Monthly Archives: December 2013

Best New Year Wishes Card

So here it is, almost the end of the year, and I have some really exciting (or at least life-altering) news…I’m going back to college full-time…to be a high school math teacher. Yep, it’s been twenty-five or so since I’ve … Continue reading

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Delightful December (Baker’s) Dozen

Here it is, practically Christmas, and I still have lots of projects I wanted to show again this year.  They’re favorites from the past (along with a few you might have missed this year), but still perfect for this season, … Continue reading

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Comfort and Joy Wall Words

Each year, I try to incorporate a new holiday decoration, and last year I bought 9” tall chipboard letters spelling out “Comfort and Joy.” I’d wanted to do this for a few years, but could never make up my mind … Continue reading

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No-Sew Printed Burlap Placemats

Look what I made this weekend…festive, simple burlap placemats for my winter table. But first, tell me I’m not alone in this…I go to the fabric store for one thing, and end up getting material to make at least three … Continue reading

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Kidcraft: Washi Christmas Tree Canvas

Yep, we’ve been trapped inside for another weekend while the hubs was off in an exotic locale on an exercise. So we crafted, of course! Specifically, we made Washi Christmas Tree Canvas decorations for their rooms. I found a fun … Continue reading

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Beef Stew with Pub Bread {& a Menu}

Oh my goodness…you would have thought two winters in Wisconsin would have prepared me for the cold this year, but that’s not the case.  It was a scramble to find hats and gloves for everyone the first day the highs … Continue reading

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Nativity Pallet Art

Look what I made: this simple, yet gorgeous Nativity Pallet Art! I love it…and I have to give it away. I designed and crafted this Nativity Pallet Art for a gift exchange at my Bible study group, but when I … Continue reading

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One Delicious Gift: Jezebel Sauce

I’ve blogged about Jezebel Sauce a couple of times before, but always as an appetizer, poured over cream cheese and snacked on with crackers. But, y’all…it makes a wonderful gift, as well, for your neighbors, for a hostess, or just … Continue reading

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Pecan, White Chocolate, & Cranberry Pie Bars

Shut the front door, y’all! These Pecan, White Chocolate, and Cranberry Pie Bars deserve to be made today, immediately, without delay!  I combined two of our favorites, classic pecan pie bars and a pecan, cranberry, and white chocolate tart, and, … Continue reading

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Washi Tape Votive Gifts

I’m sure you’ve seen the cute tealights wrapped with washi tape for various holidays…and if you haven’t, kudos for you for resisting the pull of Pinterest! I wanted to make some of the tealights, only partially to justify the growing … Continue reading

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