Christmas; the time for family, fun and eating way to much food. We get to the markets & shops; "to-do" lists in my hand and I am ready to conquer this day, or am I? People are dashing around to get the last of their shopping done. We race to get every last thing ready for the big day, and of course I left the shopping for the last minute. I try to figure out what gifts to get everyone, and coming from a large family, my mind jumps to so many options.
Art & Love
Naturally, with my artistic abilities, I had to make something for my family, and I think one appreciates handmade gifts much more. (Because growing up in a big family, I had to improvise). From an early age I delved into crafting things, and Christmas times were the best time for my creative juices to flow. My grandmother always say that making something for someone is worth so much more, because as you make the gift, you have the intended person in mind. Giving it to them fills the heart with a tremendous amount of joy, as they know that it was made with love.
Battle of the Xmas Moms
The past year was such a fast year, and in a blink of an eye, it was silly season. I refer to December holidays as the silly season. The reason being is that everything starts to speed up and people start acting silly. The supermarkets are full of people dashing around to get that last minute buys in, I often found myself "fighting" a mom grabbing the last gammon or last bit of wrapping paper. Imagine yourself in a scene of "A Bad mom's Christmas" battling to get everything perfect.
Boney M, excitment & Gifts!
But this time of the year would not be jolly without trees being decorated, stockings being filled and Boney M softly playing in the background. I always have a sense of joy around this time of the year. As the time gets closer to hand out gifts, we all become excited as little kiddies again. Generally we have a family gathering, where we have wonderful food prepared, enjoy the holiday company and (im)patiently waiting for the clock to tick to 25 December... Midnight is upon us, and we give thanks, wishing each other a wonderful and blessed Christmas, and then starting to hand out the gifts.
This year we decided to include the following home made gifts:
Delectably scrumptious Hot Chocolate Jars
Quick and Easy "Party" Starter Kits
Hot Chocolate Jars
Serving : 2
Prep Time : 5-7 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 Mason Jar
- Ribbons & Twine (for decoration)
- 6 - 10 tbs powdered Milk
- 6 tbs Sugar / powdered sugar
- 3 tbs Cocoa powder
- crushed Chocolate chips
- mini Marshmallows
Method (to make)
- Layer each ingredient in the mason jar (Starting with the cocoa powder and alternating with milk and sugar).
- Add the chocolate chips.
- Lastly add the mini marshmallows
- Tie the ribbons and twine around the jar as you please.
One can add candy canes ontop of this Mixture.
Method (to drink)
- When ready to enjoy.
- Heat 2 cups of milk, and empty the contents of one jar into milk.
- Mix well and divide into two cups.
Party Starter Kits
Serving : 1
Prep Time : 5 minutes
Ingredients
- 200ml Soft drink
- 1 mini liquor
- 1 glass jug (250ml)
- Ribbons and Rafia
- 1 Straw
Method
- As seen in photos, tie the ribbons around the jug and tie the bottle of liquor to it.
- Place the soft drink inside the jug and add the straw too.
- When ready add ice to jug, liquor and soft drink and enjoy!
This is so versatile, you can use any liqueur and add any soft drink mix to it. I used Jagermeister and added Red Bull. One can also use whiskey and soda, or brandy and coca cola. The possibilities are endless.
Please enjoy this fun holiday quick and easy gift ideas, and stay blessed over the seasons. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!
Please enjoy responsible!
Enjoy
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