This gumball Christmas tree topiary with a mountain of mini marshmallow snow is so super easy to make! This one has a Styrofoam base, but I bet you could also make these cupcake toppers. Adorable. Find the how-tos HERE at Crissy’s Craft.… Read More ...
Cookie and Candy Snow Globes
No muss no fuss, whip up some edible snow globes made from store-bought cookies and candy HERE at Sweet Simple Stuff.… Read More ...
Gingerbread Typewriter
Make a note, those who know me, this is the cake I would like for any extra special birthday or occasion or just because that I have coming my way. Scattered letters and all. Totally edible and made of gingerbread, the typewriter was created by Patti Paige of Baked Ideas part of a gingerbread display to benefit City Harvest and … Read More ...
Candy Cane Hot Cocoa Stirrers
Doesn’t this edible hot cocoa stirrer just look extra decadent? Find the how-tos to make them HERE at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe.… Read More ...
Wreath Cookies
I made these wreath cookies using the same cookie decorating method I used for these Christmas tree cookie pops. That is, simple. Find the how-tos HERE.… Read More ...
Strawberry Christmas Lights
Yes, these sparkly Christmas lights are actually strawberries (and mini marshmallows and sprinkles). Find the how-tos and a bonus free printable HERE at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe.… Read More ...
Gum Holly Cupcake Toppers
Hmmm, the second case of gum-as-decoration I’ve seen of late…. Could gum be the untapped decorating tool? Make these easy, cute holly cupcake toppers HERE at The Seven Year Cottage.… Read More ...
TODAY!! Live Video on Holiday Rice Krispie Treats
HURRY! Just got the news that our own Amanda is broadcasting live via video stream on The Motherhood at 1:00 PM EASTERN TODAY. She’ll be demonstrating how to make a couple of holiday rice krispy treats, including these gingerbread treats. Just go to the website at 1 pm EST http://www.themotherhood.com/… Read More ...
Heat Miser Snow Miser Cake Pops
Where might one find the true spirit of Christmas? On TV of course. But stick with the classics. Rudolph, Frosty, and Heat Miser and Snow Miser. Find the step-by-steps for making Heat Miser/Snow Miser cake pops HERE at Mega Crafty. And if you are unfamiliar with Heat Miser and Snow Miser, or born after 1990, check out The Year … Read More ...
Have a Lollipop Christmas Cards
Hilarity, holiday sentiments, and candy all in one… Love it. See how to make these kid-handing-you-a-lollipop Christmas cards HERE at Maker*Land.… Read More ...
Christmas Pudding Sandwich
A way to give your kids Christmas pudding for lunch without actually having to give them Christmas pudding for lunch… check out this so-cute “Christmas pudding” sandwich HERE at Little Food Junction.… Read More ...
How to Build a Gingerbread Brownstone
Not just how to build a gingerbread brownstone, but seriously, truly, how to build a gingerbread brownstone. That just needed emphasis because the how-tos in this post by Kitchen Table Scraps are just as wonderfully impressive as the house itself. You’ll find detailed instructions, links to recipes, advice for planning, step-by-step photos and even templates. Learn how to build … Read More ...
Gnomes and Kahlua and Vanilla Gifts
Gnomes and homemade Kahlua. Just stop shopping now, because really, I don’t think you’ll find a better combo in a gift. Find the recipe and packaging links to make “Gnome-made Kahlua” HERE at Warning Sugary Goodness. But wait, there’s more! Maybe a gift idea for the cook, not the lush, in your life. Find the recipe for homemade vanilla … Read More ...
Christmas Tree Macaroons
Finally, coconut macaroons are turned cute. They’ve been suffering in the shadow of the macaron of late, so I’m grateful they have some of the spotlight. Made by CakeSpy, find the full recipe HERE at Serious Eats.… Read More ...
Rice Krispies Treats Christmas Lights
Deck the halls with Rice Krispies Treats Christmas lights. Find tips on making them HERE at Sweetology. And be sure to enter the giveaway at Sweetology to support St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Click HERE for an inside peek at this amazing institution.… Read More ...