While it may be true that exciting new gifts, fresh-out-of-the-oven treats and a winter wonderland outside your window are among the many holiday joys, none of them quite measure up to the most valuable holiday present of them all; creating lifelong memories with those you love. So gather the family together - because with the help of some festive construction paper and glue, you're about to embark on a holiday craft that won't soon let you part with the happy memories of this season.
- With your two supplies on hand, invite each member of the family to write out a list of what they love and remember most about the holidays. Was it a funny incident that happened while baking cookies one year? Or perhaps a family tradition that just keeps getting better - like that annual visit from grandma and grandpa.
- Once the memories are listed, have each person cut strips of the construction paper - reserving one for each memory. These "links" can even be livened up with some glitter, colored markers and stickers. The final step is connecting your individual works together with glue for a display that will enliven the season!
- This craft is easy to expanded upon each year; new memories are always being made and will deserve a link of their own. It can also be fun to decide on new display locations for the links; one year they can become the finishing touch to your tree, while the next they can adorn your living room mantle. The possibilities are endless, so go make some memories and have lots of fun!