Kris Kringle Cookies

'Tis the season.  And if you haven't started your holiday baking yet, there's no time like the present.  This simple cookie recipe screams Christmas to me - cranberries and white chocolate - what's not to love?  I've been making this one for years and it's always a crowd pleaser!

Kris Kringle Cookies

            3/4 cup unsalted butter, brought to room temperature

            3/4 cup packed brown sugar

            1/4 cup granulated sugar

            1 large egg, at room temperature

            2 tsp pure vanilla extract

            2 cups all purpose flour

            2 tsp cornstarch

            1 tsp baking soda

            1/2 tsp salt

            3/4 cup white chocolate chips

            1 cup dried cranberries

             

1. In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar on medium speed until combined and creamy. (about 3 minutes) 
2. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl.  Beat again, as needed, to combine. 
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, cornstarch, baking soda and salt together. On low speed, slowly mix into the wet ingredients until combined. 
4. Cover tightly and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour. Chilling helps to ensure that your cookies don't overspread in the oven. Dough can be chilled for up to 4 days. 
5. Remove chilled cookie dough from the refrigerator.  If the dough chilled for longer than 3-4 hours, let it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to make the dough easier to scoop and roll. 
6. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line large baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside. 
7. As the oven preheats, scoop and roll dough into balls (about 1.5 Tbsp of dough each)  Dough may be slightly crumbly but will come together as you work it with your hands.  Arrange dough balls 3 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. 
8. Bake for 11- 12 minutes.  Cookies should be slightly browned around the edges.  The centers will still look soft. 
9. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack to cool completely. 
10. Cookies will stay fresh covered for up to one week (but they probably won't last that long!)

These cookies make a perfect compliment to all of the chocolate treats you typically bake around the holidays, so make sure to give this one a try!

Whether you’re baking for a holiday cookie swap, filling treat tins for friends and neighbors, or just enjoying an afternoon of goodie baking, these Cranberry and White Chocolate Chip (Kris Kringle) Cookies are sure to become a Christmas favorite you’ll reach for year after year. And here are a few other Harris Sisters favorites you’ll want to try next when you need to impress with a new recipe:

• No Bake Cookies (PLUS the secret to getting them to turn out perfectly every time!)
• Betty Crockers Old-Fashioned Thumbprint Cookies
• Molasses Ginger Cookies with Lemon Icing
• Old-Fashioned Butter Cookies with Sprinkles
• Russian Tea Cakes
• Chewy Triple Chocolate Cookies

How to Plan a Country Christmas Party

The Harris Family is kicking off this year's holiday season with a simple Christmas party idea that's easy to put together in no time flat. Over the year's we've brought you favorite Christmas party themes like Retro 1950s, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, and a Christmas Ball.

But this year, we decided to bring you a down-home Country Christmas, which couldn't be easier to do! Here are all the details you need to get started:

Country Christmas Party

Start with an invitation that matches your Country Christmas theme. Because people's calendars tend to fill up around the holidays, make sure to send your invitations well in advance of your party date. If you'd like for guests to come dressed a certain way, add that to the invitations. (That will add to the fun of the party!) We chose to all dress in plaid (boots optional). Where can you find country-themed invitations? Check out Etsy or Amazon for your best options.

Country Christmas Party Menu

You'll have lots of fun planning a menu for this party. We opted to serve foods and drinks that are associated with being from the country. Can these foods be found in other places too? I'm sure they can, but when you're from the South, you tend to associate them with "country" food. If you have guests coming from different areas, ask them to sign up for a food item to build your menu.

Here's the menu we used for our Country Christmas Party:

• Mini Chicken and Waffle Appetizers
• Fried Pickles
• Mac & Cheese Bites
• Ham Biscuits
• Veggie Tray served with Pimento Cheese
• Deviled Eggs
• Cowboy Caviar and Tortilla Chips
• Punch
• Sweet Tea
• Lemonade

How to Decorate for a Country Christmas Party

We used two red buffalo plaid scarves to make a runner for the table. And we chose paper plates, napkins, and serving pieces that were red plaid.

Daddy was the proud recipient of our centerpiece, which was an old, white truck that we customized with front and back license plates so that it looked more like his beloved Pretty Boy.

What Music to Play at My Country Christmas Themed Party

Before your Country themed Christmas party, make sure to have Deanna's Country Christmas Playlist queued up in time for the party. And don't forget the classic stylings of Kenny & Dolly Once Upon a Christmas to round out your playlist.

What Gifts Can I Give at My Country Christmas Party?

This year, we changed it up quite a bit. In addition to giving Daddy our special Pretty Boy centerpiece at the end of the party, we also played a few games for the opportunity to win prizes. If you have a bunch of kids and teenagers in your group, you might want to consider this route too. These games are great ideas instead of buying everyone on your list a present. 

First up, we played a version of the Bow Spinner Game. You can watch directions for how to play here:

The only thing that we did differently, as you can see in our setup below is that we used buckets instead of Solo cups, which allowed us to put larger prizes underneath. Because each had a larger prize, we omitted the Golden Box that was attached to the golden bow.

Emma was the proud winner of an inflatable chicken costume and she loved it!

The next game we played was the Dollar Bill Game. Perfect for large groups, the Dollar Bill Game is a fast-paced holiday party game where guests pass dollar bills around a circle until one lucky player wins the whole kitty at the end. And guess who was our big winner from that game? Emma again!

I hope we've inspired you to plan your own party with a new and fun theme this year.

The Harris Sisters (and our BIG family) send you warmest holiday wishes and hopes for a very Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

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How to Play the Dollar Bill Party Game

Last Christmas, we discovered a new favorite way to bring a little extra laughter and excitement to our holiday party: a simple, fun game using just three dollar bills per person! Perfect for large groups, this game had everyone laughing and getting into the festive spirit, no matter their age. It was easy to set up, quick to play, and soon became the highlight of the party. If you’re looking for a playful activity to create memories with your guests, keep reading, We’re sharing step-by-step instructions so you can try this Dollar Bill Game at your own Christmas gathering!

Dollar Bill Game (Left, Right, Center Game)

3 dice

3 dollar bills per person playing

1. Each player starts with three $1 bills. 

2. Roll one die to see who starts the game. Highest roll begins the game.

3. Starting with Player 1 and taking turns clockwise, each player rolls the same number of dice as they have dollars in front of them. For example, if you have two dollars in front of you and one in the kitty, you roll two dice. If you do not have any dollars in front of you, you forfeit your turn that round. 

Perform the action corresponding to the number on each die rolled:

1 - keep one dollar.

2 - keep one dollar.

3 - keep one dollar.

4 - pass one dollar to the player on your left.

5 - place one dollar in the center of the table (in the kitty).

6 - pass one dollar to the player on your right.

For example, if you have two dollars in front of you and you roll a 3 and a 4, you keep one dollar and pass one to the player on your left, leaving you with one dollar.

Once a dollar is passed to the center of the table (the kitty), it stays in the kitty. But once a dollar is passed to another player, you have a chance to win it back the next round, based on how other players roll their dice! 

4. Continue taking turns until only one person is left with any dollar bills. They win the whole kitty from the center of the table!

 

Notes:

Make sure to specify that each player needs three $1 bills. Our family misunderstood this, and we brought $12 in the form of a $10 bill and two $1s and then had to quickly make change!

You might want to have some extra $1 bills on hand to make change for folks just in case.

If playing with children, make sure they are old enough to understand that because it is a game of chance, only one person can win. This is a good opportunity to talk ahead of time about good sportsmanship, how to be excited for the winner, and to congratulate them when they win.

You can also play this game with quarters or candy if you want to lower the stakes.

This is a fun game for a group of people. One minute you might be out of dollar bills, but suddenly you find yourself winning again because of how everybody else rolled. We had all kinds of "special rolls," cheering, "Are you kidding me's?", "Big money, No whammies!", whooping and hollering, that's for sure!

We hope this Dollar Bill Game adds just as much fun and laughter to your holiday celebrations as it did to ours! It’s one of those simple, easy-to-set-up activities that can bring a big group of people together and create memories that last long after the party ends. So grab three bucks, gather your friends and family, and let the festivities and the giggles begin!

25 Vintage Holiday Recipes Straight from Grandma’s Cookbook

There’s just something special about those old-fashioned holiday recipes that have been passed down through generations, the ones written inside the pages of Grandma’s favorite cookbook in her own handwriting. This Vintage Holiday Recipe Roundup celebrates those timeless classics that bring warmth and nostalgia to every Christmas table. 

The holiday season is packed full of nostalgia. Here’s a list of The Harris Sisters favorite vintage recipes to help keep some of those old-fashioned holiday traditions alive. If you’re planning a Retro-Themed Christmas Party, make sure to add some of these Christmas goodies to the menu. Others on the list are sure to please at your next holiday gathering. So dust off your mixing bowls and get ready to bring a little vintage magic back to your kitchen this season.

Appetizers & Snacks

Every great holiday gathering starts with something to nibble on, and these vintage appetizers and snacks are just the thing to get the party started. From cheese balls rolled in chopped pecans to crispy sausage balls, these recipes are just like Grandma used to make.

Classic Cheeseball Recipe

Chex Mix

Swiss & Gruyere Fondue

Classic Cheese Ball

Cucumber Finger Sandwiches

Stuffed Mushrooms

Sausage Balls

Beverages

Whether you’re serving up a cozy cup of holiday wassail or a festive punch bowl brimming with cheer, these nostalgic beverages are sure to warm hearts and hands alike. Each sip feels like a taste of Christmas past, perfect for gathering around the fire or toasting with family and friends.

Champagne Punch

Champagne Punch

Non-Alcoholic Party Punch

Holiday Wassail

Non-Alcoholic Holiday Wassail

Homemade Eggnog

Side Dishes

The secret to a memorable holiday feast is in the sides, and these vintage favorites are true comfort food classics. From delicious cornbread and creamy sweet potatoes to cranberry sauce and savory stuffing, these side dishes bring warmth, tradition, and a touch of home to every holiday table.

Sweet Potato Casserole

Grandma’s Bread Stuffing

Sweet Potato Casserole

Cranberry Sauce

Old-Fashioned Cornbread

Desserts

No holiday meal is complete without a few sweet treats, and Grandma’s dessert recipes never disappoint. Think buttery cookies decorated with sprinkles, custard pies, and old-fashioned cakes that make the whole house smell like Christmas. These desserts are pure nostalgia, simple, homemade, and made with love.

Grandma Elizabeth's Coconut Custard Pie

Grandma Elizabeth’s Cobbler

Peanut Butter Balls

Grandma Elizabeth’s Coconut Custard Pie

Grandma Elizabeth’s Applesauce Cake

Coconut Cake

Grandma Elizabeth’s Magic Fruit Cake

No Bake Choc Oat Cookies

Old-Fashioned Thumbprint Cookies

Grandma Elizabeth’s Oatmeal Cake

Butter Cookies with Sprinkles

Jello Mold

Orange Balls

There’s a reason Grandma’s recipes never go out of style. They’re made with simple ingredients, a little patience, and a whole lot of love. As you stir, bake, and taste your way through these vintage holiday favorites, we hope they bring back sweet memories and help you create new ones around your own table. After all, the best part of any recipe isn’t just the flavor, it’s the traditions that get passed along with every bite.

How to Make Vintage Christmas Pipe Cleaner Cone Dolls

Dolls and crafts made from pipe cleaners have been around for a very long time. Last year, I came across a tutorial from Pyrex Girl on TikTok showing how to make vintage-style pipe cleaner (chenille stem) dolls for Christmas and I set about to make three of them.

I kept one for myself and gave the other two to Harris Sisters Deanna and Misty.

These were fun crafts to make and if you're the crafty sort, you can to make them too! They blend in seamlessly with other vintage Christmas decor.

The directions written below are step-by-step guidelines to follow to create these dolls, but if you are a visual learner, I would encourage you to watch the Pyrex Girl tutorial.

Supplies You'll Need to Make Vintage Christmas Chenille Stem Dolls

Pipe Cleaners or Chenille Stems in Colors of Choice

Scissors or Wire Cutters

Hot Glue and Glue Gun

Cardboard/Paper Cone in Desired Height

Doll Head

Other Decorative Items like Pom-Poms, Sequins, Beads, etc. (optional)

1. Fold each chenille stem in half and cut with scissors or wire cutters.
2. Fold each half chenille stem piece in half and cut with scissors or wire cutters. (Each chenille stem should produce 4 chenille stem pieces.)
3. Fold the four chenille stem pieces in half and set aside.
4. Repeat the first three steps until you have a supply of folded chenille stem pieces, then hot glue each folded piece in a row at the bottom of the cardboard cone, so that the u-shape overhangs the bottom by about half. Repeat gluing each folded piece until the row is complete. (Note: For each row, you will be gluing the open end and the bent, U-shaped end will always be toward the bottom.)
5. Next, glue the next row so that the u-shape of that row overlaps the previously glued row by about half.
6. Continue gluing rows until you get to the top of the cone.
7. When finished gluing all rows, turn up all chenille pieces so that all U-shaped pieces stick out 90 degrees and form an L-shape when the cone is sitting on a flat surface.
8. If necessary or desired, wrap the doll head with a chenille stem to create a hat or ear muffs. Use glue to secure. 
9. Glue the doll head to the top of the cone.
10. Create arms by twisting chenille stems together and a wrapping them around the neck area. Glue if necessary to secure.
11. Cover the area where the doll head meets the cone with another chenille stem and glue. Use your own design skills here to create a scarf, a flower, or whatever you think looks best!
12. If desired, decorate the doll with additional craft items like pom-poms, sequins, beads, etc.
13. Don't forget to sign and date the doll inside the cone.

Notes:

The number of chenille stems you'll need will depend on the height of your cone. The three dolls you see here use a cone approximately 11 inches tall at their base. Premade paper cones come in standard sizes.

The doll heads I used came from Target elf ornaments. The heads on these ornaments were plastic and the bodies and elf hats were fabric. It was easy to remove the fabric body and elf hat from the plastic head. Other options for doll heads include: 

• Repurpose an Elf on the Shelf (sometimes these will show up at thrift stores)
• Other elf ornaments
• If you want more realistic faces, consider Barbie dolls (these are also found at thrift stores)
• If you plan on making a large amount of these or want to share with friends doing the same craft, you can get a set of 12 elf heads for crafting
• If you have any artistic abilities, you can paint a face on a large wooden bead and use that for the head

Make sure to check out Pyrex Girl on Instagram and Tik Tok for other inspiration photos of the pipe cleaner dolls she's made!

 

Other Vintage Christmas Crafts You Might Be Interested In:

• How to Make a Christmas Wreath with Vintage Christmas Decorations
• How to Update and Repurpose an Old Christmas Wreath
• Christmas Granny Square Afghan
• Handmade Christmas Ornaments

How to Plan a Christmas Ball

As The Harris Sisters prepare for the holiday season, we wanted to bring you (yet another) idea for a themed Christmas party. Over the past few years, we've brought you a few different ideas for Christmas parties: 

• Vintage 1950's Theme Christmas Party
• National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation Theme Christmas Party
• Christmas in Carolina Theme Christmas Party

This year's theme is A Christmas Ball!

Now, I know what you're thinking . . . isn't this a little fancy schmancy? 

Never fear! The Harris Sisters' Christmas Ball is a play on words! And we've got all the details covered below so that you can host your very own "Christmas Ball" yourself! (Easy peasy!)

We're Having a Ball This Christmas - Won't You Join Us?

Start with an invitation that matches your Christmas Ball theme. Because people's calendars tend to fill up around the holidays, make sure to send your invitations well in advance of your party date. If you want go all out and have your guests to dress a certain way (fancy Regency-era dress a-la Bridgerton-style?) - make sure to add that to your invitations. If you'd like them to bring a round (ball-shaped food) to add to your party menu, add that to your invitations too! Check out these invitations we found for the Have a Ball Christmas theme:

Bridgerton-Style Have a Ball This Christmas Party Invitation

A Christmas Ball Party Menu

You'll have lots of fun planning a menu for this party (because this is where the pun comes into play). For our Christmas Ball, we chose to serve appetizers and desserts that were round or ball-shaped food. Make sure to tell guests the theme of the party and ask them to sign up for ball shaped food item to build your menu. 

Peanut Butter Balls and Orange Balls

Here's the menu we used for our Christmas Ball Party with links to recipes:

• Sausage Balls
• Crockpot BBQ Sriracha Meatballs
• Caprese Skewers
• Macaroni and Cheese Bites
• Cheeseball and Crackers
• Cheezballs
• Orange Balls
• Peanut Butter Balls
• Russian Tea Cakes
• Oreo Truffles
• Chocolate Cherries (read The Harris Sisters story about this Christmas Tradition)
• Ferrero Rocher Candies

Sausage Balls and Crockpot BBQ Sriracha Meatballs

How to Decorate for a Christmas Ball Party

Since the round food items were the main "ingredient" of this theme party, we chose very simple decorations. Fill a few large glass containers with vintage glass ornaments, use them to decorate your table, and you're all set.

What Music to Play at My Christmas Ball

Before your Christmas Ball is in full swing, make sure you download some of your favorite Christmas music to play at your party. (You'll be Rockin' a-ROUND the Christmas tree in no time!) 

• Pop Music Christmas Playlist
• Country Christmas Music Playlist

If you're still stumped for what to play, Headin' for the Christmas Ball (available on CD or Vinyl) has a great assortment of swing and R&B Christmas classics that can't be beat, and the name alone is perfect for the theme this year.

I hope we've inspired you to plan your own party with a new and fun theme this year.

The Harris Sisters (and our BIG family) send you warmest holiday wishes and hopes for a very Merry Christmas from our family to yours!

Russian Tea Cakes

Russian tea cakes are an easy-to-make cookie that because of their snowball-like appearance make a perfect addition to your holiday cookie rotation. Are Russian tea cakes actually Russian? No. Are they cakes? Also no. But are they delicious? YES!!!

Russian Tea Cakes

Cookies

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter at room temperature

1/3 packed cup confectioners sugar

1 cup lightly toasted* walnuts, finely chopped 

1/8 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 cups plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Coating

Additional confectioners sugar

1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone cooking mat.
2. Add all cookie ingredients to a large mixing bowl.
3. Use your hands to mix together until all ingredients are incorporated into a dough.
4. Use a 1-inch scoop to portion dough and roll into balls.
5. Place balls a few inches apart on the cookie sheet to allow for spreading while baking.
6. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-25 minutes, checking at the 15 minute mark. Remove from oven when cookies are light golden brown on the bottom.
7. Let cool for 5 minutes.
8. Toss cookies in additional confectioners sugar and return to baking sheet to continue cooling. The first coating of sugar will melt into a glaze as the cookies continue to cool.
9. Let sugared cookies cool completely, then toss in confectioners sugar again to ensure the finished cookies have a generous coating of confectioners sugar.
10. Store the Russian tea cakes in a shallow, airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

Notes:

Toast the walnuts on a dry pan over medium heat, tossing frequently for about 5 minutes or until nuts are lightly golden and fragrant then remove to a cutting board to cool and chop. Toasting the nuts will bring out their best flavor and will make your cookies even better.

Nuts can burn very quickly. Never walk away from the pan, and be sure to toss the nuts frequently. As soon as you can smell the aroma of the nuts, they are done toasting.

Recipe makes between 28 to 32 Russian Tea Cakes.

Sausage Balls

This is the Sausage Ball recipe that The Harris Sisters family made growing up. If you look up "Sausage Balls Recipe" today, you'll find many different variations of this savory appetizer recipe, including ingredients like pimento cheese, cream cheese, onions, and all sorts of spices. 

But the recipe we used was made with only these three simple ingredients: Bisquick, cheddar cheese, and sausage, and those sausage balls were a hit every time.

We usually made this recipe at Christmas time, but this Southern snack food is also perfect for game day, wedding or baby showers, or breakfast or brunch potlucks.

Sausage Balls

3 scant cups Original Bisquick Pancake and Baking Mix*

1 pound pork sausage* at room temperature

16 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded* (4 cups)

1. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl then mix by hand* until all ingredients are evenly combined.
2. Roll dough into 1 1/2 inch balls and place one inch apart on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
3. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned on the bottom.
4. Serve sausage balls warm or at room temperature.

Notes:

To measure a scant cup of flour, scoop the flour into the cup using a spoon. Scant means almost a full cup, but not quite. Do not use the cup to scoop the flour and level it as you would normally do with baking, or you will use too much flour for this recipe.

We use Jimmy Dean Hot Sausage.

Make sure to shred your own cheese for this recipe versus using bagged cheese. Bagged cheese is drier than freshly shredded cheese and will contribute to a drier sausage ball.

The dough for this recipe is very stiff, which may make mixing it difficult to do with a spoon. You may have the most success kneading the dough with your hands as you would with bread dough.

The original back-of-box recipe (shown below) also includes the addition of Parmesan cheese, milk, and herbs, as well as sauces for dipping. We have never included those in our recipe. However, if after mixing your dough, it seems dry, you may want to add a splash of milk to help incorporate the ingredients.

Recipe makes approximately 4 dozen sausage balls.

Caprese Skewers

This recipe is one of the easiest appetizers you'll ever make, and if you have an abundance of cherry tomatoes and basil still overflowing in your garden, then it's perfect to make right now! With just three ingredients, you'll be able to put these together in no time!

Caprese Skewers

24 grape or cherry tomatoes

12 marinated mini mozzarella balls

12 large basil leaves

12 mini skewers

Olive oil (optional)

Balsamic vinegar reduction* (optional, recipe follows)

Salt & pepper (optional)

1. Thread two tomatoes, one mozzarella ball, and one basil leaf onto each mini skewer, alternating ingredients.
2. If using unmarinated mozzarella balls, consider drizzling with olive oil and balsamic vinegar reduction and sprinkling with salt and pepper.
3. For best results, assemble up to 4 hours prior to serving. Store in the refrigerator.

Notes:

• We used marinated mozzarella balls so that we could skip the additional step of drizzling with olive oil and balsamic reduction and sprinkling with salt and pepper.
• We used large basil leaves, so only used one per skewer. If you are using small basil leaves, you may want to use two per skewer.
• One recipe yields 12 appetizer skewers. Double the recipe for a larger crowd.
• Because of their beautiful red, white, and green color, these also make a great (and quick!) appetizer to bring to Christmas parties. If you're wondering where you can find fresh basil in December, most grocery stores carry fresh herbs in produce section.

How to Reduce Balsamic Vinegar

If you want to use Balsamic Vinegar Reduction for your recipe, complete this step first and allow to cool while you assemble your Caprese Skewers. Here's how to reduce Balsamic Vinegar if you are using unmarinated mozzarella balls. 

1. Pour 1 cup of balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
2. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vinegar has reduced to about half a cup (this will take about 15 minutes or so). Vinegar will be the consistency of a thin maple syrup.
3. Allow balsamic reduction to cool before drizzling over your Caprese Skewers (it will thicken as it cools).

How to Upcycle Your Photo Christmas Cards into a Valentine's Day Banner

As I started taking down the Christmas decorations and storing them for next year,  I thought maybe I could find a way to upcycle my Christmas cards from this year.  I decided to use them to make a Valentine's Day banner.  This turned out to be such a fun and easy project!  And I think you will like it too!  What better way to enter the season of love than to be surrounded by photos of friends and family!

Here's a list of the materials I used to make this Valentine's banner: 

• Photo Christmas Cards
• Heart Shaped Cookie Cutter (or stencil)
• Marker or Pen
• Scissors
• Hole Punch
• Twine or Ribbon

Step 1:  Sort your Christmas cards.  I had A LOT of photo cards, but a handful of other cards too.  I only used the photo cards for this project.  I sorted all others into a separate pile to be stored for Christmas crafts next year.  

Step 2: Use your heart shaped cookie cutter or stencil to trace a heart around the picture you want to feature on your banner.  Some cards only have one photo and some have lots.  I positioned my cookie cutter a few times before deciding which photos to use for my banner.  Depending on the layout of the card you are using, you may need to rotate your stencil slightly to get the desired image inside your heart. 

Step 3: Once you have all your hearts drawn, carefully cut them out. 

Step 4:  Using your hole punch, punch two holes in the top of each heart shape.  Be careful not to punch too close to the edge of your heart or over anything (or anyone) important!

Step 5:  Finally, use your twine or ribbon to string your hearts together.  Your banner is complete and ready to display!

I love how this little banner turned out!  And I hope you will give it a try too!

Make sure you check out these other Harris Sisters blog posts for ideas on how to decorate for Valentine's Day:

• How to transform your Christmas Tree into a Valentine's Tree
• O Valentine Tree! O Valentine Tree! (vintage Disney cards on an aluminum tree)
• A Valentine-y Kitchen Tour
• Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice
• Pink Depression Glass