Like almost everyone else, this year, the Christmas budget will be a little tight. At first I felt sad that I could not spend recklessly on gifts a plenty. But then I decided to take on the smaller budget as a challenge to get creative where and when I could. So looking around the house at items at hand, I rediscovered the joy of origami. From the piles of magazines that I can't seem to part with because I just know there is a recipe or idea I'll one day want to try (2 yrs later...) I tore brightly colored pages and cut them into squares. The hubby and I spent an afternoon folding origami balloons to jazz up the Christmas lights strung throughout the house. It was easy enough to do, but after blowing into a dozen paper balloons, we were feeling a little air-headed ourselves.
Of course, we also had to fold the ever popular crane at least a dozen times too or so. A crazy obsession overcame me and for some reason I could not stop folding. The pine cones that lined the fireplace mantle were replaced by a flock of cranes.
Last, I came across some remnants my mom had left behind. It made for a pretty pink throw blanket and something cozy to remember her by. Kitty could not resist jumping on to take it for a test nap.
And isn't this all what Christmas is about anyway? Spending time together. Having fun while you're at it. And enjoying the cold weather by taking cuddle naps.
