By Noreen Doll. Lacy Candy Canes make a lovely, elegant holiday decoration. They can be made with plastic candy canes as I've done here, or you can use real candy canes. Unfortunately, thought they're very pretty, you can't keep real candy canes as they melt and become sticky over time, but the plastic ones can be kept to use again. Supplies. Ribbon … [Read more...] about Lacy Candy Canes
Candy Canes
Scrunched Paper Candy Cane
By Noreen Doll. A scrunched paper Candy Cane is so easy even toddlers can have fun making it. They'll love scrunching up the tissue paper squares to be glued on the cardboard. It's cheap and easy to make with recycled cereal cardboard and tissue paper. Older kids can cut out the tissue paper squares ahead of time so you'll have everything ready when it's … [Read more...] about Scrunched Paper Candy Cane
Christmas Craft Ideas
Using Christmas craft ideas is a favorite pastime. I have always particularly loved the Christmas season. Spending time with extended family, crafting with my kids and grandkids, and having tree trimming parties with family and friends is all part of what makes the season special. For years I have found Christmas craft ideas all over the Internet, and I love sharing … [Read more...] about Christmas Craft Ideas
Candy Cane Decorations
There are lots of great ideas here for larger candy canned decorations that you can use all around your house. If you didn't want to use real candy canes to make these projects, you could certainly substitute artificial ones - or even make your own. I keep a bag of artificial candy canes handy for when I want to craft with a candy cane, and there are no real ones … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Decorations
Candy Cane Crafts for Kids
You can have fun making these candy cane crafts for kids, but keep an eye on your youngsters to be sure they don't eat them all before you finish crafting! Candy canes are so bright and colorful that they are perfect for making Christmas projects. I like to just hang them on the Christmas tree or put them in a fun spot for someone to find. Most of these crafts will … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Crafts for Kids
Candy Cane Crafts
Candy Cane crafts are fun to make because you can eat them while you work, as well as make colorful Christmas projects. Of course, not all candy cane crafts are made with the real, edible thing. If you want to keep your finished projects from year to year, look for artificial candy canes to craft with - so you don't have to worry about insects. There are even a few … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Crafts
Candy Cane Fudge
by Noreen Doll. Candy Cane Fudge is a great recipe that combines two favorite sweet treats: candy canes and chocolate. It's so easy that kids can make it with some adult help. Don't forget to supervise them when using the stove. Mix in a saucepan: 1 cup sugar 1/3 cup cocoa Stir in: 1/4 cup butter 1/4 cup milk 1 Tablespoon corn syrup Bring … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Fudge
Candy Cane Cookies
by Noreen Doll. Candy cane cookies are fun and easy to make. It's a great family activity. I found this recipe in a newspaper several years ago and it became a tradition to make these candy cane cookies whenever a favorite aunt came to visit from out of town. She made a point of coming at some time before Christmas just to be able to do some fun pre-Christmas … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Cookies
Candy Cane Sweet Treats
Candy cane sweet treats are fun to make and fun to eat. Kids will love helping to make them. These peppermint treats are perfect to serve at any party, or to take to a potluck meal. So stock up on candy canes and start creating your own candy cane sweet treats. Candy Cane Cookies This fun Candy Cane Cookie recipe is easy to make and fun for the whole family to do … [Read more...] about Candy Cane Sweet Treats
