Creative Crafts

Obsession with Chocolate and how to GIFT IT

Did you know that our obsession with chocolate is over 4000 years old? First it was a drink of the gods, then it was used as a medicine, and now it’s enjoyed all throughout the world as a treat. And, this 4000 year old obsession has made chocolate the favorite gift item in the world today! So why the obsession? Is it because we have heard that chocolate (specifically dark) is an antioxidant and may provide health benefits? Or is it because chocolate comes in creamy milk, delectable dark, or velvety white? Maybe it’s because we can melt it, and then dip our favorite things in it? Since it’s an all time favorite gift, here’s a master recipe designed for you to DIY (dip - it- yourself) , dry it, then, just wrap it, and gift it. Whether it’s sweet, chewy, fruity, crunchy, or even meaty , yes you can dip it all and gift it all. It really is that simple for you to create a world famous, favorite gift. Here’s how to dip it, dry it, and then just wrap it!

CHRISTMAS WREATH – BY GLENDA @ EDMONTON STORE

What You Will Need

• 1 Package of Paper Eskimo Paper Plates
• 1 Roll of Mesh Wrap – Silver
• 1 Roll of Mesh glitter Ribbon
• 1 Package of Red Cupcake wrappers
• 3 Deco Christmas Picks
• 1 Twist Tie
• 1 Hot Glue Gun

Western Valentines bags by Yvonne @ Edmonton Store

• I sheet of Bandana Red Tissue paper
• Shop bag non woven paper white 13x6x15
• Glue stick or hot glue gun
• Very sharp craft knife and metal ruler

Houndstooth,mini dots and Satin Valentines bags by Yvonne @ Edmonton Store

1. Houndstooth and mini dots table runner in Fuchsia Pink
2. Shop bag non woven paper white 13x6x15
3. Beauty 1 inch Satin Ribbon
4. Faux Jewel Metallic ribbon in Fuchsia
5. Glue stick and hot glue gun
6. Scissors

Houndstooth and mini dots Valentines bags by Yvonne @ Edmonton Store

You will need:

• Houndstooth and mini dots table runner in Fuchsia Pink
• Shop bag non woven paper white 13x6x15
• Glue stick or hot glue gun
• Scissors

Tuxedo nesting box by Yvonne @ Edmonton store

You will need:

• Nesting box, I used red 4 ½ “ size
• Red grosgrain ribbon, to match the box
• Black 1” satin ribbon – about 6”
• Black grosgrain ribbon – about 2”
• Faux jewel ribbon in silver – a few gems
• White paper, glue stick and hot glue gun

Santa’s Pillow Box - by Yvonne @ Edmonton Store

You will need:

• 1 red pillow box
• Black grosgrain  ribbon
• Faux  jewel metallic  silver  ribbon
• Scissors
• Glue gun

Santa’s Mailbox – By Donna @ Edmonton

Here’s what you will need

• 1 Red Gable Box -  9x6x6
• 1” Black Satin Ribbon
• Silver Faux Jewel Metallic Ribbon
• 1 Large White Tag
• Forest Green Grosgrain
• Xacto Knife, Ruler
• Scissors, Hot Glue Gun
• Black Felt Pen

Santa’s Bag – By Donna @ Edmonton Store

 Here’s what you will need

• 1 Gloss Red Shop Bag 8x10
• 1” Satin Ribbon Red & Black
• Faux Jewel Metallic Silver Ribbon
• 3 Sheets Red Tissue
• Scissors, Hot Glue Gun 

Hanging Snowflake - By Sharan @ Burnaby Store

What you will need

• 6” x 100 ft. gift-wrap table runner
• Scissors
• Glue, tape or stapler