I always love a good gift packaging idea that uses jars. Find the how-tos to make these personalized, frosted jars for your holiday treats with–bonus–adorable knit caps made from old sweater sleeves HERE at Ode to Inspiration.… Read More ...
Gingerbread Men Macarons
Why, it’s a veritable army of gingerbread macaron men. Note the Santa. And those in exercise gear. And that rainbow scarf. Find the recipe HERE at Craftstorming.
Looking for Christmas themed Cookie Cutters, then check these out.… Read More ...
Santa Grahams
I know you still have a month until Christmas, but just in case you find yourself pressed for time in that month, bookmark these easy, dress-up Graham Crackers, Santa cookies. Find the how-tos HERE at Betty Crocker.… Read More ...
Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
I know, I know, I’ve seen plenty of cupcake ice cream cones, but these particular ones just got me. They look ever so much like mint chocolate chip ice cream, and the insides look just as divine. Find the recipe for Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes HERE at Erica’s Sweet Tooth.… Read More ...
Cheerios Christmas Trees
CheeriOs truly are a magical food. Loved by babies and grown-ups, able to be turned into cute-as-can-be Christmas trees… Sure, you have to add a lot of sugar to make trees, but did I mention how cute-as-can-be they are? Make Cheerios Christmas trees HERE at Betty Crocker.… Read More ...
Melted Marshmallow Cookies
I’m in love with this idea. The results are so pretty, but the how-tos utterly simple. Make melted marshmallow cookies for store-bought goodies HERE at Ginger Fig.… Read More ...
The Jewish Manhattan
I always seem to push the cocktails during the holiday season, for any family gathering. Why is that? Family, holidays and cocktails just go together. Make a “Jewish Manhattan” for Hanukkah, and read the story of said cocktail, HERE at 12 Bottle Bar.… Read More ...
Candy Christmas Tree Pops
What a sweet and easy idea… Turn peppermint candies into Christmas tree pops. I love the little candy cane and holly leave accoutrements, too. Find the how-tos HERE at Sugartown Sweets. And for more gorgeous sweets, and only slightly more complicated (but look at the results!), make these beautiful Christmas tree candy ornaments HERE at Sugartown Sweets.
Apple Owl
How can a plain apple look so much like an owl? You clever people you. Make this guy HERE at Dinnertool, from Jill of Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.… Read More ...
Snowman Jar O’ Sweets
Yep, it’s a crazy adorable, glittery, snowy jar o’ whipped cream and candy. Find the how-tos to decorate the jar and fill with dessert HERE at Hoopla Palooza.… Read More ...
Christmas Lights from Candy
How crazy cute and clever and simple! Make quick and easy Christmas lights from M and Ms and Mike and Ike’s candies HERE at Hungry Happenings.… Read More ...
Sandwich “Hot Cocoa”
Drink your lunch kids, especially on a day like today (in DC it’s cold and dank and drizzly). Make a “hot cocoa” sandwich HERE at Little Nummies.… Read More ...
22 Cookies Inspired by 22 Christmas Cards
That’s a whole lot of cookies and a whole lot of cards and a whole lot of Christmas and a whole lot of talent. I’m so honored to be included in this collection organized by Haniela of 22 bloggers creating decorated cookies (with how-tos!) inspired by a Christmas card. Find the entire roundup of cookies HERE at Haniela’s. Shown … Read More ...
Easy Owl Cookies
Why are owls so dang appealing? The wise thing? I think it’s the big eye thing. Anyway, make super easy owl cookies from store-bought goodies HERE at The Seven Year Cottage.… Read More ...
Sleeping Christmas Mouse Treat
Made from a Rice Krispies Treat and store-bought candy, I wouldn’t even dare disturb this sleeping cutie. Make a sleeping Christmas mouse treat HERE at Party Pinching.… Read More ...

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