February Signature Cookie - Peter Pan Cake Cookies

These super easy Peter Pan Cake Cookies are the perfect treat for you and the Lost Boys to enjoy before you head to our Off to Neverland Sale.

Ingredients:

• 1 box of vanilla cake mix

• 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil

• 2 large eggs

• Green food coloring or gel

• Red sprinkles

• Powdered sugar

• White chocolate chips

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.

2. Mix the cake, eggs, food coloring and oil together until the dough is smooth.

3. Refrigerate the dough for 10 minutes.

4. Roll dough into 1” balls.

5. Sprinkle powdered sugar onto your counter and roll dough balls around in powdered sugar.

6. Bake at 350°F for 9 to 11 minutes until the cookies are set!

7. Melt white chocolate in the microwave in 30 minute increments.

8. Using a piping bag, pipe onto wax paper in the shape of a feather. Sprinkle with red sprinkles. Cool in freezer for 10 minutes

9. Using the leftover chocolate, make a small dot on the cookies and place a feather on each cookie.

10. Never grow up and enjoy!

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Cozy Winter Décor

Well it looks like winter is finally arriving in Northern Nevada this week after pretty much having spring like temperatures last week. I don’t know about you but anytime it snows, it feels like Christmas. I’m half tempted to pull out my Christmas décor and put it back up. January and February can be challenging months to decorate for. In January, I typically pack up all of my vibrant reds and greens to get ready for February décor which is usually a mix of whites and some romantic pastels. I keep some cozy winter décor up (yes, my Christmas trees are still up because I love the twinkle lights), snowy wreaths also stay up because it is winter after all.

One spot I definitely change in January is my room. Re-arranging furniture and switching out bedding is how I “clean.” This time I decided to do a whole room swap-a-roo. I found an antique bed that was the beginning of the process. From there it was a bedding update, switching positions of a desk and cabinet and a new (to me) mirror that has a French like feel.

When you’ve redecorated a space, there is a fresh energy that comes with it! It also gives you the opportunity to re-evaluate the pieces you have to determine if you love it or it’s time for a switch up.

I’m loving how our room re-do turned out. It’s still cozy for winter but hints of pink remind me that a new season is just around the corner. Pearl thinks it’s pretty cozy too! She’s the queen of cozy and she’s ready to jump in!

What are your favorite ways to stay cozy and decorate for the winter season?

January Signature Cookie - Valentine's Chocolate Dipped Oreo Pops

These delicious and fun to eat Valentine's Chocolate Dipped Oreo Pops were created especially for love. Whip up a batch before our Vintage Valentine Sale then head on over this weekend - January 15-17.

Ingredients:

• 6″ Cookie Sticks

• Oreo Cookies (we used Double Stuffed)

• White Baking Chips (or colored candy melts)

• Food coloring (gel is the best for melting)

• Coconut oil

• Sprinkles – (we used jumbo hearts, mini hearts, and sugar pearls)

• 3 Microwave-Safe cups or bowls

• Parchment Paper

• Disposable Candy Piping Bag (optional, for drizzle decorations)

Directions:

1. Start by twisting and separating the Oreos into two halves. 

2. In a microwave-safe cup or bowl, melt a small amount of white chocolate and a 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil in 20-second increments, stirring between each heat

3. Dip the end of a lollipop stick into the melted candy, and sandwich it between both halves of the Oreo. 

4. Allow the chocolate to cool and firm completely before moving on to the next step. A quick trip to the freezer will speed up the process if you’re in a hurry.

5. Fill a microwave-safe cup about 2/3 full of white chocolate and a 1/2 teaspoon of coconut oil, and melt in the microwave (again using 20-second increments and stirring afterward). Add food coloring of choice and stir.

6. Dip the Oreo pop into the melted chocolate allowing the candy to completely cover the cookie, and then lay the cookie pop on a sheet of parchment paper to cool and firm up.

7. Add sprinkles or drizzle while the chocolate is still wet (if desired).

8. Repeat the process for each additional color of melted white chocolate.

9. Enjoy!

A Guide to Gift Wrapping

Gift wrapping is one of my favorite things to do. While it’s often easy to throw a gift in a bag with some tissue, it really doesn’t take that much longer to gift wrap. I would classify myself as a last-minute wrapper (typically on Christmas Eve in front of the fire while watching a Christmas movie). Just because I’m wrapping last minute doesn’t mean I don’t like to apply some of my decorating rules to package wrapping. Here are a few examples of how you can take your wrapping to the next level.

1. Whimsical wrapping: Fun paper paired with a unique ornament on the bow makes your gift a hit. It’s like two presents in one because the ornament can go on the tree afterwards.

2. Rustic wrapping: I paired this plaid paper with a burlap bow and a birch ornament that is doubling as a package topper. I could of stopped there but to finish off this trio, I added our holly pick. What I love about this is the wire in the leaves that makes it flexible so I can bend it in any shape I want.

3. Simple and elegant wrapping: Brown paper packages tied up with string can be beautiful, although we prefer to add beautiful ribbon, some greenery and a little sparkle. This package went from ordinary to extraordinary with a simple extra touches.

4. Gift Card Wrapping: Gift cards don’t have to be a boring gift to give. Add them into a fun tin or miniature stocking and up your gift wrap game.

There are a number of ways to up your wrapping game and the best news is the Eddy Street Elves are here to help! Join us THIS Wednesday, December 23rd from 10am-5pm for our bonus shopping day where we can help you find the perfect gift, ornament, package topper, or table decor. We’re here for all of your last minute needs.