If I had to choose one Palmer family recipe that was the most famous, it would be these doughnuts.
Read moreLego Pit
Many parents know how treacherous those tiny little bricks can be. One step wrong step in bare feet will have you wincing in pain. If you’ve got a good supply of Legos and are crunched for time, this is an easy obstacle to execute.
Read moreHow To Begin The Christmas Trap : From the Experience of a Trapping Parent:
When I married into the Palmer Family, the trap sounded like fun but I was doubtful it would last. I was very mistaken...
Read moreSlide in the Stairwell
In any other situation, this sight in your stairwell would likely be cause for celebration. The kids would pull out a pillow or sleeping bag, and merrily whiz down the slide. But under these circumstances, this obstacles is sure to give them reason to pause.
Read moreHot (Noisy) Lava
Remember that game you used to play as a child, the one where you jump from one item of furniture to the next and wouldn't touch the ground because it was hot lava. Well this obstacle is reminiscent of that, with some noisy things added in for good measure.
Read moreTraps of Christmas Past: The Unmoveable Obstacle
We glided forward to the entrance to the kitchen and we didn’t see it until we had practically hit noses with it. A giant wall extended up in front of us, as tall as the staircase it was next to.
Read moreUsing Clues
Because it requires both quick thinking and quiet, stealthy moving, this trap can be by far the most memorable for your children.
Read moreClues: Grinch Who Stole Christmas
This is a classic trap. Every cousin's family has had some variation of the Grinch stealing their Christmas. This was ours.
Read moreClues: Amazing Race
This is a great hunt for all ages. It is actually very simple to adapt to your home. Be patient with the explanation because I promise it really is easy and very fun (at least this puzzle lover thinks so).
Read moreHow To Make A Mouse Trap Buzzer
Mouse trap buzzers are an easy contraption that can be used with a trip wire or tied to a door handle.
Read moreTraps of Christmas Past: The Trap That Never Was...
Most families who start the tradition of the Christmas Trap have small children that are easy to out think and out maneuver. Eventually every trapper has to learn the extent to which their children are willing to go to win the trap.
Read moreRecipe: Kara’s Cracker Candy
Salty and sweet with a little bit of crunch make for an addictive combination. An easy Christmas treat that you can't get wrong!
Read moreSusan’s Popcorn Balls
Marshmallows, butter, popcorn. You guessed it. Popcorn balls! These are a quick holiday treat to prepare. Make as family. Eat for yourselves, or share it with a neighbor.
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