinterklaas is an old man that looks similar to Santa Claus but is definitely his own person. Every year he and his "Black Petes" get on their boat and come to the Netherlands. CW: Blackface.

Christmas carols are a part of the classic tradition of Christmas. The origins of some of these merry tunes are intriguing and mysterious in their creation.

Get ideas to streamline storing away all the Christmas decorations. Take good care of all your special items.

There is probably no holiday in the world more steeped in tradition then Christmas. Here are just a few of these traditions, and there origins.

The No-Gift Christmas is an effort to teach my children value in all of the wonders and opportunities that life gives them in relationships, nature, the seasons, activity, helping others, and the sheer power of their imagination.

Santa Claus doesn't have to be male. This is a guide to some of the female gift-givers found in European culture including La Befana, Tante Arie, Frau Holle, Perchta, and the evil Gryla.

Every Christmas season for 48 years, a coconut was anonymously delivered to the home of Ed Clinch. The prank eventually received international attention. Here is a look at the rest of the story.

Miniature baskets look delightful on a small Christmas tree. Here's how to get the most out of this theme.

It is normal to see Christmas trees, ornaments, and lights around Christmastime. However, there are other products that are sold only during the Christmas holiday. Can you think of any items that are in stores or advertised on television just in time for Christmas?

Best clean Yuletide, Santa, and Christmas Jokes and Quotes for your amusement.

People say "Happy Holidays" and the word "Xmas" are anti-religious. Wrong! Here's the real story behind those words.

In the age of social media and e-cards, Christmas cards are no longer sent through the mail as frequently as they were years ago. There are a number of reasons some people have stopped mailing them. There are also reasons some people choose to continue the tradition of mailing Christmas cards.