The winter time is best for Christmas, hot chocolates and snow ball fights but on the days where the snow can become a little too much I have some activities that you can do inside as a family to keep the ball rolling!
DIY Snowflakes
- Step 1: Start With a Square. First, begin with a square piece of copy paper. ...
- Step 2: Fold in Half Diagonally. Fold the square of paper diagonally to make a triangle. ...
- Step 3: Fold in Half Again. ...
- Step 4: Fold One Third. ...
- Step 5: Fold Again. ...
- Step 6: Cut the "top" Off at an Angle. ...
- Step 7: Shape It! ...
- Step 8: Unfold to Reveal
Inside Snowman. Yes I said it! And parents don't worry because this will not leave puddles all over the house. baking soda and shampoo
SNOW -TOPPED HOLIDAY SUGAR COOKIES
REHEAToven to 350º F. Sprinkle flour onto work surface.
ROLL dough to 1/4-inch thickness, using additional flour as needed to prevent sticking. Cut with 2 1/2-inch cookie cutters. Place 1 inch apart on ungreased baking sheets. Repeat with trimmings.
BAKE for 8 to 9 minutes or until light golden brown around edges. (Smaller cutters and sharp edges tend to produce darker cookies.) Cool for 2 minutes; remove to wire racks to cool completely. Decorate with icing as desired. Sprinkle with assorted toppings. Store in tightly covered container.
FOR EASY COOKIE ICING:
COMBINE2 cups sifted powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract in small bowl. Stir in additional milk, a teaspoon at a time, until desired consistency. For colored icing, tint with food coloring. Recipe can easily be doubled. Makes about 2/3 cup.