A Pinch of Joy

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Christmas

DIY Gift Bag

Can you help by making a dozen Fabric Gift Bags for foster children?  The plea came at a Kiwanis meeting.  And I volunteered.  They were so easy to make that I finished all of them in one sitting — less than half a day.  The recipient would have a bagful of gifts, thanks to Kiwanis, […]

Filed Under: Sewing

All Things Christmas Linky

Announcing All Things Christmas Linky — Link any and all Christmas related posts you’d like to share.  Old or new, it doesn’t matter. . Link now until December 25!   Enjoy!!  Opening the door to new ideas — one link at a time!   An InLinkz Link-up

12 no-bake gifts from the kitchen

    Christmas Wreath      Potato Chip Clusters     Cherry Mash Bars   Pistachio Fudge      Cinnamon Swirl Cream Cheese Mints Classic Oreo Truffles Cranberry Pistachio Chocolate Bark    Ritz Turtles   Fabulous Fudge Gooey Golden Chex Mix   No-Bake Chocolate Cookies Eggnog Fudge Grinch Kabobs  Here are some other Christmas collections […]

Cranberry Pineapple Salad

Cranberry Pineapple Salad is a kid friendly addition to holiday dinners.  The addition of crushed pineapple and diced apples in raspberry gelatin take away the signature tartness of the cranberry.  Easier for kids and people who aren’t into tart – like me – to eat.  I have a tart reflex.  One bite and my face […]

Filed Under: Salads

Savory Chicken Noodle Soup Mix

Savory chicken noodle soup mix is not your grandma’s chicken soup even though it tastes just like it!  And just like grandma’s soup, this makes a healthy, comforting gift — but so much easier to make.   Pair a jar of mix with a can of chicken and it is perfect for a sick friend.  A […]

Filed Under: Soup

What Shall I Make for Holiday Dinner?

Searching for holiday dinner recipes?  Me too!  We’re unexpectedly hosting festivities since the originally scheduled host can’t.  If you’re in the same boat – vs my usual boat of waiting till the last minute — here’s a helpful list of some ideas from past A Pinch of Joy posts.  You can find more ideas in […]