Here’s a really simple Christmas craft idea for kids, which you can have them make themselves or you can make for them: Paper cone snack cups. These adorable Christmas cones are perfect for movie nights, snacks in the car to go see Christmas lights, or any other occasion that calls for a special treat. My […]
This year I decided to do something I haven’t done on my own before: Making popcorn garlands for my Christmas tree! This is something I did as a kid with my family which was always so pretty and so much fun. I have some good memories of sitting around the living room with my mom […]
Alright everyone, tonight is the night that we observe a favourite Christmas tradition for kids: St. Nicholas Day. What is St. Nicholas Day? The feast of St. Nicholas is a holiday that takes place on December 6th every year (depending on where you’re from), to remember the generous bishop of Myra, St. Nicholas. Today, little […]
Last week I showed you all how to dry oranges in the oven, and now I’m going to share a tutorial for these natural Christmas ornaments, featuring dried oranges and cinnamon. My Christmas tree is sort of a blend of the natural/wooden/homemade look and the sparkly/magical look. I always find myself especially drawn to the […]
Today I’m going to share my eccles cakes recipe with you, which has been one of my favourites in recent years. I got this recipe at first from my friend Sarah, who has British heritage, and who knows how to make a tea party the right kind of way. These are one of those “Perfect […]
Ok my friends, today is the day you learn how to dry oranges in the oven. Orange slices, that is, for decoration, potpourri, or you name it. The world is your oyster! This is something I’ve wanted to learn how to do for a lot of years for the purpose of decorating with them. Also, […]
I hope you’re wondering what that is; because I’m about to tell you, and you’re about to become very excited. I hope. I think? Let’s find out. Actually shoot, you already know because it’s the title of this post. This Baked Brie is one of my finest creations, and I’m pretty sure it’s going to […]
Ok, so I have to clarify: You probably saw the word “Healthy” and assumed that this recipe was the equivalent to a raw carrot dipped in dark chocolate. Before I leave you making that assumption, however, let me clear the air a little: These are not carrots disguised as Nanaimo Bars. These are a real, honest-to-goodness dessert… And […]
And here comes the third and final part of my gingerbread posts– Making a Christmas garland out of gingerbread men! I did this last year for the first time over our kitchen window, and we got so many compliments… Plus, every time you walk into the kitchen, these smiling faces greet you. What’s […]
Today I’m going to show you how to maaaaake– dunna! These wreath cookies! (I know, I always start my posts something like that… But it always feels so anticlimactic to just out and say what I’m posting without some kind of drama. So there you go.) I have been wanting to make these cookies for […]
