Aw. Cute, simple ideas to add some holiday cheer to a kid’s lunch: Santa and snowman sandwiches. Find them HERE at Little Food Junction.… Read More ...
Christmas Caramel Popcorn Pops
Now, it’s well established that I like treats on sticks. Especially clever or unexpected treats on sticks. But then when the stick itself is clever and unexpected? Oh, that’s just a whole new level of fantastic. Like these caramel popcorn balls on a candy cane stick. Find them HERE at Kitchen Corners.
Looking for some amazing Popcorn flavors? … Read More ...
Unusual Edible Gift Ideas
I love this recent roundup of edible gift ideas from the kitchn for being totally unique borderline bizarre. Shown is Pine Cone Bud Syrup from Primitivizia. You’ll also find licorice jam, Tonga vanilla beans, and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Click HERE for the roundup and buying information.… Read More ...
Mah Jong Cupcakes
Find tips on making Mah Jong cupcakes HERE at Sugar Swings. These are so wonderfully detailed, I have to admit it took me just a quick second to discern the fondant versions in this picture!
Mini Doughnut Snowman
Snowmen are inherently cute, so it’s not easy to say a snowman is the cutest snowman ever, but this snowman at The Idea Room is the cutest snowman ever. Look, he even has a little perch! Learn how to make this mini doughnut snowman (on a little perch!) HERE. Oh, and just wait til you see how he’s wrapped. … Read More ...
More Sweet (Cookie) Adventures
Remember not too long ago when I posted about the awesomeness of cookie decorator Sweet Sugarbelle? Well check out her new blog, The Sweet Adventures of SugarBelle for more cookie awesomeness, like these oilfield gingerbread men. I’m keeping my eye on this site for more recipes and tutorials, like this lesson in how to be innovative with your cookie … Read More ...
Chutney Recipe from Canning and Preserving
Remember not too long ago when we gave away Canning and Preserving
with Ashley English? As one of our popular giveaways, I thought some of you would appreciate a peek inside with a free recipe from the publisher, available only for two weeks. Find the recipe for Curried Winter Squash Chutney HERE at Lark Crafts.
Edible Christmas Decorations
Three simple ideas for Christmas decorating with grocery store finds: cranberry garland, candy cane stands, and a candy centerpiece. Find them HERE at Real Simple, with a video how-tos.
Holiday Party Cocktails
Find a cocktail to match every party from now to New Years HERE at the New York Times. Shown is the Auld Lang. I’m intrigued by the Chatham Artillery Punch.
Pepperminty Ideas
Find an array of minty fresh ideas for Christmas goodies HERE at Martha Stewart, such as this recipe for peppermint icicles or the how-tos for candy sticks.
Holiday Cupcakes for Kids
Find how-tos to decorate these cute penguin, Christmas tree and snowman cupcakes HERE at babble.
Cookie Tree Advent Calendar
Nadege of Prunille fait son show sent me the cutest idea for an Advent calendar: A decorated cookie ornament for each day, perfect for a little Christmas tree in the kitchen. Each cookie has a number attached. Find the idea with recipe HERE (in French). She also sent me a link to her labor of love: This Victorian gingerbread house… Read More ...
Over-the-Rim Angel Wing Cookie Cutters
Yes, sometimes hot cocoa (or in my case, coffee) can taste heavenly. How darling are these angel wings cookie cutters
for the rim of your mug? And if you like these, I implore you to revisit this post. Or check these out (those are mine).… Read More ...
Quick Bread in a Bottle
I just adore the specifics of this gift-in-a-jar idea featured on the kitchn. The milk bottle, the darling label, everything. Find Quick bread in a jar how-tos at Sunset.com.… Read More ...
The Kuhn Rikon Frosting Decorating Pen
I’m so stubborn about my cookie decorating methods, I’m not likely to ever give up my bags, couplers and tips. But I must admit I’m intrigued by the Kuhn Rikon frosting decorating pen
featured on the kitchn, especially by their rave review.… Read More ...