Guest Picks: Hot Chocolate Station Fixings
Treat family and guests to a fix of cocoa in a festive mug, accompanied by sweet somethings, from a well-stocked kitchen station
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Get in the holiday spirit and set up a DIY hot chocolate bar where friends and family can help themselves to the good stuff. From festive mugs to tasty toppings and treats, you'll find everything you need to stage your hot cocoa station right here. — Elaina from Fun Finds for Mom
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| Hot chocolate bars are a big trend this season. Who wouldn't want a cocoa station like this one? |
by Crate&Barrel
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Every year I buy two of Crate & Barrel's children's holiday mugs at their Day After Christmas Sale. They change the design every year, so I now have a fun eclectic collection. I also like the size of the mugs, as the kids get just the right amount of hot cocoa.
by Pottery Barn
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If you're having a big party, keep plenty of mugs on hand with this mug tree stand. If your hot cocoa station is just for the family, search "mug tree" on Etsy, and you can probably find a vintage stand that holds six cups. I got one at a garage sale and spray-painted it white.
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This electric kettle boils two cups of water in two minutes, so you can prepare hot cocoa in a snap.
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Dress up your everyday mugs with these knit sweater mug cozies. They're made in Ireland by a woman who knits the cozies and her husband who makes the buttons.
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Make a plate of cookies to nibble with your cocoa, or cheat a little and order a batch of these sweet little gents.
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Stock your station with munchies like cookies and clementines on this three-tiered tray.
by Save-on-crafts
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Fill apothecary jars with marshmallows, cocoa and candy canes.
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If you want a fresh alternative to apothecary jars, try these vintage-inspired cracker jars. I like that the lids screw on tightly to keep the goodies fresh (and to make it a little harder for grabby hands to get into).
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Target's holiday decor items this year are amazing. I love this whole line of Christmas Sweater bowls, trays and plates.
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Fill a jar with these old-fashioned peppermint sticks. They're tasty with chocolate, and they look festive too.
by Paige Russell
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Tuck in some modern holiday collectibles like these little wooden Christmas trees.
by Paper Source
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Tie a chalk tag onto each of the goodie jars to label the contents.
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Peppermint flag stir sticks add a festive touch.
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Lack counter space for a hot chocolate station? How about making up a hot cocoa cart? This one is perfect for indoor-outdoor use.
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Tired of doing dishes? Stock your cocoa bar with these great-looking paper cups.
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Throw a table runner over a table or countertop to set the stage for your hot chocolate area. I like the chevron and peppermint stripe patterns from this Etsy shop.
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I'll take any excuse to put up a festive garland.
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Upgrade your cocoa with this unbelievably delicious hot chocolate from Williams-Sonoma. It's actually real Guittard chocolate shavings — no powder here!
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| How cool is this bold deer graphic? I'd almost hate to cover it with treats. |
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A hot chocolate bar is a great excuse to upgrade your mugs, especially if you're entertaining — nobody wants to drink out of stained coffee mugs. I like these with a letter on one side and an image on the other.
I bought a set of plain white mugs at a rummage sale and craft supplies to stencil on letters or numbers. One of these days I'll get to it.
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I bought a set of plain white mugs at a rummage sale and craft supplies to stencil on letters or numbers. One of these days I'll get to it.
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Ideabook published on Dec. 20, 2012.
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By the way, try Stephens Candy Cane hot chocolate mix. It is great and only available this time of year.