Cinnamon Crafts
Cinnamon is not only easy to craft with, but it's a smell that reflects the
warmth and charm of a cozy winter home more than any other. These gifts can be
used as additions to baskets filled with homemade breads, muffins or
cookies. You can also package them alone
for small gifts to give teachers, friends and house guests.
Mulled Tea Bags
5 tsp. loose black tea
4 whole cloves
6 whole allspice berries
2 tsp. coarsely crushed cinnamon stick
1 tsp. grated orange rind
1/2 tsp. grated lemon rind
fine-mesh cheesecloth
Cotton string
Cut two five inch squares out of the cheese cloth. Place 1/2 of your tea
ingredients on one square, and the other 1/2 on the second one.
Bring the corners together and tie into a bag with the string. Place the
teabags into a mug, with these instructions:
To brew place one tea bag in a mug and 1 cup of boiling water. Steep 5
minutes and enjoy!
If you wish you can also include a small jar of honey, an antique spoon
(easily found at a thrift store), 2 cinnamon sticks for stirring and a novel to
enjoy reading while drinking.
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