Friday Finds 12 December 2025 | Books, Cookies, Crafts & Holiday Cheer

❄️Welcome to the Friday Finds 12 December 2025

Welcome back, friends!

Today marks the first day I’ve felt even remotely functional after my back injury — likely because I’m finally easing off the meds. 😅 Slow progress is still progress, right? I’m taking it gently, listening to my body, and leaning hard into cozy moments wherever I can find them.

And honestly? December is the perfect month for that.

If you’re new here, Friday Finds is where we gather each week to celebrate books we love, recipes worth bookmarking, simple crafts that bring a little joy, and a fun giveaway question to spark conversation. Think of it as a warm mug, a comfy chair, and a friendly chat before the weekend officially begins.

If you’re catching up on past editions, you can browse the complete Friday Finds archive ➡️ HERE.

So grab something warm to drink (or something cool if it’s summer where you are), and let’s jump into this week’s finds!

The Indie Author Feature will return after the holidays!

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📜Recent Blog Posts

Click any image to read more and enter the available raffles!

Children’s Book Spotlight & Guest Post: Mommy is Here by Nathalie P Suarez Moscoso

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Arabesque by MG da Mota | Exclusive Excerpt & Giveaway Spotlight

With all that goodness wrapped up, it’s time to shift from reading to reminiscing — and invite you into this week’s Friday Finds conversation.

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🍲 Foodie Fun 12 December 2025

Now that I’ve shared a little holiday nostalgia, let’s sweeten things up with some seasonal treats fresh from the kitchen. These will look great on your holiday dessert table, cookie trays, or recipe exchanges.

Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Cookies
By Taylor Ann Spencer

There is something special about Hot Cocoa this time of year. What could make it even better? Marshmallow Hot Cocoa Cookies from the test kitchen of Delish.com

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Letters to Santa Cookies by Theodora Kaloudis & Delish

Set out a plate of these cookies for the big guy this Christmas Eve, and they will guarantee to keep you on his nice list for years to come! They’re cute, delicious, and super-simple to make. Sprinkled with warm cinnamon sugar and filled with decadent Nutella, these cookies have an extra touch of Christmas magic.

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🧑‍🎨Craft Corner 

And once the cookies are baked and cooling on the counter, it’s the perfect moment to pull out something creative and have a little hands-on fun.

8 Pcs Christmas Diamond Painting Coasters Kits with Holder

You will receive 8 different designs of diamond painting coasters,and a complete set of tool kits and diamonds. After completion, you can use the coasters on the table, as a collection of handicrafts, or as a gift for friends.

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❄️ Closing Notes

As always, thank you for spending a little part of your week here with me. Whether you stopped by for a bookish update, a cookie recipe, or a bit of creative inspiration, I’m so glad you’re part of this community.

I’ll be back next week with more finds, more cheer, and — fingers crossed — a little more mobility. Until then, I hope your days are filled with small comforts, twinkly lights, and moments that make you pause and smile.

💛 And if you ever feel like supporting the blog, you can buy me a coffee on Ko-fi — every little bit truly helps keep the Friday Finds going strong.

Wishing you a peaceful, cozy weekend.

Gina

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