Just 14 more sleeps to Christmas. . . doesn’t time fly!
Today my girls and I are in the kitchen rocking out to Christmas tunes while baking.
It’s one of our Christmas traditions. . .
But this year it has a sad twist. . . my big girl, The Princess’ is moving away from home tomorrow.
It will be our last time hanging out in the kitchen together for awhile.
My first little birdie to fly the nest. . . and not just local. . . she’s moving over 600 kilometres away to start her new ‘grown up’ life as an university student and self supporting adult. Eighteen seems too young.
She doesn’t know this yet. . . but the yummy Mint Slice Balls we made today are actually one of her favourites and I’ll be popping them in the car as she leaves in the morning. . . a little chocolate ‘happy fix’ to help her on her way.
The rest will be gifts. . . given in our handmade packaging. . . with a vintage twist.
I especially like to give baked gifts to those who have a sweet tooth, but don’t bake themselves. These gifts are always appreciated. . . and I’d like to think that a gift made by hand and with love, is nicer than a mass produced store bought item.
Who knew the humble egg carton could be so pretty with just a coat of paint and a pretty vintage graphic?
My Vintage Bird Egg Carton graphic is available for you to download HERE.
I printed mine on matt photo paper twice. . . one for the front of the carton and one for inside. You may need to round the corners on your graphic printout, depending on your egg carton.
I decorated mine with a little German Glass glitter on the snow around the birds and by adding pretty cream lace and ribbon.
I know someone will ask me for the recipe for the Mint Slice Balls. . . so if you pop over to here, you’ll see my now infamous super easy (cheats) cake pop recipe.
They are quick to make and very easy to EAT!!
I’m sharing my pretty egg carton packaging and Mint Slice truffles at this week’s link parties and with these friends: French Country Cottage, The Vintage Farmhouse, 36th Avenue, Clean and Scentsible, Live Laugh Rowe, The DIY Dreamer, Transformation Thursday, At The Picket Fence, Nifty Thrifty Sunday and Tutorials & Tips Link party.
Sharyn N says
Just gorgeous! Your girls are lucky to have a Mummy like you.
Shabby chic Sandy says
This makes a lovely and yummy gift!
misteejay says
Ooooooooo those look so yummy and I’m sure your daughter will appreciate that little taste of home as she sets off to her grown-up life.
Toni xx
Anne Thompson says
thinking of you Kerryanne, what a big deal for her to be taking off on life’s adventures!
Lady of the Woods says
This is fantastically and utterly gorgeous! I have an empty egg carton sitting on my stove now because I just could not compost it yet, I thought, ‘there is something I can do with this, I must figure it out!’….and here is an idea! How beautiful it is, the image so gorgeous, and so kind of you to make something homemade to take with her! I would cry. So nice.
Smiley and Sunshine says
Love your egg carton idea. My adult children still like to come home a few days before Christmas and bake biscuits and make chocolates.
EL RINCON DE CHELO says
Muchas gracias por la idea, tu hija tiene que estar muy contenta con ese maravilloso regalo, besos
kim leavens says
Such a lovely and wonderful gift..will be making several of these up..Thanks so much for sharing your beautiful ideas !
marie says
A perfect packaging idea…and the graphic is beautiful!
Your daughter will love the special treat you’re giving her. A bit of mother’s love to enjoy on her new journey. It’s such a mixed blessing to watch them grow up!!
Cynthia says
Love this post for so many reasons. Love the pictures and that you have such a fantastic tradition with the girls. I had that with my mom and I never forget it at all.
Cynthia
chillin with Quillin says
really like the egg carton, what a nice gift,I used to bake up a storm for Christmas and give to family and friends, but havent been able to do it anymore 🙁 .Wish your Daughter alot of good luck on her journey, I remember when my kids left home, its sad but at the same time happy to see that there achieving there goals!!!
Paula
Rosemary@villabarnes says
Time really does fly. It’s bittersweet seeing them grow up. A delicious treat in an absolutely gorgeous container, made with love. What a great gift.
Rita says
They look so yummy and I bet your daughter will be delighted. I love how you repurposed your egg carton box. such a clever and pretty idea.
rita
Passionate for White says
Gosh you are so creative and talented!
Lynn Stevens says
These are beautiful, I’l;l have to remember it for next year.
Its so sad when our little ones leave the nest.
They grow up so fast. Be proud mom. She’ll soar with her own wings now.
hugs Lynn
Lynn@ The Vintage Nest says
This is absolutely awesome and I have tons of saved egg cartons because I give the excess eggs from our chicks to friends and neighbors. I sure wish I had seen this earlier. I made tons of candy and have already wrapped them as gifts. But you know what??? I am going to do this at Easter as I give gifts then too….I think it’s perfect! Thank you so much for sharing. xoxoxo