Links That Light Us Up

24th Edition

Hello Woman on Fire!

We hope you are surviving the hustle and bustle of the holidays! In case you need a small break anytime between now and the New Year, we’ve got some fun links for you to peruse.

 Best Gift Wrap Tutorial- We don’t even have words for how funny this is, but can say that it’s 4 min. of hilarity.

Best ‘Where Are They Now’- Did you catch a peak at NBC’s Sound Of Music remake earlier this month? Well we applaud NBC for their efforts but nothing will ever compare to the original. Speaking of the original cast, here’s a fun article from Huffington Post on where they are now.

What Happened to the cast of The Sound Of MusicPerfect Vision Graphics

Best Tutu- We ran across these photos last week and were surprised to learn the meaning behind them. At first glance they look funny, but after digging deeper it turns out this project called The TuTu Project is a fund raising effort to support The Carey Foundation for women with breast cancer. The photos are fantastic and you can purchase prints here!

The Tutu Project- photo by Bob Carey PhotographyThe Tutu Project- Bob Carey Photography

Best Packed Suitcase- Traveling for the holidays? Don’t pack your suitcase without watching this 1min. tutorial below. These tips from Dave Hax are genius!

Best Google Street View- Have you ever snooped a spot using the google street view option? Here are 34 of the most beautiful (and perfectly timed) street view shots, compiled by Mashable!

Google Street View at Monkey Park in Nakano JapanGoogle Maps

Best Holiday Treat– Three words- Chocolate, Peppermint, Cupcake. Ree Drummond -The Pioneer Woman never disappoints, talk about the ultimate holiday goodie! These cupcakes are first on our baking list for the holiday break!

Chocolate Cupcakes with Peppermint Frosting- Ree Drummond The Pioneer WomanRee Drummond The Pioneer Woman

Best Last Minute Gift Guide- We’ve been working hard to compile a Pinterest Gift Guide Board to help you with any last minute shopping you might have! New updates daily 🙂

Gift Guide Board from Women on Fire Pinterest

Best Last Minute Holiday Decor- If you’re hosting for the holidays or are putting the last minute touches to your New Year’s Eve soiree, here is a list of 28 super simple d.i.y. decor ideas that can help add some more pizzazz to your party! Thanks to Buzzfeed for this compilation.

28 easy last minute DIY Holiday and New Years Decor Ideas- From Pippa Ambrester

We hope you have a fantastic holiday season and look forward to seeing you back here with NEW links in the New Year 🙂

with love,

The Women on Fire team

p.s. Did you see December’s Book to Live By yet?