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DIY Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas

And the wrapping continues! With so many gift wrapping options, how do you keep up with your wrapping?

Ours was simple, re-use, reduce and recycle! Keeping up with our loot bags tradition of using recycled materials, our presents for the teachers was wrapped with old papers that were turned into paper bags and decorated with hand painted Christmas tree. Actually, hand Christmas tree:

The best part of this DIY Christmas Gift Wrapper, the kids have their hands on it, I mean yes, those are their hands..and they were the one who decorated the tree 🙂 making the wrapper and the present more special 🙂

Here some DIY Christmas Gifts Wrapping Ideas from my mommy blogger friends:

Reindeer Gift Wrap for Christmas from Mommy Peach.

DIY Christmas Wrapper from Mommy Levy.

Coin Envelope Wrap and Tag from My Mom Friday.

Got Christmas Gifts Wrapper Ideas to share? Tell us!

Cute Takes Centre Stage: The SM Kids’ Fashion Holiday Collection

The local kids fashion authority unveils their latest line of children’s apparel

Manila, Philippines – Christmas means happenings and what better way to create the biggest one of all, than with the right outfits. SM Kids’ Fashion gives young girls and boys even more options to look their best, no matter the occasion. With themes ranging from crazy graphics to lots of sparkle and sporty get-ups, there’s a whole range of choices in store.

Black and White

Perfect for any occasion, this mix of eye-catching prints emphasizes sophisticated black and white tones for young boys and girls. From houndstooth minis to tribal-print dresses and striped trousers and jackets, the set works well for morning play dates or a grown-up dinner with Mom and Dad.

Royal Tee

Every little girl is a princess, and nothing says it better than this line of cute statement shirts. Adorned with sequins, puff sleeves, and peter-pan collars, these embellished tops go well with jeans or a nice frilly tutu for everyday dress-up.

Tromp ‘O Leil

Everyone loves a good illusion and the boy’s are taking it home this year. Printed bowties, jackets, and checkered vests stand out against soft cotton tees, along with comfy raglans featuring fun athletic prints for afternoons of rough and tumble activity.

Party Princess

Whether its afternoon tea or a mini-disco party, there’s always something in the closet with this collection. Multi-colored lace dresses come with hints of tulle, huge polka dots, as well as built in belts and maxi lengths for the girl who loves dressing to impress.

Baby’s Big Day

Tiny tots aren’t about to get left out of the high fashion loop. This season, it’s all about mini decorative get-ups ala Great Gatsby, roomy, sporty rompers, decked out pantaloons, and a generous helping of frilly tutus, for the most stylish babies out there.

A Christmas Christening

Baby baptismal wear also gets a refreshing festive update in mini coat and tie sets as well as lacy gowns, perfect for a special day. With subtle hints of glitter and adorable patterns, little ones become the life of the party.

The SM Kids’ Fashion Holiday Collection is currently available at all SM Stores, nationwide.

Planning For Our Noche Buena 2013

11 days before Christmas and my sisters are already planning what to cook for Noche Buena. OMG! I am not done with my Christmas decors yet! The truth is, I am not in the mood to set up my decorations this year. The Christmas tree is already up, but the lights and other Christmas decors are still in their respective boxes… we won’t be spending Christmas here.. so that’s one of the reason why.. we’ll be spending Noche Buena with my family and Christmas Day with my cousins (more about that later ha).

My sisters are planning what to have this Christmas, Italian? Filipino, American, Chinese or Japanese themed Noche Buena? hmmm why not Mexican? We can have all the tacos in the world! But I know, deep in my heart, I’d always go for a Filipino themed Noche Buena. And when it comes to Filipino dishes, Kare-Kare, Embotido, Halaya and Leche Flan should be there! That is what heaven on earth for me.. Kare-kare sauce + embotido + steaming rice.. halaya and leche flan for dessert! That is a Merry Merry Christmas! Agree?

I want to surprise my sisters this Christmas with new recipes and with my new baking “talent” hahaha and while looking for a great recipe for Embotido, I came across Green Cross Mommy Pro Christmas Favorites with a Twist Article.

I am sharing with you the recipe for Embotido with a twist:

Ingredients:
2 lbs. lean ground pork
½ cup fresh bread crumbs soaked in ¼ cup milk
1 chorizo (or 4 oz. pepperoni), finely chopped
2 eggs slightly beaten
¼ cup sweet relish
¼ teaspoon pepper
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons raisins (optional)
2 hard boiled eggs, quartered (8 slices)
2 tablespoons softened butter
How to cook it:
1.      Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.      Thoroughly combine all ingredients except cooked eggs and softened butter.
3.      Butter the center of a 12” X 18” piece of heavy duty aluminum foil.
4.      Spread half of the pork mixture on buttered foil making a rectangle about 8”X10”.
5.      Arrange 4 slices of eggs in a row at the center, lengthwise.
6.      Roll meat around eggs and wrap with the foil sealing the edges securely.
7.      Do the same thing with the remaining half of the pork mixture, making two rolls in total.
8.      Bake in a pan for 1 ½ hours. Let rest for 15 minutes before unwrapping. Slice crosswise.
9.      Serve either cold or pan fry until golden brown.
10. Enjoy!
Recipe Source: salu-salo.com