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Monthly Archives: September 2012
Pumpkin Risotto with Garlic Spinach
Several years ago, my book and supper club (ah, how I miss that!) always tried new recipes to fit the month’s theme. One autumn month, we made pumpkin risotto with garlic spinach, and it’s a meal I’ve never forgotten. I … Continue reading
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Purse and Desk Memo Holders
I can never find a sticky note when I need one. Probably because I “jot” everything into my phone or tablet now. It’s hard being green and paperless somedays. So today I’m showing you two ways to have a sticky … Continue reading
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Halloween Printer’s Tray
Having never made a printer’s tray before, I was a little intimidated when thinking about needing a coherent plan for each space. I needn’t have worried…this project turned out to be one of the most fun things I’ve created lately. … Continue reading
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Halloween Greetings
As the trees become more and more colorful, and the roadside stands full of apples and pumpkins pop up, I’ve been inspired to make Halloween cards…and because Stampin’ Up’s great “Spend $40, Get FREE Ribbon” promotion ends Sunday, 30September. If … Continue reading
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Refrigerator Bran Muffins
This recipe reminds me of my grandmother. She didn’t make these, but she did always have pancake batter ready-made in her refrigerator. I thought that was brilliant, since she could make me pancakes whenever I wanted. She was an art … Continue reading
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Coffee (and Caring) in a Card
I admit it…I love the convenience of Starbucks’ Via coffee packs, especially since Pumpkin Spice is now available. I wanted to design a card that I could slip a packet into, just as a little pick-me-up for one of my … Continue reading
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Never a Autumn Week Without Pumpkins!
I couldn’t let a week go by without some sort of pumpkin post, now could I? So I’m sharing the “recipe” for my favorite Pumpkin Chai Tea Latte. If you’re not a tea drinker, this would work with espresso or … Continue reading
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Jewelry from the Hardware Store
So these are probably the most frugal jewelry I have ever made. I spent $1.25 for 8 washers, then used the paper scraps and ribbons and such I already had at home. Oh, but if I give you one of … Continue reading
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Sometimes I Like Apples, Too
I’m really not ALL about pumpkins, despite evidence to the contrary on this blog! Apples say “Fall” to me, as well…they just don’t scream it like pumpkins do. An apple-themed menu seemed perfect for my book club meeting last week. … Continue reading
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Argyle Halloween Wreath
I don’t usually decorate for Halloween until the beginning of October, but I was so excited to see how this idea would work out in “real life” that I had to make it last weekend. To be honest, I even … Continue reading
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