Wintertime offers so many great pastimes!

Skating or skiing. A great way to enjoy some fresh air, and stay active at the same time!

Building a snowman. Why not make a whole family of them? Something to look forward to after the first big snowfall!

Sledding. Slip into your snowsuit, and join the kids for an afternoon of fun.

Warming up by the fire. After spending time outside, curl up by the fire with some hot cocoa and Smartfood® Indulgence popcorn.

Keep the food simple: Sometimes, the most delicious dishes are the easiest to pull off! Choose recipes you’ve tried at least once before.

Bring out the decorations: A little effort goes a long way when adding holiday touches to your home. The internet is a goldmine for inspiration!

Remember the lighting and music: Both are key elements to creating a festive mood.

Get your guests involved: Ask people attending to bring a dessert or appetizer to share. You’ll cut your prep time in half!

Don’t forget to have fun: Planning and hosting a holiday party can get quite stressful, so try to breathe, and remember to have a good time!
 

Cold winter days are meant for getting cozy and relaxing at home!

Take a bubble bath. It’ll warm you up, relax your muscles, and help you decompress from your day.

Get cozy by the fire. Curl up with a warm throw with a good book or a cup of herbal tea, and enjoy the heat!

Bake something. Cooking and baking are great ways to relax!

Diffuse essential oils. Many diffusers emit a lovely light which can help create a calming mood, and the essential oils will help you relax.

Light some candles. Scented candles will help create a relaxing, cozy atmosphere.

Drink some hot cocoa. So tasty and comforting!

Stay warm and comfy this season with these perfect cold weather picks:

Bootie slippers
Your feet will be so toasty and comfortable that you’ll never want to take them off!

Fluffy bathrobe
Bundle up in a long robe with a hood to stay extra cozy on cooler mornings and nights.

Knit scarf
A chunky knit scarf will keep you warm and stylish, whether you’re lounging around the house or heading out for the day.

Oversized sweater
Pair it with your favorite jeans and booties, or wear it over your comfiest pair of leggings for a relaxed weekend look.

Tea tumbler or teapot
Sip your favorite hot infusion all season long to keep warm.

It’s fun to decorate the house for Halloween as a family, but carving pumpkins can get a little messy. Here are easy alternatives with no knife required that are just as festive!

Paint. Put on some old clothes, grab your paint brushes, and let the kids have fun making the pumpkins more colorful.

Glitter. All you need is some white glue and some sparkles to glam up your fall décor!

Googly eyes. Get some googly eye stickers and add them to your gourds for a comical twist.

Black marker. If there is an artist in the family, get them to draw intricate designs on the pumpkins with a permanent black marker.

Washi tape. Japanese tape comes in a variety of colours and patterns—just what’s needed to dress up your pumpkins!

Decorate pumpkins for Halloween:It doesn’t need to be a messy affair-check online for inspiration!

Go apple picking: Why not invite Grandma and Grandpa, too? It’s a great activity for the whole family!

Make easy artwork using fall leaves: Have the kids glue them to construction paper in a fun design, and voilà!

Paint some pine cones and decorate:Take the pine cones your kids have painted and put them in a hurricane vase to use as a centerpiece for Thanksgiving.

Pick fall flowers like sunflowers:Then, place them in a vase to decorate.