Little Hats, Big Hearts

The American Heart Association and The Children's Heart Foundations are looking for help from anyone who can kit or crochet to make red hats for babies born in February. 

"Little Hats, Big Hearts" started in February of 2014 and collected 300 hats that first year in Chicago. It has since expanded to 40 states, including Washington! 

The specifics for these hats include red yarn, cotton or acrylic, medium to heavy weight and machine washable/dryable. 

They also are accepting donations of yarn! 

Check out their website to learn more about the specifics and to find free patterns. 

Winter DIY Crafts

Winter DIY Mason Jars

Easy Do-It-Yourself Mason Jars or Candle holders

Supplies you will need: You can find these at any Walmart and Dollar Store

Mason Jar or Candle holder

Glitter (Any type in any color)

Paint brush

Mod Podge 

Project will be messy! 

             

*You can add ribbon, charms, jewels and much more!

Holiday Activities

Check out these budget-friendly holiday activities to do with the family this holiday season!

1. Reindeer Festival in North Seattle - Website 

2. Snow Shows at Pacific Place - Website

3. Gingerbread Village at Seattle Sheraton - Website

4. Christmas Ship at Argosy Cruise Port - Website

5. Winterfest at Seattle Center - Website

6. Garden d'Lights at Bellevue Botanical Gardens - Website

7. Ivar's Clam Lights & Argosy Christmas Ship in Renton - Website

8. Seattle Festival of Trees - Website

9. Snowflake Lane in Bellevue - Website

10. Redmond Town Center - Website

11. WildLights at the Woodland Park Zoo - Website

12. Zoo lights at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium - Website

13. Holiday with Lights at Wild Waves - Website

Facts About Holidays

Facts About Holidays

                                        

 Christmas

• The poinsettia, a traditional Christmas flower, originally grew in Mexico, where it is also known as the ‘Flower of the Holy Night’. Joel Poinsett first brought it to America in 1829.
• The first Christmas was celebrated on December 25, AD 336 in Rome.
• Artificial Christmas trees have outsold real ones since 1991.

                                   

Hanukkah

• Hanukkah is celebrated around the world for eight days and nights.
• The word ‘Hanukkah’ means dedication, and honors one of the greatest miracles in Jewish history.
• In ancient times, oil was used in the menorah. Over time, candles were substituted for the oil.

                                  

Kwanzaa

• Kwanzaa is not religion based, but cultural celebration of African heritage, Spirits of Nature, and togetherness.
• Kwanzaa is rooted in African culture, however, people from all racial and ethnic backgrounds are welcomed to join in the celebration. 
• Kwanzaa is represented by three colors - red, green, and black.