Smells like the holidays

Chris making a spiral

The holiday season is filled with traditions.  My family has a ton of them both small and large.  I decided to kick off this holiday season with a little something my family does around this time of year: cloved oranges. I picked this one to start because it is quick and easy and it makes your home smell of wonderful things. You only need two things: whole cloves (I got about a fourth of a cup and it was PLENTY we have tons left over) and oranges (I did about 3, but you can fill a bowl in the living room or make a centerpiece for the kitchen/dining room table, whatever you want). Pick a design, and stick the cloves into the oranges in that pattern. Think along the lines of cutting a pumpkin, but a bit easier. You can space the cloves out as much or as little as you want, but keep in mind that these are pretty strong smelling and the more cloves you use the stronger the smell will be. You also might want to use a tissue or paper towel when pushing the cloves in because they are sharp! Trust me, nothing will put you in the holiday spirit than sitting back and smelling these amazing cloved oranges.