Directions:
Repeat 2 – 3 times.
Waiting is the hardest part they say.
Once dry, cure the chalkboard by rubbing chalkboard all over the egg, then wiping with a dry cloth.
Decorate!
Mar 222013
Directions:
Repeat 2 – 3 times.
Waiting is the hardest part they say.
Once dry, cure the chalkboard by rubbing chalkboard all over the egg, then wiping with a dry cloth.
Decorate!
Dec 182012
Call these want you want! Candy Cane Truffles, Peppermint Oreo Truffles or just call them HEAVEN!
I usually tend to gravitate towards the holiday Oreos, what can I say I am a sucker for that goodness but I found a healthier goodness!
Candy Cane Joe Joe’s! While I didn’t use the traditional Oreo, this recipe can be made with ANY sandwich type of cookie!
I hadn’t started making truffles till last year and while I am no expert, it is now one of my favorite “easy” holiday recipes! I created this Peppermint Oreo Truffle Recipe first as a mock up (because all the good bakers test their recipes first) but I wouldn’t change a thing, it’s fabulous!
peppermint oreo truffles
Print recipe| Serves | 12 |
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Cook time | 15 minutes |
| Total time | 20 minutes |
These Candy Cane / Peppermint Truffles are easy to create and addicting! They make a great gift during the holidays.
Ingredients
- 2 Sleeves Candy Cane Cookies from Trader Joes (Or Peppermint Oreos )
- 4 oz. cream cheese (softened)
- 1 bag Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or wax paper | |
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Process the cookies in a food processor until nice and crumbly, don't over puree them. |  |
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| In a large bowl, combine cookie crumbs with the cream cheese. Come on, don't be afraid to use your hands! | |
| Step 4 | |
| Shape them into little balls, approx 1 inch big. | |
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Lay them on the cookie sheet and freeze for approx 30 minutes to an hour. |  |
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Melt the chocolate carefully in a microwave, once melted (stir the chocolate well), carefully dip the truffles in the chocolate using two forks to toggle the truffle back and forth until it's coated. |  |
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| Garnish with crushed candy canes, peppermints or the candy cane sandwhich cookies. | |
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| Allow to dry on the cookie sheet, enjoy! | |
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Dec 142012
Do you have any maps lying around? I’m sure you do somewhere! I’m sharing how to give an old ornament new life with a map by making a Map Ornament!
So I bought this really large cool map last year and it was on my office wall, well at some point it fell and ripped off the wall 
I was bummed but wanted to keep it to at least upcycle something with. I’m glad I remembered it because I made this cool map ornament. This could also be a fun project for kisd to do!
What you’ll need:
- Map
- Ornament (the larger the better, I used a plastic one from the dollar store)
- Sparkle Mod Podge
- Scissors
How To:
- Lay out the ornament over the map, start gathering the map around the ornament to see how much you’ll need. Kind of like wrapping a present.
- Once you have figured that out, cut the map to fit the ornament.
- Take the mod podge, generously goop it on to the ornament and then start the map at one end and start adhering it to the ornament. This is tricky because it’s round, you have to pleat it. Pleating it is easy mod podging then smoothing out the middle, then start folding the top so that it goes along with the flow.
- Once you have the majority of the top and middle done, start fitting the bottom.
- It doesn’t have to be be perfect
Ideas on where to find maps:
- Airport car rental stations
- Insurance Companies
- Yard Sales
- Thrift Stores
- Atlas Map Books (also found in thrift stores)
- Heck, just print one out!
Tips:
- It’s okay to get messy, think of it like getting to revert to 2nd grade for a bit by using your hands to smooth it all out with the glue.
- Be careful not to rip the map!
For the past few years I have gone to Target to find stocking stuffers for the kids and have tried to fill it for $15 or under and have shared it on my blog. Here is my list for 2012!
I will say, Target is slightly predictable at this point. They seem to have the same things in the dollar section each year with a few new things that are pretty cool.
Target Stocking Stuffers:
Have young boys? There are a few items I found to stock a stuffing for under $15!
- In the Target Dollar Section:
- Cars Play Pack Grab and Go (perfect for the car) ($1)
- Wooden police car, firetruck, ambulance and taxi ($1 X 2)
- Wild Africa Puzzle ($1)
- Gold Coin Chocolates ($1)
- Headlamp ($3)
- In the Target toys section:
- Lego Creator Sets (reg $5.99, on sale right now for only $4.99)
- Hot Wheels and Matchbox Cars ($.97 X 2 )
Have a young lady to shop for? Here is what I found for girls at Target (obviously lots of Hello Kitty)!
- Target Dollar Section:
- Lip Balms ($1)
- Hello Kitty Pens ($1)
- Hello Kitty Bucket ($1)
- Hello Kitty Pencils ($1)
- Hello Kitty Notepad ($1)
- Hello Kitty Bag ($1)
- Hello Kitty Coloring book ($1)
- Target Toys Section:
- Dizzy Dancer ($7.99)
Have a Clever Tween in your house? Here’s what I found for under $15!
- Target Dollar Section:
- Flavored Lip Balms ($1 each, X 2)
- Snoopy Play Pack ($1)
- Puppy Calendar ($1)
- Hello Kitty Dry Erase Board ($1)
- Jump Rope ($1)
- Yo Yo ($1)
- Ear Buds ($3)
- Owl Toothbrush Holder ($3)
- In the Target Toy Section:
- Zipper Bracelets ($1.49)
After I put these together I found the $5 and under section but it was in the very back!
Very cool things from candy to small toys!
If you are looking for frugal wrapping options, check these out:
Target Dollar Spot:
Christmas Cards
Wrapping Paper (Candy, foil and Chevron are my favorites)
Gift Tags
Treat Boxes (large and Small)
Small Bags
Nov 302012
If our holidays are anything like mine, they are extremely creative yet extremely busy. One of my favorite holiday treats to make is Peppermint Bark. It’s easy and great for teachers, neighbors, hostesses and more! The best part is it doesn’t take more than 5 minutes to make and 15 minutes to settle!
Here is my recipe and how to!
Peppermint Bark Candy Recipe
| Prep time | 5 minutes |
| Cook time | 15 minutes |
| Total time | 20 minutes |
| Occasion | Christmas |
This Peppermint Candy Bark Recipe is easy to make and great to give as gifts during the holidays. Just wrap in a cellophane bag with twine!
Ingredients
- 12oz White Chocolate Bark (Melted)
- 1.5 tablespoons Peppermint Extract ((can substitute 1/2 tsp of Peppermint candy flavoring))
- 1/8 cup Peppermint Candy ~ Crushed (you can use candy canes or peppermints))
- drop Red Food Coloring
Directions
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Melt chocolate in microwave at approx 1 minute being careful of scorching. |  |
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Stir chocolate until completely melted then spread on wax paper. |  |
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Once the chocolate is spread at approx 1/8 inch thickness, add drops of food coloring. |  |
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Take a toothpick or piece of uncooked spaghetti and swirl it around. |  |
| Step 5 | |
| Sprinkle crushed candies on top | |
| Step 6 | |
| Take the cookie sheet and tap on the counter to allow the candy and melted chocolate to flatten and come together. | |
| Step 7 | |
| Put in a cool place for approx 15 minutes, then break apart and enjoy! | |
I’m joining in a group link up with other fabulous bloggers where we are bringing our readers over 50 Holiday Treat recipes!
