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Rock Candy is one of those sweet treats from childhood that takes you back-it wasn’t anything fancy, not covered in chocolate, just good sugary sweetness. It is also a lot of fun and very easy to make at home in any colors you want to match any holiday or party color scheme (shh don’t tell your kids this but it…
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I like to keep gifts on hand. You just never know when someone pops in with a surprise, or you hear of a friend or neighbor going through a rough time, or… well, you just never know. It’s always nice to be able to pamper ourselves even just a tiny bit, and this DIY Gift idea is just the thing…
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I think you all know by now we are a Microsoft household. Today I’m sharing some great Microsoft gift ideas in many price ranges! Perfect for the tech lovers in your life (and if you are a tech lover, gifts for you too!) Which is your favorite? Please note, the information was provided by Microsoft’s PR firm as part of…
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These little Oreo Cookie Truffles are easy to make and delicious. The chocolate and coconut are a great flavor combination. Coated in blue candy and topped with shredded coconut makes them perfect for the upcoming holidays. They would also be a great treat for a “Frozen” themed birthday or party. Coconut Oreo Cookie Truffles Ingredients: 1 package Oreo Cookies or other…
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I love my elves. I love the whole idea. I don’t do a lot of the mischief. Sometimes I do. I love the magic of Christmas, and the spirit of things, and that’s why I love the elves. We’ve shared Elf on the Shelf ideas a few times, and we’ve also shown you some of the Elf on the Shelf Alternatives…
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Easy Homemade Gingerbread Cookies are must for your Christmas baking. If you love Gingerbread in general but are not a big fan of molasses this recipe is for you- my no molasses gingerbread recipe is a hit at my house where we love the spiced flavor but not so much the overpowering molasses. You can use a homemade icing or…
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