COOKIE GIFTS

COOKIE GIFTS

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Part of Christmas at my house is the joy of Christmas baking. I have such wonderful memories of baking with my mother, my daughter, and so many friends. You bake, you eat, you laugh, and you feel the true meaning of friendship and Christmas. It is not only the...
PUMPKIN PRESENTATION

PUMPKIN PRESENTATION

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Create a delightful fall display using pumpkins as pedestal cake stands. Paint artificial or real pumpkins in your favorite color scheme with several shades of chalk paint. Top pumpkins with serving plates, add smaller painted pumpkins with tall and graceful...
ELEGANT PUMPKINS

ELEGANT PUMPKINS

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You only need a few supplies and a little time to add a bit of elegance to your fall décor. These beautiful pumpkins are crafted from simple craft store pumpkins, clay molds, paint, and finishing wax. They are fun to create, and the results are amazing. This is most...
GARDEN GLORY

GARDEN GLORY

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A summer evening in Mississippi is the most wonderful time to enjoy dining in the garden. All of the senses are awakened with the beauty of the lush greenery and flowers, birds everywhere, a delicious meal, and the pleasures of sharing it all with a few special...
LEMON FREEZE

LEMON FREEZE

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Lemon Freeze 1 stick margarine plus 2 tablespoons, divided 1 cup finely chopped pecans 1½ cups finely crumbled vanilla wafers 6 tablespoons cornstarch 1½ cups sugar ½ teaspoon salt 1¼ cups water 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon rind Few drops yellow food coloring...
CHERUBS AND HEARTS

CHERUBS AND HEARTS

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On February 14, people enjoy exchanging cards, candy, or flowers with their “valentines.” Cupid is portrayed on Valentine’s Day cards as a cherub sending arrows of love, but the Roman God Cupid actually began in Greek mythology as the Greek god of love, Eros. Hearts...