2 tsp Allspice Berries 4 Cinnamon Sticks 1/4 c Orange Peel (dried or fresh) 1/4 c Apple Pieces (dried or fresh) 1/4 c Cranberries (dried or fresh) Dry Mix: Mix all ingredients and place in air tight container till ready to use. Fresh Mix: Mix […]

Lemon/Cucumber 10 cups of water 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 1 lemon, thinly sliced 1/4 cup fresh finely chopped basil leaf 1/3 of finely chopped fresh mint leaves. Mix in a pitcher and leave in the refrigerator overnight before serving. Strawberry/Lime 10 cups of water 6 […]

Victorians hung spiced pomander balls throughout their homes and on their Christmas trees. Here’s how to make them: Spiced Pomander – a Victorian Christmas decoration. Apple or orange Whole cloves Ground cinnamon Orris root (optional) Ribbon or other trim Pins Adhesive tape or a thimble […]