My husband is awesome and yesterday (Thanksgiving Day) he helped me set up my drafting table. Note the Booga for scale he can not reach the top of the desk even on his tippy toes. I have a functioning printer (with ink!) and my scanner set up. I am so happy that I can set … Continue reading
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Black Friday–Me? No Thank You!
I always hear from people, “One of these days you (I) will break down and head out at midnight to brave the masses on Black Friday.” I always say, “you can’t pay me enough to do that (especially since Cyber Monday is Monday – lol).” I have done it! When I was in high school … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving!
Today is a day to reflect on what we are most thankful for (family and friends) and to remember those who are not with us this Holiday Season (we miss you everyday). Remember to hug, laugh and create memories today because once we are all gone that is all that is left. I would like … Continue reading
Happy Thanksgiving Banner
Andrea Currie did a fantastic Happy Thanksgiving Banner with acorns. My daughter is obsessed with acorns but I decided I wanted to do something a little more personal. So I decided to make handprint turkey banners with the kids (well one of the kids – the other screamed through it and tried to eat feathers.) … Continue reading
Homemade Thanksgiving Themed Trivets
According to Wikipedia: A trivet (pronounced /ˈtrɪvɨt/) is an object placed between a serving dish or bowl, and a dining table, usually to protect the table from heat damage. Since I will be hosting Thanksgiving Lunch/Dinner on Saturday I want to decorate the house in a “fall theme” (hence the vase and the still unfinished … Continue reading
Pumpkin-Cranberry Custard–Slow Pot Cooker
1 Can (30 ounces) Pumpkin Pie Filling 1 Can (12 ounces) Evaporated Milk 1 Cup Dried Cranberries 4 Eggs, Beaten 1 Cup Crushed or Whole Ginger Snap Cookies (Optional) Whipped Cream (Optional) SLOW COOKER DIRECTIONS: Combine pumpkin, evaporated milk, cranberries and eggs in slow cooker; mix well. Cover and cook on HIGH 4 to 4 … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Day Vase
So I finished the Thanksgiving Day Centerpiece for my spread yesterday. Granted it is no Lisa Simpson Masterpiece but I think my leaf inspired vase is something to be proud of. I am no Martha Stewart when it comes to the Holiday decorating I never have table pieces or anything fancy. I am a fan … Continue reading
Leaves, Leaves and More Leaves – W.I,P
I have been looking for maple leaves for about a week now so I could make Leaf Roses. You would think it would be an easy tree to find, not so much in Savannah. I found one tree in Forsyth Park last Saturday but there was no way I could reach the branches they were … Continue reading
Super Easy Homemade Cranberry Sauce – Early Tasty Tuesday!
Here is another early Turkey Day Staple in my house! Cranberry Sauce – NOT from a Can 1 Bag of Fresh Cranberries1 Jar of Red Currant Jelly Rinse Cranberries dump in a sauce pan over medium heat empty Red Currant Jelly over cranberries. Stir together until all berries split (about 10 – 15 minutes). Remove … Continue reading
Teacher Gifts for Wonderful Wednesdays
Well I have been working on Teacher Gifts for Wonderful Wednesday. This morning I was going to make bracelets then I decided to make bookmarks instead. The beaded ribbon bookmarks are pretty popular I have seen them in gift shops, book stores, Etsy, pretty much anywhere that you can think of. One thing that I … Continue reading
Who Are You Calling Crafty? 