I have posted this before
but I have some new readers this year
so thought I would share it again.
I am still on break but will pop in with
two or three
Christmas Ideas
you still have time to do.
I have done this post
a couple of times.
a couple of times.
Several people said
I thought I would post before it
gets any later in the season--
gets any later in the season--
in case you want make these for
your own home.
I have been doing this since my
own kids were small.
I have been doing this since my
own kids were small.
You know how a front door says
WELCOME
when you come in?
By the way-
By the way-
Those sleigh bells are off the horses my
father drove as a young man.
So -there's my
Happy Hello!
BUT I like my door to say
GOOD-BYE
when someone leaves, too.
And I like to say it NICELY
How do I do that?
I let my visitors take a little memento
of their visit with them.
It is called
Cut and Run Take
Here they are-
my sweet little
GINGERBREAD BOYS
hanging in a row.
Here's how to make this
sweet little door hanging.
sweet little door hanging.
Roll out Saran Wrap about 2 feet longer
than the side of your door.
Lay your Gingerbread Boys in a line
on the center of the plastic wrap.
leaving about 4-6" between them.
You could also do this with any sturdy
cookie- like a sugar cookie cut
like a snowflake or star.
Flip them upside down making sure that they
are still in the center
Pull the plastic wrap to the back
overlapping it so they are enclosed
all the way around.
Gently flip them over and using ribbon
tie a knot above and below EACH one.
Hang some children's scissors on
some curly ribbon from the top
to cut the saran wrap.
When you cut them apart
you will cut between the ribbons
leaving each one fully encased
In plastic wrap.
In plastic wrap.
Here I am making a cut between the ties.
You start with the bottom one and
each person can cut off a gingerbread boy
to take along when they leave.
I hang them on a nail
hidden on top of the door jamb.
hidden on top of the door jamb.
I dressed the top
with some greenery and red balls.
with some greenery and red balls.
I love Gingerbread Boys, don't you?
Sometimes I feel sorry for them though.
Poor things.
pinterest image
The one on the right hears about like
MyHero does-especially when it comes
to trying to get a chore done!
Now- get in that kitchen and start baking!
As for me..
Well, I am trying not to BAKE
so that I don't EAT
Gingerbread Boys!
so that I don't EAT
Gingerbread Boys!
OH! And these are really cute with
SNOWFLAKE CUTOUTS
instead of
Gingerbread boys.
A clever idea!
ReplyDeleteI always enjoy your posts on this very unique Christmas idea!
ReplyDeleteLike you I always like to share a small gift with those who come to my house to visit. For years I've put out a small candle with a poem in a bag for others to take when they leave. But I do like your cleaver idea of the cut and take gingerbread men. I'm thinking this year might just be the time to make a change. Thanks so much for the great idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful idea. I love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat fun! I think this is a brilliant idea...and of course it came from you! Holiday hugs!
ReplyDeleteI have always loved your idea, Diana, these are too cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea...thxs for sharing
ReplyDeleteI love this idea! Thank you, Queenie!
ReplyDeleteVery cute idea! I do hope you enjoy this Christmas Season! I would rather come to your house and cut and run with a gingerbread boy that you already made LOL
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas...
Love, Roxy
That's a great idea Diana!!! They look so cute! Cut and run, ha ha, I love that!!! :)
ReplyDeleteSo cute! Have you baked up your batch yet?
ReplyDeleteLove that idea of 'cut and run'. Love the bells and the idea of early family horse bells. Neat.
ReplyDeleteGood one!
Sherry & jack
I was just thinking about this - I remember that from the last few years. I was trying to tell a friend, but now I will just send them your site. Hope you are resting.
ReplyDeleteMay your home be filled with Christmas songs, cakes, candies and all the love that this festive season brings.
ReplyDeleteI do love this cute idea and every time you post it I say I am going to do it! I haven't yet and won't this year either....my stupid arthritis is keeping me from baking much. But I will pin it again and hopefully do it next year.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute.
ReplyDeleteWHAT-A-GREAT-IDEA!!!!! How clever and generous! I'm saving this idea! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteMany thanks for sharing this idea …
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
What a cute idea!! Non-bakers could do this with a chocolate Santa perhaps! Love it!
ReplyDeleteThat's a wonderful idea! And it has variations, I'm seeing. I sometimes keep a treat dish on the hall table but it's not nearly so cute!
ReplyDeleteThat is a smart idea!
ReplyDeleteWhat a GREAT idea!!!! I will do this next year for my Christmas Tea! Thank you!
ReplyDeleteHi Diana,
ReplyDeleteI always love that you make the gingerbreads for your guest to take as they leave. That is really sweet. Hmmmm you have me thinking about next year's GF Party and maybe a parting gift like this. Might have to put you in charge of that! Love that the sleigh bells were on your father's horses. This is precious treasure you have of his. Have a great time off and Merry Christmas sweet friend.
Hugs,
Kris
Yes, I do remember seeing this last year but thank you for posting it again...I just love the idea! I hope to be able to do this one year soon! Thank you, Diana and Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable idea.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas
Such a novel idea; beautiful and sweet!
ReplyDeleteRegarding 'don't let the door' etc brings a memory that Mom said about me when I was really young. Someone knocked on the door, Mom said "Oh I hope that's not Mabel". I answered the door and said "Oh no, Mama said she sure did hope it wasn't you".
Not much baking yet, but I do have the "fixings" for several sweet treats and putting it off because I'm a sugar addict. :)
xoxo
I always enjoy your gingerbread men.. Thanks for sharing them again. Have a wonderful Christmas and all the best in the new year!
ReplyDeleteMERRY CHRISTMAS SWEET LADY! I do hope you have a fun AND relaxing holiday!!! Not too much celebrating on New Years eve!!
ReplyDeleteI love gingerbread
ReplyDeleteI remember you posting this before and I thought it was such a clever idea, Diana!! I even made gingerbread cookies, but your gingerbread boys are so darn cute. Thank you for sharing your idea, as it's such a great one! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteWhat an adorable idea! I love it.
ReplyDeleteHere from Harvest Lane Cottage.
I remember those gingerbread folks from last year! Great idea! Have a blessed and beautiful week ahead dear friend, HUGS!
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute idea!!!
ReplyDeleteLisa
Someday I will make that cute little cut and take. You might have to post it again next year as time is short this year!
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute idea! I'd probably walk in and catch one of my dogs dangling from it while the others cheered for a cookie! Lol! Merry Christmas!๐๐คถ๐ ๐ผ๐
ReplyDeleteThat is such a neat idea - I remember it from a previous post. Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy 2019 to all -
ReplyDeleteThis is such a “sweet” idea! I hope you have a Wonderful Christmas and a Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteHugs!
I must do this. The kiddos will enjoy them, maybe a little too cute! They may try to eat! Merry Christmas to you and yours.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea Diana, a beautiful way to bless your guests as they leave!
ReplyDeleteOh so clever! What a wonderful idea! Maybe next year...
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas my friend!!!
What a precious idea! I wouldn't be able to do it exactly like you though....Saran Wrap and I do NOT get along...EVER!!! Wishing you and yours a very MERRY CHRISTMAS and may God bless you with a wonderful New Year.
ReplyDeleteI truly love this idea. I might even do it one day! LOL!
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas!! xxxx
This is such a fantastic idea Diana! LOVE IT. Merry Christmas to you and your family. Hope you have a wonderful holiday. xo
ReplyDeleteI love this idea!
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