Monthly Archives: December 2011

What Is Going to Be Your Resolution and Why Do We Make Them?

We are a day away from a new year, putting the past behind us and starting fresh.  I wondered what the history of New Year’s resolution was and why we do this.   I love doing research and finding answers to … Continue reading

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Easy Fingerless Mittens and Yes I Made Them For a Boy!

Fingerless mittens seem to be the thing this year.  I was able to finish this pair in time for Christmas, once I got started they were easy and I only had to make one alteration when I was done.  I … Continue reading

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Easy To Make Old Fashion Popcorn Balls

Last night Stella had a sleepover at her friend Mateo’s.  Usually when Mateo sleeps over here we all make pizza together – so why would Mateo think that I would not come to his house and make pizza there for … Continue reading

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Another Felted Purse, But This Time with Beading!

I made this purse for a Christmas present for my sister, so had to wait to post it.  Whenever I see lime green it makes me think of her and when the woman wrapped the oil lamp I bought in … Continue reading

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Christmas Morning Sweet Potato Oatmeal Casserole

The presents are all opened and the trash and recycling has been brought outside, now is time to enjoy all the gifts – play, create, read and draw! The anticipation of Christmas Eve is over.  When I was a child … Continue reading

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The Last of the Cookies and the Bags are Ready to Go!

The last batch of cookies we made were oatmeal with holiday M &M’s – I figured with the oats they were not as bad as if we made another type of cookie.  The list of teachers has been made and … Continue reading

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Holy S*** – Christmas is Almost Here and I am Not Ready!

Stella has been counting down the days until Christmas , so as of this morning it is 3 days away – yikes!  I still have 2 presents that are not done.  I always think that I am going to be … Continue reading

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Cut Out Cookies – My Least Favorite

As Stella and me were deciding on what cookies to make as gifts – I was so hoping that she would not want the dreaded cut out cookies – but of course she did!  So after 2 days they are … Continue reading

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No Needles on the Floor Christmas Tree

I remember seeing these at the local craft fairs when I was little and I have been making them as gifts for many years.  They make a great center piece.  For small living spaces these can also take the place … Continue reading

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Decadence – Peanut Butter Bon Bons

These are a once a year indulgence!  We look forward to them along with others each Christmas time.  They are time consuming, but SO worth it! Peanut Butter Bon Bons Ingredients 1 2/3 cups graham cracker crumbs 2 cups confectioners … Continue reading

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