Creative food craft ideas
The holiday season is upon us and unfortunately in our household the sick bug has already hit. Hoping it is not an indication of what this winter will be.
Food has always been a big part of our holidays. From appetizers to the main meal and hopefully room for the the dessert. We tend to spend the holidays feasting with … Read More ...
Gingerbread isn’t just for Christmas. Make some zombie faces using gingerbread dough or whatever dough you like. Create some creepy looking faces with licorice string, mints, and red jam. If you want to be really creative, you can cut out some actual gingerbread men with body parts missing. Let the kids have fun making them before they devour them.
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Sorry Dough Boy!
Crescent Rolls from the can….not anymore thanks to Lynn at Nomemade for coming up with a recipe that we can make at home. Whip up a batch of your favorite soup or stew and serve these rolls on a dreary day or night.
This recipe can be made without a mixer. Don’t let the beginning discourage you. … Read More ...
Got Snow?
We have more than enough in my opinion. Unfortunately, we have two more months to endure. Did you know you could turn that snow into ice cream? Next snowfall, tell the kids to gather some snow to bring inside. Imagine their surprise! They’ll be even more surprised, when you tell them you can eat the snow! I better … Read More ...
Today it feels like the frozen tundra than a winter wonderland. I’ve already had my fill of snow for the season. If you are still dreaming of a white winter, then give these beautiful cupcakes a try. Just to let you know, the article only shows how to create the scenery. She does link you to the red velvet cupcakes … Read More ...
The winter season has begun and there will be a lot of hot cocoa consumed for the next three months. Especially when it snows and the temperature drops below twenty degrees. I mentioned before that my daughter loves hot cocoa and could have it year around. Thanks to the Six Sisters’ Stuff Blog she’ll be able to enjoy it in … Read More ...
Merry Christmas to those that celebrate this holiday! Did you have a big breakfast for Christmas? I grew up with fruit and nuts in my stocking and a couple of chocolates to enjoy until our feast for lunch. This might be a great surprise for the morning, whether you celebrate Christmas or not. The recipe used is for vegan pancakes, … Read More ...
Are you making cinnamon rolls for breakfast on Christmas? How about adding a little flair to those rolls, by making a Christmas tree. There is also directions on how to make a wreath instead of the tree. Plus there is a recipe to change them into a dinner variety with basil pesto and tomato. Maybe you can make both? I … Read More ...
I love items that you can make for more than just one holiday. These Cream cheese Mints fill the bill and are really easy to make. Plus, they look really cute in the jars to give as gifts and they could be made at New year’s, Valentines or Easter just by changing the colors. If you are looking for an … Read More ...
Life around the holidays can get really hectic. I usually plan on baking lots of desserts, but next thing I know Santa has to have store bought cookies or worse he has to share the carrots with the reindeer. I’m hoping that this may be my salvation, here are some no bake recipes that will help when there is not … Read More ...
How cute would these be as place settings? Maybe you aren’t a big gingerbread fan, but love the idea of putting little houses together. These sugar cookies might be just what you need to fill that creative desire and it would be much easier to make with little kids. No worries about the pieces all being the right size or … Read More ...
Originally this year, we were supposed to have some friends for the holidays. The plans unfortunately were cancelled, but I still needed to find recipes to accommodate allergies in the family. Maybe you are entertaining some friends that have allergies or are vegetarian? Hopefully these sites will help you with your holiday meal or party. It seems like a hassle, … Read More ...
One of my favorite things about the holidays are the movies. And one of my all-time favorite as a child and adult is the original”How the Grinch Stole Christmas”. Karen at Sugartown Sweets has come up with some cute lollipops made out of Jolly Ranchers Candy emphasizing the Grinch’s heart. I like how she made some with small hearts and … Read More ...
Christmas is a week away! I swear it arrives sooner every year. I still have shopping to do. But maybe you are done and just need to wrap the gifts. Or if you’re like me, you need snacks to help you through the task. Okay, maybe that is just an excuse. How about wrapping up some cute mini presents made … Read More ...
Do you have a favorite ornament? Is it something your child made, one from your childhood, or do you change out the ornaments every year? Every year I think about changing it up and having a themed tree, but then I open the ornament box and see the past. Maybe I just have to convince my husband we need another … Read More ...