I have been busy this week enjoying preparing for Christmas, but I just wanted to stop in and wish you all a Merry Christmas. I hope your holiday season is filled with happiness. … [Read more...]
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies
These chocolate crinkle cookies are one of my favourite cookies to make for Christmas. They are rich and chocolatey and are a great indulgence with a hot beverage. Chocolate Crinkle Cookies Ingredients 4 oz unsweetened chocolate, chopped1/4 cup unsalted butter1 1/2 cups all-purpose … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas!
I haven't blogged in a few days as we are recovering from a virus, but I just wanted to wish you all a joyous holiday season with your loved ones and a healthy, happy New Year. … [Read more...]
Gingerbread Recipe {Homemade Holiday}
This easy gingerbread recipe will make your home smell wonderful as it bakes! Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar1/2 cup shortening1 cup molasses1 cup hot water (in a larger measuring cup)2 tsp baking soda3 cups flour1 tsp ginger1 tsp cinnamon1 tsp allspice1 tsp nutmeg1 tsp ground cloves1/2 tsp … [Read more...]
My Family’s Favourite Christmas Movies
My birthday is in late November and that's when we decorate the tree and start watching Christmas movies to get into the spirit of the holidays. Here's a list of our favourite Christmas movies in no particular order... 1. How The Grinch Stole Christmas! (animated version) 2. … [Read more...]
Master Gift List Free Printable
Tis the gift giving season. Christmas is approaching and it's time to shop or create gifts for loved ones. This master gift list printable will help you keep track of all your gifts. It has space to write down who the gift is for, which store it was purchased from, the cost, if it's wrapped, … [Read more...]
Candy Cane Playdough {Homemade Holiday}
Christmas is coming and it's time to start planning any homemade gifts you want to give. This is a great project for children to help with and makes a fun and inexpensive present. Candy Cane Playdough Ingredients: 1 cup flour 2 tsp cream of tartar 1/3 cup salt 1 cup water 1 … [Read more...]
Mince Pies
Mince pies are one of my favourite things to eat during the Christmas season. Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all purpose flour1/2 tsp salt1 tbsp white sugar1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into 1" pieces1/8 to 1/4 cup ice waterEggwash (one egg whisked together with 1 tbsp of … [Read more...]
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas from my family to yours! I hope you have a happy, fun holiday season. … [Read more...]
Christmas Joy
Christmas Joy Poem You need 1/2 cup hugs4 tsp kisses2 cups smiles4 cups love1 cup special holiday cheer1/2 cup peace on earth3 tsp Christmas spirit2 cups goodwill1 sprig of mistletoe1 bag of Christmas snowflakes Method 1. Mix hugs, kisses, smiles and love until consistent. 2. Blend … [Read more...]