Monthly Archives: November 2012

Three Clever Christmas Ideas

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Megan

One of the most difficult parts of blogging, for me, is striking a balance between sharing ideas I think are ingenious and not sounding like a pompous know-it-all.  So I hope you know I don’t think I’m all that and … Continue reading →

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Ornament Stamped Coasters

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Megan

These coasters, another less-than-ten-minute craft, would make a fun hostess gift, don’t you think? To make them, I bought cork coasters in the plant department at Walmart.  They were less than a dollar each, and have a nice solid wood … Continue reading →

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The Last Christmas Card- Indigo Chevrons

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Megan

In my grand plan of blog posts, today is the last scheduled Christmas card post. Can you believe it?  And it’s not even December yet!  I wanted to give you time to order supplies if you fell in love with … Continue reading →

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Co-Hosting the CHQ Blog Hop

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Megan

I’m so excited to be co-hosting the CHQ Blog Hop today…I hope you’ll join in all the fun! Today, we have a special giveaway! Megan from Chaos Served Daily is our special co-host! Here’s a little about Megan! “I love … Continue reading →

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Countdown Calendar…and Stampin’ Up!

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Megan

I know, I know, you (think you) need no stamps or supplies.  BUT Stampin’ Up!’s Online Extravaganza ends Wednesday, and look at the cute Countdown Calendar I whipped up using the 25 & Counting set…which is 50% off! The clear … Continue reading →

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Jingle-Filled Joy

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Megan

As I wander the aisles at the craft store, I’m always tempted to buy a glass block to decorate. I’ve long loved the look of glass blocks, in the design of homes, and their appeal as a base for a … Continue reading →

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Count Your Blessings

Posted on November 22, 2012 by Megan

I hope you’re enjoying a blessed Thanksgiving with friends and family.  I find myself humming “Count Your Blessings,” one of my very favorite hymns, throughout this season of gratitude.  I know, it should be year-round, but I’m doing my best! … Continue reading →

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Soul-Warming Russian Tea

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Megan

I frequently find myself whisked back to my childhood as the holidays approach, with a whiff of cloves and oranges, or perhaps hearing a few notes of “Silver Bells,” my grandma’s favorite carol.  Russian Tea evokes memories of so many … Continue reading →

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Orange Cornmeal Sandies

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Megan

Although I’ve made these cookies dozens of times over the years, they always remind me of the fall when I first made them, about fifteen years ago.  My in-laws had come to visit us in upstate New York, and we … Continue reading →

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Christmas Card Monday-Ornament Keepsakes

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Megan

I admit, I resisted buying the Ornament Keepsake dies and stamps from the Stampin’ Up! Holiday catalog. But, I kept seeing great ideas using them and had to give up and order them. I’m really glad I did.  Look what … Continue reading →

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