Forgot a Gift? Peppermint Bark to the Rescue! (Mimi’s Fast Holiday Fix)

Forgot a Gift? Peppermint Bark to the Rescue! (Mimi’s Fast Holiday Fix)

Posted by Mimi on Dec 12th 2025

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Mimi loves making homemade gifts for the holidays — it’s one of her love languages. Whether it’s freeze-dried treats from her garden, little bags of cocoa toppers for the grandkids, or something special for neighbors, she always has a project going.

But this year?
Well… between the garden, the busy kitchen experiments, chasing after grandbabies, and trying to convince Apollo the Golden Retriever that ornaments are not tennis balls… Mimi fell a little behind.

Suddenly Christmas was here, the invitations were rolling in, and Mimi needed something quick, cute, and gift-ready — right now.

And that’s how this little gem of an idea was born…

Store-bought peppermint bark… upgraded the Mimi way.

No baking. No stress. Just a festive glow-up with a beautiful Stand-up Pouches to make it look boutique-worthy in seconds. These come in a variety of sizes and colors. 

Why This Last-Minute Gift Works

  • Peppermint bark is everywhere during Christmas week — no hunting required.

  • It already tastes amazing, and packaging it beautifully turns it into a curated treat.

  • PackFreshUSA Stand-Up Pouches give it that polished, professional look.

  • Perfect for office exchanges, neighbor gifts, teachers, coworkers, or any event you forgot was today.

How to Create the Gift (In Under 2 Minutes!)

  1. Grab a box of peppermint bark from any store.

  2. Break pieces into pretty shards (optional but cute).

  3. Fill a Small or Medium Stand-up PouchesPackFreshUSA Stand-up Pouch — the clear front shows off the festive colors.

  4. Add a ribbon or a simple tag:
    “Peppermint Bark — Made with Holiday Cheer!”

  5. Seal, smile, and gift. Crisis officially avoided.

Presentation Ideas

  • Bundle three small pouches with twine for a charming trio set.

  • Add a mini candy cane inside the pouch for extra flair.

  • Drop a pouch at each coworker’s desk to brighten their day.

  • Keep extras in your car — Mimi calls these her “Just-In-Case Christmas Miracles.”

Mimi’s Tip

For extra “homemade” sparkle, sprinkle a bit of crushed peppermint on top before sealing the pouch. It looks fresh and festive — and no one has to know you didn’t spend the whole afternoon making it.

Much love,

Mimi
(Adding sweetness, preparedness, and a whole lot of love to every season.)
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