New Years Non-Alcoholic Punch

293924_10151421071540579_535014668_nI always feel awkward this time of the year because  parties and get-togethers always make me feel weird because I don’t drink. (at all) I have been welcomed with non-alcoholic beverages because they know I don’t drink but I never like to make a hostess feel “put out” by my account.  This punch could be enjoyed by people who drink or not and would make the non-alcoholic who may be attending your party a little less awkward. Place a little hand written note beside all punches you may serve that it is alcoholic or non-alcoholic so as not to single out the non drinkers. This punch sounds very delicious so I would have more made up in pitchers (depending on how many will be attending) so when it runs out you can just add more.

Rice Crispie Treat Christmas Train

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Molded into a train pan set and decorated with icing. This looks great but I could see the use of so much more candy. I would also display these in a line with licorice connecting each car. Would make a great display for a party and the kids will get a complete kick out of it.

 

Thanks to Brenda for sharing this with us.

Wilton Gingerbread Pan Cake

521385_10151175990553107_395788152_nKeep the kids busy at a party by having a cake made with Wilton’s gingerbread man shaped pan. Ice and pipe the white on. Have bowls of candy to the side and let the kids help decorate it. Great party activity and then everyone can eat it.

Reece’s Peanut Butter Cup Reindeer

12047_10151341234585412_728843807_nHot glue one big side down to small side forward. Tie a ribbon around neck to cover hot glue with a bell tied to the ribbon. Cut brown pipe cleaners and tie together to make antlers and attach with hot glue. Hot glue googly eyes and attach a nose. Great for party favors and could be used as name plates.

Reece’s Peanut Butter Cup Christmas Tree

6984_10151345599775412_1729794261_nThis was created using just the green Reece’s from the bag which has green, red and gold. For a party you could make one of each or intermix and make a big tree. Hot glue them to each other and top with a bow. Would make a nice centerpiece to give as a gift. Let your children help.