It’s been pouring all day. Not the best weather to get you in the Christmas spirit. It doesn’t stop me from thinking about what I need to make and buy for friends and family. It was hard to believe myself when I announced we only had 1 more Wed. spinning class before Christmas. So it’s not to early to think about your neighbors, family friends and even complete strangers who you may want to share a delicious 
Homemade Christmas Gift Idea: Sugar Scrub Ingredients: A container of your choice, a glass jar 1 – 1 1/2 cup granulated white sugar 1/2 cup olive oil Scented oil Directions: 1. Pour the white sugar and olive oil into a bowl. 2. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are well blended. Add the scented oil of your choice and mix together. 3. Put the sugar and oil mixture into your container of choice. 3. Label the jar and and tie a 
There are millions of things I would love to make for friends and family this holiday season, but there isn’t enough time! Here are a few of my favorite ideas. Watch for recipes and photos to come! 1. Chocolate Covered Popcorn. Super simple and gourmet looking! Also, fun to package in a special way. 2. Homemade Strawberry Jam. My Nana’s recipe! So sweet and perfect for a piece of toast or a pb&j sandwich. Something I have grown 
Chocolate Covered Popcorn is the perfect holiday treat! It’s healthier than lots of treats, pretty and packages well, besides – it tastes great! This super simple gift only takes main three ingredients: Air popped popcorn Dark Chocolate or Chocolate Almond Bark White Chocolate or White Almond Bark Sea salt Pop 10-12 cups of popcorn with an air popper (or use butterless microwave popcorn) Melt 4 blocks of chocolate in the microwave Place the popcorn on a cookie sheet For Christmas this year I debated many gifts to give. If I had all the time in the world, I would have made hot cocoa, marshmallows, truffles, bark, cookies, bars, jams, and granola (that is all I could think of at this second!) for all of my friends and family. I LOVE to make food gifts and wrap them to give. I have seen some amazing gifts in blog world! I will post link of all of my favorites! This |
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