And a Happy New Year!

Winter Holiday Wall Decor -

Want a somewhat simple, inexpensive way to spice up your walls for the holidays? 

It's really quite fun...

Step 1: Target one spot that needs the most help. I look for areas where a piece of art is already hanging and could easily be removed, so that I do not have to put more holes in my wall. 

Step 2: Grab a canvas (or two..or three...) and paint! Instead of Christmas, you may want your theme to be something wintery, so that you can display it longer. 

Step 3: Do a little bit of this....

and a little bit of that....

Step 4: Hang your fun creation and enjoy! 

Holiday Treats -

Elf Mix

This is a new favorite of mine.

Why wouldn't it be with such a cute name?

WARNING: It is quite addictive and way too easy to much on.

But, it is so easy to make; I just had to share it with you.

You are welcome.

What you'll need:

3 cups of Rice Chex

3 cups of Corn Chex

3 cups of Cheerios

2 cups of peanuts

2 cups of pretzels

1 (12 oz) bag of white chocolate chips

1 bag of peanut M&M's

1 bag of plain M&M's

First, combine the cereals, peanuts, pretzels, and M&M's in a large bowl (I have to use two large bowls to really be able to stir the mixture without making a mess.)

Next, melt your chocolate chips the way the package reccommends (Warning: If you overheat, it begins to harden. I usually do 30 second intervals with stirring inbetween).

Finally, pour the melted chocolate over dry mixture and stir until evenly dispersed. You'll probably want to let it harden for about 15 minutes.

Enjoy little elves!

xo, Caroline