for easter this year, i used egg cartons, decorated them with pretty paper, and filled them with goodies inside. home-made chocolates using bunny moulds, and chocolate truffles (and when i didn't have enough, some little cadbury eggs!) i used this recipe to make the truffles, so easy, and added my own little twist. yum.
(my own twist: i did two batches, one milk, one dark chocolate. i added peppermint essence and chopped up mint patties to the dark truffles, and chopped turkish delight to the milk chocolate)
where to start? it has been such a long time from this space. i'm sure you've made presumptions... and you'd be right. pregnant!
i thought this pregnancy would be different, i thought i might be able to enjoy the ride, sadly for me, not the case. i seem to be one of the 'lucky' ones, where i suffer from this. the days are long and challenging, but we are taking things slowly and mindfully, trying to enjoy the small things. this christmas will be spent recycling all of last years decorations, whilst we aim for a simple and peaceful festive season. just the way we like it.
and because i am presently unable to display any inspiration, i'll leave you with some of the beautiful things i have found around the web...
these handmade santa sacks are just divine
love these crafty santa sticks, spreading the christmas cheer
how to make a crystal snowflake
following this beautiful pregnancy series
love this cute idea for the kids
purchased my christmas cards from here (first year ever i haven't made my own)
and... my all time favourite - cookies in a jar - a perfect gift
merry, merry christmas. 'til next year. jade x
when ruby turned one a few months ago, i wanted to start a little tradition for her. yes, we will always have birthday parties, but i wanted something that was personal, heartfelt and really meaningful.
enter: the letter.
every year, on her birthday, she will receive a handwritten letter from her mama.
a little piece of love from me to her that she can treasure forever.
