The title of this post could have been much, much longer given how many wonderful things are packed in this DIY project from Paper Plate and Plane. It’s an Advent calendar, it’s stackable, it’s Lego-inspired, and it’s treat boxes. And look, when it’s all put together it’s a Christmas tree. Pretty dang clever. Find the how-tos HERE at Paper Plate … Read More ...
Vegan Gingerbread Bunt Cake with Whiskey Glaze
Gingerbread and the holidays seem to go hand in hand! Love the smell and of course the flavors of gingerbread. This healthy cake will be a wonderful addition to your holiday table or even as a gift to family and friends. Starr Wong shares her love of gingerbread in this recipe that is dairy-free and egg free.
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Turkey Cobb Salad
Are you still working on Thanksgiving leftovers? Here is a salad that will fill your tummy and use up the leftover turkey and leftover hard boiled eggs. Malinda at Countryside Cravings shares how to make this hearty and healthy salad using up the turkey. This also works for leftover chicken.
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Hot Chocolate for One
Instead of buying those packets of cocoa mixes, you just need to hit your pantry and fridge. Kathy at Beyond the Chicken Coop shares her family’s favorite hot chocolate recipe. With just three ingredients you can enjoy a mug for those cold winter days and nights.
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Honey and Chamomile Antioxidant Gummies
Winter colds have hit the household. You try to be diligent, but then the holiday craziness arrives and everyone gets overtired and sick. Time to start making some items to help us get through the winter. These gummies will be wonderful replacement of the hot tea and honey. Sarah at Married to the Earth shares how to make these. You … Read More ...
Chocolate Hazelnut Fudge Bites
Here are some cute candies to make for your friends and neighbors this Christmas. These would also make great hostess gifts for all the holiday parties you may be attending. Even better they are gluten-free and vegan, only made with three ingredients and much healthier than your regular fudge bites.
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Fun Easy To Make Santa Beach Cookies
It’s after Thanksgiving and time to put on the Christmas music and start writing out the cards. Can you guess, I’m not into shopping! It’s also time to start thinking about what cookies to make, entertaining, and homemade gifts. Here is a cute cookie for those wishing for a warm Christmas and those that live in warm weather. Cheryl at … Read More ...
Elf Donuts
Do you do Elf on the Shelf? These cute miniature donuts made with Cheerios would be a nice surprise for the first visit. Or you and the kids can have fun making them and then snacking on them. Kelly Dixon at Smart School House created these treats for the Elves on Christmas Eve.
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Loaded Mashed Potato Balls with Bacon Bits
Find yourself with lots of leftover mashed potatoes after meals? Here is a fun way to use it up or take away the boredom of potatoes. JB at 16th and Bliss no longer throws away her leftover potatoes after creating this dish. I may just make this from the start when having potatoes.
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Easy Spiced Toffee Sauce Recipe
Happy Thanksgiving to those celebrating! Peace, love, and joy to all! Time for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, and holiday fun and food. This sweet treat will be enjoyed as a gift or as part of your dessert table this holiday season. Mike at The Crafty Gentleman shares how to create this treat and has a video.
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Easy Christmas Pudding Cookies You Can Make At Home
Savory Potato Soup
Do you have leftover potatoes that you didn’t need to cook? This soup will take care of that. I’m all about comforting soups and chili through the cold months. Jessie at Life as a Strawberry shares how to make this easy dish that can be made during the weeknight in one hour.
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Leftover Thanksgiving Pop Tarts
A savory pop tart is better than a sweet one. Here is a way you can take your Thanksgiving leftovers on the go. Unless you are going to cover it with gravy. Cleaner than a sandwich and still warm and yummy! Abbey at The Butter Half shares how to make this meal.
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Snickerdoodle Overnight Oatmeal Smoothie
A few last minutes shopping and I’ll be ready for the big day! Hope your preparation is going well. One thing I tend to forget to do is eat breakfast. The overnight oatmeals work well, when you are busy working on the big meal. This is also great if you enjoy shopping the Black Friday deals. Amanda at Running with … Read More ...
Lolly Trees from our Sister Site (And a Little Plum Pudding)
A roundup of yummy Christmas goodies from our sister site, CraftBits. Click the links for the instructions to make all these candy-filled lolly trees.
1. Find the Cadbury wrapped chocolate tree HERE.
2. Find the topiary HERE.
3. Find the tinsel tree HERE.
4. Find the cone tree HERE.
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