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NATIONAL CANDY CANE DAY

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National Candy Cane Day on December 26th gives candy lovers a day to celebrate the red and white striped candies found abundantly during the holidays. 

In 1844, a recipe for a straight peppermint candy stick, which was white with colored stripes, was published. However, some stories tell of all-white candy sticks in much earlier times. Folklore tells of the origin of the candy cane, yet no documented proof of its real beginning. Literature begins mentioning the candy cane in 1866, and it was first known to be mentioned in connection with Christmas in 1874. As early as 1882, candy canes have been hung on Christmas trees.

Fun Candy Cane Facts:
  • The average candy cane is 5 inches tall.
  • While most candy canes are not sugar or calorie-free, they do not have any fat or cholesterol.
  • Striped red and white candy canes were first introduced in 1900.
  • The first machine to make candy canes were invented in 1921 by Brasher O. Westerfield. Until then, they were made by hand.
  • Bob McCormack and his brother-in-law & priest Gregory Keller brought the candy cane to the masses. What started out as candy making for McCormack’s friends and family turned into mass production when Keller invented the machine that enabled Bob’s Candies to go big time.
  • Traditionally the flavor for candy canes is peppermint, but there are a variety of flavors.
  • Alain Roby, Geneva pastry chef, holds the Guinness World Record for the longest candy cane, measuring 51 feet long.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalCandyCaneDay

Do you have candy cane traditions? Enjoy one from your stocking or pluck one from the tree. Share a candy cane with your sweetheart, neighbor or child in your life. However you celebrate, be sure use #NationalCandyCaneDay when posting on social media.

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Christmas Candy Canes Classic Red and White Peppermint Flavor for Holiday Family Indulgement – Bulk Candy Canes Individually Wrapped for Kids and Adults, Great Candy Cane Gift Set – 36 Pack
Brach's Red and White Peppermint Candy Canes, 12 ct #NationalCandyCaneDay
Brach’s Red and White Peppermint Candy Canes, 12 ct
SweeTarts Mini Holiday Candy Canes, Holiday Candy, Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids, 4.8 oz Box #NationalCandyCaneDay
SweeTarts Mini Holiday Candy Canes, Holiday Candy, Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids, 4.8 oz Box
Starburst, Skittles, and Airheads Candy Cane Mixed Pack 3s #NationalCandyCaneDay
Starburst, Skittles, and Airheads Candy Cane Mixed Pack 3s

NATIONAL GLAZED SPIRAL HAM DAY

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National Glazed Spiral Ham Day on April 15th each year celebrates an innovative and delicious food. This gourmet looking dish often found at a holiday feast, originated in the basement of Harry J. Hoenselaar.

In 1952, the Detroit, Michigan entrepreneur patented not only his spiral slicer but the ham glaze as well. His innovative device made it possible for the entire bone-in ham to be sliced in one continuous and even spiral. The result was not only perfect for baking but for serving, too. The resulting slices presented a beautiful main course meal. Then in 1957, Hoenselaar founded HoneyBaked Ham.

Since the patent expired in 1981, many companies offer glazed spiral hams. However, we continue to thank Harry J. Hoenselaar for making them a possibility.

A traditional glazed ham is baked with a glaze consisting of sugar, honey, or orange juice. Spices to taste are often added.

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HOW TO OBSERVE #GlazedSpiralHamDay

Pick up a glazed spiral ham and cook up a big meal. The leftovers will make amazing sandwiches, too!

Use #GlazedSpiralHamDay to post on social media.

Honey Glazed Spiral Sliced Gourmet Holiday Ham. 7.5-8.5 pounds. Serves 14-16.#GlazedSpiralHamDay
Honey Glazed Spiral Sliced Gourmet Holiday Ham. 7.5-8.5 pounds. Serves 14-16.
Omaha Steaks Spiral Sliced Ham + Seasoning (Spiral Sliced Ham and Omaha Steaks Seasoning)#GlazedSpiralHamDay
Omaha Steaks Spiral Sliced Ham + Seasoning (Spiral Sliced Ham and Omaha Steaks Seasoning)
Omaha Steaks Duroc Ham Dinner (2.5 Pound Duroc Ham, 32 oz. Family-Sized Smashed Red Potatoes, 20 oz. Steakhouse Creamed Corn, 13 oz. Green Beans in Butter Sauce, 6x Caramel Apple Tartlets, 4x Individual Baguettes with Garlic Butter) Serves 6 #GlazedSpiralHamDay
Omaha Steaks Duroc Ham Dinner (2.5 Pound Duroc Ham, 32 oz. Family-Sized
Fully Cooked Smoked Ham Meal from Kansas City Steaks#GlazedSpiralHamDay
Fully Cooked Smoked Ham Meal from Kansas City Steaks

NATIONAL EMBROIDERY MONTH

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National Embroidery Month in February recognizes the talented stitchers who turn needle and thread into an art form.

Since ancient times, humans have left their mark on textiles with colorful threads. Some created elaborate works of art woven into tapestries. Others made ceremonial attire for warriors, priests, and the betrothed.

Over time, embroidery retained its creative expression but also served a commercial purpose, too. Elegant monograms identified business logos cleanly and beautifully. Bold artwork stood out on jackets and caps.

And still, in the arts and crafts world, embroidery filled a niche of handmade items and artwork that commercial embroidery just doesn’t create. Two of the best embroidery skills celebrated together.

NATIONAL EMBROIDERY MONTH HISTORY

National Embroidery Month began in 1992 to promote commercial monogramming and embroidery. However, since then, the observance has spread to hobbyists, museum enthusiasts, and commercial endeavors.

HOW TO OBSERVE #NationalEmbroideryMonth

Celebrate National Embroidery Month by sharing your favorite embroidery items. If you embroider, then you are challenged to create a new piece to share. Find some new colorful threads and patterns to try and get creating! You can also:

  • Teach someone to embroider.
  • Take up embroidery for the first time.
  • Create a one-of-a-kind design.
  • Give a gift of embroidery
  • Thank someone who embroiders as a hobby or professionally.

Use #NationalEmbroideryMonth to share on social media.

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Brother SE700 Sewing and Embroidery Machine, Wireless LAN Connected, 135 Built-in Designs, 103 Built-in Stitches, Computerized, 4″ x 4″ Hoop Area, 3.7″ Touchscreen Display, 8 Included Feet, White
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ETSPIL 3 Pack Beginner Embroidery Kits for Adults DIY Starter Kit with 33 Stitch Techniques, Stamped Patterns, Embroidery Hoop, Colorful Threads, Tools, Step by Step Instructions & Video Tutorial
Paxcoo 124 Skeins Embroidery Floss Cross Stitch Thread with Needles#NationalEmbroideryMonth
Paxcoo 124 Skeins Embroidery Floss Cross Stitch Thread with Needles
Maydear 4 Pack Embroidery Starter Kit with Pattern, Stamped Cross Stitch Kits for Beginners Adults with Embroidery Hoop and Instructions, Hand Embroidery Kit (Embroidery kit flower2)#NationalEmbroideryMonth
Maydear 4 Pack Embroidery Starter Kit with Pattern, Stamped Cross Stitch Kits for Beginners Adults with Embroidery Hoop and Instructions, Hand Embroidery Kit (Embroidery kit flower2)