Time to Turn the Page…
Another New Year is upon us… what will we do with it? Firelight will not let you read fine stories, but it’s warm and you won’t see the dust on the floor. –Irish… Read More
Monthly Archive: December, 2011
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A Homemade New Year’s Eve
When I entertain, I like to use homemade touches to create a unique party atmosphere. Plus, making holiday accessories at home can be much cheaper than buying them at the store! Here are… Read More
Resolutions at Home
The end of the year is just days away, and everyone is thinking about making resolutions. All I can think about are the projects and goals I let slip as this year wore… Read More
Cardinals Come to Dinner
I received this set of cardinal salt and pepper shakers as a gift this Christmas, and I’m thrilled to add them to my ever-growing collection. I can’t wait to plan a woodland-themed dinner… Read More
Quick Tip: How to Crack an Egg
A few months ago, I heard a wonderful tip that made me realize that I have been cracking eggs incorrectly my whole life. I wish I could remember where I heard the tip… Read More
Handmade Cork Coasters
Earlier this month, I learned about decoupage and collage from my good friend Megan. Ever since then, I have been stocking up on supplies and brainstorming ideas to create handmade coasters. I gave… Read More
Another Holiday Over
‘Twas the evening of Christmas, and all through La Maison, every creature was stirring: talking, eating, drinking, and having fun. A slew of jolly relatives were there, joking and bantering without a care.… Read More
White Chocolate Peppermint Chocolate Cookies
Whew! That title seems a little redundant, but these cookies are my very favorite Christmas sweets! The soft, chocolatey cookies are dipped in smooth, melted white chocolate and topped with crushed peppermint pieces.… Read More
White Chocolate Peppermint Marshmallows
To me, the flavor combination of white chocolate and peppermint is quintessentially Christmas. If the white chocolate and peppermint happen to top a gooey marshmallow or a soft, moist chocolate cookie…even better! Tonight… Read More
A Cup of … Spanish Mocha
Today I tried a new drink — Spanish mocha. As far as I can tell, it is a blend of coffee or coffee liqueur, chocolate, cinnamon and spices (possibly a hint of cayenne… Read More
A Few Words About Texture Paint…
I was looking at my blog, and I realized that it has been a long time since I posted anything about home improvement, so I decided to write a post on one of… Read More
Get Stamping Mad This Christmas!
Aren’t these large foam stamps cute? I picked up a few sets at the local dollar store earlier this month. Instead of an ink pad, I used acrylic craft paint in a variety… Read More
Re-purposing Recyclables: Cardboard
Ah, cardboard…there are so many wonderful uses for this material besides the obvious and seasonal Christmas gift box. Here are a few ways I like to recycle thin and thick cardboard at home… Read More
Why Am I Feeling Grinchy?
Usually, the Christmas season is one of my favorite times of year, but not in 2011. For some reason, I’m running frightfully behind in everything holiday this year, and I can’t seem to… Read More
Sushi Party a La Maison
I love to entertain and throw parties, so we usually host several during the year. I especially like parties where there is a game being played or when a host provides something to… Read More
A Different Sort of Cookie “Swap”
I am sure that many of you have heard of or even attended a “cookie swap” where friends bring several dozen cookies and the recipes to exchange with one another. Well, I had… Read More
