quick easy cute fun: projects for paper crafters
My dad always looked up to his cousin C.L., so much so that he even followed him into the Navy. So when C.L.’s 85th birthday came along, it was only fitting that the family put back out to sea to celebrate. Actually, it was a double celebration because C.L.’s son was also celebrating a milestone. . .[Read More]
One of my Occasions Mini Blog Hop projects was this retro percolator. (Click on image once to enlarge. To zoom in further, click again.) A Big Shot creation using the new Stampin’ Up! Mini Milk Carton die by Sizzix, the treat holder was inspired by the old percolator my grandparents had when I was little. I loved. . .[Read More]
Christmas with Dickens has been a treasured possession in our family’s home since it was bestowed upon my father by a young colleague. Guided by the small, gold-embossed tome by Charles Dickens’ great-grandson Cedrick Charles Dickens,
Few people bear an affection for the work of Charles Dickens as heartfelt as my father’s. Thus, it was with special interest that he listened to the tale of a young man who came belatedly to the company Christmas party some years ago. Arriving at the venue just as dinner was to be served, the young man took the. . .[Read More]
On short notice, my mother and I had the opportunity to put together a luncheon honoring Meijie, David’s bride. We cased the tea room and the florist for our color scheme. Now what to make for table decorations? When time is short, but the end result needs to be just right, there’s only one thing. . .[Read More]
After returning from David & Meijie’s reception in California, I learned from Mrs. T (David’s mother) that the happy couple would come back to Texas for a few days before heading home. One call to MuMu and it was settled. A ladies luncheon honoring Meijie was clearly in order. The venue: the beloved tea room where MuMu, Mrs. T and Mrs.. . .[Read More]
Recently, Stampin’ Up! began offering French and Spanish versions of certain sets. Since my elder niece has been studing French, I decided to get En Ovale instead of Only Ovals. After all, what doesn’t sound just a little bit better in French?
Looking for some new recipes for your big holiday dinner this year? Try some of the ones featured on my Thanksgiving Mini Menu Board–and check out the recipe card for each dish below: Brown Sugar & Molasses Crusted Ham (scrapped with Autumn Days) [cooking tips post] Easy Corn Relish (scrapped with Wanted and an InkPaperStamps. . .[Read More]
--Holly & The Dog
