Estella’s Top Pins for this Holiday Season

Thanksgiving is a great opportunity to explore wonderful arts and crafts ideas with your little ones. It is a fun, versatile activity that can showcase the creative sides of your children, while also making for some quality bonding time. We suggest something simple, and love the interactivity of these “hand turkeys”. Promote the festivities this thanksgiving the Estella way and give this one a try!

Caramel Glazed Apple Bread. Not only is Thanksgiving a time for indulgence, we love the idea that it can be an amazing time to play with new recipes! Don’t be afraid to step away from thanksgiving staples like cranberry sauce. This mouthwatering recipe is surprisingly easy! We won’t give you the full details because discovery is half the fun! However, here’s what you’ll need:

1 1/2 cups shredded peeled baking apples (2 large), 1 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1/2 cup vegetable oil, 4 eggs, lightly beaten, 3 cups AP flour, 1/2 cup chopped pecans, 2 teaspoons baking soda, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg.

For the Glaze you can use:  2 tablespoons butter or margarine, 1/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted

A delicious treat awaits you!

We can’t say enough about décor this Thanksgiving. Too many families pour hours into the preparation and neglect the presentation! Simplify your meal, and take the extra time to spruce up your dining space. You and your whole family will be happy you did! Fall colors and artful touches will help make it a Thanksgiving to remember! [See More]

Thanksgiving is definitely a time to find inspiration from the season itself. The outdoors have plenty to offer, but now more than ever, it is a wonderful chance for your family and yourself to relish the beauty of autumn and reflect on the things that matter the most. Enjoy the peaceful season’s natural beauty by making sure you stop to take everything in. Happy Thanksgiving, from Estella.[See More]