So back in May I knew what I wanted to give my sister for her birthday. Something she could enjoy at work and something edible. I wanted to send her an Edible Arrangement. Holy Sheesh! Those things are expensive. Not that I don't love my sister, but I've got 4 sisters and didn't want them all to expect this as a gift. And they definitely weren't on the "stay at home mommy" budget list. So I searched Pinterest and found step by step directions on how to make my own. I found it HERE. And this is what mine turned out looking like
I was actually pretty impressed. Found my pot at the Dollar Store and went shopping for my fruit.
*Tips*
I couldn't find the kale leaves it called for. Mine were much smaller and more difficult to keep in place but I managed.
I already had the cookie cutters but mine were plastic. Metal ones would definitely work easier and faster, but I didn't see the point in spending the money when I already had some. The pineapple was by far the hardest and my counter tops, hands and clothes were covered in juice!
Because all the fruit was so juicy, the arrangement kept dripping everywhere. I put it in the freezer until I was ready to leave. (just about an hour) This worked until I made it to Aimee and then it was dripping again. Oh well! Nothing wrong with juicy fruit!
Aimee was surprised when we showed up at her work with her gift. She said her and her coworkers enjoyed the fruit!
So the next time you are looking for a unique gift and you've got a little time to spare (I think this small one took about an hour-that's while dealing with 2 kids too) then I suggest looking into making your own fruit bouquet!
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