The big day’s almost here and suddenly there doesn’t seem much time left for all the ideas I’ve been dreaming up. However, I’ve just had a final burst of shopping and creating and I wanted to share these last minute ideas with you.
Make… Bailey’s fudge. Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a bottle of Baileys. This recipe from Lily Vanilli is quick, easy and possibly the most delicious fudge I’ve ever tasted! The boys’ teachers all have a big bag each and are very lucky indeed. Make it now for a friend, or just for you. I would recommend using a jam thermometer if you have one, it makes the whole process much more straight forward.
Buy…a festive soap. A winter themed soap makes a great last minute present to have on stand-by. It’s a little more virtuous than fudge, but just as nice. And how about treating yourself to a nice one too? It’s important to remember to find a moment of me time in amongst all the festive madness – my favourite thing is a hot bath, nice soap and a magazine. This one is by the Somerset Toiletry Company.
Create…a Christmas tree in a jug. We had lots of trimmings from our big Christmas tree which I’ve casually arranged in galvanised jugs. They look great unadorned, but I love twisting a few wired decorations onto the fronds. This would look beautiful on your Christmas table.
Good luck with all your final preparations!
What a wonderful post Lizzie. Such simple ideas, but really lovely. Baileys is on my shopping list, so I might even give that fudge a go.
It’s so easy, especially if you use a thermometer! Have a lovely Christmas xx
You’ve inspired me to get some evergreen trimmings in for the holiday decorations. I have vases of holly, ivy and fir around my house now.
Kate xx
That sounds so lovely Kate! I hope you had a lovely Christmas x