Plan A Holiday Gourmet Supper
December 16, 2008

Every cook loves the idea of pulling off a gourmet dinner, especially to celebrate a special holiday or event. But good intentions aren’t enough to pull off a really great holiday dinner. Doing this takes planning and of course, a little creativity. When you’re planning your gourmet meal you have to first take into account who ... Read More
Create a Yard Card
December 13, 2008

Text by P. Gerbrandt Decorating one’s house and yard for Christmas is a little like gift-wrapping – if it’s left till the last minute, it becomes a chore rather than an enjoyable part of your preparation. Worse, you can blow your budget and the resulting look might give away your lack of foresight. Planning your outdoor, seasonal ... Read More
Christmas Candle
December 12, 2008

Text by Nancy Goertzen Materials -plastic flower pot with a stand -dry floral sponge (for silk arrangements) -floral wire -ribbon (different sizes, color that goes with the rest of your choices, the larger ribbons need to have the wire in it, this way you can form the bow better) -Christmas picks (color of your choice) green pine Garland (for filler) -1 piece of ... Read More
Boxing Day Fun – Is it really worth the rush to get to the store?
December 12, 2008

Text by Sheila Kolesar The ads all state “Doors open at 9 AM sharp… Once a year clearance is on now…” Welcome to Boxing Day, the day of sales ‘you just can’t miss’ as stores try to clear out some of their excess wares that are still around after the Christmas rush. There are great deals ... Read More





