Weekend Reads: Favorite Holiday Links

Happy Saturday! What are your plans for this weekend? Going to do any Christmas shopping? The husband has been working a lot lately, so were gonna get out and enjoy his time off! I think a little date night is in order... and maybe a little shopping too! ;)

Hope you have a cozy couple of days and if you feel like doing a little browsing, check out these fun, Holiday links....

+ Get your bake on! Some yummy recipes to try:  hot cocoa sandwich cookies // eggnog cookies // gingerbread french toast bake  // easy peppermint brownies // molasses cookies w/ cookie butter buttercream // gingerbread gooey butter cookies // mini cranberry swirl cheesecakes // baileys cheesecake cookie cups // festive drinks
+ Polar bear cookies that are super easy and perfect for kids. These reindeer rice krispies too!
+ Shop Small! Support the makers & designers this season...  and all year long! ;)
+ Give back - If you like to shop on Amazon, you can help out some cute pups!
+ How to wrap a cylinder shaped object. Seriously, how come I'm just learning this now! (near end of post) 
+ How to tie the perfect Holiday bow!
+ I really need a display like this for my Christmas cards! Maybe I'll make one for next year...
+ This desktop wallpaper is so sweet & festive. (totally just set mine with it)
+ Get crafty with your gifts. Try these geometric candle holders // palm leaf napkins // watercolor plates // hot toddy kit // spa kit
+ Something cute for the doggies! These would be fun for kids too, filled with their favorite candies.
+ These (cute and easy) clay ornaments would make the perfect gift topper.
+ Jot down your gift ides on this free Christmas list printable.
+ Need some cute FREE gift tags?  set one, set two, set three. How about printable modern wrapping paper?
+ My fave gift guides: stocking stuffers // under $50 // hostess // home // women // guys // kids // dog lady // cat lady // pets

Have a great weekend!

PS: If you plan on doing some wrapping this weekend, go download a FREE set of Holiday gift tags!