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Festive Treats

December 19, 2010 By Spoonful of Sugar - 25 Comments

I love to make Christmas special (it is all in the details!) and made up some treats this weekend for our festive entertaining.

We had some special friends for dinner last night and these are the mini chocolate boxes I put at each place setting (filled with Lindt balls).

We will be celebrating Christmas lunch at our place this year (4 generations!) so I am working on some pillow boxes that I am going to fill with Christmas lollies.

I only have to work two days this week and then can’t wait to get started on the Christmas baking. It is being to feel a lot like Christmas ……

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  1. two hippos says

    December 19, 2010 at 3:13 am

    They are brilliant, just love all your papercrafts!

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  2. Catherine says

    December 19, 2010 at 3:32 am

    I love your colours and pretty decorations on the pillow boxes, what a special treat on Christmas Day:)

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  3. Christy says

    December 19, 2010 at 3:33 am

    so gorgeous. i really love the red and white christmas palette!

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  4. meri says

    December 19, 2010 at 3:44 am

    Amazing! Your decorations look wonderful as usually!
    Hope you, Lisa and Sarah, have a great Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with your beloved ones!

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  5. Linda says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:02 am

    Everything looks so stylish Lisa, were the pillow boxes made with the cricut?

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  6. Bela says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:14 am

    Dear girls, I cannot tell you my pleasure every time I visit you! All done so perfectly and everything shines around here!!! Thanks! Love!! Bela

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  7. Posie Patchwork says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:16 am

    Red & white, never fails does it?? Just beautiful wrapping. Love Posie

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  8. Janellybelly says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:18 am

    Red & white, spot & polka dots, music and lindt balls – it all looks ever so gorgeous!
    Have fun with the Christmas baking, I’m sure your KitchenAid needs a good workout 🙂

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  9. suzitee says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:25 am

    It looks gorgeous Lisa…you are all set for a magical Christmas 🙂

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  10. KaHolly says

    December 19, 2010 at 6:55 am

    I remember the special Christmas you designed last year, too! So very festive, indeed. You must be so organized!

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  11. dutch sisters says

    December 19, 2010 at 8:00 am

    So so beautiful!!

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  12. Terriaw says

    December 19, 2010 at 9:25 am

    wow, these treat boxes are SO beautiful! I love the white with red accents. Also really love that sheet music accent. You’re so inspiring today!

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  13. Shannon says

    December 19, 2010 at 12:53 pm

    LOVE these boxes! Of course, the red and white scheme doesn’t hurt… 😉

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  14. GardenofDaisies says

    December 19, 2010 at 1:53 pm

    What pretty little treat boxes! I just love the use of red and white polka dot for christmas!

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  15. Dmarie says

    December 19, 2010 at 1:56 pm

    SUCH neat and enviably pretty work. well done! you inspire me to be more creative.

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  16. our shabby cottage says

    December 19, 2010 at 3:48 pm

    Just lovely Lisa, it’s all in the finer details isn’t it.

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  17. Jo-anne (Blossy) says

    December 19, 2010 at 4:14 pm

    The boxes & pillows look fantastic!

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  18. Thimbleanna says

    December 19, 2010 at 11:17 pm

    I love it all Lisa — the red and white is just beautiful. Especially those cute polka dots!!!

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  19. Tracy says

    December 20, 2010 at 6:20 am

    Such lovely, festive packages…*SWOON*…
    Just catching up on your recent posts… I still have baking to do as a big one on my to-do list. We have a good many gatherings & get-togethers in the next days, so visiting friends early this week in blogland. I hope to post again before the holiday break :o) Hoping you & yours have the happiest holiday season & wishing you all the best in 2011! ((HUGS))

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  20. Rumi says

    December 20, 2010 at 6:37 am

    Everything looks lovely. Your guests will be very impressed!

    Looking forward to seeing what comes out of your oven–I’m sure it will be totally yummy!

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  21. Entre Nous says

    December 20, 2010 at 9:09 am

    Adorable packaging!

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  22. Happy Cottage Quilter says

    December 20, 2010 at 8:34 pm

    Wow these look great! I love the red and white. And polka dots 😀

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  23. Erin says

    December 21, 2010 at 7:35 pm

    Lisa and Sarah, It’s been a really long time and I’m sorry that I haven’t been an active reader…but that’s what happens when you get so sick. I just wanted to say Merry Christmas and the best New Years ever with your 4generations. 🙂 That’s great! I love!! LOVE!! LoVe the Reindeer die cut on your envelope. Where did you get it? You are always so creative.

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  24. Lisa@ButteryBooks says

    December 21, 2010 at 1:27 pm

    What a beautiful table setting! I love the use of only the red and white..it really makes a statement.

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  25. Dogwood says

    December 21, 2010 at 3:05 pm

    So Darling! You are so creative.

    Enjoy and Happy Holidays.

    Reply

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