Pina colada snowman JellO shots. On a stick. I think these were made for me. Pure and utter brilliance. Find the recipe and how-tos HERE at She Knows.
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Couldn’t-Be-Easier Marshmallow Shapes
Seriously, I challenge you to come up with an easier idea for cutting shapes into marshmallows. Thank you, Jet-Puffed, for your StackerMallows. Find the how-tos to add marshmallow shapes to your hot cocoa HERE at tikkido.… Read More ...
DIY Cranberry Infused Vodka
I’m pleased to say that my baby has arrived. Which means… I can soon have a cocktail. What a pretty way to start this would be. Also, what a pretty gift for a party host. Infuse your own cranberry and lime-infused Christmas vodka
Take a look at this Christmas Cocktail Recipe Book
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DIY Christmas Bottle Dress-Ups
I’ve seen so many pricey–albeit adorable–dress-ups for bottles this Christmas in so many stores. I’m loving this DIY alternative. Also adorable, and far less pricey. Dress up Christmas drinks for gifts HERE at Kojo Designs.… Read More ...
Santa Swizzle Sticks
This one is, I suppose, considered an “oldie” in the fast-moving, crafty internet world. Six years! Egads. But I just love them. Make Santa Swizzle sticks from HERE at Martha Stewart. The link also includes a free template for the Santas.
The Beer Advent Calendar
How many of you know some grown-ups who would just love this? I’m thinking of one that lives in my house. A beer Advent calendar. Open up each day to find a can of beer. All of the step-by-steps, with photos and a free pdf, are HERE at instructables, by user mikeasaurus.… 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 ...
Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix Gifts
Are you a homemade holidays sort of gift giver? I usually am, and usually include at least one homemade item (usually cookies, predictably) with my gifts. The homemade gift may be skipped this year what with having a newborn, but I’m still filing things away for next year. Like this yummy, homemade hot cocoa mix gift in the cutest packaging. … Read More ...
Gift Idea: Peppermint Schnapps
Thanksgiving is officially over. Are you ready to start thinking about Christmas gifts? I know many a cocktail lover who would appreciate these beautifully packaged bottles of DIY mint Schnapps. Find the how-tos HERE at The Brass Paperclip Project.
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Chocolate Snowman Spoon For Hot Chocolate Drinks
The new big thing, spoons! OK, so maybe not so new, but bigger and bigger with the many interpretations of the chocolate party spoon. Make these adorable snowmen chocolate spoons HERE at Cute Food for Kids.… Read More ...
Beautiful Chocolate Coffee Spoons for Thanksgiving
Beautiful, colorful, sweet, cozy and just right for Thanksgiving. I’m loving and planning on making these adorable (yet sophisticated) chocolate turkey coffee spoons. Make them HERE at She Knows, from… Read More ...
Reese’s Pieces Shots
Just another month and a half before I’m baby-free and can enjoy a yummy shot of something, anything. Like maybe a shot that brings up memories of our beloved E.T. and looks so pretty with the crushed candy on the rim of the glass. Find the how-tos to make the perfect Halloween shooter–Reese’s Pieces Shots–HERE at 1 Fine Cookie… Read More ...
The Hello Good IZZE Contest is Almost Here…
Remember just a few days ago when I mentioned the best sparkling juice ever, IZZE
? No? HERE. And I told you to get out your cameras? Well, the Hello Good IZZE contest starts Monday!! So stock up on some IZZE, snap a photo with your favorite bottle of IZZE and submit the photo to the IZZE facebook page, starting … Read More ...
Make Your Own Coolata
I love my Dunkin’ Donuts coffee, but I’m terribly boring. I just get regular. With cream. No sugar. Never anything fancy. Clearly I’m missing something wonderful, if this how-to-make-a-knock-off Oreo Coolata tells me anything. Find the recipe HERE at We Lived Happily Ever After.… Read More ...
IZZE Sparkling Juice. And Get Out Your Camera! Big Prizes on the Way.
One of the perks of this gig is getting boxes full of cool stuff just to try. This time around my box was full of pretty bottles of IZZE. That is, IZZE, the sparkling fruit beverage flavored only with natural fruit juice that boasts (rightly so) to offer “just the right combination of sweetness and sparkle.” I know … Read More ...