DIY Gold Rock Candy Favor and Printable

Thanksgivukkah is almost upon us, and what better what to kick off the 8 nights or get a sugar rush after Turkey Day than some luxed up rock candy? 

I created these easy, DIY rock candy sticks and their blue and gold palette is perfect for Hanukkah. Maddy, my Confetti Pop partner, hooked up the printable favor card. Voila! Freebie magic all up in your holidays. 

Get the tutorial and printable on Confetti Pop, and get to crafting these printables and favors for Christmas, Hanukkah, or Thanksgiving.

image: Todd Hafermann
printable and tutorial: Confetti Pop
rock candy: Candy Warehouse

10 Days of Craftsmas!: Day 2 - Gingerbread Place Cards

It's the second day of the 10 Days of Craftsmas, which Maddy of Somewhere Splendid and I dreamed up to provide you with lots of holiday baking and crafting ideas. Today's project was actually a component of yesterday's gorgeous Rustic Rosette Runner table decor idea. These gingerbread reindeer cookies do double duty. Of course they're delicious and easy to make, but they also serve as seating cards for an intimate holiday party.

The 10 Days of Craftsmas!

Last week, I had a few double posts instead of my typical one post per day. In case you missed any, be sure to also check out The Gift Guide I compiled featuring lots of delicious goodies for your friends and family in the US and abroad. You can also read my Star Tribune interview on holiday dessert table and decor ideas. Now, on to today's holiday goodness!

Today is the first day of The 10 Days of Craftsmas! Along with my friend Maddy Hague of Somewhere Splendid, I designed ten holiday crafts and favors for you to recreate for your festivities. We have some great printables, easy recipes, and festive decor ideas along with tutorials and how-tos to help you bring it all together. Whether you want to create a homemade holiday, find new craft ideas, or just look at pretty pictures, this series is for you. I'll be back with the first craft later today, so check back for that. 

Follow along all ten days and have yourself a Merry Craftsmas!

The Gift Guide

I'm happy to bring you the first Sweet Tooth holiday gift guide. I've rounded up gift ideas that will work for even the hardest to shop-for on your list. Guys will gobble up the classic caramels, kids will construct an edible masterpiece, and your fashionista friend will love Kate Spade's candy striped scarf. So, whether your loved ones live in the US or abroad, there's something for everyone.

In case you missed today's first post, be sure to check it out for one of the cutest invites I've seen in a long while. You can print some out for yourself. Enjoy!

1: Buttercream frosted cookies, Cheryl's. 2: Recipe boxes, Rifle Paper Co. 3: Cupcake manicure set, Paper Source. 4: Candy rings, Papa Bubble (available in the US and abroad). 5: Chocolate wreath, Hotel Chocolat (US and abroad). 6: Gingerhaus gingerbread manor kit, Sur la Table. 7: Gingerbread house caramel garland, Crate & Barrel. 8: Hanukkah cookies, Eleni's NYC. 9: Candy cane post-its, Snow & Graham. 10: Mint chip cookie dough, DB's Batter Up. 11: Fifth Avenue Stripe scarf, Kate Spade. 12: Customizable ice cream cone charm necklace, Open Ceremony (US and abroad).

Dessert Table: Hanukkah Huzzah!

I kicked off today with the Sweet Christmas Countdown. Since tonight is the first night of Hanukkah, I thought I'd also bring a little blue and gold sweetness your way.

Frog Prince Paperie featured this holiday design and included lots of DIY tips and printables. Eight votive glasses create an unconventional menorah.

Fried donuts are traditional Hanukkah treats, and blue sprinkles dress them up accordingly.

Love this Hanukkah display? Then check out Frog Prince Paperie's full post to get the DIY tips and printables.

Dessert Table: Hanukkah's Silver and Blue

Hanukkah starts December 12th this year, which gives you plenty of time to plan, buy, and create some delicious treats for your guests. Blue and silver are the traditional colors of the holiday, and this time of year, there are sure to be tons of silver-y blue ornaments and decor to sprinkle across your table.

Glittery dreidels strung above the table make a perfect banner, while a tiered cake is sure to be a show-stopper. Have a baker (or your crafty self) handpaint a menorah on one side and a dreidel on the other for a 360 degree experience. Cookies decorated with royal icing can be packed away as favors or displayed during the party.

Table, Sufganiyot, Favor boxes (Martha Stewart), Cookies (Whipped Bake Shop), Hanukkah cake (Dahlia's Cakes)