Let’s Make Paper Snowflakes

December 24, 2015 // No Comments

It’s the holiday season and the entire family is together. No, it’s not a joke or a coffee commercial, it’s my life right now. There are seven adults and three little boys (sorry, they prefer the term “big boys”) under the... Continue reading →

Tis the Season for Festive Holiday Sweaters

December 4, 2015 // No Comments

I’m in the holiday spirit so I’ve created a roundup of some fun holiday sweaters. This is one of those posts that is actually devoid of real content and just for fun, so sit back with your egg nog or... Continue reading →

Dark Chocolate Painted Pretzel Twigs

February 12, 2015 // No Comments

Salty and sweet can be such a lovely flavour combination, so I thought I’d try to make my own chocolate-drizzled pretzels. And since they make such a fun gift, I am sharing the recipe here with step-by-step photos. You may... Continue reading →

Candy Cane Fudge Recipe

December 26, 2014 // No Comments

Christmas is over. You’re looking a red and white striped confections on every surface thinking, “Why did I buy the big box of candy canes?” Well, I’m here to help you with that with my Candy Cane Fudge Recipe. This... Continue reading →

Tasty Treats for Holidays, Parties, or Binge Watching TV

December 23, 2014 // No Comments

How is it already nearly Christmas Eve? I’m putting the last few touches on our holiday, our home, and our gifts. So with the real work done, I get to focus on the last-minute items like baking! Since my son... Continue reading →

Brilliant Things for Holiday 2014

November 24, 2014 // No Comments

I’m starting to get in the holiday mood, so this Brilliant Things post is very gift-focused. Of course, for more ideas, here are additional BRILLIANT THINGS. TOYS Schwinn Roadster 12″ Retro Tricycle We already have this bike for my son (his 2nd birthday gift... Continue reading →

Creating the Perfect Care Package for a Knitter

November 17, 2014 // 3 Comments

Knitmas is approaching and my annual anonymous gift parcel is about to be sent off and many care packages sent out regularly as my favourite hobby. I’ve considered what makes an ideal care package for a knitter and I wanted to share all... Continue reading →

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Jane Richmond’s Rathtrevor Fingerless Gloves

October 17, 2014 // 1 Comment

With Knitmas 2014 upon us, I am looking back at what I’ve made before so I can avoid being predictable. For Knitmas 2013, I designed and knit a cowl for Kathy. For Knitmas 2012, I knit fingerless gloves and sewed... Continue reading →

Homemade Hot Cocoa Mix and Homemade Food Gifts

October 10, 2014 // No Comments

A tasty treat plus thoughtful wrapping and you have a gift that may end up being the most memorable of the year. Here are a few ideas for edible gifts and a recipe for homemade hot chocolate mix. May your... Continue reading →

Christmas Craft Workshop: More Handmade Gifts

September 29, 2014 // 3 Comments

Some of my favorite holiday gifts have been the ones that I can enjoy again and again. A favorite gadget or beloved cardigan or, best of all, something edible or handmade. It is that little touch that truly defines the... Continue reading →

Quick & Easy Union Square Spiced Nuts

August 21, 2014 // No Comments

There is a place in New York where the bar nuts are so good, they’ve won an award! Not just an award, but a cookbook too (The Union Square Cafe Cookbook: 160 Favorite Recipes from New York’s Acclaimed Restaurant is... Continue reading →

Christmas Craft Workshop: Handmade Gift Ideas

August 20, 2014 // No Comments

I am making nearly all of my gifts this year and isn’t as crazy as you may imagine. Hence the Christmas Craft Workshop posts you see here. You could knit, sew, paint, or carve your loved ones something special, often... Continue reading →

Christmas Craft Workshop: Victorian Beaded Ornament Covers

August 15, 2014 // No Comments

Having always had a fondness for Victorian Christmases, my friend Carlota was drawn to the delicately beaded ornament covers while at a Charles Dickens fair. Now, before going on about the ornaments, can I just comment how cool an idea... Continue reading →

Knitmas 2013

January 8, 2014 // No Comments

It was a lovely holiday season and my third year in Knitmas. You can read about my other Knitmas experiences here and here (2011) and here (2012). This year, I’m taking the time to blog about it finally. I received Kathy’s name and... Continue reading →