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Tips for Turning Store Bought Cookies into Holiday Treats Why does it feel like the holidays sneak up on me every single year? I have all good intentions of doing everything just right – the decorating, the lights, the tree, the gifts, the wrapping, the food, and the ever loving cookies. I make lists and cross things off, but no matter how organized… Read More
I recently watched this pretty incredible video of a man who handmade a translucent wooden shade by turning a stump of wood on a lathe. I was so impressed. I showed it to my husband and asked him if he could make one for me. I got the are you serious look. Ha, I didn’t think so, but wanted to check first. … Read More
I am 100% Irish, and that means that we celebrated St. Patrick’s Day growing up. It was a tradition to wear green, decorate with shamrocks, have toasted Irish soda bread for breakfast, and finish the day with a corned beef and cabbage dinner. Here is an easy little treat to help celebrate the day. Irish Cream Marshmallow Treats are a twist on the… Read More
Casual, comfortable and easy … those are the three words that describe my Thanksgiving table setting. I want it to be all about the important things like family, friends and the food and less about I’m afraid to wipe my mouth on this beautiful vintage embroidered napkin. Been there, done that, and I will do it again, because I can’t help myself. This time though … casual… Read More
Thanksgiving Favors: Peanut Butter Horse Chestnuts I know I have talked about the tradition of favors at our holiday table before. My mother-in-law always had them at her table, so it just seemed natural for me to carry on the tradition. It’s always one of my favorite things to plan and make, because it is like a little gift for… Read More
I went to an open house at a local wine and cheese shop called Sandy’s Provisions and this was one of the appetizers served. It was so delicious. I asked our host if she would share the recipe. She laughed as she told me how easy it was to make. Brie topped with mango chutney and bacon then heated in the microwave. … Read More
