Just saw these new Christmas tree ornaments at Sur La Table. I think this year’s tree should be foodie themed, how about you?
Starting from the Top Left: Cake Ornament, Pink Cupcake Ornament, Espresso Machine Ornament, Pickle Jar Ornament, Prosciutto Ornament (I think this is one of my fav ones), and Chocolate Dipped Strawberry Ornaments (looks good enough to eat!)
(images via Sur La Table)
I’m going to have to blame my lateness on my current situation: my over a week long illness that’s taking its precious time and does not seem to want me to get better yet. It made my Halloween preparations and plans very difficult, but I still managed somehow, even though I did have to give up a few things I wanted to get done. It was especially frustrating last week because I had started getting sick last Monday and miraculously the next morning I was all better, but the sneaky little bugger came back with a vengeance the next day and since then I have been battling it for almost 2 weeks now.
Anyway, on to what I was able to accomplish during my sick week. I was able to sew part of my Halloween costume. I was little red riding hood and I decided to sew my own cape. It came out pretty well, I’m just thankful I didn’t mess it up (it was my first time sewing anything). I baked two items out of the three items I had planned for Halloween, and I also managed to give out Halloween candy.
This year I decided to try out some new recipes. I baked Buttermilk Spice Muffins (the exact recipe from Mimi’s Cafe, I couldn’t believe they just posted it on their website) and Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins. The Buttermilk Spice Muffins were good, although next time I might double the spices. Unfortunately, I personally can’t tell you how good the Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins were. By the time I made these, I couldn’t really taste anything anymore, but my friends seemed to like them so there’s a good sign! I’ll have to try baking them again when I’m not sick.
Buttermilk Spice Muffins
Mini Halloween Liners
My Little Red Riding Hood Basket Filled with Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins