Easy Homemade Gifts
Posted by Sheela Cooper
Christmas is almost here, and if you’re like me, there are still a few gifts you need for people on your list. Here are a few ideas that are easy, fairly low-cost, and homemade. The recipients of these gifts will love them and cherish the idea that you have made something just for them!
Baked goods – these are always a hit at the holidays. For years, I have made Cherry Almond Biscotti for my neighbors, and they look forward to it each year. The recipe I use is from Bon Appetit and is actually for Cherry Hazelnut Biscotti, but I prefer almonds. There is a bit of a time investment, but the recipe yields a lot and is a welcome, somewhat exotic change from sugar cookies or chocolate chip cookies.
The Beauty of Mason Jars
Posted by Sheela Cooper
Mason (or canning) jars are so wonderfully diverse. Their original purpose was for preserving food from your garden, but today, you can use them for a variety of crafty purposes. Here’s just a small sampling of different styles of jars:
