Finished this Christmas book and matching book blanket granny square. It's about the 6th of 16-18 books of a box I bought at an antique store very early in the year. I'll attach it to the blanket soon.
Two of the kiddos who received the 24 day advent gift bags, have been in touch, and so far have really enjoyed them (and found it fun and love the "useable" theme I tried to adhere to). One kiddo I have not heard one iota from. Not even a thank you. One loved the hand crocheted dust cloth (as it is reusable and saves them money), while one was ecstatic about the tiny sample jam jars we included.
The Christmas Spice Extract I "brewed" up was ready to strain and bottle. Just a few lucky ones will be receiving it to try this Christmas season. I was able to bottle this up early December, but have not tried it yet.
The had-it-on-the-plan, but did not happen. Yet.
Homemade Seasoned Salt for another quick and easy gift idea. My Mom loved this stuff. I plan to write the recipe to gift with a jar of this mix, and also write an additional recipe card for a recipe that uses the homemade seasoned salt.
Remember I made homemade fruit cake this year? Well, we froze the other loaf, and we will be pulling it from the freezer. Not many to share it with this year, but we both feel it is the best ever! According to my Aunt's notes, it is the best, and my cousin said she used brandy over it. I won't have time this Christmas, nor the energy ha ha! But! I am adding this to the recipe gift ideas for Christmas of 2026. Definitely a keeper recipe, but very very unhealthy, ha ha ha!
Crocheted throw and hand crocheted Christmas ornament were shipped and delivered.
Christmas cards finally made their way out of the house. First time in several years, but in a limited amount. I have already started noting ideas for Christmas 2026 (you would too, if your Christmas was spent like ours). It will be an exciting new year, as we also welcome another new grandbaby.
There may, or may not be "Christmas" cookies this year. It may happen later, and it may not. All depends on if there is a need, but right now it will not happen so I can rest and recoup my health.
I have begun a list of what worked for Christmas this year, what didn't and what I learned.
ReplyDeleteWishing you and your a very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy New Year.
Thank you Anne in the kitchen
DeleteWhat a pretty throw! Merry Christmas
ReplyDeletethank you Far Side of Fifty
DeleteYou've made and gifted some very special items that comes from your heart! Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteDebby, a bit late, but Merry Christmas to you too.
DeleteMerry Christmas to you too. I really enjoy your blog! Take care.
ReplyDeleteThank you diane in norther wis, Merry Christmas to you too.
DeleteI am so impressed with your energy level! I'm thinking the advent gifts would be fun for my grandkids. But knowing me, I'd better start on them now, lol.
ReplyDeleteLeigh, I highly suggest starting early on the advent gifts. It gives you much more time to handmade or be more creative. Thanks.
DeleteSooo, where's the fruitcake recipe and the 3 bean crockpot soup??? Need or you can email them. Thanks and a most Happy New Year ahead for you and the family. Mary in Georgia
ReplyDeleteMother Em, oh my goodness, I forgot the recipes. I'll make sure I still have your email and get them out as soon as I can. I think I scanned my Aunt's recipe, but if not I will get that done for you soon. Happy New year to you too. If not, I will get them post up.
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