Christmas Joy Decorated Sugar Cookie Collection

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If you’ve followed my site for long, you know that I decorate seasonal cookies far ahead of schedule…..just to be on top of blog posts, tutorials, classes, etc. So this final set of Christmas cookies for 2018 was created back in September.

August and September of 2018 have been a crazy time for me. I was diagnosed with breast cancer and found myself with a new “full time job” of fighting cancer. I barely had any time to decorate cookies. But I was determined to do as many sets as I could despite the lack of time and energy.

The day after I finished these cookies, I had my surgery (mastectomy). I remember putting the final touches on these cookies and pushing myself to get them done because I wasn’t sure when I would get back to decorating.

These are definitely not my best work….and the photos were hurried and forced. But they are part of my journey. I guess it is interesting to chronicle your life by cookies. ;)

Christmas holds such a special place in my heart. And I’m glad I got to dwell on all it means while I contemplated one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. These little bites of joy brought delight and distraction to my heart as I dreaded the upcoming procedure. And it makes my heart happy that I was able to do something I love despite the circumstances. ❤️

May our Christmas season be especially blessed as we contemplate what life really means and cherish every moment we are given.

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Christmas Joy Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Pinecone Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Christmas Tree on Truck Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Poinsettia Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Burlap Snowman Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Christmas Evergreen Tree Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Christmas Basket Bouquet Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

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Decorating Christmas Cookies Collection

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As I thought through all the possibilities of shapes to do for Christmas…..it seemed like “decorating Christmas cookies” was a perfect theme.

That’s how I started decorating cookies. My dad made it an event every year when I was a little girl. My whole family did it together. And boy did we have fun…and make lots of memories!

Even though the Christmas season is jammed packed with so many extra activities…..make some time to decorate cookies with the ones you love. It will be worth every second.

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

Made with Love Heart Decorated Sugar Cookies YouTube video HERE

Sugar and Spice Decorated Sugar Cookies YouTube video HERE

Snowflake Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Stocking Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Candy Cane Decorated Sugar Cookies YouTube video HERE

Cookie Sheet Pan Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Snowman Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Christmas Tree Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

Gingerbread Man Decorated Sugar Cookie YouTube video HERE

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REJOICE Christmas Decorated Cookie Collection

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What a beautiful season it has been already.
I'm so thankful to God for this time of year.
It is always a reminder of how good He is and how much He has given us.

Surrounding ourselves with so many wonderful memories......
along with all the delightful tastes, smells, sights, and sounds of Christmas,
it is such a great time to reflect on our lives and relish these moments.

Thank you so much for visiting the blog regularly and sending such encouraging thoughtful messages.
It is pure pleasure to share with you and hear your excitement about this art.

I wish you a very very Merry Christmas!
May this week be filled with so much peace, love, and joy. ❤️

"But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. 
I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.
Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.
This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.”
Luke 2:10-12

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Christmas Scribbled Decorated Cookies (Tutorial)

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O Holy Night Christmas Village Decorated Cookie Collection

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Alphabet Block XL Letter Cookie Cutters

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CookieCrazie Chatter...... Friday, December 26, 2014

 
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CookieCruise 2015 on January 22-26, 2015

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CookieCrazie's Week in Review

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Personal Side

When this is posted.....Christmas Day will have just passed,
but right now it is Christmas Eve and there is much anticipation in the air.

Actually, my family will start celebrating tonight (Friday night) through Sunday.
I've agreed to give up the actual holiday so my kids can go to their in-laws, etc......
if they will give me a few days of non-stop family time. :)
I love it!
Plus, I get to celebrate my birthday with my whole family here on Saturday.
That makes my birthday extra special.

We have lots of plans for the weekend.
The girls and I are going to each make a scarf with that arm-knitting technique I tried out last week.
Then we'll have some great food, open gifts, sing, play games,
and have our family photos made on Sunday.
The perfect weekend.

♥♥♥

Instagram photos for this week:

Have a Happy Ginger-y Friday.......only 6 days until Christmas!

Excited! Just made my first arm-knitting scarf.
It took a little more than 1 hour.....was supposed to take 30 min.
But not too shabby for my first attempt.

Happy Saturday!

This week I made some cookies for going
"over the river and through the woods" to MeeMaw's house.
We're on our way right now.

And now the holiday festivities begin.....
I wish you all a joyous Christmas celebration! 

It's the most wonderful time of the year.

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Last CookieCrazie Chatter....

CookieCrazie Chatter...... December 19, 2014

GINGER-y Christmas Cookie Collection

It's a Gingerbread festive world here on the blog today......

wishing you a very Merry Christmas!

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 Gingerbread House (Tutorial) 

2014 Christmas Cookie Collection

Quilted Christmas Tree Cookies (Tutorial)

Christmas Gift Tag Cookies (Tutorial) 

Gingerbread House (Tutorial) 

Homespun Winter Tree Cookies with Cardinal 

Homespun Christmas Cookie Collection (2014) 

Fireplace Christmas Cookie Scene 

 JOY-ful Christmas Cookie Collection

GINGER-y Christmas Cookie Collection 

MERRY Christmas! (2014)