Why I especially like this cookie-in-a-jar gift: It contains rolled oats, dried cranberries and white chocolate chips, which makes for lovely layering, it comes with an adorable free printable, and there’s a jar involved. Me and jars. We go way back. Find the recipe and printable HERE at Things for Boys.… Read More ...
Snowman Push Pops, and 11 More
Remember allllll the way back to November (seems so long ago now), when I mentioned the 12 Days of Push Pops going on at The Partiologist? And all I had to share then were these cutie gingerbread guys? See what else she’s been up to, with tutorials for each: The snowman push pop (don’t you love the fur?), … Read More ...
Snowman Cello Bag Treats
All you need is some Sharpies, cello bags and donuts. How so very clever to decorate the packaging instead of the treats themselves. Learn to make snowman cello bag treats HERE at the Celebration Shoppe blog.… Read More ...
Assemble-Your-Own Snowman Cookies
As inspired by those that came before me (namely, turkeys and Jack O’ Lanterns and Mr. Potato Head), I made these assemble-your-own snowman cookie kits for my daughter and nieces for Christmas gifts. Already done and in the freezer, thank you very much. If only I could say the same for everything else I have to do in the … Read More ...
Gingerbread Playdough Homemade Gift for Kids
Ah, the most perfect gift for a baker (like me) to give to kids (like my nieces). Find the recipe and packaging ideas (hint: my favorite, mason jars) to make gingerbread playdough HERE at The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle.
Looking for Christmas themed Cookie Cutters, then check these out.
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Some Homemade Food Gift Guides
A few roundups from the magazines for ya’, all homemade food gifts…
1. Some spiced rum, homemade hot sauce, lemon digestif and the like at Chow.
2. Infused vodka, mixed nuts, granola and more at Real Simple. (Photo the infused vodka.)
3. Martha never disappoints. Gingersnap palmiers, drink mixers, olives with fennel seeds and other fancy things.
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Cupcake Liner Christmas Trees
I just glanced over at my drawer full of cupcake liners for this one. Learn to make a cupcake liner Christmas tree (easily!) HERE at Tatertots and Jello, from guest blogger Desiree of The 36th Avenue. And learn to make the cupcake liner Christmas card HERE.… Read More ...
Corn Cookie Pops
And look, coincidentally a similar submission for corn cookie pops… one that uses store-bought cookies for the corn and crepe paper for the husk. Oh all you people out there are so crafty. Find the how-tos HERE at pharMa.… Read More ...
Packaging for Serving Pie
How about a new idea to serve pie in paper (hmmm, this would be great for a picnic or outdoor party, too… or maybe the “winter” weather here in DC is just too mild now so outdoor parties are in my mind again)… find the how-tos HERE at Prunille fait son show.… Read More ...
Turkey Pieces Cookies
I’m totally on board with this new trend of making cookie pieces for kids to assemble (like Jack O’ Lanterns and Mr. Potato Head). Check out the latest: Turkeys! In a Jar. Love it. HERE at Munchkin Munchies.… Read More ...
Packaging for Brownies and Cupcakes
This cello, cardstock, sticker combo is so easy and practical for packaging and presenting sweets smush-free. Duh moment on my end. Find the tip HERE at The Polka-Dot Umbrella. If you are looking for a yummy tasting boxed brownie mix, because you are short on time or perhaps you are just no Martha Stewart then check out my all-time … Read More ...
Lots and Lots of Stuff in Jars
I won’t ever tire of the mason jar trend, I don’t think. I’ve said it a million times before, mason jars (while sure, breakable and not light as a feather) are so convenient and perfect for packaging. Find a roundup of all kinds of ideas for mason jars (including some non-edible-craftsy ones) HERE at The Daily Buzz, some of … Read More ...
Bake Panettone Bread Gifts in a Pringles Can
Remember how much you all loved this idea for baking bread in a Pringles can? Well, Prunille fait son show is back with more Pringles can baking. This time, Panettone bread and a recipe perfected. Find the how-tos HERE.
And by the way, if you’re also a Pringles fan, check out this previous post.
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12 Days of Push Pops (1st is Gingerbread)
Yay, more excuses to use your push pop containers
! The Partiologist is embarking on 12 Days of Push Pops ideas, and first up is this adorable “gingerbread” push pop. Find the how-tos HERE at The Partiologist.… Read More ...
Snowman Lollipop Favors
More and more I’m liking these ideas to dress up store-bought lollipops (hmmm, dare I declare a new trend that’s not really new as you crafty, clever people have been doing this forever?). Find the how-tos to turn lollipops into snowmen HERE at The Frugal Crafter.… Read More ...