Homemade Christmas Fun...

We certainly are not the only ones who are talking about "saving" this Christmas. Maybe you are thinking about giving less, or maybe you are trying to be creative in your gift giving this Holiday Season. I thought I would share two things I have enjoyed doing for the holidays...not just this year, but for several years!!

Homemade Potpourri

This is so very simple, the aroma is incredible, and on a side note, it's pretty. Just add some orange peel, whole cloves, and cinnamon sticks (all of which the majority of us have in our house) to some water. Simmer throughout the day in either a potpourri pot or a small pot on the stove. You will need to add water occasionally.


This quick and easy homemade Hot Chocolate mix recipes is from a dear friend of mine (who says she is going to start blogging soon - hint, hint!). It is being added to the teacher baskets that I am making. It is also great to add to your morning coffee, and a little cheaper that a Starbucks run!

1 Large container of Chocolate Quick
20 oz of Dry Milk
11-16 oz of Coffee Mate
Dash of Salt
1 C Powdered Sugar
1 Pkg mini Chocolate Chips
Marshmallows.

Makes 20+ cups. (I divided into 6 separate packages).

Would you care to share any homemade Christmas fun?