Photo and recipe by Elana’s Pantry Ahh, Nutella. Once people try this chocolate hazelnut spread for the first time, they just can’t stop singing its praises. What used to be a fancy European treat is now on the shelves of almost all supermarkets, and we’ve found endless ways to eat it! While nothing will replace the perfect, smooth version from a jar, there are many home cooks who have tried to replicate this spread, with [...]

Photo and instructions courtesy of Design*Sponge Who says you need to keep the party indoors? With Spring blowing its way in, it’s time to pack up your lunches and blankets and head outside for a picnic in the park! This cute and vintage-looking picnic pack can easily carry everything you need for a picnic for two, and can be made entirely from a purse and belts from a thrift shop! This project is probably not [...]

Photo courtesy of Pig Pig’s Corner Nothing says Superbowl season better than a big pile of warm BBQ ribs! These morsels make great finger food, while still being tender enough to fall off the bone when you dig in. Instead of using a traditional barbecue sauce, this recipe calls for Asian flavors that are sweet, spicy, and amazingly fragrant to stand up to the smoky, charred meat. The best part about it is that you [...]

Photo and directions courtesy of Design*Sponge Here’s a last minute idea for wrapping your gifts or cards that will add that extra touch! You can easily crank out dozens of these log slice buttons if you have a saw and drill handy. We think they’d also look adorable on clothing or accessories, for a nice organic touch. Materials logs drill with small bit chop saw (or saw with mitre box) safety goggles and dust mask [...]

The stores are brimming with cardboard hearts and chocolate assortments, reminding us all that Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Whether you’re planning a special occasion with your sweetheart or reminding yourself how fabulous it is to be single, why not plan a gift exchange to maximize the fun! A Valentine’s swap can be as fancy or casual as you like it, and it’ll be sure to put you out of any post-holiday season [...]

Photo and recipe courtesy of Alpha Mom Remember these Hotchocspoons we mentioned a few weeks ago? We recently stumbled across a homemade version that seemed too scrumptious to keep to ourselves! If the $4 price tag seems too steep or you want to try making your own wacky flavors, here’s the alternative! Stir them into steamed milk for a delicious drink, or into hot chocolate for an extra rich treat. They’re easy to make and [...]

Now that your Secret Santa exchange is successfully set up, it’s time to find the perfect gift for the Elf you drew! Ask your person anonymous questions to learn more about her/his interest, and use the answers to find the perfect gift thanks to Gifts.com’s personality profiler! Is your Elf a teenage girl or a middle aged man? Would she/he rather go fishing or shopping? Once you’re done answering these questions, the personality profiler will [...]

Here is a great interview about how a young man wants to do more with less. I have complete faith that this man is President someday. I, too, wish that the President will be my homeboy.

We are seeking an Elf that wants to get busy in our digital workshop! Do you know anybody that likes to have fun and make cool stuff? Please pass it on! SOFTWARE ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP at ELFSTER: Part time or full time. LOCATION:  Telecommute & Company Headquarters, Jack London Square, Oakland, CA INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION: The software engineer intern will be immersed in a world of professional development working directly with seasoned engineers. You will have an [...]

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