Never one to shy from the spotlight, G-ma enjoyed every moment thoroughly…she spent the day shaking with laughter and even shed a few joyful tears.
For me, besides the fun of watching her in the spotlight, I absolutely loved planning the thing. My mother, cousins and I spent most of the previous day making pink tissue pom poms (possibly one of the cheapest, prettiest and most impactful decorations ever), baking cupcakes, arranging flowers, and, best of all making easy pink marshmallow pops.
I’d first read about these on Hostess with the Mostess, one of the best entertaining blogs ever! These pops are so easy to create but look absolutely adorable arranged in a vase or standing in a block of foam. They’re quite tasty too! They lend themselves well to the pink decor but could easily be switched up to suite any color scheme. I have a feeling these will be a party staple for me moving forward.
Have you ever created a fun party theme that you just loved coming up with? What was it?
Also, I want to wish everyone a safe, restful and very happy New Year!
Marshmallow Pops
Makes about 40 pops
Lollipop sticks (available at craft and candy stores)
1 bag large marshmallows
1 bag white chocolate melting disks (available at craft and candy stores)
1 jar white non-pariel candies
M&M candies in the color of your choice
few drops of food coloring in the color of your choice
1 block of foam (available at craft stores or just use a block of packing foam like the kind that comes in appliance boxes)
Use one lollipop stick or a small screw of a similar size to boar holes in the foam. This will be used as a base to hold your lollipops upright as they dry.
Push lollipop sticks into the marshmallows so that they’re about 2/3 of the way through the mallow. Set aside. Melt the white chocolate according to package directions in the microwave or in a double-boiler on the stovetop. When the candy is just melted enough to be smooth, stir in food coloring one drop at a time until you achieve the color you’re looking for.
To decorate the marshmallows, dip the top 1/4th of each marshmallow into the white chocolate. Turn upright and shake white non-pariels onto the chocolate to evenly cover (this is best done over a rimmed pan or baking dish so that the excess candies are contained). Then, place a single M&M (“m” side down) onto the top of the pop. Stick the finished pop into the foam based and repeat with remaining pops. Leave the pops to dry for at least 2 hours or overnight.
To serve, arrange like flowers in small bud vases or juice glasses, or place a piece of floral foam in a small, square dish and insert the lollipops in even rows. Cover the foam with extra candies or floral moss for a finished look.
This is such a good idea! Will definitely do this one day. š Thanks for the great idea.
This is such a good idea! Will definitely do this one day. š Thanks for the great idea.
first of all I love the way you talk about your G-ma. your words are so touching, she looks so lovely and I would never have guessed she is 90 year old. tell her from me she looks way younger !!and this recipe is so wonderful. thanks for sharing. I already have in mind many occasions to use it . first of all for my niece CELIA birthday party, she will be swwon.merci so much and happy new year to you and your loved ones.sabine
first of all I love the way you talk about your G-ma. your words are so touching, she looks so lovely and I would never have guessed she is 90 year old. tell her from me she looks way younger !!and this recipe is so wonderful. thanks for sharing. I already have in mind many occasions to use it . first of all for my niece CELIA birthday party, she will be swwon.merci so much and happy new year to you and your loved ones.sabine
Your grandmother sounds like an awesome lady! Happy belated birthday to her. These marshmallow pops are such a fun idea!
Your grandmother sounds like an awesome lady! Happy belated birthday to her. These marshmallow pops are such a fun idea!
Happy New Year, Rebecca!Thank you for your comment on my post. Please know that I feel the same way about you and your blog and feel so fortunate that I had the chance to meet you at Tru!Your grandma sounds like such an amazing woman. I love the fact that she has a crush on Will Smith š Happy belated birthday to her! Those marshmallow pops look amazing — they used to be one of my favorite treats but I admit I haven't had a marshmallow in a few years! It may be time to bring them back.Enjoy your holiday festivities!
Happy New Year, Rebecca!Thank you for your comment on my post. Please know that I feel the same way about you and your blog and feel so fortunate that I had the chance to meet you at Tru!Your grandma sounds like such an amazing woman. I love the fact that she has a crush on Will Smith š Happy belated birthday to her! Those marshmallow pops look amazing — they used to be one of my favorite treats but I admit I haven't had a marshmallow in a few years! It may be time to bring them back.Enjoy your holiday festivities!
What a cute idea Rebecca, but best of all is the special day that you got to spend with yourG-ma! She sounds wonderful. Lucky you to have her in your life! Happy Birthday G-ma!
What a cute idea Rebecca, but best of all is the special day that you got to spend with yourG-ma! She sounds wonderful. Lucky you to have her in your life! Happy Birthday G-ma!
love these treats, great idea…GRANDMA's ROCK!..mine was one in a million as well…right up 'till 108 yrs old
love these treats, great idea…GRANDMA's ROCK!..mine was one in a million as well…right up 'till 108 yrs old
How cute! Your grandmother must have loved these :). Wishing you a fab 2010 š
How cute! Your grandmother must have loved these :). Wishing you a fab 2010 š
This is too cute! You're g-ma is the BEST! I can't wait until you get a bedroom for her so I can bring over my ironing. Maybe I should get a second bedroom for her… š
This is too cute! You're g-ma is the BEST! I can't wait until you get a bedroom for her so I can bring over my ironing. Maybe I should get a second bedroom for her… š