Frosty the Snowman...

Oh my goodness, totally in love with this adorable coconut snowman from www.marthastewart.com. There is absolutely no doubt I'll be making this little fella over the festive season! He is made of vanilla ice cream rolled in coconut. His eyes, mouth, and buttons are licorice candies, his carrot nose marzipan, and his hat a toasted marshmallow atop a chocolate cookie. To make this snowman, you will need three ice-cream scoops in varied sizes. Shoestring licorice cut into small pieces can also be used for the buttons, eyes, and mouth.

Is it wrong to eat something so cute?....

Get Knitting!

I recently saw this hat for sale on www.etsy.com and fell in love with it! I Thought it would be the perfect accessory to complete any winter outfit. Unfortunately the hat was not for sale, the knitting pattern was. I remember as a kid that my mum used to sit for hours on the sofa knitting away.....then it occurred to me, if she can do it, surely I can? I don't need to buy the hat. I can knit it! Easier said than done, I have never even held a knitting needle in my life. The good news is there are plenty of books, websites, online videos and courses out there to help you get started with knitting at any level. There are some fabulous accessories out there that can be knitted for your home and to wear. I especially love knitted winter socks, mittens and mug jumpers! Check out some ideas here on pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=knitting%20ideas

So, I am officially challenging myself to embark on a knitting adventure and plan to teach myself the basics so that I can soon indulge myself in some knitted loveliness. My goal is to spend the beginning of 2014 learning the art of knitting and by next winter this hat WILL definitely be keeping my ears warm and cosy! :) Lesson of the day: IF YOU WANT IT, KNIT IT YOURSELF!

Bakespiration!

If you are looking for something extra-ordinary to bake this holiday season then have a go at this delectable rainbow pinata cake. It makes my mouth water just by looking at it. Would be great for a kids birthday party or simply just to celebrate the awesomeness that is cake. 

Here is the link to a great recipe: http://www.goodtoknow.co.uk/recipes/538571/pinata-cake. I know what I am going to be making this weekend...........