Alyvia Alyn Lind Interview
The pint-sized actress Alyvia Alyn Lind visits Home & Family to talk about what it was like to play the main character in NBC’s television movie, “Dolly Parton’s Coat of Many Colors,” which has an encore presentation, December 25th, 9/8c. Alyvia is celebrating her recent Critics Choice Award nomination, which she shares with Kathy Bates, Kirsten Dunst and Rachel McAdams. Alyvia has yet to pick out her dress for the awards show, but admits she is doing research. At such a young age, the actress already has an impressive resume, including acting on “Revenge” and “Young and the Restless.”
Cristina Cooks with Valerie Gordon
Cristina is in the kitchen cooking peppermint bark and peppermint candy and Skypes in with Valerie Gordon of Valerie’s Confections to help out with the recipes. Valerie and Cristina remind you to let the bark chill 1-2 minutes before serving. Cristina also suggests using leftover bark as toppings for ice cream, cake, cookies or brownies.Check out more delicious recipes at the Home & Family Pinterest Page
Get more from Valerie at ValerieConfections.com
Matthew and Gunnar Nelson Perform
Multi-platinum recording artists, Matthew and Gunnar Nelson chat with Mark and Cristina about their childhood and growing up in a showbiz family. They also share memories of their legendary father, Ricky Nelson and how important Christmas was to him and the rest of their family. After their interview, the brothers perform “This Christmas” for the audience.
Follow Nelson on Twitter @MatthewandGun and get more from them at MatthewandGunnarNelson.com
Best Things Come in Small Packages
Kym Douglas has a list of fun gift ideas that happen to be small. From makeup pallets to a credit card survival kit, she shows you some fun presents that won’t break the bank when it comes to shipping.Check out all her gift ideas at Amazon.com and DobbsBoston.com
Get more from Kym at KymDouglas.com
How to Photograph Christmas Lights
Mark gives up some helpful tips on how to photograph Christmas lights. First things first, he recommends shooting with a tripod and turning the flash off. When it comes to shooting, the best time of day is at dusk. Finally, save as a “raw” photo and not as a JPEG.
Hollywood Christmas Parade
Laura McKenzie and Erik Estrada stop by to talk about what it is like to be co-hosts of this year’s Hollywood Christmas Parade. The mission of the parade each year is to give back, donating to ToysforTots.com. Laura and Erik have been friends for almost 30 years, meeting at a charity in the early 80’s. They joke that because they are real-life friends, it makes their job of co-hosting together that much easier.
Don't miss The Hollywood Christmas Parade, Wednesday, December 23rd, 3PM, on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries.
Dan Kohler Bakes!
Dan Kohler is in the kitchen showing Home & Family how to bake various cookies with fun international cooking tools. Finally, Dan bakes Springerle and shows you how you can, too.
Check out more delicious recipes at the Home & Family Pinterest Page
Get more from Dan at RenegadeKitchen.com
DIY Christmas Tree Stand
Dean Butler returns to show you how to make a Christmas tree stand, a tradition that has been in his family for 105 years. He recommends that if you can’t find a redwood trunk for your stand, you can also use a wine barrel. When you are finished you can add lights to keep it looking festive at night.For more information, email Dean at CallMeManly@gmail.com
Benefits of Family Mealtime
Dr. JJ discusses why more families should be enjoying dinners together. Toddlers who participate in family mealtime acquire 1,000 rare words in their vocabulary and studies link regular family dinners with lowering high risk teenage behavior. Family mealtime also allows families to learn from each other, share stories and talk about the news.
Get more from Dr. JJ at CallingDoctorJJ.com
DIY Christmas Dinner Centerpiece
Ken Wingard shows you how to make the perfect Christmas Dinner Centerpiece using items you already have in your home, including candles, greenery, apples, cinnamon sticks, books and oranges!
Get more from Ken at KennethWingard.com