Among one of the most favorite of traditions around the homestead is Christmas cards. The children and I eagerly await the mailman. Such enthusiasm when we are the one that gets to collect the days treasures.Christmas cards are a bother to some, but to me... they are a treasure. … [Read more...] about Christmas Cards
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Remembering Christmas…
I have had some requests from friends of things we have created and baked in Christmases pasts...here are some of our favorites with links to correspond.Christmas Breakfast Casserole3-D SnowflakesPaper StarsSnow Cream.... sigh, if only we had a lovely snow this year, like we did … [Read more...] about Remembering Christmas…
Tis the season…
As we inch closer to blessed Christmas each day, there are things that are traditions here at the homestead... things that are special to our family.cups of hot chocolate on cold wintry dayssnuggles and quilts while reading togethergames, oh the games that are played during this … [Read more...] about Tis the season…
How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Being that we are right upon 'the most wonderful time of the year'... my friend had a good idea and we decided that baking and decorating would be just right for our how-to class this week.We made up a batch of sugar cookies, which were probably the *best* I have ever tried.And … [Read more...] about How-To Class #2, Baking and Decorating 101
Christmas Crafting 2011
I am sure you have seen Martha's No Knit Scarf floating around the internet. Well, let me tell you... it was so much fun! I made one this morning while the kids were doing their independent lessons and it was a pleasure. Just like making those friendship bracelets that we used to … [Read more...] about Christmas Crafting 2011
