This is only the second time in the past decade or two, that I haven't got out at some ungodly hour to do some Black Friday shopping. This year I've decided to get my fingers do the walking (to quote an old advertising phrase) and do the majority of our shopping online. Here are some of the places I've been checking out, please add your finds in the comment section and I'll add them to the list.

• SaksFifth Avenue has great prices on Christmas and holiday decorations, including loads of ornaments for 50% off. Includes Jay Strongwater, Joy to the World, Radko and Michael Storrings pieces. Plus free shipping with code Holiday9.
  Saks Fifth Avenue
• Hasbro's site is a little confusing, but hoping it's just the rush to shop and will be straightened out soon. They are showing some amazing prices on toys, including Star Wars, My Little Pony, Littlest Pet Shop, etc. I like the fact that they are broken down into $1, $2, and $3. prices. e.g. a $7.99 Star Wars clone for $2! AND a $4.99 flat rate shipping price.
  Hasbro Toys Promo
• Fitz and Floyd, one of the best places to find decorative collectibles, is advertising this as their biggest sale of the year -- 15% off entire site, plus free shipping on orders totaling $75.
  Fitz and Floyd
• Fenton Glass has 25% off "as seen on TV" offers, as well as free shipping.
  Fenton
• Frontgate -- buy $100. worth of merchandise, get a coupon for $100. off a future purchase.
  Frontgate
• Disney has 20% off orders totaling $99, plus free shipping on orders over $89. Apply the promo codes shown on the page.
  Disney
• Kohls online must be crazy-busy, as apparently they're having some issues keeping the site up. But when it does come back up, there is an extra 15% off with the code Turkey15. Expires November 28.
  Kohls
• JC Penneys has free shipping on orders over $25. through November 30 with the code 25MERRY.
  JC Penney

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Happy Thanksgiving, folks. Welcome to another edition of Make it Merry, where talented crafters share their holiday how-to's.

Snowman Ornament
Sherri Osborn will show you how to create a cute snowman face using a clear, glass ornament. It's a great project for the whole family.

Recycled Pine Cone Gnome
Get a glimpse of this pine cone gnome at the Recycled Crafts blog. It's a cute reason to collect a few pine cones around the yard.

CopprClay Pendants
Try your hand with pendant making this year with a little help from some winter foliage. The Beading Arts blog will show you how.

How to Make Paper
Handmade paper not only makes a great gift for the avid scrapbooker in your life, but you can also create tags and cards for every present on your list. Marion Boddy-Evans shows us how.

Little Town of Bethlehem Cross Stitch
Get down to the true meaning of Christmas with this simple cross stitch pattern from Connie G. Barwick.

Mitten Earrings
Tammy Powley shows us how to make these cute mitten earrings using lampwork beads.

Christmas Stocking
This cute two-color Christmas stocking is a breeze to knit, even if you've never knit a sock before. Worked with bulky yarn on big needles, it will be done and ready for you to embellish in no time.

Advent Garland
If you are looking for something a little different when it comes to counting down to the holidays this year then take a look at this pyramid box garland. Use the free template to make the boxes and decorate them with your favorite festive stamps.

Miniature Gift Boxes
Have a little gift to give? Check out these free printable miniature gift boxes for small gifts or advent calendars from Lesley Shepherd.

Manga Holiday Card
Instead of a traditional Christmas card, you could go with something a little more contemporary this year. Helen South has tips on how to create a manga style card.

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