I’m very much on board with the milk bottle/donut snowman/straw trend that started (to the best of my knowledge) a couple years ago. The plaid scarves got me with these. And that they are looking to the sky (for … Read More...
Hershey’s Kisses Packaging
Hershey Kisses contained in Hershey Kiss packaging… is that metapackaging? Or am I too far removed from grad school to be accurate with such terms? I’ll stick to words like “cute” and “easy.” Find the how-tos HERE at pharMA.
Mod Dreidel Favor Boxes
Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel, I made you out of this bright, eye-catching, totally free printable by Kelly Lyden and turned you into treat-filled party favors for the Hanukkah table. So fantastic. Find them HERE at The Party Dress, spotted on … Read More...
Snowman Bottles with Printable
Quite possibly, the cutest Winter party bottles ever. Make adorable snowmen bottles with the how-tos and link to free printable HERE at Holiday with Matthew Mead, created by Amy of Living Locurto. Be sure to check out the other … Read More...
Hamburger Wrapping Paper
I suppose this means that you’ll have to give everybody six presents… two buns, the burger, cheese, lettuce and tomato. The hamburger wrapping paper is from Gift Couture, spotted on Incredible Things. Find more information about the paper and … Read More...
Fancied Up Mason Jar Lids to Package Your Edible Gifts
I find this idea for festive-topped mason jar gifts so utterly easy and fabulous. I must do this this year. Find the how-tos to liven up mason jar lids HERE at You Are My Fave.
Party Spoon Display
With all the kajillions of posts I’ve done, I’ve never ever seen a party display like this one. I’ve seen party spoons and cones used for display, but never the two combined. Find the how-tos to make a party spoon … Read More...
Simple Packaging for Cupcakes
I pause at any cupcake packaging ideas, no matter how simple or ornate, considering how tricky they can be to get from point A to B. (Oh, cookies, that’s why I love you so. You dry, package and ship so … Read More...
Gnomes and Kahlua and Vanilla Gifts
Gnomes and homemade Kahlua. Just stop shopping now, because really, I don’t think you’ll find a better combo in a gift. Find the recipe and packaging links to make “Gnome-made Kahlua” HERE at Warning Sugary Goodness. But wait, there’s … Read More...
“Glittered” Sufganiyot Favors
Find the recipes and packaging how-tos to make these festive, sparkly blue jelly doughnuts and turn them in to party favors for Hanukkah HERE at Martha Stewart.
Packaging Ideas for Food Gifts
Need some packaging ideas to complete your edible gifts? Garnish. I’ll probably spend the next half hour on their site. So many ideas to ponder. Shown is an idea for packaging egg nog and hot cocoa spoon dippers.
Cookies in a Jar with Free Printable
Why I especially like this cookie-in-a-jar gift: It contains rolled oats, dried cranberries and white chocolate chips, which makes for lovely layering, it comes with an adorable free printable, and there’s a jar involved. Me and jars. We go way … Read More...
Snowman Push Pops, and 11 More
Remember allllll the way back to November (seems so long ago now), when I mentioned the 12 Days of Push Pops going on at The Partiologist? And all I had to share then were these cutie gingerbread guys? … Read More...
Snowman Cello Bag Treats
All you need is some Sharpies, cello bags and donuts. How so very clever to decorate the packaging instead of the treats themselves. Learn to make snowman cello bag treats HERE at the Celebration Shoppe blog.
Assemble-Your-Own Snowman Cookies
As inspired by those that came before me (namely, turkeys and Jack O’ Lanterns and Mr. Potato Head), I made these assemble-your-own snowman cookie kits for my daughter and nieces for Christmas gifts. Already done and in the freezer, … Read More...
Gingerbread Playdough Homemade Gift for Kids
Ah, the most perfect gift for a baker (like me) to give to kids (like my nieces). Find the recipe and packaging ideas (hint: my favorite, mason jars) to make gingerbread playdough HERE at The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle.… Read More...
Cupcake Liner Christmas Trees
I just glanced over at my drawer full of cupcake liners for this one. Learn to make a cupcake liner Christmas tree (easily!) HERE at Tatertots and Jello, from guest blogger Desiree of The 36th Avenue. And learn to … Read More...
Corn Cookie Pops
And look, coincidentally a similar submission for corn cookie pops… one that uses store-bought cookies for the corn and crepe paper for the husk. Oh all you people out there are so crafty. Find the how-tos HERE at pharMa.
Packaging for Serving Pie
How about a new idea to serve pie in paper (hmmm, this would be great for a picnic or outdoor party, too… or maybe the “winter” weather here in DC is just too mild now so outdoor parties are in … Read More...
Turkey Pieces Cookies
I’m totally on board with this new trend of making cookie pieces for kids to assemble (like Jack O’ Lanterns and Mr. Potato Head). Check out the latest: Turkeys! In a Jar. Love it. HERE at Munchkin Munchies.