August 2023

August 3, 2023

25 Years of Enchantment!

This month celebrates 25 years since the release of the third movie in our beloved series, The Swan Princess: The Mystery of the Enchanted Treasure (also known as The Mystery of the Enchanted Kingdom).

Download the coloring sheet and join the competition here!

This new adventure featured new characters and original songs, including "Because I Love Her".
The third swanderful story continues to bring magic to fans all over the world!

What better way to celebrate than a coloring contest!

Print our the coloring page above and decorate it however you like, or download it and color it digitally. Then send a picture of your creation to us at Odette@SwanPrincessSeries.com or tag us on social media @SwanPrincessOfficial.

We will announce the contest winner and prize in the next Chamberg! We can't wait to see your swanderful creations!

Keep reading for one of JeanBob's favorite recipes and an enchanting craft where you can make your own magic!

Remember to share your creations on social media using #SwanPrincessOfficial

Upside Down Plum Cake

JeanBob adores upside down cakes (and cupcakes, right side up cakes, any cakes really!) and he is sure that loads of his fans will enjoy this plum desert!

You can make this the night before and store in an air tight container ready to serve the following day.

For the Plums:

• 3/4 cup sugar

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

• 1/3 cup water

• 1 1/2 pounds medium plums (approx. 6), pitted and cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges

For the Cake:

• 1/2 cup crème fraîche

• 2/3 cup sugar

• 2 tsp pure vanilla extract

• 2 tablespoons whole milk

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp baking soda

• 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened

• 2 large eggs, beaten

To Serve:

• Whipped Cream or Ice Cream

Instructions:

1. Firstly, we need to prepare the plums. Preheat the oven to 350°.

2. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil without stirring.

3. Carefully cook over a high heat, washing down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush, until an amber-colored caramel forms for approx. 5 to 7 minutes.

4. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the butter. Immediately pour the caramel into a 9-inch (2 inches deep) metal cake pan.

5. Arrange the plum wedges in the caramel in concentric circles.

6. Now you can move onto the cake. Take a small bowl and whisk the crème fraîche together with the milk and vanilla.

7. In another larger bowl, mix the flour with the salt, sugar, baking soda and baking powder.

8. Beat in the butter until the mixture resembles moist crumbs, this should take around 30 seconds.

9. Beat in the eggs at until incorporated.

10. Beat the batter until light and fluffy, which should take around 1 minute.

11. Next, beat in the crème fraîche mixture until smooth (approx. 30 seconds).

12. Pour the batter over the plums and gently spread over in an even layer.

13. Bake the cake in the center of the oven for 55 to 60 minutes until it is slightly springy with a golden color.

14. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 30 minutes.

15. Invert the cake onto a serving plate.

16. Cut the cake and serve warm (or at room temperature if you prefer) with whipped cream and/or ice cream!

Happy Birthday to the scheming showman and trap aficionado Clavius! Clavius' birthday is in August which makes his zodiac sign a Leo and his birthstone the peridot.

Every Leo sees themselves as a celebrity starring in the movie that is their life. They are theatrical, dramatic, artistic, and creative. They crave the spotlight and, in Clavius' case, take it by any means necessary.

They are natural leaders who's energy draws in people from all walks of life. He craves to be the star and step out of Rothbart's shadow. He also picks Queen Uberta's birthday to enact his evil scheme, taking the focus from her as well, putting it straight back on himself.

Leos can be divas, they like all attention on them. This can bring out their ego; their pride and jealousy doesn't like when they are put in the background or ignored.

Despite their flamboyant nature Leos are loyal and consistent and put their whole heart into everything they do. Clavius' famous traps are so legendary because of his dedication and practice. He loves that reputation even more than the trap planning itself.

Leos are ambitious and determined, but most of all they are known for their bravery. Brave to stand up for their friendships, bravery to stand out from the crowd to be different, brave in their fashion choices, and brave in saying what they want out of life. For good or for bad.

We think this sounds just like Clavius!

The peridot is said to calm anger and is used to bring about a fresh start. When the peridot is set in gold, like in our heart locket, it is said to protect the wearer from bad dreams. This could certainly help Clavius with some of his anger issues!

Is your birthday in August or do you just like the color green?

Purchase your gemstone heart locket here!

Illuminated Magical Orbs

Make your own beautiful orb of magic with this colorful craft! You might make your own version of the forbidden arts or maybe be inspired by good magic and create a brightly colored spell ball! You could even use these to make your own planet!

You will need:

A tray or surface with edges that you can easily lift (e.g. an old baking tray)

Acrylic Paints

Ping Pong/Table Tennis Ball

Battery operated tea light

Instructions:

1. Take your tray of choice, covering it with baking paper or cling film if you are concerned about the paint.

2. Drizzle your paint in all of your favorite colors over the base of the tray. You can use multiple colors and choose all of your favorites.

3. Take the ball and place it in the tray.

4. Next, hold the sides of the tray and lift it slightly so that you can tilt it. Allowing the ball to roll all over the paint and be covered in color.

5. Set the ball to one side to dry.

6. Once dry, carefully make a hole in the ball that will allow the artifical flame of your tea light to fit through (the hole only needs to be on one side).

7. Place the ball over the flame and turn your light on and admire your new creation!

About The Swan Princess

The Swan Princess is based upon the folk tale and ballet, Swan Lake. The story is transformed into a playfully fun adventure with exciting music, lovable forest friends, and of course, the handsome Prince Derek. The Swan Princess, Odette, has stayed true to the original fairy tale princess with her kindness, grace, and loyalty.

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