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 ...
Winterized Margarita
One must appreciate versatility. Such as when a cocktail adapts to new seasons. Learn how to make an Asian Pear (Winterized) Margarita with this video HERE at celebrations, part of a new Webisodes feature at Celebrations. Stay tuned for more ideas!… Read More ...
Chocolate Marshmallow Snowmen
And Snowwomen. Learn how to make these adorable chocolate-covered marshmallow snowpeople HERE at Icing Designs.… Read More ...
Christmas Gingerbread Nutcracker
As one who loves Christmas, and the Nutcracker
, and gingerbread houses… I’m in awe of this charming gingerbread Nutcracker featured at cake power kids. The sweet stage was created by Cake Power and Baked Ideas for display at the NY Botanical Garden. Find behind the scenes glimpses of the gingerbread Nutcracker’s evolution HERE.… Read More ...
Jelly Belly Cupcake Challenge
Decorate a cupcake with Jelly Bellies
for a chance to win 10 grand! You can see the entries HERE. Even if you don’t enter, check out their cupcake gallery of inspiration, how-tos included.
Lollipop Tree Advent Calendar
I’m loving the great finds in this Advent Calendar roundup at babble, especially this lollipop tree from Garnet Hill.… Read More ...
Chocolate Marshmallow Dreidels
If you are looking for an easy Hanukkah treats to make with kids, these chocolate marshmallow dreidels are one of those clever little holiday snacks that look far more impressive than the effort involved. The original CraftGossip post was a short inspiration-style link-out, and the classic version uses marshmallows, chocolate kiss candies, and pretzel sticks to create a sweet edible … Read More ...