Christmas is fast approaching, and with it comes a new year! Many people look at the new year as a reset to start things fresh. Others look at the new year as a way to improve themselves. This includes things such as exercise, goal setting, mental fitness, etc. However, there's more to self improvement than just the typical New Year's resolutions. Here are some more unique ways to ensure happiness in 2022!

Christmas is finally in the air! You can just feel the excitement! However, as the saying goes, Christmas is the season of giving. That doesn't just mean presents though. It means giving back to the community, giving back to those in need, or giving back to those that just need a little help. There are a ton of ways to help those less fortunate this holiday season. Here are just a few ideas to get you started on making a difference in someones life this Christmas.

Are you in charge of hosting Christmas dinner or a Christmas party this year? Since a lot of families kept it small last year or skipped Christmas festivities all together due to world events, you may need a quick refresher on how to throw a wonderful Christmas party. Even if you don't need a refresher, I may give you some tips and ideas you may not have thought about. Here are some ways to make your Christmas party the best this ever!

Halloween is over, so that means it's okay to start putting up Christmas decorations right?... Absolutely! It's definitely time to deck the halls and get those decorations out of the box and put up around your home! We're now only a few weeks out from Christmas, so the earlier the better! In this blog we will feature some of our beautiful products that will look perfect in your home, and go over why you shouldn't wait to decorate for Christmas.

The holiday season is quickly approaching! It will be here before you know it. If you’re anything like most people, Christmas sneaks up on you, and you are scrambling at the last minute to get all your Christmas shopping done. Once you start scrambling, you start to lose some of the enjoyment of Christmas shopping, and you can start to get very stressed out. But fear not! I will give you some ways to plan out your Christmas shopping so you stay ahead of the game and save money while doing it.

Christmas isn’t just shopping and parties, there are also so many other fun activities that the whole family can enjoy! Christmas is about being together with your family and friends and connecting with them. A perfect way to not only get in the Christmas spirit but also to have a blast with your loved ones is to partake in various activities revolving around Christmas and the winter season. Here are some ideas that you can try out this year!

Do you put up a themed Christmas tree in your house? Themed Christmas trees are a perfect way to keep decorating fun and intriguing each and every year! They also are a great conversation piece whenever you have guests over for Christmas get-togethers. Once you have your themed tree it can also be a great idea to search for new ornaments every year that fit your tree’s theme perfectly. It’s like a little scavenger hunt while you’re out Christmas shopping. If you don’t have a themed tree yet, here are a few ideas to get you started!

Christmas movies are a vital part of making Christmas feel like Christmas. The great thing about Christmas movies is that there's hardly any bad ones and so many great ones! Below I will go over the best Christmas movies in my opinion and why.

There's plenty of Christmas themed games that you can play with the whole family this Christmas season. In a way, there are almost TOO many. However, I've picked my personal favorite holiday games that anyone can play and have fun with! Here are my top three favorite themed games to play this holiday season!

Do you like the look of real wreaths, but don't like the time and effort it takes to buy a new one each time the Christmas season comes around? Well, we're right there with you! It can be expensive and take lots of time to make sure to find a great wreath every year. Let's go over why I think our Aspen Valley Christmas wreaths may be exactly what you're looking for instead.

Have you noticed that some people here in the United States and in other countries decorate their Christmas trees differently? Some people put other things than just ornaments on their tree and for different reasons. Here I will go over some of the different Christmas tree decorations traditions, and how they came to be.

Once the stores and radio start playing Christmas music, you know it's time to get into the Christmas spirit. With so many different songs and new ones coming out every year, there are just so many amazing Christmas songs. When it comes down to it though, what are the BEST Christmas songs of all time? I will give you my personal top 5 Christmas songs and why.

Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year! There are family gatherings, delicious food, presents, traditions, and more to look forward to every year! Sometimes since there is so much to do, there can be a little bit of stress that comes along with the holidays. However, there are plenty of ways to make Christmas less stressful and focus on the important things like having fun and spending quality time with family. So let’s go over how you can make this year's Christmas a breeze, shall we?

While most popular in the United States, Christmas is celebrated around the world! However, celebrations can look a little different depending on which country you are in. It’s interesting to see how different countries celebrate this holiday and how their traditions differ from ours here in the U.S. So, let's take a look and see how some other countries celebrate Christmas. You might just learn a new way to celebrate!

When buying new Christmas decorations it's very important to take the quality of the products you are buying into consideration. At Aspen Valley Christmas we work hard to bring the best in quality, craftsmanship, and materials.

It's never too early to start thinking about Christmas! Mostly because before you know it, the holiday season will be here. So what can you do to make sure December doesn't sneak up on you? Well, I have a few ideas that will keep you ahead of the game and ready for all the Christmas festivities.