Christmas Prep With Me! Homemaker Life

I'm prepping for Christmas. Cards, baking, and organizing the gift wrap. How are your Christmas prep coming along?
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Italian Christmas Cookies-
6 eggs
1 C. sugar
1 C. shortening melted
3 TBS. lemon extract, or anise
4 C. flour
2 TBS. baking powder
Pinch of salt
FROSTING:
Powdered sugar
little milk
cap full of lemon extract
You can mix the dough with a spoon but why bother, grab your Bosh or Kitchen Aid. Mix eggs, sugar, lemon extract, and melted shortening. Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
If the dough is too sticky add more flour. Roll into balls or bows as my mom does.
Bake@ 400º for 7 minutes. Check bottoms halfway to see if bottoms are getting to dark. You can lower the oven temp if needed.
There are no measurements for the frosting. Put some of the powdered sugar in a bowl and add a little milk and a cap full of lemon extract. Mix until it is a good consistency. Not too runny. Frost cookies.
If you want to add sprinkles for the holidays or for fun add quickly over the frosting. The frosting hardens quickly.
One batch makes around 60 cookies.
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[@charlotteclark2207]

Before I cook I fill my sink up with hot soapy water. That way as pots get dirty, they can be soaking. Works really well.

[@mrssmurf55]

I got some wooden dowels and painted them white and attached then to my wall with command hooks so I can display my wrapping paper on the wall with another command hook for the scissors I can change out the wrapping paper depending on the season I love it cheap and easy wrapping station!

[@inmanwoman8077]

I want to be you when I grow up... but I'm already 41! 🤣 Love you girl.

[@shesinherapron]

Lol thank you

[@thewadsquad]

Getting the flashback of your old video made me so happy ♥️ such a beautiful photo you chose for the Christmas cards! … also bummed about the pretzels for you!!

[@jenniferwang3489]

I wrap everything, including gifts to me. Since' I'm doing all that work, I do what works for me. So I keep a bag on the back of our bedroom door with the tags, a pair of scissors, tape, and bows. We have bookshelves in the bedroom, so I keep the paper rolls up there where the kids won't get into them. I just buy the bags as we need them, I do more of the boxes and wrapping. Extra boxes I keep up with the rolls of paper.

[@jenniferdavidek677]

Yep. I wrap all of ours too. Just like you, I wrap my own presents as well and stuff my stocking so it looks like everyone else's.

[@gabydoss2027]

OMG🥺 To each their own. But I have my husband wrap mine & stuff my stocking! Even if it’s not perfect or the way I want it, I know it makes him happy! It also makes me feel appreciated & like he tried. Not everything has to be perfect❤️

[@jenniferdavidek677]

@@gabydoss2027 You miss understood my comment. I don't care if it perfect. My 4 yr old was helping just yest. My point was if I don't wrap them then they won't be wrapped. If I dont put something in my stocking then there won't be anything and every one else's will. I do not care about perfection. My daughter would be curious as to why 🎅 fills everyone's stocking but mine though. It isn't a big deal I was just agreeing with OP.

[@gabydoss2027]

@@jenniferdavidek677 I was replying to Jennifer Wang. But regarding your comment. I am sorry. Does your partner not help or are you a single mama? Regardless of the circumstance. What you do is amazing because you do so much work so that your family can have a wonderful Christmas & your kids still think/believe in Santa❤️ God bless you for all the work! Us moms are amazing! I hope you have a wonderful holiday season🙏🏻

[@user-dv8bs7tb5c]

@@gabydoss2027 when I was a single mom I just didn't put my stocking up🤷‍♀️ end of problem lol. I didn't want to feel lack where it doesn't have to be (plus couldn't possibly buy myself stuff money wise) I hope it's that's situation and not an oblivious partner

[@ashleyw3434]

I love that your bedding is so festive yet totally appropriate for the entire winter!

[@emilyg.4465]

I just ordered my Annual Planner. I’m so excited to start it. I’ve been a follower for many years. You are the best!!!🥰 Have a wonderful Christmas 🎄 🎅🏻❤️

[@barbibarnum]

I’m relieved to see you baking one day and frosting a different day. I always feel like such a slacker doing that!

[@tweetylololover]

My husband bought me a Bosch mixer for an early Christmas gift. I am so excited to use it for all of the holiday goodies!! And I am inspired by you to start making my own bread in the new year

[@shesinherapron]

That’s so great!!!

[@lauralarkin5454]

@@shesinherapron Kimmy what Bosch mixer do you have?

[@IcedReality]

Loved seeing the updated family picture! Wishing you all the best.

[@mariagouveia2101]

chop and freeze the cilantro in individual servings (sorry the bad inglish, not my native language).

[@victorialynbow8216]

I love your comforter on your bed 😍

[@victorialynbow8216]

I have about 50 different wrapping papers. Walgreens had a sale on them while I was in the store. They marked them down to 5 cents. I may have went over board. Lmao

[@darlenem4940]

Merry Christmas. Loved watching your pup in the background too

[@CookingwithCatLover0330]

The kids are getting so big. Thank you for sharing the picture with us. I totally love the Dining on a Dime cookbooks. There is so many recipes and ideas in them.

[@carmarasmussen8118]

Do you ever make Pizelles for Christmas? My Italian grandmother made them every year for Christmas and gave each family stacks of them to take home after the party at her home. I miss her. 🥰

[@shesinherapron]

When I was younger. Yum!

[@royalnavarre1673]

Fun video!! Thank you and Merry Christmas!!

[@conniefunk2196]

Loved the warmth that you bring to your videos.The cookies look awesome.My goodness I need your organization in my life.♥️🌹🎄♥️🌹🎄♥️🌹🎄

[@TheLadyBoss42]

I absolutely love your holiday bedding.

[@lisachapman8116]

Mine is just a mess until the wrapping is done. Once I get all the gifts, I just lay all the wrapping products on the kitchen table and take the gifts out a little at a time until it's all done. It took me about 3 days this year and now the mess is up. I was stressing bad at the mess. BTW, all my kids are moved out now. Used to be in my room, the night before Christmas. Lol. My goal, wrapping room set up all year!

[@shesinherapron]

That would be awesome!

[@heatherlavender8236]

I have the same exact Bosch as you and it has helped me so much and I have had it for over 20 years and it still works well and I have never really had to have it fixed to encourage you that it is very well made and worth it. I love you're channel and thoughts and and everything you do keep up the great work and take care!

[@elize7622]

Love the Christmas bead spread

[@andrianalamb1574]

Such a good picture of your family! I enjoyed the beach trip video! Made me want to go there too! Merry Christmas 🎄

[@shesinherapron]

Merry Christmas!

[@madelainemac]

I just made the Italian Christmas cookies and they are delicious! A hit with my family, I will be making them again for Christmas day, thanks for the recipe Kimmy

[@opchick0597]

I've collected cookbooks for 30 years. My dining on a dime cookbooks are AMAZING!

[@reneetibbetts4813]

What a Beautiful family Kim that youabd Derec have😁 I have Never saw them all together❤God Bless and MERRY CHRISTMAS and A Happy Healthy NEW YEAR 🙏

[@Sheywh12]

Thanks for the cookies gonna try them this year finally Love ya Shey

[@georgiaedwards9423]

Beautiful family! Merry Christmas and love the cookies.

[@cariduty6912]

I received my planner today & it is amazing! I can’t wait to start using it! ❤️

[@shesinherapron]

Awesome! Happy Planning!

[@teresayoung4209]

Fantasizing about being a homemaker on my way to freaking work

[@leanneevans4080]

watching the video at work. smh.

[@Sabrina.682]

@@staceynelson2357 Yes, I think that's her point. That's the work she would rather be doing, in the home rather than for someone else! I feel the same way!

[@Sabrina.682]

I do this often with Kimmy's videos.

[@teresayoung4209]

@@staceynelson2357 true. I just wish I could give more to my family like this. My homemaking really suffers due to having to give so much of myself to my work in healthcare. I always feel inadequate

[@princesskaitlinhazelwood4703]

I am with you. I have enough for this year and next year. But I love wrapping paper.

[@quorrakai]

I don't trust anyone doing my grocery shopping properly lol. Love going to the store so I don't mind doing groceries. My husband and I do it together. I can see delivery being so convenient for families with kids though.

[@tooshieg2059]

I love that duvet cover

[@amandaizard5886]

LOVE the bedding!!! (and your channel!) :)

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you

[@wendyodell356]

Wow, Kaley and Felix look so different. Let's talk about Jonah. He's grown so much and matured in the face I hardly recognized him. It's a great picture. Love and prayers to you all this holiday season ❤🙏

[@james33457]

Merry Christmas to the whole world 2022 🎄🎄🎄🎅🎅🎅

[@savannahrobb986]

Your planner just arrived!!! I’m sooooo excited to start filling it out ❤️❤️❤️

[@mountainviewlifePNW]

Love the bed spread!! 😍🦌

[@rebeccalunsford9372]

Wow Kimmy I can't believe how big the kids are. Beautiful family❤

[@donna7701]

You have a lovely family, and I enjoyed your video.

[@susanlance8179]

I love your bed set

[@amypletcher4411]

I love your Christmas bedding!! Got us bathroom Christmas set but not a bedding set. Maybe clearance this year

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you! Happy Holiday’s!

[@amypletcher4411]

@@shesinherapron Your welcome!!! I'm looking for holiday bedding on Amazon and a few other sites but for something for a month I found 2 or 3 I like for our bed and my daughter's and guest room for around $30 each!! One is similar to yours but not the same. Only in queen. So it would be for guest or daughter's room. Maybe I will learn to video and share.

[@OMGitsaClaire]

That everything but the bagel seasoning makes a great dip if you mix a few tablespoons into a tub of full fat plain Greek yogurt! It’s great with veggies, potato chips, bagel chips, or pretzels, and it doesn’t taste healthy even though it is! (Plus how can you beat a two-ingredient dip?)

[@LifesLittleThingz]

L♥️VED this video!! It's full of Christmas awesomeness. That family pic of you guys is amazing! I love cook books and those look like good ones. 😊

[@ourunfilteredlife8119]

Keep borrowing them bins for when you open gifts. Put a garbage bag in each. Then each kid has one. When they open thier presents they can put wrapping paper directly in thier garbage bag and gifts in thier tote! Stays organized and clean.

[@AllThingsKimberlyWV]

I just received my 2022 She’s in Her Apron Planner. I’ve already started setting it up. I can’t wait to see some videos on how everyone uses it :)

[@lynnette3020]

when did you order your planner? I ordered mine 11/27/21 and am still waiting

[@lenca6742]

It isn't Christmas for me until Kimmy makes the Italian Christmas cookies!!

[@shesinherapron]

Ahhh

[@amybriggs6586]

Your kids have grown up so much just beautiful !!!!🥰❤ Merry Christmas to your family love your channel

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you! You too!

[@sweetlifehappywife3460]

Thanks Kimmy for the inspiration and motivation 🎄👏❤️

[@susansnyder6830]

I have the original comb backed Dining on a Dime, been following for a few years. I recommend the book to everyone. You won't be disappointed.

[@christinejones932]

Your 1st batch of M&M cookies are how I love my cookies

[@sadieesther9721]

Ooh I love those hats!

[@donnastratton8397]

My mom made tons of M&M cookies every year. I try and carry on her tradition by making a couple batches each year. I've not been able to find red and green M&M's this year though. Even the two Sam's clubs in my area are out of stock, as well as every grocery store around here! So I had to buy a few of the movie theater boxes of the red and green ones for my cookies. Just one of those strange ingredients hard to find this year. Glad you found some Kimmie!

[@uponamidnightdreary]

Oh no, looks like someone got peckish on the drive to deliver your food order🙊 I don’t like wasting food either, which is exactly why I no longer do grocery pickup (or deliveries).. too many times I’ll get half rotten fruit or veggies. I don’t understand how someone fulfills the order with molding strawberries or brown lettuce and not notice or care. Then I end up going back to the store and waiting in the customer service line for a refund or I throw the item away. Either way, I’ve decided it’s just best for me to go inside myself and get the job done correctly.

[@francesrivard9045]

Love your little dog.

[@aoifemccarthy2299]

Your family is beautiful 💖 sending you best wishes 😍

[@shinebrighttoglow3961]

You came to North Carolina, I live in NC. This place is beautiful, we go to the beach maybe once a year because our family is not that excited about the ocean. But it’s still beautiful

[@patriciakalinowski4961]

I love the cookies darker I always make a tray just for me for me !

[@EmeryShae]

Tawra is so sweet! I’m so happy for you to have all three of her cookbooks! We have loved everything we’ve tried from volume 1. I own the EBOOK of volume 2 but I never think to look at an ebook. I hope someday they can find a Canadian distributor so I can buy the actual book.

[@EmeryShae]

@@lynnsimard9810 not really. The books are so thick that’s it’s super expensive to print at Staples.

[@EmeryShae]

@@lynnsimard9810 I think shipping to Canada went way up over the past couple of years. They only charge actual costs. I actually won my first book in a giveaway they were doing and had them send it to a US parcel place because I live near the border. I haven’t been allowed to cross the border for almost two years now, so I can’t utilize that service.

[@BucketListHomestead]

I would have been angry too about those pretzels! I think the driver decided to have a snack! I would have thrown them away and also told Instacart I don't want the same driver again! I love the dog watching u wrap lol so cute

[@tarras3292]

First off y'all have a beautiful family and Thank you for sharing ❤

[@mabelbessey3434]

I like the darker cookies. I would love it if I received those😉

[@janallen541]

Where is that bed from!! Love it

[@jeanniehartley7012]

I need one of those beanies!

[@Mariak82]

watched this while wrapping presents. 🙂 🎁 🎄

[@monicamoore111]

We made your cookies at Thanksgiving and used the anise. The next time we will use lemon just for something different. I loved the anise flavor. ❤️

[@julietannOsfan1972]

Just curious, what exactly is the anise flavour?

[@monicamoore111]

@@julietannOsfan1972 it reminds me of a hint of licorice. I am the only one in my family who likes licorice but my family loved the cookies.

[@sandy-ke1kr]

Love the books you got from Tawra from Living on a Dime. That's where I heard about you a few years ago. You were there on her live show in the chat section and she was talking about you and I went to your channel to check you out. I want to say that this was five years ago or so, maybe longer. It's been a while. She's great and so are you. I still watch and love both of you.🙂

[@sandramulhall]

The cookies look delicious 😋

[@SavingwithStephanieJ]

I covert your Bosch mixer every time I see it! Could you roll the Italian Cookies in powdered sugar?

[@janejones1797]

What a fun memory seeing you in the old house, which I miss! I’ve been making your Italian Christmas Cookies for years, but I’ve started using almond flavoring instead of lemon or anise. Probably not authentic, but so good! The pretzel thing was frustrating! I have never done grocery delivery for that very reason. I go to the store myself so I know what I’m getting!

[@juliabartlam2083]

I used bags from the dollar tree Just being lazy I love the Kellums!!!

[@amandajean9225]

Loved the video. Everything looked delicious as always. ☺ I wouldn'tof used those pretzels either, looked like they got hungry. Thanks for the great recipes.❤❤ oh and i love the family photo. The kids are getting so big. I've been following you for years i just don't comment all the time since i watch you on my tv lol😄 anyway i look forward to your next one.

[@donna8212]

Good morning Kimmy! Oh those cookies looked amazing, even the crispy ones 😁👍🏻. I wouldn’t have used those pretzels either. Love the picture you’re using this year ☺️. You’re doing great getting things done, I know it’s a lot 👍🏻😉. Have a good productive day today ❤️.

[@sandradow1783]

Great wrapping station!! Mine is more modest than your gorgeous version, but it's tucked away in a spare office. And I call it Santa's Worshop!! Have my hostess gifts ready for 4 households and this year I'm making stovetop potpourri for friends and family!! Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤

[@cathyvento7446]

ARE YOU ITALIAN???? LOVE IT.. ANGINETTI COOKIES !!!!!! I'M MAKING ALL THE ITALIAN COOKIES TOO THIS WEEKEND

[@vickiehadley4945]

In the Italian Christmas cookies do you use self rising flower or all purpose. If you use all purpose can you substitute the all purpose flour with self rising and if so would I still need the baking bowser

[@vickiehadley4945]

Powder not bowser lol

[@karin9670]

Lovely video 🎄

[@erinwagnerMI]

Love Tawra's channel 💖! I had her "Not Just Beans" cookbook from eons ago but lost it in the house fire we had in 2014. So glad to see I am not the only one to buy Christmas cards and then not send them out! 😂

[@leekorten1791]

The Italian Christmas cookies look so delicious 😋. I'm now going to try and make vegan ones.💞

[@lauralarkin5454]

Could you share your vegan recipe

[@naturalcreations40]

The bwd linen is so cute. You have a beautiful home.

[@shesinherapron]

Thank you

[@Clic03]

I love Tawra 🥰

[@codimarie090]

I grew up on Italian cookies but mine look a lot different than yours. Also never had them with lemon and we use a much thicker icing. My immediate family loves anise but everyone else doesn’t ( cousins, aunt, uncles and grandma). They use vanilla instead. Imo they aren’t the same with vanilla and don’t taste good with it. We also do a chocolate chip with anise. I find it interesting that anise supposedly tastes like black licorice. I don’t think it does at all.

[@leslielousma7913]

Watching while waiting on my 18 month old I babysit. In Texas Christmas Crack is called Texas Trash. We’ve been in Michigan for almost 15 years and it’s so funny the difference in holiday foods. I still cook my Southern dishes and refuse to say “pop”🤣

[@michigangrandma3452]

My appliance repairman showed me how to recalibrate my oven to lower it. Its really amazing . I can send you the link if I knew an email or contact info .

[@emilyherr6011]

OMG, where is your bedspread from?! I love it!

[@shesinherapron]

Stein-mart

[@teresadrigotas113]

Lol I'm always trying to set up cute little areas where my kids can do their own of something.... But my kids go beyond crazy with their creativity and want to use something from everything and then it becomes a HUGE mess! 🤪 So now I have a box they can pick their wrapping paper and a duffle bag that holds some markers, labels, bows, tape, and scissors! 😅 Then when they are done they can throw it all back in the bag! Lol

[@linda-mariestephens3719]

Charlotte from Ky.🙂

[@teresar.1152]

Good evening kimmy, how do I order your planner and do you ship international?

[@bnbtemple5936]

Loved this. Kimmy, big big question. Your bed. My husb and I are looking for one like it. Split, can go up and down, etc. Do you both like? Brand? Also love your headboard. Would you share also from where?

[@shesinherapron]

It’s from Denver Mattress. Two twin adjustable beds that fit in a king frame. We love them!

[@mikesgracie5068]

About 16 minutes into the video and cracking up at your adorable dog watching you talk to the camera. She's probably wondering what in the world you're doing and who you're talking to 😂 She's adorable! Merry Christmas to you and your family!!

[@janaimaughan3599]

I love your bedding, where did you find it?

[@tonijurkones9797]

Good morning 😃

[@Sheywh12]

Making your Moms Italian cookies for New Years can you use oil instead of shortening ?

[@cherylvillalva145]

Isn't having separate beds the best.

[@teresamason7450]

Can you make the Italian cookie dough and freeze before baking?

[@shesinherapron]

I have never tried it

[@ReneeRobinsonOfficial]

🙋🏻‍♀️ red truck fan right here!!

[@Roowzer]

Hi there! Do you make a copy of your family photo for each envelope and if yes, do you tape it in or just slide it in?

[@lenaapple1974]

I miss seeing your family more. I know FB restrictions etc and wanting more privacy. Nice to see the photo! Being a photographer, that image speaks to me... i love it!

[@missamy79]

Hey Kimmy, I’m making the Italian Christmas Cookies for the first time. Just wondering how long do they last ? Xx

[@shesinherapron]

2 weeks

[@vzimmer1951]

I don't have nearly that much stuff!

[@sarahlaughard7199]

What kind of mattress do you have? Its split I think my husband and I need this desperately

[@bobbitab]

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