Making Free Christmas Decorations | low-income | recession

[@dorawedlock3969]

I grew up in a very poor family but we had wonderful Christmases, not rich in gifts but fun. My mom had a cute little bank and started saving Jan 26th for the next Christmas. A quarter here and a dime saved there all went into piggy, She sewed, crocheted, baked and made Christmas wonderful, not because of great presents but great love.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That is so sweet. Your mother sounds like she was smart and thrifty!

[@joycewright5386]

My husband and I haven’t exchanged gifts for years. There is nothing we need or want. We are so blessed to live simply but debt free. We are warm, sheltered, never hungry, and we have a Savior!

[@marianskains2167]

Thank you for this. We are 79 and 76 with severe health problems which in turn led us to financial problems. We have. No gifts and no decorations. I see now that we will be okay. Our kids know how much we love them. All I can give are prayers. You and your family are included. Thank you

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

I’ll be praying for you and your husband. Praise the Lord that you get to celebrate another day here with all of us. ♥️

[@flowerpower3618]

Here is a scripture verse from Isaiah 46:4. “Even to your old age I am He , and to gray hairs I will carry you . I have made , and will bear; I will carry and will save. I will be your God throughout your lifetime - until your hair is white with age”. He is faithful indeed.

[@emarshalls2742]

thank you! I needed this verse also. @@flowerpower3618

[@lindadowling247]

Your awesome. Happy new year. 🥳🥰🤗🇨🇦

[@kathyakamimi4989]

You are very kind to offer prayers. I wish that I could help you.

[@LauraStepney]

Christmas decor wasn't in the budget for us this year either, but we've gone too may years without Christmas stockings...so I've spent the last few days while sick making quilted patchwork stockings from odds and ends of red and green fabric I had stashed away from past sewing projects. They need another few hours of work to assemble the insides and outsides with batting but they're looking so cute! So much better than anything I could have bought and now we'll have these handmade stockings for years to come. Plus free entertainment haha. Merry Christmas to your family :)

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

I love this so much!! My husband was just telling me how he’d like to change our stockings out for next year, maybe I’ll make a go at sewing some too ♥️

[@mixedmediaartgirl300]

That's 100 times better

[@melanieroberts2221]

​@@TheProductiveHomemakerLast years Christmas cards make great ornaments too.

[@SingleGirlsDIY]

They are made with love and so special now!

[@bethboyce978]

For garland I twist it together with the green floral wire

[@minoozolala]

My parents grew up during the Depression and told me how exciting it was to get a tangerine on Christmas!

[@lauriivey7801]

My entire adult life, I have been a 'jack-of-all-trades' but it wasn't by choice. I learned to do a variety of things because I couldn't afford to spend money. Now as a retired, old person, I am grateful for all the skills I've learned. I never had much money, but I was rich in so many ways. Now, I look at my grown children and grandchildren, and realize how wonderful my life has been.

[@folklohrfamily7310]

For years I have shopped the local thrift stores for holiday decorations. It never fails to be a rewarding experience. Making sugar cookies with the children is one of our favorite traditions, and the ingredients are almost always on hand. Putting out the homemade decorations from the kids each year makes the warmth extra special. Seeing the decorations my daughter made as a child next to the decorations her children have just made creates such a lovely feeling! Many blessings, and Merry Christmas!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That sounds so lovely ♥️♥️♥️

[@SweetTreatsBakery-CCP]

Use this for a special Christmas treat or stocking stuffers. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you for your sweet generosity! Merry Christmas to you 🎄❤️

[@lilacscentedfushias1852]

That’s such a kind gesture

[@jemmajames6719]

Merry Christmas to you and your family and anyone reading this comment.

[@SingleGirlsDIY]

For anyone living in the city that doesn’t have access to cutting pine trees in the woods, I’ve been able to gather lots of branches from Christmas tree cutting lots at places like Home Depot and Lowes. These are the branches that are cut off the trees, while they are being trimmed, but they make great garlands and tucking on the shelves for that fresh pine scent. When I asked about them, I got them for free.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

These are great tips! Thank you for sharing!

[@cindyr2951]

Don’t forget red and green construction paper chains 😊

[@cherylT321]

Good idea!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Oh yes! That’s on our list of crafts this week ❤️

[@veronicastewart1112]

Or even chains made from colorful ad magazines that come for free in the mail.

[@cindyr2951]

@@veronicastewart1112 never heard of that. Sounds awesome!

[@Rachel-ul8et]

@@veronicastewart1112great idea!

[@kathryngrace9038]

Homemade Christmas decorations are the best! I love what you have created. I was fortunate enough to inherit my grandmother’s homemade ornaments. They are some of my most precious possessions, along with the Christmas decorations my daughter has created over the years. This year we made baking soda dough ornaments and had so much fun! If anyone is a fan of salt dough ornaments I recommend giving baking soda dough ornaments a try. I found it even easier.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That is so sweet. I hope we have some to pass to our own children one day to cherish ♥️

[@guest0407]

My parents have never been wealthy, but one thing I (the eldest) am set to inherit are hand-painted Christmas ornaments by and from my mother and a wooden desk built by my maternal grandfather.

[@miephoex]

Fifty five years ago I put up my first Christmas tree. Found a box of wooden Christmas ornaments that you had to paint yourself. What an amazing tree it was. Those wooden ornaments and popcorns strings just made our season. No other tree has ever invoked those “Jesus” emotions again. Yes, times are hard but taking your children on a nature walk will fill your tree with Gods creations. Merry Christmas 🎄 and God Bless.m

[@adriennebruce1673]

I use the same decorations year after year. I generally only get something new if someone gifts it to me. Most of my decorations are actually gifts given to me by friends and family. I remember my mom letting me choose a few favorite Christmas tree ornaments from her collection when it came time for me to move out on my own. This year I did need to buy some new lights for the tree as the old ones gave out after roughly twenty years.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That’s wonderful that they lasted you so long! I’ve never gotten around to purchasing much, we always end up making them. It’s become a fun tradition with our children ☺️

[@MaryBudhu]

Our lives do not consist in the abundance of things but godliness with contentment is great gain. You are teaching your children great values, be blessed

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

I love this comment ♥️ Merry Christmas!

[@sherryshelton199]

You are wise beyond your years, no doubt a gift from God. Thank you for the humble reminder that everything we have comes from our creator. Merry christmas to you and yours!!!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

He has been very kind to me, helping me with contentment in my life no matter the season. Thank you for being here 💙

[@pamelacooley6457]

❤ beautiful video. We aren’t hurting financially right this moment…..but we have had a lot of very difficult times this year. I almost died from septic shock in August this year….still dealing with the after effects. Lots of doctors appointments. My mom’s dementia has gotten worse. My adult children have had a lot of extreme challenges. I’m struggling to feel in the mood for Christmas this year….but keep telling myself God let me live. I’m alive. ❤️ life is difficult.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Wow, praise God that you got better. All of those piled on top of each other would be very difficult. I pray you are able to still see some beauty around this season. ♥️

[@leem200]

Life can come at you hard at times. Rejoyce anyway. Unto us a Savior is born, good tiding to all. Hard to watch a parent slowly slip away and you having been sick makes it more aggravating. I know one year I had a really hard year, all the way around, seemed like every month it was something major. Deaths, sickness, all of it. The scripture that I hung on to be still and know that I am God. I mourned, and was depressed some days, even thought maybe I would not survive another thing, and I could barely pray. I wonder why me, God, and everywhere I went I saw that Bible verse, or someone said it to me. So, I just lived each day with being still and knowing God is and I got through it. All things come to pass, and a season for all things. So, hang in there do the best you can, and you shall see the other side again. Life is not without grief or needs and sorrow. Just through Christ we have our hope and his peace through it all. Prayers for you and your mom. God bless you for dementia is so very difficult. Enjoy the moments and love her through the ones not so great, love is greatest of all. Know Christ walks beside you and carries you too. Peace!

[@veronicastewart1112]

You are not alone.

[@bettyadkisson1681]

Yes isn't so heart felted when you can share the free gifts with others. I had made a large grapevine wreath with my vines and my sister in law seen it and asked if she could buy it and I said no I will gifted it too you cause they are too expensive too buy and was thinking of you too keep easier for you. I have 2 wild grapevine and curly willow and I will start making more wreath formers for friends and families too cut their prices in half. And making more crocheted and knitted sets and stuffed animals too donate too churches and hospitals. Cause most yarns have been gifted too me for making and sharing. I made a facemask hat that could be folded up for a normal hat. And when the people around him seen it asked for one too. Because it has finally gotten down below -5 now. I have all this winter too make more items too share with our churches and hospitals.

[@claudinepotvin-giordano1154]

Beautiful. Kind warm and faithful.

[@patrickquiroz5656]

Mrs. Q here...One of the best Christmases we've ever had was when we had virtually zero money for gifts for our 4 kids. The kids and I brainstormed ideas, found things around the house to repurpose, purchased a few things at a local thrift store, used coupons, and found things on sale for the rest. Our kids were forced to look at each other on a deeper level to come up with something the others would like. I think we spent less than $20 total for 5 gifts (one for each kid and one for their dad). They all still have their gifts years later and still talk about that year with fondness. I highly recommend it to everyone. Blessings to you and your family! Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@jeannine1739]

Amen! My husband and I sometimes say that God chose not to bless us with health or wealth, but He blessed us with a Savior, and that is so huge a gift! As you mentioned, He fills our bellies, he's given us each other, and we have brothers and sisters in Christ. Blessings on top of blessings on top of blessings. May our Lord fill your heart with peace and joy, in hard times and easy. :)

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Yes! In all things He shall be praised!

[@maegardnermills4292]

God loves us. HE knows our health and wealth . HE does things we don't understand. HE does want us to take care of our bodies and being wise in being a good stewart in finances. A disease is destroying my liver and I never dranked nor smoked. I am thanful for each moment . Life is a gift.

[@Anne-pk8gs]

Bread bag ties, wire scraps or zip ties work well for florals if you have any lying around. Your hand made decor looks fresh & lovely.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Oh that’s a great idea! Thank you for sharing 😄

[@riderc2770]

You can strip the paper from the bread bag ties--just soak them a bit in water.@@TheProductiveHomemaker

[@butterflyj1967]

Oh how pretty! We used to make comic and newspaper paper chains when my kids were little.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

I love that idea! Thank you for sharing ♥️

[@marz736]

I love your star, it's beautiful. One year I made rag dolls for my children. My daughter asked me to make another for her. Strange. I found the pattern in magazines I would buy at rhe thrift store. No magazines anymore and it was gard to find a pattern on the internet. So, I made the pattern from memory. Hope it works. Thanks for the memory, Laramie. God bless you and yours. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That is so sweet!

[@doodles3075]

@martz736 . Growing up, we never had very much money, although i can never remember going without. My mum made me a rag doll one year, which was the most precious thing to me. Over the years, I've had so many presents which I can remember very few. BUT that rag doll is something I will never forget because my mum made it for me ❤❤

[@careystayton2663]

I'm just one person living on SSI and I didn't get a tree or much of anything and I live in a 27ft bumper pull camper. Your video reminded me of when I was a child my sisters and I strung popcorn and cranberries we also did fruitloops lol they are really pretty with frosty sugar on them. So thank you very the good memories ❤️

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

♥️

[@leannehollenbeck2549]

For many years when our 4 kids were young, every Thanksgiving we would draw names from a hat, we all made a handmade gift for the name we chose. We never shared “who do you have?” It was a secret until Christmas morning!

[@claudinepotvin-giordano1154]

Time to make cinnamon rolls. The smell of baked goods always lifts my spirits

[@pinchingpennyseveryday5128]

And they make wonderful Christmas presents too 😊 doing a lot of baking for Christmas this year ❤

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Oh yes! We made cinnamon rolls for breakfast Christmas Day 🎄

[@SharonAnnMenefee]

And listening to Christmas music on the radio while working in the kitchen.

[@eversosophi9653]

Rom 8:29 for i reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared to the glory which shall be revealed in us •❤️

[@irmalujan1723]

We grew up poor in a little town. But as I look back we weren’t really. We had a a little house. But it seemed big then. There were eight of us in total. My mom and daddy made sure we had something to open on Christmas. My dad got a turkey from his work. He was a laborer at a farm. Not much money. My mom stayed home. She made a lot of our clothes back then. I don’t know how they did it 🥺We are truly blessed and sometimes I think we have too much now. It hasn’t been easy at all. But blessed with a good husband and two beautiful boys. May GOD bless everyone this year and give us all the strength to get through it all. 🙏🏻❤️

[@kimberlysneden4924]

God bless you and your family.

[@reneejohnson5787]

I would say maybe use some wire. The hardware stores sell it, different gauges. Times are certainly hard right now Kids dont need alot of stuff though. Less is more. They dont appreciate it as much when there are many gifts. We learned that when our kids were young. They actually told us thanks for not giving us too much. Kids remember that you were there for them. Memories are better than the hottest toy. We're having pasta this year for Christmas dinner. I'm looking forward to a simple meal. Merry Christmas to everyone.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

We’ve found that ours get very overwhelmed when there are many gifts. The biggest excitement for them currently is the sweet treats they get in their stockings- they love the homemade cookies and chocolates I put in them 😋

[@John-316URLOVED]

Amen. As always, well said. Your decorations were beautiful- anything from the heart is! Last week my class made reindeer ornaments out of clothespins and waterless snow globes with old baby food jars and ribbon- I took my frugal living into the classroom and everyone got to go home with 2 holiday decorations. I love free greenery and free pinecones this time of year too! God bless you and your family, and Merry Christmas!

[@jemmajames6719]

My son made a snow globe out of a jam jar with water in at school about 22 years ago, then a few years later I made another at home with another son, both come out every Christmas along with other decorations my three sons made.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That is so sweet! I bet those decorations were just adorable ☺️

[@dawnziccardi8205]

You can make snowflakes out of the clothespins for ornaments too. I have some hanging from my mantel & I used white sparkly glitter on them & they are beautiful!

[@jojopeterson4411]

I use a wire type string to get garland to cooperate and add some holly if there is any available

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Ohhh that’s a wonderful idea. Thank you for sharing!

[@lindajacquot5391]

I remember stringing popcorn and cranberries in my youth. Thank you for reminding me of a lovely memory. 🎄

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

I’m so glad you enjoyed ♥️

[@SharonAnnMenefee]

And making paper chains!

[@LibbiM]

Your Christmas decorations looked so beautiful and made your home look cozy ❤ these days Christmas is so commercialized and it's nice to take a step backwards, no matter what your circumstances are, and remember that the most important things are family togetherness and, of course, the birth of our Lord and Saviour. Merry Christmas to you and your family 🎄🎄🎄

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

He is the reason for the season. As our little ones say, Jesus gets the best birthday party of all 😊

[@mylittleruralhomestead]

Your wreath is beautiful and such a great idea to repurpose an older gift into something new.🥰

[@susierawings1367]

I actually watch your channel bc of your sweet personality and positve attitude more than the content.... Learning something new is just a bonus.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

You are so kind! I’m glad that you’re here ♥️

[@jess88somanycats]

Thank you for sharing your story and for helping others understand there is no shame in not having lots of money during Christmas. I enjoy your creativity, kindness, and gentle demeanor. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@sarahwarlady]

Beautiful wreath

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you! 😊

[@tanjabrattinga7401]

I love youre decorations, not the bright and screaming lights and blingbling. Beautiful!!!!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you! Yes, simple is what we enjoy ☺️

[@MsSkipperkim]

Most Christmas tree lots will let you have scraps.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Yes! Though our closest one is over an hour away. 😅

[@cindyclark9145]

Your wreath turned out beautifully! And your message is so beautiful and true! You would make a wonderful story teller…your voice is so sweet and charming! ❤🌲❤

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Your comment is so kind, thank you ♥️

[@cindyclark9145]

@@TheProductiveHomemaker you’re welcome.

[@MsSkipperkim]

I should do this for the birds ouside

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Yes! After Christmas we will string these outside for them. It’s fun to watch them eat it!

[@marilynroberts6644]

Absolutely beautiful decorations. 🎄🕯🎄. You're words ring true with so many of us, especially this time of year. Your children are being raised with good values and appreciation and you should be commended. 💜

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

You are so kind, thank you for being here ♥️

[@sassyherbgardener7154]

Go on a nature walk and collect pinecones, acorns, seeds, nuts, feathers, etc. to decorate a wreath, garland, or tree. You can make decorations, or ornaments, out of applesauce, flour, and cinnamon. Look up a recipe online. You cut shapes out with cookie cutters, and bake them in the oven. Decorated sugar cookies can be decor, too. You can make paper snowflakes, and you can also craft decorations with old Christmas cards. A fun thing to do is to make play dough. You can google a recipe, and color it with food coloring. You can always melt down a bunch of old (nearly used up) candles, and make a big new candle or two. Baking gingerbread houses is fun, and you could just use graham crackers and icing to make little houses. There are many things you can do with little or no money!

[@Rachel-ul8et]

Your decorations are absolutely charming. I don’t remember any purchased decorations from childhood. I DO remember the one time we made popcorn and cranberry garlands. They dry beautifully, and we used them for years. They were always my favorite. We also made oranges with whole cloves poked in them with different designs. I still make those every year. I lean down smell them everyday. Heavenly smell. Less is more. What you made was priceless

[@robinjones533]

Homemade decorations are better. They are beautiful and they mean alot from the heart. Merry Christmas. I make most of my decorations and gifts.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That’s wonderful. I love the sentiment of a gift someone took the time to prepare for me ♥️

[@cynthiacombest5]

Your decorations look lovely! We have had struggles this season but your warm, encouraging and uplifting words made a huge difference. Merry Christmas!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

I’m so glad you found some encouragement here ♥️♥️

[@mallymakings2853]

Such a beautiful video and I love your decorations. My family and I prefer homemade decorations/meals instead of the commercial stuff that’s out there. Not only are we teaching our son that you don’t have to spend huge amounts for things to be special. Buy some apples and oranges and dry them out, string popcorn and berries or make salt and flour ornaments and get your children to help. It’s a great way to get them involved, they’ll treasure your time with them whilst having fun and making memories. Children won’t remember the shiny new things they received but they’ll remember the fun of making things and if taken care of, those ornaments will last for years but the memories will last forever. xxx

[@violetking8647]

❤so blessings home

[@veronicastewart1112]

We barely had Christmas this year. I did hang a wreath over our mantel and like you, decorated the mantel with greens from the yard and candles. I gave my grown children 2 (inexpensive) gifts apiece, and we had a nice dinner together. It was a simple meal, easy to prepare and we really didn't need a bunch of side dishes. We had no tree, but the candlelight from the mantel lit the room. That was it, and I'm glad that we were together.

[@theresamascorro2724]

Your wreath is beautiful

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you ♥️

[@AnjCorvin]

I look forward to your videos. Your warm words are so encouraging! These tough times need people like you ❤

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you for being here with me ♥️♥️

[@audreystarr6166]

I'm so inspired by you! Im a disabled single momma, and have lived on a poverty income for years. I thought I was great at being frugal but I am gaining so much more knowledge from you on how to be even more frugal. I'm so grateful that after a 13 year wait, I've gotten on disability and have some money coming from back pay. I had hoped to be able to use it on a down payment on a home but I see potentially that I might be able to buy in cash like you did.

[@cecileroy557]

Decades ago I made my twin sons' Christmas Stockings out of the same red plaid fabric I had used to sew a pair of maternity pants. About 1 1/2 inches below the top I sewed on two rows of white pompom trim. They were so cute. My twins are now 50 & I still have them!! 🎄😉🎄

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That sounds so sweet!

[@rosalynrendon4785]

I love your decorations. It takes me back to my childhood. My Grammie would sit us all down and we would make Christmas ornaments that we would take home or give to our parents. Your a blessing! Your children are lucky. Most children today don’t get this much love, attention and time from their parents. ❤ my husband and I love your channel. Keep the videos coming.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

♥️♥️ she sounds like a beautiful women

[@GrandmaK-px3kk]

You are amazing in your attitude and doing the best for your family. I love watching you make do with so little. You are to be commended for making do with what you have. I admire you so much. You are a perfect example of how to live frugally but with amazing results. I just recently found your KZbin channel but I love watching you and listening to your sweet voice. Don’t give up. You are a breath of fresh air. Your husband and children are lucky to have you.

[@CindyKinney]

Good morning, Laramie. Your decorations looked so pretty on the dining room hutch and above your sink in the kitchen. You are so creative and have such positivity in everything you do. Have a wonderful new week ahead.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Good morning Cindy! I hope you have a lovely Sunday ♥️

[@lisahaffner3337]

I cut back on the gift giving this year. Made some friends aware that we need to keep the money for our own families. Dinner wasn’t fancy and it was just the 3 of us. Homemade gifts and decorations are the best. You did a wonderful job using what you had

[@mildreddampier5579]

Your homemade decorations are charming. Those little labors of love will remain with your children always more than any trinket you purchase from a shop. Have a Joyous Christmas and may The Christ of Christmas bless you all❤‍🩹

[@camartinwv]

One of my fondest memories of Christmas as a child was stringing popcorn for our tree. We made cookies that we hung with ribbons. One year my brother and I went to the Christmas tree selling lot a block away one evening and the man gave us a nice Charlie Brown tree. I remember the joy we felt dragging that tree down the block and we were so proud that it was good enough to be our tree that year. We were very young, about 4 and 6 years old. I am 70 years old and my parents fortunes improved a lot over the years and mine even more so.

[@jennifergodman8072]

Love your channel! So real, and you have a wonderful perspective on life and money! Young Woman need this so badly in our society. We have lived a simple debt free life for 13 years now, so rewarding on so many different levels. So blessed! Thank you for blessing us with your wisdom!

[@rhondawiggins5728]

How did you come to have so much wisdom at your age? This one made me cry.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Hard times build character ♥️ Happy New Year!

[@lziniti]

There is some cost to this suggestion, but, I like to dehydrate oranges in the oven, and then use twine to make orange garlands to hang in my kitchen, on my tree, in my windows. They last a few years. We had so much fun making them.

[@carolyngossett3241]

Beautiful decorations! Much better than store bought. God bless you and your family.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you ♥️

[@maegardnermills4292]

I have cedar trees and a holly tree. I found a stem that had about 7 sections of where acorns had been. I even found a sampling of squirrel fur . All of those made a lovely Christmas arrangement that I ribbon tied to a handrail. Our first Christmas ,as over two months as newlyweds, we didn't have much. I took Q-tips and made snowflakes by tying three or four together with hand stiching in the center. I hanged them on our cedar tree. Simply an nice. He brought home a very big fruit basket on Christmas eve. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@carolynlineberger1929]

Merry Christmas to you and your sweet family. Your decorations are beautiful and made with love. Thank you for sharing.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

♥️

[@amandazplace5663]

I love the garland. Its so pretty.♥️🇨🇦

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you. 💕

[@tammywhite3670]

You created lovely Christmas decorations. Merry Christmas and God bless.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you!

[@karenhummel49]

The food prices here in NY have doubled tripled etc! Getting worse. PSEGLI and National Grid rates are going up again. I pray my husband's health is stable enough for us to leave NY for a better quality of life! Missing so many loved ones this Christmas who have passed on. 😢 wishing everyone a happy healthy and prosperous New Year! ❤💙🙏✨️🎉

[@kristinehard9419]

Looks lovely and probably smells Great!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Oh it smells so good!

[@priscillabohn4621]

My favorite Christmases as a child and a grandma of 6 I loved the home spun Christmases where you are more greteful

[@justgoodness333littlehomes5]

Tie the garland on a stick the widthof your window. You can let the ends drape down.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That’s a smart tip, thank you!

[@SharonAnnMenefee]

Use a tension rod inside your window and drape your greens over it.

[@eileenlennon-burns7020]

Just a hint for next year's greens...a paddle of craft wire makes doing your own greens SO much easier and my paddles last forever...I tried using twine and it's so difficult to tighten sufficiently...I've made all my greens for years...good for the pocketbook but even better for your spirit!

[@maegardnermills4292]

Thank you for your kindness and sweetness. Lovely decorations. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@elisavintervejr]

So heartwarming and encouraging. The world needs it hard these days❤️🎄Merry Christmas dear sister. God bless you and your family.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

♥️

[@CheriGoodwin]

So pretty! Great job!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you! 😊

[@cr-iv1el]

You are taking me back to my childhood.

[@jackieeljabbour5870]

You are an inspiration. Thank you.

[@Free2Praise]

Everyone watching this video should listen to the song Christmas every day by unspoken. It really expresses how everyone should be feeling ALL the time. Merry Christmas everyone!

[@maryegerton6848]

Such a sweet video❤ I am going out back to my enchanted forest to get some fresh greenery today to Christmas up my little house. My sister and her husband are coming on Tuesday for a pre Christmas visit for a couple of days. I have no money for a huge feast like turkey etc, but I plan on doing baking tomorrow and we will have baked pasta, squash soup and salad and Greek potatoes etc for the two days. And of course sourdough bread. I hope to see you soon before Christmas. 🥰

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That sounds dreamy! And what a beautiful meal. Enjoy!

[@melanytodd2929]

God bless you and your family ❣ 🙏🙏🙏. Special love from South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤ 🙏

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you for being here! ♥️

[@angelasnodgrass6621]

Your videos are so calming to me. I am a minimalist. Your cooking and decorations make my heart happy.

[@Beginnerreadsthebible]

I love your calm voice ❤

[@sheilarobbins8056]

So sweet, Laramie!

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you! 💕

[@silvana4321]

You are very wise my dear I wish you many blessings to you and your family ❣️🙏

[@marianneschlenther8115]

Such a soothing and comforting voice! I just love your channel. May God bless all your efforts ❤

[@SisterImawhosoever]

Finding peace and contentment in the midst of hard times. These past three years have been the hardest for me health wise but my relationship with Jesus has flourished. This I know…I wouldn’t change places with anyone even if I could. Again, it’s about finding that peace and contentment in the midst of your circumstances. You are far richer than many for you are wise in the things that matter. Merry Christmas to you and yours dear Laramie. ❤️

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Praise Him for your spiritual growth! There’s no other peace than knowing no matter what you are taken care of. Thank you so much for being here ♥️

[@janettaylor9058]

Beautiful decorations . Happy Christmas.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you ♥️

[@skehleben7699]

There are so many fun ornaments to make with children. I'm 64 and remember as a small child with my siblings and parents spending many afternoons crafting with all the "found" goodies, glue, paint and various scraps. The best memories of childhood come out of feeling loved and safe in a big sometimes scary world and it looks like you're doing a fine job!🕊

[@skehleben7699]

By the way, I still have many of the ornaments! Even the ones attacked by our kitty!

[@aleshalipsky1684]

Merry Christmas to you as well. Wish you a full and joyful home with laughter and good health. I look forward to all of your videos.

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you ♥️♥️ same to you!

[@2003_Katie]

Beautiful decorations and beautiful words ❤

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you so much! ♥️

[@joanwingo6555]

Thank you for your video! You have a sweet and comforting voice.❤

[@jenniferevans5192]

Love the decorations you have made. What a lovely home you have and anyone can tell that it’s filled with love. Sending you love and best wishes to your family and all your viewers. Happy Christmas from a small countryside town in England. X

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

Thank you for your kind words ♥️

[@ginamariedimatos5598]

For garland, slice and dry oranges and lemons. Pinecones are also free and festive.

[@DavidReece-l4i]

I just want to say that I almost never comment on KZbin or anything else, but it has really been impressed on my heart to say something to you, not just about this post, but about all of your posts. I want to say “yes, yes, yes!” To how you are trying to live your life and rear your children. I always dreamed of being dept free, and we did finally accomplish this, although we were older than you when we were able to do it. I know now that it was mainly because I wanted to stay near our families, which was in an area with high cost housing. I so admire you guys for having the courage to step out and go to an area that was more . In any case it sounds like you are doing everything you can to live within your means, yet enjoy spending time with each other, while having tasty, nutritious meals. So glad to see younger people doing this. I know you are teaching these values to your children also. So many times today, it seems people are so rushed, and so busy trying to earn more money to keep up the lifestyle they think they have to live, they loose site of what is really important. If you know how to cook, and I mean really know how to cook like you do, you can save so much money. You can even involve your children in the cooking, too, as they are able, and they like it! Also with making your own decorations and other things also. Home keeping skills are much undervalued today. And you can spend more quality time with your family with your family if you can find ways to spend, and therefore need, less money. Teach your kids everything you can, from cooking to housekeeping to home carpentry and repair skills. And keep doing it yourself. It works, I know, I am a lot older than you. But even today, it works, and it may be even more important in today’s world than ever. Kudos to you and your family! You go girl! (The name on the account is my husband’s, I am Susan) Find .

[@karinkreamer8071]

Your garland looks good. I hope you and your family had a joyful, peaceful and blessed Christmas and new Years. I ust found your channel and I am looking forward to more videos. Have a great week.

[@rachelseibert7882]

Beautiful 😊

[@Kyla94934]

I use the same decorations every year, mostly thrifted. I havent bought christmas decorations for years. And when i was collecting them i just got one or 2 things each year

[@TheProductiveHomemaker]

That’s wonderful!

[@PleasantPrickles]

Use a stick as the base of your garland and tie bunches of the cuttings along it. It is easier to hang too, less floppy. 🎄