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“Holiday Ideas”2004

Compiled by:Theresa G. Howard

County Extension Agentfor Family & Consumer Sciences

Harlan County

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Table Of Contents Page # Glass Block Lights............................................................................................................... 1

Snowman Hat & Scarf ......................................................................................................... 2

Snowman Pins ..................................................................................................................... 3

Snowman Gift Sack ............................................................................................................. 4

Snowman Doily Gift Bag .................................................................................................... 5

Snowman Shovel .......................................................................................................... 6 & 7

Christmas Candy Wraps ...................................................................................................... 7

Frosty Gift Bag .................................................................................................................... 8

Pattern for Frosty Gift Bag ........................................................................................ 9

Twiggy the Snowman Wreath ........................................................................................... 10

Snowman Candy Dish .............................................................................................. 11 & 12

Stack-A-Snowman............................................................................................................. 12

Paper Bag Angel ................................................................................................. 13, 14 & 15

Cute Cracker Holder .......................................................................................................... 15

S’More Snowman Soup with Snowman Lid Ornament .................................................... 16

Turkey Pilgrim Favors....................................................................................................... 17

Patterns for Turkey Pilgrim Favors ........................................................................ 18

Tealight Angel & Snowman .............................................................................................. 19

Patterns for Tealight Snowman .............................................................................. 18

Kitchen Helper................................................................................................................... 20

Santa Patio Paver ............................................................................................................... 21

Patterns for Santa Paver.......................................................................................... 22

Salt Shaker Angel & Snowman ................................................................................ 23 & 24

Pattern for Salt Shaker Snowman ............................................................................ 22

Ice Cube Snowman ............................................................................................................ 24

Fleece Scarves ................................................................................................................... 24

Glass Bowl Santa...................................................................................................... 25 & 26

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Gingerbread Spice Can ............................................................................................. 27 & 28

Santa Bag ........................................................................................................................... 28

Patterns for Santa Bag ............................................................................................ 29

Candy Sundae .................................................................................................................... 30

Bath Sundae ....................................................................................................................... 30

Reindeer Chocolate Bar Wrapper...................................................................................... 31

Patterns for Reindeer Chocolate Bar Wrapper ........................................................ 32

Santa Chocolate Bar Wrapper ........................................................................................... 33

Patterns for Santa Chocolate Bar Wrapper.............................................................. 32

Gingerbread Chip & Dip Centerpiece ............................................................................... 34

Patterns for Gingerbread Chip & Dip Centerpiece.................................................. 35

Snowman Can.................................................................................................................... 36

Patterns for Snowman Can ...................................................................................... 35

Mr. & Mrs. Snowman Ornaments .................................................................................... 36

Frosty Frames .................................................................................................................... 37

Skinny Stick Ornament ..................................................................................................... 38

Toasty Foot Friends ........................................................................................................... 39

Snowfellow Sweatshirt ...................................................................................................... 40

Dapper Snowman Centerpiece .......................................................................................... 41

Make A Picture Pebble ...................................................................................................... 42

Stuffed Snowman Pin ........................................................................................................ 43

Pill Box Treasures.............................................................................................................. 44

Snowman Seeds ................................................................................................................. 45

Fleece Purse ....................................................................................................................... 46

Beaded Wire Napkin Rings ............................................................................................... 46

Paper Mache Snowman ........................................................................................... 47 & 48

Paper Reindeer................................................................................................................... 48

S’More Snowman Domino Ornament ............................................................................... 49

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Bad Day Box...................................................................................................................... 49

Wire Wrapped Angel......................................................................................................... 50

Gift Tag Snowman............................................................................................................. 50

Domino Necklace .............................................................................................................. 51

Gift Card Poem ................................................................................................................. 51

Candy Kiss Mice................................................................................................................ 52

Pattern for Candy Kiss Mice.................................................................................... 53

Snowflake Ornament ........................................................................................................ 52

Patterns for Snowflake Ornament ........................................................................... 53

Ivy Bowl Lantern............................................................................................................... 54

Apple Vanilla Simmer Scent ............................................................................................ 54

Snowman Cheese Dome .................................................................................................... 55

Patterns for Snowman Cheese Dome ..................................................................... 56

Rag Pumpkins.................................................................................................................... 55

Fancy Ornament Hangers .................................................................................................. 57

Gum Wrappers................................................................................................................... 57

Patterns for Gum Wrappers ........................................................................... 56 & 18

Snowman Gift Box ............................................................................................................ 58

Patterns for Snowman Gift Box .............................................................................. 59

Toothpick Ornament.......................................................................................................... 59

CD Angel ........................................................................................................................... 59

3-D Paper Snowflakes ............................................................................................. 60 & 61

Notes .................................................................................................................................. 62

Recipes

Turkey Potluck Casserole .................................................................................................. 63

Crockpot Easy Beef Stew .................................................................................................. 63

Low Calorie Chicken ........................................................................................................ 64

Low-Fat Creamy Broccoli Soup........................................................................................ 64

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Chicken Supreme............................................................................................................... 65

Pretzel Salad ...................................................................................................................... 65

Kid’s Party Mix ................................................................................................................. 65

Amazing Cheese Ball ....................................................................................................... 66

Crab ‘N’ Shrimp Dip ........................................................................................................ 66

Artichoke Cheese Dip........................................................................................................ 66

Christmas Date Nut Bread ................................................................................................. 67

Pumpkin Cobbler ............................................................................................................... 67

Confetti Party Mix ............................................................................................................. 68

Chocolate Pizzas................................................................................................................ 68

Pizza Pockets ..................................................................................................................... 69

Crockpot Peach Crisp ........................................................................................................ 69

Cherry Delights.................................................................................................................. 69

Pumpkin Whoopie Pies...................................................................................................... 70

Quick & Easy Yeast Rolls ................................................................................................ 70

No-Bake Peanut Chew Cake ............................................................................................. 71

Éclair Cake (No Bake)....................................................................................................... 71

Bacon Chestnuts ................................................................................................................ 71

Peanut Butter Apple Dessert ............................................................................................. 72

Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark................................................................................................. 72

Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer ........................................................................................ 73

Baked Fruit Dip ................................................................................................................. 73

Delmonico Potatoes ........................................................................................................... 73

Sweet Potato Casserole...................................................................................................... 74

Carrot Souffle .................................................................................................................... 74

Cheesecake Topped Brownies........................................................................................... 75

Apple Raisin Cakes............................................................................................................ 75

Uglies................................................................................................................................. 75

Zesty Cheese Ball .............................................................................................................. 76

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Cream Cheese with Chili Sauce ....................................................................................... 76

Barbeque Meatballs ........................................................................................................... 76

Eggless Nog....................................................................................................................... 76

Instant Cappuccino ............................................................................................................ 77

Coffee Mix......................................................................................................................... 77

Sparkling Red Slush Punch ............................................................................................... 77

Santa’s Tangy Punch ......................................................................................................... 77

Christmas Punch ................................................................................................................ 78

Divine Hot Spinich ‘n Artichoke Chicken Bake ............................................................... 78

Stuffing-Coated Chicken ................................................................................................... 78

Apple Dews ....................................................................................................................... 79

Strawberry Pound Cake ..................................................................................................... 79

Caramel Squares ................................................................................................................ 79

Oreo Cake .......................................................................................................................... 80

Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies......................................................................................... 80

S’more Mix........................................................................................................................ 80

Sugar Free Christmas Cutouts ........................................................................................... 81

Chocolate Crunch In A Jar ................................................................................................ 81

Candy Bar Cookie Squares ............................................................................................... 82

Gingersnap Pumpkin Pudding ........................................................................................... 82

Halloween Snack Mix........................................................................................................ 82

Triple Chocolate Quick Bread ........................................................................................... 83

Corn Spoon Bread.............................................................................................................. 83

Butterscotch Dip ................................................................................................................ 84

Christmas Sour Cream Potato Salad.................................................................................. 84

Butterscotch Fruit Salad .................................................................................................... 84

Banana Cream Pudding Mix In A Cup.............................................................................. 85

Butterfingers Pudding Mix In A Cup ................................................................................ 85

“Dirt” Pudding Mix In A Cup ........................................................................................... 86

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Tomato-Cheese Ball .......................................................................................................... 86

Chocolate Cookie Fudge.................................................................................................... 86

Easy Peppermint Pattie Cappuccino.................................................................................. 87

Make ‘em Beg Cake .......................................................................................................... 87

Sesame Seed Brittle ........................................................................................................... 88

Cappuccino Bread.............................................................................................................. 88

Acknowledgements................................................................................ inside of back cover

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Alcohol Hollow glass block Clear spray sealer or lamination Frosted paint ½” glass bit strand of clear lights (20 or 35) glass glue graphics printed from computer, ribbon, etc.

Glass Block Lights 1. Drill hole in back of block toward the bottom – not on the bottom (wear safety goggles). Drill very slowly. {Or pay your local glass company to drill hole for you}. 2. Thread the lights in thru the hole sticking the bulb in first.

3. When using a graphic or picture on only one side of the block, paint the back side with frosted paint (you may need to use 2 coats). Set aside to dry. 4. Print your graphic. 5. Wipe the glass block off with the alcohol. Attach you graphic with laminating paper and smooth down. You may put graphics on both sides if you wish. 6. Place a ribbon, seasonal greenery or something to match the picture on top. Attach with a glass glue. Alternate Method: 1. Drill hole in back of block toward the bottom – not on the bottom (wear safety goggles). Drill very slowly. {Or pay your local glass company to drill hole for you}. 2. Thread the lights in thru the hole sticking the bulb in first. 3. Lay block flat and wrap with ribbon like a gift. Make a large fluffy bow for the top.

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¾ yd. white polar fleece Two 2” orange pompoms Fourteen ¾“ black buttons Four ¾“ light blue buttons 3 skeins medium blue pearl cotton or craft thread Permanent fabric adhesive Scissors, Ruler

Snowman Hat and Scarf

Make the Scarf: 1. Cut a 10” x 54 “ rectangle from polar fleece. 2. Glue an orange pom pom about 5” from one end of the scarf for the snowman’s nose. Glue two buttons above the nose for eyes and five buttons below for the mouth. 3. To make the cheeks, cut through the loops at both ends of one skein of pear cotton. Remove the labels and save two strands from the skein. Cut the rest of the skein into three 2” bundles. Note: Set one bundle aside for another project. Wrap a long strand around the center of one 2” bundle and tie a tight knot (see Figure A). Trim the ends. Repeat with the other bundle. Fluff the bundles into circles and glue them to the cheeks. Glue a blue button to the center of each circle. Make the Hat: 1. Measure the head of the person the hat is intended for around the widest part. Cut the fleece 13” wide and as long as your head measurement plus ½“ for the overlap. To make the pompom, make 3” cuts along one long side of the rectangle, 1” apart (see Figure b). 2. Overlap the short ends of the rectangle ½“ and glue them together, forming a tube (see Figure c). 3. Cut a 15” piece of pearl cotton and wrap it tightly a few times around the hat at the base of the cuts. Tie a knot (see Figure d). Trim the thread and adjust the gathers. 4. Fold up the bottom of the hat 1” for a brim and glue in place, if desired. Follow steps 2 and 3 of “Make the Scarf” above to make the thread cheeks and glue on the features.

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Two plastic gallon milk jug lids Fabric: 6” square muslin; 1” x 12” strip flannel for

scarf; 4” x 5” rectangle flannel for hat Acrylic paint: black, ivory, orange Snow texture medium Double sided adhesive sheet 1” length ¼” dowel Black chenille stem Two ½” black pom-poms ¼” flat pearl button Raffia Fine-tip black permanent marker

Snowman Pins

1. To make each scarf, cut a 1” x 10 “ strip of flannel. Turn one long edge under 1/8”, and glue the hem. 2. Adhere the scarf around the head (jug lid) with the glued edge at the top, and tie a knot. 3. Cut a ¾” x 1¾” strip of flannel and glue it to the base of thread, covering any muslin that show under the scarf. 4. To make the hat, turn the lower long edge of the 4” x 5” flannel up ½” twice and adhere the hem. Fold the fabric I half, right sides together, and glue the 4” sides. Let the glue dry. Turn the hat right side out and glue it to the snowman’s head. Stuff the hat top with a small amount of fiberfill. Wrap a strand of raffia round the hat, ½” from the top and tie the ends into a bow. Glue a button to the center of the bow. 5. To make the earmuffs, cut a 3” length of chenille e stem. Glue the chenille stem to the center top of the snowman’s head and glue a pom-pom to each end. Use a sharp knife to make tiny holes in the head around the chenille stems and glue twigs into the holes. 6. Apply the snow medium to the hat, earmuffs, noses and scarf with the paintbrush handle. 7. Glue a pin back to the back of each snowman.

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8” w x 10 “ high red gift bag Craft foam: one 5½” square and one 2” square of white;

one 2-inch square of black and one ¼” x �” rectangle of orange

Two 1½” long artificial holly leaves with red berries Two 2½” long snow-tipped artificial pine branches One 6-inch mini broom Pencil, ruler, scissors

Snowman Gift Sack

1. Cutting: Using ruler and pencil, measure and mark 1¼” from each corner point of the 5½” white craft foam square, marking along the edges. Use ruler and pencil to connect the marks at each corner, forming a small triangle on each corner. Cutting just inside each pencil line, cut off the corner triangles to create an octagon shape for the snowman’s body. 2. In the same way, mark ½” from each corner point of the 2” square of white craft foam, mark a triangle at each corner and cut off the corners, creating an octagon shape for the snowman’s head. 3. From the black craft foam, cut a 1” square for the top of the hat and a ½” x 1½” piece for the hat brim. 4. From the scraps of black craft foam, cut two ¼” squares for the eyes, five similar-size pieces for the buttons and three smaller pieces for the mouth. 5. Cut the orange rectangle in half diagonally and keep one piece for the nose. Assembly: Refer to the photo for position while assembling as directed in the instructions that follow. 6. Glue the snowman’s body to the front of the gift bag. Glue the head above the body so that the edges of the foam pieces touch but do not overlap. 7. In the same way, center and glue the hat brim above the head 8. In the same way, center and glue the top of the hat above the brim. For the hatband, glue the piece of dark green ribbon to the hat just above the brim. 9. Glue the eyes, nose, mouth and buttons to the snowman. Glue the holly and berries to the neck of the snowman. For arms, glue the pine branches to the snowman’s body. Glue the broom to the right-hand side of the snowman.

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White lunch bag 4” round paper doily Acrylic paints: Cardinal Red, Dark Goldenrod, Charcoal, White Matte spray varnish Glitter: white (very fine); iridescent Ribbon: 9” length of �” gold wire edged; 12” length of �” sheer;

two 5�” lengths of ¼” scalloped trim 12” length of candy striped chenille stem 10mm gold jingle bell 1” miniature snowflake ornament Curling ribbon: red, green, white Thick craft glue Paper, pencil, scissors, ruler, hole punch, paintbrush, stencil

brush, 1” foam brush, paper plate (for palette), paper towel, toothpick, waxed paper, 2” square of kitchen sponge

Snowman Doily Gift Bag

1. Paint the snowman face. (Note: Allow paint to dry between color changes and coats.) See photo. Use pencil to lightly draw a carrot nose on doily. Paint nose Dark Goldenrod. For eye, dip handle end of paintbrush into Charcoal and touch handle to doily above nose; repeat for other eye. In same manner, dot mouth. Dry brush cheeks Cardinal Red. (Note: To dry brush, dip stencil brush into paint, stroke on paper towel until almost dry, and brush surface in a circular motion.) Use toothpick to highlight dot eyes, nose, and cheeks White; paint eyebrows Charcoal. 2. Paint the bag. Place a sheet of waxed paper inside bag and flatten bag. Fold top of bag down 2”. Place waxed paper in side creases of bag so paint does not leak to back. Use Cardinal Red to sponge paint front of bag. (Note: To sponge paint, wet sponge in water; squeeze out excess water until just damp. Pour a puddle of paint on palette. Press sponge into paint, blot on paper towel, and sponge paint outside surface.) Use White and paintbrush handle to randomly do bag. 3. Apply glitter. Use foam brush to apply glue to back of doily; center and press doily onto bag. Let dry. Apply varnish to entire front of back; while varnish is still wet, sprinkle with iridescent glitter and white fine glitter. Shake off excess. 4. Finish up. See photo. Glue scalloped ribbon lengths across top and bottom of bag. Tie shear ribbon into a 3” wide bow; glue to center bottom of snowman’s face. Tie wire-edges ribbon into a 1¾” wide bow; glue to center of first bow. Glue jingle bell to center of bows. Trim ribbon ends to desired length. Fill bag with desired treats. Punch two holes 1” apart at top center of folded bag. Thread curling ribbon ends through holes from back to front and tie in knot; curl ribbon ends. Remove hanger from snowflake; glue snowflake to curling ribbon knot. For handle, bend chenille stem into a “U”; glue ends to back top corners of bag.

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Shovel Acrylic paints: White, Pumpkin, Pink, Red, Medium Blue,

Light Blue, Black Metal primer Satin exterior varnish Sparkle glaze Stencils: Snowflake; Alphabet 6” x 14” wood plaque 6” x 24” piece of bright blue fleece ¾ yard red checked fabric 1½ yards of �” green with white polka dot grosgrain ribbon Buttons: 1¼” green; 1” white snowflake Paintbrushes: 1” and 2” foam sponge; flat; liner Paper, pencil, scissors, pinking shears, paper plate (for

palette), paper towels, self-stick note pad, plastic grocery bag, hammer, nails, glue gun and glue sticks

Snowman Shovel

1. Prepare the shovel. Use 1” foam brush to apply metal primer to all metal parts of shovel. Let dry. Use 2” foam brush to apply two coats of White to entire shovel allowing paint to dry between coats. In same manner, paint two coats of Medium Blue to wood plaque (sign). 2. Paint the face. (Note: Allow paint to dry between color changes and coats.) See photo. Dip eraser end of pencil into Black and touch eraser to shovel for eye; repeat for other eye. Let dry. Us Pink to paint 1½” cheeks and Pumpkin to paint carrot nose. Paint mouth Black. Use liner brush to highlight eyes, nose, and cheeks with White. 3. Stencil the sign. Using Alphabet stencil (or print freehand), paint “Merry Christmas” on sign with White. Let dry. Use Snowflake stencil (or draw freehand) to paint snowflakes on sign as desired with an even mixture of White and Light Blue. 4. Finish sign. Use 2” foam brush to apply varnish over sign and entire shovel. Let dry. Use Sparkle Glaze and liner brush to paint a thin line to front of sign, ½” from edges. Let dry. Replace stencil over snowflakes and use sponge to apply Sparkle Glaze on snowflakes. Let dry. 5. Decorate the handle. Use pinking shears to cut three 2” x 45” strips from red checked fabric. Glue one end of one strip to shovel handle. See photo. Spiral wrap and spot glue strip around entire handle adding strips as needed. Trim end and glue in place. 6. Make the hat. See photo. Cut a piece of red checked fabric to measure around width and slightly longer than shovel head. For hat cuff, fold one width edge up ½” then

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Candy Bar, at least 1¾” wide Lightweight green, green-striped and

red cardstock Black permanent fine-point marker Red alphabet stickers Glue stick ¼” diameter hold punch

1”; spot glue in place. Wrap cuff around top of face, overlapping edges at back; glue in place. Stuff plastic bag into top opening of hat. Gather top of hat and tie ribbon in a four loop bow at front. Trim ends at an angle. Glue green button to one side of cuff and snowflake button to center of green button. 7. Make the scarf. Tie fleece in a knot around bottom of shovel head; spot glue in place. Cut several 4” long fringes in each short end of scarf. 8. Finish up. Use hammer and nail to attach sign to handle. For bow, cut two 2” x 45” strips from red checked fabric. Tie strips together forming a four-looped bow below sign; trim ends in a “V”.

Christmas Candy Wraps

1. For wrapper, cut striped cardstock to fit around candy bar. 2. Using pattern below, cut holly leaves from green cardstock. Outline leaves and add veins with marker. Punch berries from red cardstock. Glue leaves and berries to center of wrapper near left edge; glue wrapper around candy bar. 3. Use alphabet stickers to add name to wrapper.

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White pillow case or white fabric gift bag Acrylic paint: Black, Pink, Pumpkin, White Textile medium Black cardstock Ribbon: 1 yd. 1” blue; ½ yd. ¼” green Plastic greenery Two 1” buttons Paintbrushes, glue, tracing paper, ruler, graphite paper,

palette, foil-covered cardboard to fit inside bag or pillow case, hair dryer, pencil, masking, scissors

Frosty Gift Bag

Paint the bag: 1. Insert the foil-covered cardboard into the bag to prevent seepage while painting. 2. Use a ruler and a pencil to draw a horizontal line about 4” from the top of the bag on both sides. 3. Using a flat brush, paint the portion of the bag above the pencil line Black. Note: Also paint the top 4” of the inside of the bag. Paint the Face 1. Trace the face pattern onto tracing paper. Transfer the face to the front of the bag, using graphite paper. 2. Paint the face as follows, using the liner brush for highlights: Pumpkin: nose Pink: cheeks Black: eyes, mouth White: highlights 3. Heat set the paint, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Add finishing touches: 1. Cut the green ribbon in two and thread the pieces through the buttons. Tie bows and trim the ends. 2. Adhere the buttons to the bag (see picture). 3. Fill the bag with a gift. Gather the top of the bag and tie it with the blue ribbon. Adhere small pieces of greenery to the bow (see picture). 4. Transfer and cut the hat brim from cardstock as instructed on the pattern. Adhere the hat brim below the bow and greenery.

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Patterns for “Frosty Gift Bag”

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3 twig (grapevine) wreaths: 9”, 11”, 13” diameters Polar fleece: ¼ yd. green; ½ yd. blue print Wood items: three 1½” star buttons; 2½” star Acrylic paint: Bright Yellow; Brown 18-gauge black wire Two 10” twigs 8” natural string Wire cutter, hot glue gun, glue sticks, measuring tape,

scissors, sewing machine or needle, matching threads, pinking shears, paintbrush, paper plate, sandpaper

Twiggy the Snowman Wreath

1. Lay the wreaths on a flat surface in descending sizes. Wire the wreaths together tightly, leaving approx. 3” wire end lengths. Wrap the ends around the wire cutters to curl them. 2. Push a twig into each side of the middle wreath and hot-glue them in place. 3. Cut the fleece as follows: Blue: 2 strips 5” x 36”; Green: 9” x 36” strip 4. To make the scarf, tie a blue fleece strip around the base of the top wreath. Wrap wire around it in several places to secure it. Curl the wire ends. Trim the scarf ends with pinking shears. 5. Fold the green strip widthwise and sew to edges together to make a tube. Turn it inside out. Gather one end of the tube and tie string around it approx. 2” from the end. Trim any excess string. Cut the fleece above the string into strips to form a pom-pom. 6. Sew the remaining blue strip lengthwise to form a long tube. Turn it inside out. Place it seam side down along the bottom of the hat. Stitch or adhere the pieces together to make a brim on the hat. Note: Trim and tuck the fabric as needed. 7. Position the hat on the top wreath at a slight angle and hot-glue it in place. 8. Note: let the paint dry between coats. Basecoat the stars with Brown. Topcoat with two coats of Bright Yellow. 9. Sand the edges of the stars. Note: this will partially reveal the Brown basecoat. 10. Cut a 24” length of wire and thread it through the star buttons. String the wire length with stars across the center wreath. Bend and curl the ends around the center wreath to secure. 11. Hot-glue the large star to the hat.

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Styrofoam balls: 6-inch; 5-inch; 4-inch; 2½-inch; Two 2-inch

Two-Part iridescent acrylic ball ornament: 80mm and 100mm

Spray adhesive for Styrofoam Fleece: 2½-inch x 29-inch strip, color or your

choice in plaid Acrylic Paint: Orange and color to match fleece Wire: 18 gauge, 36 inches (color to match

fleece) Buttons: two 5/8” flat, black Twigs: two 6-inch pieces Pencil with eraser, serrated knife, metal spoon,

paintbrush, ruler, cosmetic blush, pencil, cardboard box, scratch paper

Snowman Candy Dish

1. To form a flat bottom surface, use serrated knife to cut a 4-inch diameter circle

slice from 6-inch foam ball. Sit on table, flat side down. 2. Using one half of large ornament (100mm), turn over so flat side is down and press edge into top center of 6-inch foam ball forming an impression. Use spoon along impression edges to carefully hollow out a rounded area for ornament half to fit into (Note: In order to have a rim around the ornament half, it may be necessary to trim a small amount from top of foam ball so it is flush with ornament half.) 3. Repeat process, cutting a 2½-inch diameter circle slice from 5-inch foam ball. Similarly hollow out a rounded area for small ornament (80mm) half. To form a flat bottom surface, cut a 1½-inch diameter circle slice from 4-inch foam ball for head. 4. With flat sides, down, place balls side-by-side on table. To form flat “gluing” surfaces between balls, cut 2-inch diameter circles, one from 4-inch ball, two from 5-inch ball and one from 6-inch ball. Placing one ball at a time into cardboard box, spray cut sides with spray adhesive for Styrofoam and attach balls together as shown. Insert twigs into sides of center foam ball for arms, as shown. 5. For ear muffs, cut 2½-inch foam ball in half. Gently roll each half on table along cut edges, forming a rounded edge. Use spoon to hollow out a small amount of foam from backs of earmuffs so they conform to shape of head. Paint earmuffs with two coats of paint to match fleece color. Let dry. 6. For nose, cut a cone shape from 2-inch foam ball. Gently roll nose on table or between fingers to form carrot shape. Paint nose with two coats of orange. Let dry. For cheeks, cut two 1¾-inch diameter circles from remaining 2-inch foam ball. Apply a coat of blush to cheeks.

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3 plain round boxes (5-inch, 7-inch & 9-inch diameter) Acrylic paint: White Buttons, black: 2 medium size; 5 large size; 5-7 small Orange bumpy pipe cleaner Child-size mittens Infant-size hat Scrap of cloth for scarf 2½ feet of string Paintbrushes, hot glue gun & glue sticks

7. Use eraser end of pencil to make an indentation in face for nose to fit snugly into. Apply spray adhesive to backs of earmuffs, nose, cheeks and buttons (for eyes). Press into place on head, as shown. Coil a 36-inch length of wire around pencil leaving a 1-inch straight tail on each end. Insert a straight tail under top of each earmuff. 8. For scarf, cut a 2½-inch x 29-inch strip of plaid fleece and fringe ends by cutting 2-inch slits, about ¼-inch apart. Wrap scarf around neck and tie off to one side. Tips: To prevent over-spray from getting on work space, place item inside cardboard box, on it side. Cover bottom with scratch paper and spray inside box. Remove scratch paper and replace with new sheets, as needed. Experiment with nozzle setting before applying adhesive to surface, based on size of item being sprayed. Hold can closer to smaller items. After spraying, allow adhesive to become tacky 1-2 minutes before attaching to surface. For attaching most light weight items, it’s usually not necessary to spray both surfaces. Test on a small sample prior to beginning project. There is a generous “open time” that allows for repositioning, as needed, before bond sets.

Stack-A-Snowman

Paint the 3 round boxes white. Let the paint dry, then use hot glue to attach a button mouth and eyes to the smallest box and a row of large buttons to each of the 2 larger boxes, leaving room for the box tops. Cut a tapered section from an orange bumpy pipe cleaner and glue it in place for a nose. For hands, tape child-size mittens to the ends of a 2½-foot string and tuck the center portion of the string inside the medium-size box before putting on the lid. Stack the boxes (do not glue), then dress your snowman with an infant-size hat and a scarf made from a scrap of cloth. At the end of the season, the snowman parts nest inside the largest box for storage.

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3 lunch size brown paper bags One 3-inch diameter Styrofoam ball One 9-inch piece green crepe paper ribbon One 19-inch piece red crepe paper ribbon Spanish moss One roll gold star garland 2 dried floral sprigs (1 white and 1 green) 1 roll thin, flexible craft wire 2 cardboard strips (8-inch x 2-inch) newspaper to stuff bag (body of angel)

Paper Bag Angel

1. Open one paper bag and sit it upright on your work surface. 2. Cut 2 strips of cardboard 8-inch x 2-inch. Fold the pieces of cardboard to match the corners of the brown bag. Fit them inside the bottom of the paper bag on your work surface to create a strong base for your angel. 3. Stuff the bag with crumpled newspaper within 2” of the top of the lunch bag. This will be the body of the angel. 4. Loosely gather the paper bag above the newspaper you stuffed into the paper bag. Wrap the thin, flexible craft wire around the gathered area twice, cut the piece from the roll and twist the ends together. Fold the ends back toward the wire you already wrapped around the gathered area. 5. Carefully fold the top 2” of the brown paper bag over the wire you wrapped around the gathered area without ripping the bag. Just fold slowly and carefully and it is possible. 6. Cut open one side and the end of the second paper bag. Wrap the large piece around the Styrofoam ball and twist the ends below the ball. Wrap a piece of wire around the twisted paper at the base of the Styrofoam ball to keep the twisted brown paper in place. Cut the piece from the roll. Cut off the excess paper bag about an inch below the wire. 7. Squeeze a line of hot glue just inside the opening of the paper bag where you folded the ends over the wire. Quickly press the brown paper wrapped Styrofoam ball into it. Hold briefly in place to secure. 8. Separate an amount of Spanish moss you want to us for the hair. You should have enough to frame the face and cover the turned down edge at the back of the paper bag. Squeeze thin lines of glue from the front of the head to the back except for the face

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area. Press the Spanish moss quickly into the glue, it hardens fast so you have little time to arrange the hair once you’ve squeezed on the glue. Make sure it is covering the folded edge at the back. Squeeze a little more glue under the Spanish moss at the back to make sure it is attached to the head but leave some hanging to give your angel the appearance of long hair flowing at the back. 9. Cut a 10” piece of star garland from the roll for the halo. Make sure you have a large star with at least nine small stars in the 10” length. Arrange it in a circle on the Spanish moss hair with the large star at the front. Once you have the stars arranged as you would like them, squeeze a small drop of glue on each star one at a time and press the stars back into the glue to secure them to the Spanish moss hair. 10. Cut 2 strips of brown paper bag 3-inches wide X the length of the paper bag. Twist the strips into roughly a 5-inch length. Cut and wrap a 3-inch length of the craft wire around one end of each strip you twisted. 11. Squeeze a small amount of hot glue on the right side of the paper bag, underneath the folded over edge to the right of where the Styrofoam ball head is situated. Hold the wire wrapped end briefly in place until secure. Repeat the process using the other piece of twisted paper, this time to the left of where the Styrofoam ball head is situated. Hold the wire wrapped end briefly in place until secure. 12. Bend the arms towards the middle in a curve and squeeze a small drop of glue between the two pieces of paper where they meet. Hold briefly to secure but be careful you don’t burn your fingers because the glue may squeeze out past the paper. Squeeze a generous drop of hot glue underneath the middle of the two arms on the body of the angel and press the arms into the glue. Hold briefly to secure. 13. Cut a 9-inch long piece of green crepe paper ribbon. Form two loops and leave 2 inches for the ends hanging down. Hold the bow together in the middle with one hand and wrap the craft wire around the middle a few times with your other hand. Cut off the piece form the roll and make sure the end is wrapped around the middle. Cut the ends of the ribbon in 2 peaks with a point in the middle (like the tip of an arrow). 14. It is best to lay the angel face up on your work surface while gluing things on the front because it will be less likely the items you are gluing will shift while your work with them. Squeeze a small drop of hot glue on the middle of the arms where the hands meet. Press the 2 small pieces of dried floral material into the hot glue. Next, squeeze a generous amount of glue on top of the stems. Press the middle of the ribbon into the glue. You need to do this quickly because the hot glue hardens quickly. Hold the ribbon briefly in place to secure. Cut a small gold star from your garland. Squeeze a small amount of hot glue in the center of the bow and press a small star form the garland into it. 15. After the green ribbon is complete, it is time to make the red crepe paper ribbon bow and glue it on. Turn your angel over so the angel is now face down on your work surface. Cut a 19 inch piece of red crepe paper ribbon. Make two loops in the red ribbon leaving ends hanging that measure 5 inches each. Wrap a piece of craft wire

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around the middle several times, cut off the piece form the roll and wrap the end around the bow. Squeeze a generous amount of glue just below the folded over edge and press the middle of the bow into it. Hold briefly to secure. The loops of the bow should be touching the folded over edge of the paper bag. Cut the ends on a diagonal with the inner edge tips touching the bottom of the bag. 16. Cut a large star from the garland. Squeeze a generous amount of hot glue in the center of the bow and press the large star into it. Hold briefly to secure. Let dry.

Cute Cracker Holder Start by folding one edge of a square napkin over 3/4 –inch to an inch about five times to the center of the napkin. Do the same with the opposite edge until the folded edges meet in the center. Tuck both short ends underneath so the meet in the middle. Separate the folds to create an opening for the crackers and arrange them inside. Suggested uses: This idea comes in handy when you can’t fin a small basket to hold crackers that accompany an appetizer – or you forget to take on along to a potluck. You can also use this in-a-hurry holder for slices of cocktail rye, breadsticks, min muffins or biscuits.

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Snowman Lid Ornament: Metal lid to fit jar Glass ball ornament, 2 5/8” Acrylic Paints: White, Charcoal, Dark

Goldenrod, Cardinal Red Matte interior varnish White glue Iridescent crystal glitter Air-dry modeling compound or Polymer clay White fabric doily, 5” Artificial pine sprigs, 1½” long, two Artificial red berry cluster, 1½” long Glue gun and sticks

S’mores Soup: Glass quart jar Graham crackers, marshmallows, chocolate

pieces White buttons, 5/8”, three Papers: red card stock, 2¾” x 3¾”;

White, 2¼” x 3¼” Plaid ribbon, 1 3/8” wide, 18” length Red ribbon, ¼” wide, 24” length

S’more Snowman Soup With Snowman Lid Ornament

Snowman Lid Ornament: 1. Remove ornament hanger; sponge paint ornament White. Transfer details of pattern to ornament. Paint eyes, eyebrows,

and mouth Charcoal; add White highlight dots to eyes. For nose, roll 5/8” ball of modeling compound into cone shape; let dry. Paint nose Dark Goldenrod. 2. Apply varnish to ornament. While still wet, sprinkle with glitter. Use glue gun to glue nose to face. Basecoat lid White. Glue doily to lid and ornament to doily. Replace hanger. Glue pine sprigs and berries to ornament. S’mores Soup: 1. Layer graham crackers, marshmallows, and chocolate pieces in jar. Glue white buttons to front of jar. 2. For recipe tag, handwrite or use computer to print the following on white paper: S’mores Snowman Soup: Toast marshmallows then place chocolate piece

between two graham cracker cookies. Mmmm Good! 3. Glue white rectangle of paper to red cardstock. Use red ribbon length to attach tag to jar lid, tying bow as shown. Tie plaid ribbon around jar top to cover bottom edge of lid. Place ornament lid on jar.

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General: Wooden stars (feet), 1¼” across, two Styrofoam ball (head), 1½” Acrylic paints: Dark Chocolate, Primary Yellow Black fine-tip permanent marker Brown print fabric, 7” circle Matching thread Felt: gold, cranberry, scraps Wiggle eyes, 8mm, two Black satin ribbon, ¼” wide, 8” length Silk autumn leaves, three Fiberfill stuffing Permanent adhesive glue

Tom and Mary Turkey: Felt: black, 6” square; white, 1¼: x 3¾” Doilies: white heart-shaped, 2” across; white Battenburg, 3” across Gold ribbon, ¼” wide, 4¾” length Ivory buttons, 7/16”, two

Turkey Pilgrim Favors

1. Cut felt as indicated on patterns. For body, sew gathering stitch around 7” circle, leaving ¼” border. Stuff circle; pull up gathers tightly and stitch opening closed. 2. Slightly flatten bottom of Styrofoam head. Basecoat head Dark Chocolate and feet Primary Yellow. Draw dashed line near edge of feet. 3. Glue wattle, beak, and eyes to face, and doily, head, and feet to body. Tie black bow; glue to neck. Glue leaves together, then glue to back of body. Tom Turkey: Cut slits in hat as indicated. Glue gold ribbon to long brim edge; then brim ends together, slightly overlapping edges. Glue hat top to brim, brim to hat, hat to head, and buttons to body. Mary Turkey: Glue hat to head as shown in picture.

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Patterns for” Snowman Tealight”

Patterns for “Turkey Pilgrim Favors”

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Both: Jumbo craft stick Tealight candle Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Angel: Tulle, 6” square and 3” circle, your choice of color Ribbon to match tulle Gold pipe cleaner Small, thin piece of wire

Snowman: Tulle: 6” square of white or off-white Acrylic paint: white Pipe cleaners: Christmas striped; red Craft foam: white, black Red pom poms: ½”, two Permanent markers: black and orange (ultra-fine) Blush Small piece of plaid ribbon, 1/8” in width

Tealight Angel and Snowman For angel: Glue tealight candle to craft stick. Wrap 6” square of tulle around tealight and tie underneath with ribbon.

Gather 3” circle of tulle in the middle and wrap wire around to secure. Glue to back of craft stick underneath tealight. Cut 4” piece of gold pipe cleaner. Form into a circle leaving a 1” piece straight. Glue onto back of tealight. For snowman male: Paint jumbo craft stick white. Apply a second coat if needed. Glue tealight candle to craft stick. Using pattern on previous page, cut a 1” circle from white craft foam. Draw snowman face with black permanent marker (2 circles for eyes, 5 circle for mouth). Use orange permanent marker to draw carrot nose. Apply blush cheeks. Lay snowman face on top of tealight candle. Using pattern, cut top hat out of black craft foam. Glue small strip of plaid ribbon to hat as a hatband. Glue hat to top of tealight candle. Wrap 6” square of tulle around tealight and wrap a 6” piece of Christmas striped pipe cleaner underneath the tealight. Twist to secure. Draw three “buttons” on front of craft stick. For snowman female: Paint jumbo craft stick white. Apply a second coat if needed. Glue tealight candle to craft stick. Using pattern on previous page, cut a 1” circle from white craft foam. Draw snowman face with black permanent marker (2 circles for eyes, 5 circle for mouth). Use orange permanent marker to draw carrot nose. Apply blush cheeks. Lay snowman face on top of tealight candle. Wrap 6” square of tulle around tealight and wrap a 6” piece of Christmas striped pipe cleaner underneath the tealight. Twist to secure. Draw three “buttons” on front of craft stick. . Cut a 4” piece of red pipe cleaner. Gather from one end. Stretch out slightly and glue to top to tealight, with a red pom pom placed on each side to resemble ear muffs.

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Roll of white paper towels Black permanent marker Powdered blush Washcloth or dishcloth Dish towel Plastic pot scrubber 24” piece of ribbon Straight pin White cardstock

Kitchen Helper This little lady comes your way To help you have a happy day.

She’ll wash your dishes and dry them too And scrub the pots and pans for you.

She’ll clean the windows with such skill And wipe up every little spill.

Kitchen Helper

1. Print one of the following poems on cardstock, either by hand or by computer:

2 Fold dishtowel into thirds lengthwise. Wrap around the bottom of the paper towel roll. Hold in place with a pin. Punch two holes in your card stock poem and thread a ribbon around the towel, through the holes, and tie in a bow. Remove the pin. 3. Fold washcloth (or dishcloth) one point to the other to form a triangle shape. This will be her bandana. Put the nylon pot scrubber on top of the paper towel roll, wrap the bandana around and pin from underneath, so the pin doesn’t show. 4. With a black permanent marker, draw her face. Lightly color face with powdered blush going heavier (or using a darker color) on the cheeks. Tip: This would be cute in a gift basket, along with dish detergent, a Christmas trivet, etc. or in a basket or bucket with cleaning supplies.

Kitchen Helper This special little lady

has come along your way, to help you have a very, Merry Christmas Day!

She'll help you wash your dishes, and even dry them too.

Next she'll scrub the pots and pans, quite willingly for you!

She can clean your windows with a lot of skill,

and even wipe up every spill! So have a Merry Christmas

with this little dear, I hope she serves to bring you,

A season of Good Cheer!

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Patio paver Acrylic paints: Antique Mum, Cloud White,

Fiesta Yellow, Foxglove Pink, Holly Berry Red, Sprout Green, Wrought Iron Black

1” doll head or knob Wooden shapes: flat oval, 2” primitive star White pom-poms: three 1½”, one 2” Thick craft glue Paper, pencil, scissors, ruler, paper towels,

paintbrush, stencil brush, paper plate (for palette), rubbing alcohol

Santa Patio Paver 1. Trace and cut out pattern. Follow directions on pattern. Use rubbing alcohol to wipe off paver. Let dry. Rub pencil on back of pattern. Place pattern, pencil side on paver, and trace pattern lines. (Note: Do not trace eyes and eyebrows.) Remove pattern. 2. Paint the paver and wooden items. Use Holly Berry Red to paint the top half of paver (hat), doll head or knob (nose), and large oval (tip of hat). Use Cloud White to paint bottom half of paver. Use Fiesta Yellow to paint star. 3. Paint the face. Use Antique Mum to paint face. Let dry. Use Sprout Green to paint patch. Trace eyebrow and eye patterns on face. Use Cloud White to paint eyebrows and Wrought Iron Black to paint eyes. Use Wrought Iron Black to paint dash/dot lines on star, beard, and mustache, and to outline face and mustache. Use Foxglove Pink to rouge cheeks on face. (Note: To rouge, dip stencil brush into paint, stroke on paper towel until almost dry, and brush surface in circular motion.) Highlight dot face, nose, and patch Cloud White. (Note: To highlight dot, dip handle end of paintbrush into paint and touch handle to base; reapply paint after each dot.) 4. Finish up. Glue tip of hat, star, and pom-poms to paver as shown in picture. Alternate hat: You may wish to use an infant size Santa hat instead of painting the top of paver. If this is done, you will not need the four pom-poms, the wooden star, or the Fiesta Yellow acrylic paint.

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Pattern for “Santa Patio Paver”

Pattern for “Salt Shaker Snowman”

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Both: Salt shaker Wooden ball knob (size depends on salt shaker) Hot glue gun and glue sticks Paintbrushes Powdered blush

Angel: String of pearls Angel wings Small bit of lace Acrylic paint: flesh color, black Spanish moss or excelsior

Snowman: Salt (Epsom salts glistens more) Black craft wire Felt: black, red Red pom-poms (approx. ½” but depends on ball

knob size) Acrylic paint: white, black Toothpick -- red

Salt Shaker Angel and Snowman

Angel: 1. Remove lid and fill salt shaker with pearls. Glue small bit of lace around the bottom of area where lid screws on. Glue wings to back of salt shaker just below the area where lids screws on. 2. Paint ball knob flesh color. Apply two coats if necessary, letting dry between coats. Glue on Spanish moss or excelsior for hair. Glue salt shaker lid onto top of head as halo. Using end of paint brush, apply two dip dot eyes to face. Apply blush to “cheeks”. 3. Hot glue head to shaker body. Snowman: 1. Remove lid and fill salt shaker with salt. 2. Decide how long you would like snowman’s arms to be. Double this figure and add 2 inches. Cut this amount of craft wire. Place the middle of craft wire length at the front of shaker near the bottom area of where the top screws on. Wrap both ends of craft wire to the back of shaker and twist a few time. Apply a small amount of hot glue here to glue craft wire to shaker (this will keep it from twisting). Bend wire “arms” forward and position in any pose that you wish.

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Small glass blocks that resemble ice cubes Paint (acrylic or dimensional): black and orange Pipe cleaner ¼” pom-poms to match pipe cleaner E-6000 glue

8” x 54” piece of polar fleece Pony beads in coordinating colors Scissors, ruler

3. Paint ball knob white. Apply two coats if necessary, letting dry between coats. Glue salt shaker lid onto top of head like a hat. Glue pom-poms to each side of head just below hat. 4. Using paintbrush, paint two dip dot eyes and a dip dot mouth, leaving space in between for a nose. Using pencil, make an indentation in ball knob head where nose should be. Glue pointed end of toothpick here using hot glue. Apply blush to “cheeks”. 5. Glue ball knob head to salt shaker with hot glue. Cut a long, narrow piece of red felt for scarf and fringe on the end. Wrap around the “neck” of snowman. 6. Using pattern on page 22, cut 2 sets (4 total) of mittens from black felt. Glue two onto ends of craft wire, sandwiching wire between them.

Ice Cube Snowman

Glue 3 small glass blocks together offsetting the middle one slightly to the right. Using black paint, and referring to the picture as a reference, paint two circle eyes and a smiling mouth on the first block. Paint three circle buttons on the middle block. Paint a carrot nose with orange paint. Glue pom-poms on each side of head. Cut a small piece of pipe cleaner and glue to top of head and pom-poms to resemble ear muffs.

Fleece Scarves

Cut 4” long fringes at each end of scarf. Thread beads onto fringed ends and knot. Trim ends even.

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Clear glass ivy bowl with fluted top edge Smooth clear glass votive candle cup with a top

opening that will fit inside top of ivy bowl without falling through

Dish detergent Glass and tile medium Acrylic paints: Black, Lipstick Red, Poppy Red,

Tapioca, Wicker White, Thicket Black fine-line permanent marker Rubbing alcohol and cotton balls Tracing paper, pencil, ruler, compressed sponge

or household sponge, scissors Glass and tile medium Tacky craft glue

Glass Bowl Santa

1. Trace patterns separately onto tracing paper with pencil. Using compass or drawing freehand, draw a circle measuring about 2 inches across. Cut out each pattern. Lay patterns on sponge. Using black marker, trace around each pattern. Cut out each sponge shape. 2. Clean entire ivy bowl and candle cup with dish detergent and water. Dry thoroughly. Using cotton balls, apply rubbing alcohol over entire exterior surface of candle cup and bowl, excluding bowl bottom but including the inside edge of fluted top of bowl. Let air-dry without rinsing or wiping off alcohol. 3. Following medium manufacturer’s directions, use paintbrush to apply glass and tile medium to same surfaces of bowl and candle cup that were covered with alcohol. Let dry completely. 4. Keep paper towels and basin of water handy to clean the sponge circle and paintbrush. Place dabs of each paint color onto the palette or foam plate as needed. Let paint dry after every application unless directions say otherwise. 5. To sponge-paint, dip sponge circle into water and squeeze excess water from sponge. Dip sponge into paint and dab sponge onto paper towel to remove excess paint. Apply paint using an up-and down motion, creating a frosted look. 6. To paint with remaining sponge shapes, dip sponge shape into water and squeeze excess water form sponge. Dip sponge into paint and dab sponge onto paper towel to remove excess paint. Use sponge as a stamp to add the shape to ivy bowl. Refer to the photo as a guide while painting as directed in the instructions that follow:

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Santa’s head: 1. Using sponge circle and Tapioca, sponge-paint exterior of ivy bowl. 2. Using sponge circle and Lipstick Red, carefully sponge-paint bottom edge of bowl. 3. Using paintbrush and Wicker White, paint the inside and outside edges of the fluted top of bowl. While paint is still wet, use clean sponge circle and dabbing motion to add texture to the inside of fluted top. 4. Using paintbrush and Wicker White, paint ½-inch-wide vertical stripes around the red base of bowl, spacing the stripes about 3/8 inch apart. 5. Mix a drop of Poppy Red with five drops of Tapioca to create a flesh color. Using sponge circle and mixed paint, very lightly sponge-paint face area. 6. Using holly leaf sponge shape and Thicket, stamp two holly leaves onto upper left-hand area of face. Dip end of paintbrush handle into Poppy Red. Dab three small dots above holly leaves for berries. 7. Using mustache sponge shape and Wicker White, stamp mustache shape twice onto face. Using nose sponge shape and Poppy Red, stamp nose onto face. Dip end of paintbrush handle into Black. Dab on two dots for eyes. Using black marker, draw a “U” shape for the mouth. Santa’s Hat: 1. Using sponge circle and Tapioca, sponge-paint exterior of candle cup, including the bottom. 2. Using sponge circle and Lipstick Red, carefully sponge-paint over the Tapioca color, allowing a bit of Tapioca to show through. 3. Dip end of paintbrush handle into Wicker White. Randomly dab small dots around sides of candle cup. Finishing: Invert candle cup and glue rim of candle cup inside the fluted edge of bowl. Let dry.

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Empty flip-top spice can Rubbing alcohol and cotton ball Glass and tile medium Acrylic paints: Terra Cotta, Burnt Sienna, Light

Buttermilk, Deep Burgundy and Lamp Black Paper towels, water basin, palette or foam plate Acrylic paints: Terra Cotta, Burnt Sienna, Light

Buttermilk, Deep Burgundy and Lamp Black Paintbrushes Foam brush Spatter brush or toothbrush Masking tape Matte spray finish 1- x 4-inch torn strip of burgundy-and-cream

check fabric Tacky craft glue

Gingerbread Spice Can

1. Wash spice can and dry thoroughly. Using cotton ball, wipe the front, back and sides of spice can with rubbing alcohol. Let dry. Following medium manufacturer’s instructions, apply glass and tile medium to the front, back and sides of spice can. 2. Keep paper towels and basin of water handy to clean brushes. Place dabs of each paint color onto palette or plate as needed. Add coats as needed for complete coverage. Let paint dry after every application. Refer to the photo as a guide while painting as directed in the instructions that follow: 3. Use masking or painter’s tape to tape off the top white cap area and bottom metal rim of spice can. Using foam brush, paint the front, back and sides of spice can Terra Cotta. 4. Thin Light Buttermilk with clean water to achieve an ink-like consistency. Use flat brush to apply thinned paint onto toothbrush or spatter brush. If using spatter brush, follow brush manufacturer’s instructions to spatter paint onto front, back and sides of spice can. If using toothbrush, hold toothbrush about 6 inches from can and pull your thumbnail or a brush handle toward you over the bristles to spatter paint onto can. 5. In the same manner, spatter the front, back and sides of can with Burnt Sienna. When dry. Remove tape. 6. With liner and Light Buttermilk, paint a thin squiggly “frosting” line all the way around the can underneath the white cap area. Repeat at the bottom of can.

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8”x10¼” red gift bag Card stock: white, red, pink Two 12mm wiggle eyes ½” pink pom-pom Batting Paper crimper ¾” circle stamper Thick craft glue Paper, pencil, scissors, ruler

7. Lightly dip scruffy brush into Deep Burgundy and wipe off the excess on a paper towel until only fait color remains on brush. Using a circular motion, paint each cheek on front of can. 8. Dip end of liner handle into Burnt Sienna. Dab on an oval for the nose. Dip end of liner handle into Lamp Black. Dab on two ovals for the eyes. 9. Dip the small flat paintbrush into clean water and blot lightly on paper towel. Dip corner of brush into Light Buttermilk and work brush back and forth in the same spot on palette or plate until color fades from dark to light to clear. Paint the curved highlight on the left-hand side of each eye. 10. Dip stylus or the end of liner handle into Light Buttermilk. Dab a dot at the top of the curved highlight in each eye. In the same way, dab a smaller dot at the top of each cheek. With black marker, draw the mouth. 11. Following spray finish manufacturer’s instructions, spray painted exterior of can with matte spray finish. Let dry. Tie a knot in the center of the fabric strip. Referring to the photo for position, glue knot to the top of can. Let dry.

Santa Bag

1. Trace and cut out patterns on next page. Follow directions on patterns. Glue batting for hat cuff and pom-pom to card stock. Run beard through crimper for vertical lines and mustache through crimper for horizontal lines. 2. Assemble the bag. See photo. Glue face to back of beard and beard to bottom left corner of bag. For nose, glue pom-pom to center of face. Glue eyes above nose. For cheeks, punch two circles from red card stock and glue to each side of nose. Glue mustache below nose, hat cuff across top of head and pom-pom to right corner of bag.

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Patterns for Santa Bag

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Sundae or Parfait glass ½ of Styrofoam ball (size depends on size of

Sundae or Parfait glass – should fit into top of glass without falling in)

White curling ribbon to cover foam ball 1 round candy covered in red paper (for cherry) Candy of your choice to fill sundae or parfait

glass Hot glue gun and glue sticks Plastic straw (optional)

Sundae glass or ice cream dish White bath poof scrubbing pad Round bath oil bead – 1, red or round wooden

bead painted red Bath Salts Plastic spoon with long handle Double stick tape, card stock, hole punch

Candy Sundae

1. Cut Styrofoam ball in half. Fill glass with candy. Place Styrofoam into top of glass – if fit is not tight use double stick tape to hold in place.

2. Cut white curing ribbon into smaller pieces (between 12 and 20 inches long). Curl and then glue each piece of ribbon to foam ball. Continue in this manner until ball is covered. In some instances you may want to glue both ends of the curling ribbon in place. If using a straw, insert into foam ball. 3. Glue round candy in red paper to center, top of curling ribbon to resemble a cherry. Tip: This will make a nice gift alone or a nice presentation for a money gift. Place money gift in glass along with candy.

Bath Sundae Fill dish with bath salts. If using a long handled spoon,

place spoon in bath salts. Place white bath poof on top (you may need to use double stick tape to hold in place). Use double stick tape to attach bath oil bead or wooden bead to top, middle of poof. Print the verse below on card stock. Punch a hole in corner and slip onto spoon handle. Sundae Bath

This very special Sundae will leave you feeling great. It’s chock full of good things even though it can’t be ate.

Take it in the bath with you. Of course don’t take a sip, ‘cos it may look delicious… but it’s made to take a dip!

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King-Size Chocolate Bar (4” x 7½”) Brown package wrap, 7” x 11” Poster board scrap Wooden button (nose), ¾” Acrylic paints: Golden Brown, Spice Brown, Cardinal Red, Lt. Ivory,

Charcoal Spray matte finish Black permanent marker—ultra fine Decorative-edge scissors Gold jingle bells: 10mm, six; ½”, one Red/green gingham fabric, 1” x 6” Artificial holly leaves, 1¼” long, two Artificial red berry cluster Paintbrushes, scissors, pencil, tracing paper Hot glue gun and glue sticks or repositionable double-sided tape

Reindeer Chocolate Bar Wrapper

For wrapper, cut 7” x 10½” rectangle from brown paper; use decorative-edge scissors to cut along 10½” edges. 1. Trace and cut out patterns on next page. Cut antlers from poster board. Sponge paint wrapper Golden Brown and antlers Spice Brown. 2. Transfer face. Dot eyes Charcoal. Dry brush cheeks and paint nose Cardinal Red. Add Lt. Ivory highlight dots to cheeks, eyes, and nose. Use marker to outline mouth, freckles, and eyebrows. Spatter paint wrapper, nose, and antlers Lt. Ivory. Apply varnish. 3. Remove outer chocolate bar wrap, leaving only foil wrapper. Use hot glue gun to glue: antlers to back of wrapper; wrapper around chocolate bar; nose to face; 10 mm bells and leaves to antlers; berry cluster to leaves. For bow, knot fabric and trim ends. Glue bow to neck and remaining bell to knot. Quick Tip: For reusable wrapper, apply double-sided tape to wrapper instead of glue.

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Patterns for “Reindeer Chocolate Bar Wrapper” and “Santa Chocolate Bar Wrapper”

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Chocolate Bar (2” x 6¼”) Brown package wrap, 5” x 6” Wooden button (nose), 5/16” Acrylic paints: Cardinal Red, Lt. Ivory, Charcoal, Fleshtone Spray matte finish Black permanent marker—ultra fine Decorative-edge scissors Gold jingle bells: 6mm, three Iridescent crystal glitter Artificial holly leaves, 1” long, two Artificial red berry cluster Paintbrushes, scissors, pencil, tracing paper Hot glue gun and glue sticks or repositionable double-sided tape

Santa Chocolate Bar Wrapper Remove outer chocolate bar wrapper, leaving foil wrapper in place. Trace wrapper onto brown paper; cut out, using decorative-edge scissors on side edges. 1. Trace and cut out patterns on previous page; transfer details. (Note: Place wrapper around chocolate bar to determine pattern placement.) Paint: body and hat Cardinal Red; face Fleshtone; fur trim, beard, mustache, and eyebrows Lt. Ivory. Dot eyes Charcoal. Dry brush cheeks Cardinal Red. Add Lt. Ivory highlight dots to eyes, cheeks, and nose. 2. Use marker to outline fur trim, beard, mustache, and eyebrows. Spatter paint wrapper and nose Lt. Ivory. Apply varnish to wrapper and leaves; sprinkle with glitter. 3. Glue wrapper around chocolate bar, nose to face, bells to body, leaves to hat, and berry cluster to leaves. Quick Tip: For reusable wrapper, apply double-sided tape to wrapper instead of glue.

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Clay pot, 7” tall Clay saucer, 12” Glass bowl, 5” Craft foam, 12” square sheets, one

each: Bright Pink, Christmas Green, Red, Black;

two sheets Brown Dimensional Paints: Slick – White,

True Red; Pearl – Peppermint, Jade

Acrylic paints: white, red Satin varnish Decorative-edge scissors Red gingham ribbon, 7/8” wide, 1

yd. Repositionable glue or double-

sided tape Hot glue gun and glue sticks

Gingerbread Chip and Dip Centerpiece

Basecoat pot white and saucer red. Add white dots to saucer. Apply varnish. 1. Trace and cut out patterns on next page. Cut materials as indicated. Use hot glue to glue arms to body and eyes, nose, and cheeks to face. Use decorative-edge scissors to cut ¾”-wide strips to fit around rim and seven 1” x 4¼” rectangles form red craft foam; glue to pot. 2. Outline the following: cheeks and berries Peppermint; nose and mouth True Red; leaves Jade Green. Use Peppermint to paint wavy lines around pot and rim. Use White dimensional paint to paint rick rack border on face and arms (front and back), and to add highlights to cheeks, nose, and cherries. 3. Tie ribbon bow; glue to neck. Adjust arms as needed to fit around saucer. Apply repositionable glue to hands; press in place around saucer. Use outdoor adhesive to glue saucer to pot.

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Patterns for “Gingerbread Chip and Dip Set”

Pattern for “Snowman Can”

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Metal planter, 10” tall Acrylic paints: Lt. Buttermilk,

French Grey Blue, Lamp Black, Mauve, Burnt Orange

Matte Spray Fabric, 3” x 45” Paintbrushes

Glass paint: Ultra Black, Tangerine, Red Red, Pillow Pink

Conditioning medium surface conditioner Gloss gaze Glass ball ornaments White gift shred 2 blue pom-poms Black chenille stick Red fleece strip White ribbon Paintbrushes, scissors, glue gun and glue

sticks

Snowman Can

Apply sealer. Basecoat bottom 7½” Lt. Buttermilk and remaining area French Grey Blue. Trace and cut out pattern on previous page. Transfer face. Dry brush cheeks Mauve. Paint nose Burnt Orange, and nose and mouth Lamp Black. Add Lt. Buttermilk highlights to eyes and mouth. Tie bow. Use: fill with greenery, flowers, candy, or a gift!

Mr. & Mrs. Snowman Ornaments

1. Fill ornaments with white gift shred; replace ornament caps.

Apply conditioning medium to one side of each ornament; let dry. Mr. Snowman: Paint Ultra Black eyes and mouth, Pillow Pink cheeks, and Tangerine nose; let dry. Adhere pom pom on each side of face. Note: Place hot glue on pom-pom to prevent glass from cracking. Cut and bend chenille stick; adhere an end to each pom-pom. Mrs. Snowman: Paint Ultra Black eyes, Pillow Pink cheeks, Tangerine nose, and Red Red mouth; let dry. Tie fleece around ornament and secure with hot glue. Apply finish over painted faces. String each ornament on ribbon; knot ends together.

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Acrylic Gesso Decorative snow medium Sparkle varnish Matte spray finish Picture frames (3” x 5”, 4” x 6”, 5” x 7”) Eight 7 mm screw eyes Picture hanger Plaid fleece strip, 7” x 12” Gray fleece Paintbrushes Jute, twigs, sewing machine, black

thread, glue gun, glue sticks, drill, drill bits, pliers, hammer, scissors, pencil

Frosty Frames

Prepare: 1. Remove glass form each frame. Attach picture hanger to 3” x 5” frame. 2. Apply acrylic gesso to each frame; let dry. Apply decorative snow medium to each frame with scruffy brush; let dry and apply varnish. Apply spray finish to frames. 3. Attach screw eyes to bottom of 3” x 5”, top and bottom of 4” x 6”, and top of 5” x 7”. To join frames, use pliers to twist open screw eyes; link and twist back to original shape to secure. Embellish: 1. Drill hole in each side of middle frame. Place drop of hot glue on ends of twigs; place in holes for arms. 2. Fold gray fleece in half; sew ends. Turn up bottom edge for brim; gather and tie top with jute. Adhere hat to corner of top frame. 3. Cut fringe on ends of plaid fleece. Tie scarf around screw eyes between top and middle frame.

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Acrylic paint: Antique White Cardstock: yellow-gold Black fine-tip marker Crochet thread Buttons: 1 blue, 1 white Fabric scraps Long cinnamonstick Hot glue gun, glue sticks,

scissors, paintbrush, needle

Skinny Stick Ornament

1. Paint cinnamon stick Antique White; let dry. 2. Cut yellow-gold triangle from cardstock for nose. 3. Tear 1¼” strip of fabric for hat; apply hot glue to top ½” of stick and adhere strip around stick. Gather top of hat and tie with thread. 4. Stitch length of thread through hat top for hanger; knot ends together. 5. Adhere nose to face; draw eyes and mouth. 6. Tie thread through buttons and adhere to stick; tie frayed fabric strip around neck. Tip: Eliminate the ornament hanger, and use this cute stick to decorate a gift box or bag, or add it to a card. Tip: Make this ornament a “low carb snowman” by attaching the following poem, printed on cardstock:

Skinny Snowman I was a big round snowman,

As plump as I could be. But now that I'm "no carbing",

There's much, much less of me!

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White slippers Felt sheets (black & orange) Red plaid fabric Black permanent marker Ribbon Wiggle eyes Other: scissors, glue gun and

glue Hot glue gun, glue sticks,

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Toasty Foot Friends

1. Transfer and cut out hat pattern as instructed on pattern. Adhere ribbon around each hat. 2. Cut lines for eyebrows and circles for mouths from black felt; cut triangles from orange felt for noses. Draw black lines on noses with marker. Adhere felt pieces and wiggle eyes to slippers. 3. Cut red plaid fabric strips for scarves. Adhere scarves to toes of slippers; tie knots and fringe ends.

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Fabric paint: red, white, black Embroidery floss: black White sweatshirt Patterned flannel (orange check, blue) Paintbrushes Needle, tracing paper, pencil, sewing

machine, thread (blue, orange), circle template, transfer pen, scissors, spray bottle, water

Snowfellow Sweatshirt

Wash and dry sweatshirt. Do not use fabric softener. Use 5/8” seam allowance on nose and earmuffs.

1. Transfer snowman face pattern to sweatshirt as instructed on pattern. Backstitch head, mouth, eyebrows, and earmuff wire with three strands of black. 2. Cut out four circles from blue patterned flannel. Layer two and stitch to sweatshirt for each earmuff. Fringe edges of fabric along seam. 3. Cut two triangles from orange check flannel. Layer orange nose pieces and stitch to sweatshirt for nose. Fringe edge of fabric along seam. Mist fringed fabric with water and place in dryer for 15 minutes to fray. 4. Paint eyes black with stencil brush. Mix red and white for desired pink; paint cheeks; let dry. Detail cheeks and eyes with white and liner brush; let dry. Fabric care: Machine wash warm and tumble dry low. Fringed fabric will continue to fray, so trim stray threads as needed.

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One 10” acrylic ball One 5” Styrofoam ball One 8-10” pinecone wreath One black derby hat 6”L x 5”W x 2”H One pair of red/green knit mittens, medium size One 2½” wood or plastic carrot One corn cob pipe Three ¾” flat black buttons 30” length of fabric – 2½” x 3” wide Acrylic paints: Antique White; Black; and Red Pine sprays, candy, cookie and ball ornaments

of choice Medium tip black marker Sea sponge Brushes, foam, liner Fiberfill Feather of choice

Dapper Snowman Centerpiece

1. Using damp sea sponge, apply Antique White paint to 10” ornament. Set aside to dry.

2. Apply Antique White paint to Styrofoam using foam brush. Set aside to dry. If you’re using smaller ball ornaments in the wreath, you may want to paint them also. 3. Remove cap of 10” ornament. Attach Styrofoam ball to ornament with hot glue, forcing ball onto ornament. Glue wreath to bottom of ornament. 4. Tie fabric around neck and fray edges to create a scarf. 5. Lightly stuff mittens with fiberfill and attach to sides of ornament with thumbs facing up. 6. Hot glue buttons to front of snowman. Glue felt hat to Styrofoam ball and trim with berries and greens. 7. Trim greens off carrot. Glue to face for nose. 8. Paint eyes, lashes and mouth using liner and black paint or marker. Scrub cheeks lightly with red. Highlight eyes with white and end of brush. See picture for idea on sizing. 9. Trim wreath with berries, ornaments and greens

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Large glass pebble (flat on one side) – clear or very light color

Glass glue Photograph or image Craft knife Paint brush, pencil, cutting

Make A Picture Pebble 1. Place loose glass pebble over image (in the example a snowflake from a decorative punch is used) and lightly trace outline of pebble with pencil. 2. Brush glass glue onto the bottom of pebble. 3. Adhere pebble to image using outline as a guide and smooth out bubbles. 4. Allow glue to dry and then trim the edges of the image inside the pencil line with a craft knife. Tip: Attach a ½” round magnet to the back and you have a great refrigerator magnet!

Alternate idea: Purchase vinyl sticky letters, use stencils or punches and place one letter behind each pebble to spell a name. Would be great for a child’s room, as a package topper, or on picture frames.

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Muslin, felt or knit for snowman Felt, ribbon or piece of wool for scarf around neck Knit for hat Toothpick Orange acrylic paint Small green pine sprig Needle, thread, 2 small buttons

Stuffed Snowman Pin

1. Cut out patterns according to directions on pattern pieces. Sew right sides of body together. Slit in back at neck, turn and stuff with polyfill. 2. Glue green pine sprig on left side in the slit in back. You may have to sew the slit in neck so stuffing doesn’t come out. 3. Glue scarf around neck. If it is too long, trim. Glue two 7/8” buttons on front. 4. Sew hat together up one side and across the top. Gather across the top of hat. Turn hat right side out…turn bottom edge two times about ½ inch each turn. 5. Glue miniature bell on top of hat. Glue hat onto head. Glue star on toothpick or use a stick or any miniature candy cane, wreath or any trim for front decoration. Face: 1. Use large needle and punch hole in front for nose. Paint a ¾” piece of toothpick orange and glue into hole. You can also use miniature pom-poms or beads for the nose. 2. Paint two little black dots for eyes.

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1 small plastic pill box with 7 compartments for each day of the week 7 small trinket and thoughtful gifts Red or green tissue paper

Pill Box Treasures This craft is a wonderful gift to give kids or a special person before Christmas. For each of the seven days before Christmas, the recipient is allowed to open the corresponding day’s compartment. In each compartment, a special little gift awaits them! (Note: put a little star on Christmas sticker on the day’s compartment from which they are to start.) When choosing the pill box, try to pick a red or green one. If these are not available, then pick a white or clear one. Open all seven compartments of the pill box. Cut small square pieces of tissue that will be large enough to wrap the trinkets in and enough layers of it so you cannot see the trinket through it. Wrap each of the trinket gifts separately, and place each one into it’s own separate compartment….and voila!….a special little gift to give. Following are some ideas for older children. Of course modify them or be inventive for adult gift giving! Ideas for the compartments:

Little hair barrettes Bath oil balls or shapes Hair elastics Small candy Necklace Erasers Bracelet Fancy paper clips Earrings Butterfly hair clip stickers

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White chocolate covered round candies Snack size resealable bag Cardstock

Round white or opaque jewelry stones, flat on one side

Fabric paint: black, orange Cardstock, small resealable bag, hole

punch, ribbon

Snowman Seeds Place candies into resealable bag. Print the following poem on one side of cardstock.

Snowman Seeds Paint a snowman face (2 dotted black eyes, orange triangle for nose, 3 black dots for mouth). Print the following poem on cardstock.

Punch 2 holes through cardstock and resealable bag. Thread ribbon through all and tie in a bow. Tip: Glue earring backs onto the back of stones and these make a very unique jewelry gift.

Snowman Seeds

Before first frost, Plant snowman seeds in

Shallow ground. Water generously. Seeds are edible.

Snowman Seeds

After the first frost of a cold winter night, sow these seeds in a spot just right.

These snowman seeds are not easy to find. So plant them well if you don’t mind.

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¾ yard fleece print One ¾” shank style button 1 small safety pin Quarter cut ruler Rotary cutter – medium or large size Cutting mat for rotary cutter

16-gauge wire Assorted beads Wooden dowel or rolling pin, 1-5/8” to 2 in.

in diameter Needle-nose pliers

Fleece Purse 1. Cut 2 pieces 16” x 24” making sure the stable side of the stretch goes up and down. 2. Cut a 4” square from each side of the bottom corner of fleece. 3. Fringe bottom 4” deep and ½” wide across. Tie knots using simple overhand knot. Fringe each side of purse, 9” up from bottom. Tie using overhand knot. 4. Cut handles 1” wide. Fold down the flaps that are formed. One flap gets tucked into the purse and the other flab folds over the front of the purse. Fringe bottom of flap and tie two strips together. 5. Use safety pin to attach shank button and make a slit for the button to fit through.

Beaded Wire Napkin Rings

Cut a 20-inch length of wire, then twist approximately 1-5/8 inch at one end into tight, flat spiral approximately ¼ inch in diameter. Wind remaining wire around dowel to form loose spiral. Thread remaining end through approximately one dozen beads, then twist end into second tight, flat spiral.

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Thick & Tacky glue Instant paper mache Orange clay for nose 2 pompoms for earmuffs Two 4" pieces of 16-gauge wire * 4 sticks for arms and legs ** 2-1/2" and 3" Styrofoam balls Acrylic paint: black, white, any color

for mittens 1 toothpick Long felt or fleece scrap for scarf Paint brush, scissors

* Wire should be twisted and then hammered flat for the bridge of the ear muffs. ** Sticks should have a bend in the middle for the "elbows" and "knees."

Figure B Figure C

Paper Mache Snowman

1. Dip a toothpick in glue and insert it into the center of the 3-inch ball. Add glue to the exposed end of the toothpick and place the 2-1/2-inch ball on it, securing the two balls together (figure A).

2. Add the sticks for the arms and legs the same way, by putting glue on the end that you stick in the ball and inserting them into the balls (figure B). Turn the sticks different ways to create different expressions, like standing, sitting, arms up, arms down, etc.

3. Make a carrot nose using polymer clay. Follow directions on packaging for use of clay, including drying times and baking, if necessary. Add glue to large end of carrot and insert into head (figure C). Let dry.

4. Prepare paper mache with water as directed on the package. Cover entire snowman body and head (not stick arms or legs) with paper mache mixture (figure D). Be careful not to cover the carrot nose. Form the mittens and feet with small globs of the mixture

Figure A

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Figure E

Construction paper: Dark Brown; Light Brown

Large wiggly eyes Small red pompom

on the ends of the stick arms and legs. Add tiny paper mache dots for the eyes, mouth and buttons. Allow paper mache to dry completely, according to directions on package.

Note: If you want to make a standing snowman, create a base out of clay or use a store-bought base. Stand snowman on it and secure with glue. Cover base with paper mache to create "snow" and let dry.

5. Paint all white and let dry. Be careful not to get white paint on the carrot nose. Paint the shoes and mittens as desired. Paint eyes, mouth and buttons black (see again figure E).

6. Paint wire if desired and let dry. Cut one side flat on each of the pompoms. Place wire over head and glue pompoms over ends, flat side next to the head (figure F).

7. Cut a long scrap piece of flannel or felt to the size you want, add fringe by cutting little strips on each end, and tie this "scarf" around the neck (see again figure F).

8. Add any other decoration of your choice, like strands of lights, miniature candies or gifts, etc. HAVE FUN!!!

Paper Reindeer

Trace child’s shoe on dark construction paper and cut out to make head. Trace child’s hands on light brown construction paper and cut out to make antlers. Glue antlers, eyes, and pompom (nose) to head as shown in picture.

Figure D Figure F

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2 Faux-ivory dominos Plastic paints: Black, White, Orange,

Fuchsia, Brown Hot glue gun and glue sticks Ribbon for hanger Rubbing alcohol

S’more Snowman Domino Ornament

1. Trace and cut out pattern below. Transfer details. Use black fine-tip permanent marker to draw details. 2. Paint the domino. Use cosmetic sponge to lightly apply Yellow to one of the dominoes for (graham cracker); sponge over with Brown. For snowman, basecoat another domino white, dot cheeks Fuchsia and eyes and buttons Black. Paint nose Orange. 3. Finish the ornament. Apply puddle of hot glue onto “graham cracker,” and place snowman standing up. Paint glue Brown when cool. Glue ends of a length of ribbon to either side of snowman “head” for hanger.

Bad Day Box

A Bad Day Box is a box or container that is filled with things that make you (if it’s for yourself) or whoever you give it to, happy. When the person you give this box to has had one-of-those-days at the office, or with the kids, or if you want a gift that will be used over and over again, this little box is the answer! What kind of box to use: a large shoe box, popcorn container or cookie tin or a good, strong sized box that can hold a lot of “happy” things! What to put into the box: Favorite movie, favorite CD, a poem or a story, pictures that bring a smile, notebook that can be used to vent frustrations, bubble bath, small scented candle, herbal relaxing tea, a nice perfume, candy Box instructions: This box is intended to cheer up the recipient. It’s something special that should be kept hidden but easily accessible when “one of those days” get too hard. Just remember to restock as needed!

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Wooden bead, 16mm Acrylic paint (to match wire) Craft wire, 22-gauge, 4 yards Sheer ribbon, 1-3/8” wide, 6” length Heart rhinestone, 10mm Craft glue

2½ “ x 5” paper tag Two 1¼” round split ring key tags Markers: black, orange, pink 1”x 11” torn strip of holiday fabric Scissors, ruler, 1/32” hole punch

Wire Wrapped Angel

1. Wrap wire around glue bottle 20 times, leaving 12” lengths straight at both ends. (Note: Do not overlap wire.) Slide wire circles off bottle; wrap one end around wire circles three times and twist to secure. Bend five circles (wings) up; pinch in center to form oval shapes. Wrap one wire end three times around center of wings; fan out circles. 2. For bow, glue ribbon ends together, overlapping slightly; pinch together at center. Wrap second wire end three times around bow center. Thread head onto wire end. Coil wire end leaving 2” length. Position around head for halo. Thread wire back through head; wrap wire ends around neck and twist to secure. Glue heart to front below head. To stand, place angel on flat surface. Gently press circles of dress onto surface to flatten base. Other options:

Use colored wire to make a variety of angels Attach angels to ribbon or cord to make an angel “garland”; decorate tree or

wreath Use angels as festive napkin rings for holiday parties

Gift Tag Snowman

Refer to photo. Punch two holes, ¼” from each side at bottom edge of paper tag (body). Use black marker to color in key ring tags (feet) and to draw a wiggly outline along edges of body. For face, use black marker to dot eyes and draw a smile, orange marker to draw carrot nose, and pink marker to draw cheeks. Attach feet through punched holes of body. For scarf, tie fabric strip in a knot around “neck”.

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Faux-ivory domino Plastic paints: Black, White, Light Pink,

Orange Screw eyes, 12mm, five Bamboo skewer or small dowel Dice, two Jump rings, two Craft wire: Black, 22-gauge, 6” length Ribbon or fabric scrap (scarf), 12” length Permanent glue for glass, metal, etc. Drill with 1/32” titanium bit Round-nose pliers Rubbing alcohol Cording of choice

Domino Necklace

Drill hole in each die, placing drill bit in center of “one” dot. Drill one hole in top center of domino, one hole straight through domino ¼” from top (arms) and two holes on bottom of domino, for feet. Wipe dust. Apply rubbing alcohol to domino. Apply glue to screw eyes and insert into top and bottom domino holes. Let dry. For feet, paint dice Black. Using photo as a guide, dry brush cheeks Lt. Pink. Paint nose Orange. Dot eyes, mouth, and buttons Black. Cut wire in half; twist lengths together. Insert wire through arm holes; shape ends as desired. Attach feet to bottom screw eyes with jump rings. Tie ribbon or fabric above arms for scarf.

Gift Card Poem

Adapt this poem for giving that hard-to-buy-for person a gift card to their favorite store!

Because you are so special I hope you know it’s true

That I’d like to give a present That is useful just for you.

I thought about it long. I thought about it hard.

Then decided the perfect gift Was this (name of store) gift card!

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¼ yd. of ½” pink gross grain ribbon 1 sheet pink felt 4 wiggle eyes 4 candy kisses per pair of mice Glue, scissors

Craft foam: White, Black, Royal Blue, Snowflake shape

Small gem flowers – 5 pieces 6 inches Gold Elastic Cord Acrylic paint: Black, Orange Red fine point marker Glue, scissors, paintbrushes, stylus

Candy Kiss Mice

1. Create tails by cutting 2” lengths of pink gross grain ribbons, pinch one end of the ribbon in half and glue to point of one candy kiss. 2. Using pattern, cut the ears out of the pink felt and glue the base of the heart shape to the top of the flat side of one candy kiss, leaving the two curve shapes extending over the edge to form the ears. 3. Glue both candy kisses together flat end to flat end with felt ears nesting in between. Complete by gluing on the wiggly eyes.

Snowflake Ornament

1. Cut shapes from foam according to patterns. 2. Glue hat band to hat. Glue hat on one section of large snowflake. Paint black eyes and orange carrot nose on face under hat. Draw on mouth with red fine point marker. 3. Glue scarf pieces under face. Glue small snowflake on hat. Glue one gem flower on each point of snowflake. 4. Use a stylus to push a hole through top of hat. Slide gold cord through hole for hanger. Knot ends.

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Patterns for Snowman Ornament”

Pattern for Candy Kiss Mice

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2 Ivy bowls Acrylic paint in your choice of color Glass glue Gold metallic paint Wire-edged ribbon to match the color

of paint you chose Votive candle Paintbrush, old toothbrush

1 tablespoon whole cloves 1 tablespoon vanilla 12 1” pieces of cinnamon stick 8 drops apple-scented oil

Ivy Bowl Lantern

1. Paint the inside of one ivy bowl with the acrylic paint. Let dry thoroughly. Glue the bottoms together with glass glue placing the painted ivy bowl on the bottom. 2. Splatter gold metallic paint on the outside of both icy bowls and with a small brush paint along the fluted edge with the gold metallic paint. 3. Wrap wired ribbon around the joined section and glue. Make a separate bow and glue over the joined part. Decorate the bow if you wish. 4. Place votive candle in the top ivy bowl.

Apple Vanilla Simmer Scent

1. Mix all ingredients, except oil, well. Place in a baby food jar or other small jar. Or, increase ingredients to fit in a half pint jar. Sprinkle oil into jar.

2. Place lid on jar and decorate jar. Give with a card that says:

For a lovely scent, use 1 to 2 tablespoons mix with water in a Simmer pot or in a small pan of simmering water on the stove.

Can be reused several times.

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Glassware: Plate, 10”; Bowl, 5¾” Wooden ball knob, 1¼” Acrylic paints: Wicker White, Butler

Magenta, Hydrangea, Baby Pink, Pure Orange, Licorice, Cobalt Autumn Leaves, Metallic Silver Sterling

Snowflake stencils, 1” to 1½” Glue for glass and wood Paintbrushes, seal sponge, rubbing

alcohol

Styrofoam ball Strips of orange or orange print fabric

(fraying adds to the character!) Raffia Sticks (cut in approx. 4” lengths)

Snowman Cheese Dome 1. Apply rubbing alcohol to back of plate and outer bowl. Trace and cut out

patterns on next page. Tape pattern to front of plate. (Note: only back of plate and outer bowl are painted.) 2. Use liner and Licorice to outline eyes, nose, mouth, hat, and face, and to paint details. Add Wicker White dots to eyes and cheeks, comma stroke to mouth, and highlights to nose. Paint pupils and mouth Licorice and nose Pure Orange. Mix equal parts Baby Pink and Pure Orange; dry brush cheeks. Shade face edges Hydrangea. 3. Stencil snowflakes on hat Wicker White, Butler Magenta, and Hydrangea. Mix Cobalt and Hydrangea; paint hat. Paint snowman and hat Wicker White. Stencil snowflakes on plate edges and bowl in same way as hat. Lightly sponge paint plate rim, snowflake background, and ball knob Metallic Silver Sterling. Glue knob to bowl.

Rag Pumpkins 1. Flatten the

bottom of the ball to help it sit up. Flatten by hitting is solidly upon the table. 2. Shove the stick into the top of the ball. 3. Beginning at the top, wrap the orange fabric around the ball, continuing back up to the top. Continue wrapping, crisscrossing the fabric at the top and bottom of the ball. Use pins to secure if necessary. 4. Cut a small slit in the middle of the fabric strips. Place over the stick to form the “leaves.” Wrap raffia around the stick.

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Patterns for “Gum Wrappers”

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18 gauge copper wire or any wire you may have

Assorted pretty beads Needle nose pliers Glue Something to bend wire on to make

hook

Pack of gum Craft foam: white & black Hot glue gun & glue sticks Permanent marker: black & orange Small piece of ribbon for hat band

Fancy Ornament Hooks

1. Clip off 4 inches of wire. Find something fat enough to make a hook (a good example would be the fat handle of a paintbrush.) Bend the wire at the hook, and with the straight end, thread on a bead (one large one, or a medium size one with a smaller on each end, or 3 smaller ones). 2. When you thread on the last bead, bend the wire, so the beads won’t fall off, as shown in the picture. With a magic marker, or a highlighter marker, make a large loop going the opposite way of the hook where you first bent the wire. Take your needle nose pliers and make a loop and then start bending the wire into the larger loop and your done. 3. To put the ornament on, put it on the bottom loop and feed it through till it lays on the larger loop. Make several of these for a great present. Fast, easy and it really does look great and one of a kind.

Gum Wrappers

Cut one basic “I” shape (on p. 56) from white craft foam. Place gum pack onto foam and glue “arms of the “I” around

gum. Cut snowman shape (p. 56) from white craft foam and hat (p. 18) from black craft foam. Glue hat to head of snowman. Glue the body of the “I” to front of snowman allowing the head of snowman to be above the gum pack. Glue piece of ribbon to hat for hat band. Note: you may also use clipart as shown in the picture above.

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4” square papier-mache box Acrylic paints: Snow White, Orange, Ebony,

Chiffon Blue Thickening medium 8” x 17” red sparkle felt Flat wooden shapes: seven small circles;

large teardrop; 18” length of ¼” green satin ribbon

5/8” gold jingle bell Three 1” white snowflake sequins Small amount of polyester fiberfill Black permanent fine-line marker Thick craft glue, scissors, ruler, four spring

clothespins, paintbrush, stencil brush, paper plate (for palette), paper towels, kitchen

Snowman Gift Box

1. Paint the box. Remove lid and set aside. Paint the entire outside and bottom of box Snow White. Cut a 2” square of kitchen sponge. Dip sponge in water; squeeze out excess water until just damp. Pour a puddle of thickening medium on palette. Press sponge into thickening medium and sponge sides of box only. Let dry. 2. Paint the wooden shapes. Use Ebony and paint circles (for eyes and mouth) and Orange to paint teardrop (nose). Use marker to draw carrot lines and to outline edges of nose. 3. Make the hat. For hat cuff, fold long edge 1”; spot glue in place. Repeat. Place hat cuff around sides of lid, so short edges overlap at back. Glue seams together. Let dry. (Note: Use clothespins to hold in place while drying.) Stuff hat loosely with fiberfill. Tie ribbon into wide bow, 2” below top of hat. Trim ends at an angle. Glue jingle bell to center of bow. Glue snowflakes to hat as pictured. 4. Finish up. Place hat on box. Dry brush cheeks Chiffon Blue. (Note: To dry brush, dip stencil brush into paint, stroke on paper towel until almost dry, and brush surface in a circular motion.) Glue eyes, nose, and mouth to box as shown. Dip handle end of paintbrush into Snow White and touch handle to each eye for highlights.

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One box of rounded toothpicks Old Christmas cards 1 sheet of cardboard Spool of thread Scissors, pencil, white

Compact Disc Paper doily (gold or white) Wooden furniture plug Small piece of star garland Glue, scissors 10” piece of ribbon to match star garland

Toothpick Ornament

1. Cut out a square of cardboard 2¼” x 2¼” – this will be your stencil. 2. Pick out a favorite Christmas card and position your stencil over the area you want to cut out. 3. Trace around the stencil. Cut out. 4. Put a small amount of glue around the edges of the cutout Christmas card. 5. Begin placing toothpicks by 3’s or 2’s, first on one edge then the next until all 4 sides make a frame. 6. Place a “roof” at the top of the frame. Allow glue to dry. 7. When glue is dry, take a length of thread, double it and tie it to the top of the roof. Make the loop long enough to fit on the branch of a Christmas tree.

CD Angel

Slightly heat compact disc to make it easier to cut. Cut in half, then cut one half in half again (makes ¼ of a disc). Cut doily in half, then cut one half in half again. Glue doilies to “shiney” side of compact disc. Glue the ¼ compact disc (dress) to the ½ compact disc (wings) as shown in picture. Form star garland into a circle (halo) and glue to back of furniture plug. Glue plug to point top of “dress”. Form ribbon into a loop and glue to back of “wings” for hanger.

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12 strips of 3/8” x 6½” paper Glue Toothpicks for applying glue Scissors Measured cutting mat (optional)

3-D Paper Snowflakes 1. Find the exact center to two strips and glue them together to form a plus (+) sign, making certain that they intersect at the exact center of each strip (figure

A). Forming these on top of a measured cutting mat will ensure a perfect 90-degree angle. Note: The horizontal strip should be under the vertical strip. 2. On each side of the horizontal strip, glue another horizontal strip (figure B). This time the horizontal strips go over the vertical strip. In all cases, the strips should butt up next to each other. 3. Weave two vertical strips into position, again butting them up to the ones next to them, and glue at all overlapping spots (figure C). You will have used six strips to make a woven plus (+) sign. 4. Weave the remaining six strips together to form another plus (+) sign (figure D). 5. Turn one of the plus signs a quarter turn to the right so you have an X. Place the plus sign on top of it (figure E – next page). 6. Hold the end of a center strip of the top (plus) half in one hand. Directly underneath will be an inside corner of the X half. This looks like an L shape. Take the end of one of the corner L strips, flip it over like a pancake (one half twist), and glue it to the tip of the center strip you are holding (figure F – next page). You will be hoping for an oval-shaped angle, but for the moment any sort of an angle will do. After a few you will get the feel of it. Do the same with the other corner L strip and the same center strip. This forms one point of the eight-pointed snowflake (figure G – next page). Note: Make certain that the glue is set before moving on to the next strip. The half twists are like cocked rubber bands and you do not want them to come un-cocked! 7. After one point is complete, rotate the entire things to get to the next center strip on the top half. It gets easier after the first point since the two halves are then fastened together. Note: It will be helpful to work on a sheet of cork and stick a push pin thru the center to hold things together. Do whatever works for you.

Figure A

Figure B

Figure C

Figure D

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8. Continue to lift, twist and glue two strips for two more points. 9. Turn the entire piece over and repeat the process on the four points on the underneath (bottom) half (figure I). 10. After the glue has dried completely, trim the dog-ears off of each point. Just follow the curve of the point. Notes & Variations: At first reading you may thing you will never know what you’re supposed to do, but when you actually try to make a snowflake you will find it fairly easy. A lacier look can be achieved by changing the position of the 12 strips when weaving them together. Rather than butt the strips up next to each other, leave a 1/8-inch or ¼-inch between them. Smaller and lacier looking snowflakes can be made using 1/8-inch-wide strips instead of the 3/8-inch-wide ones. In this case, the strips should be cut 4¼ inches in length.

Figure E

Figure F

Figure G

Figure H

Figure I

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Turkey Potluck Casserole 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted ½ teaspoon paprika 2 cups rice cereal, crushed to measure 1 cup 3 tablespoons butter or

margarine 3 tablespoons flour 2 cups cooked rice 1 2/3 cups milk or half-and-half cream ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley ½ - 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional) 1 cup cooked turkey, chopped 2 cups shredded American or Cheddar cheese ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup frozen peas, defrosted black pepper (to taste) (optional) ½ -1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional) Set oven to 350°. Grease a 2 quart casserole dish. Combine a 2 tablespoons melted butter with paprika and add the crushed rice cereal; mix and set aside. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Whisk in flour, garlic powder (if using) and black pepper and thyme (if using); gradually add half and half cream, whisking constantly until smooth. Raise heat to medium; cook until bubbly and thickened, stirring constantly. Add in shredded cheese and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted. Remove from heat; stir in rice, parsley, chopped turkey and peas. Pour into prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle cereal mix evenly over top. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until thoroughly heated and bubbly. Makes 6-8 servings.

Crockpot Easy Beef Stew

4 medium red potatoes 1 ½ pounds beef stew meat 1/3 cup flour salt and pepper to taste 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained 3 cups frozen stir-fry bell pepper and onions Scrub potatoes and cut each into quarters. Place in bottom of 4 quart slow cooker. Mix flour, salt and pepper and toss with beef to coat. Add to crockpot. Add undrained tomatoes. Cover crockpot and cook on low for 7-8 hours until beef and potatoes are tender. Add stir fry vegetables. Cover and cook on low for 30-40 minutes until vegetables are hot and tender. Makes 4-6 servings.

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Low Calorie Chicken

Chicken, cut up and skinned Low calorie dry Italian dressing mix Salt and pepper to taste Place chicken in baking dish and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with dry dressing mix. Bake at 400° covered for about 50 minutes. Remove cover and bake for 10 minutes more

Low-Fat Creamy Broccoli Soup

1 teaspoon olive oil 1 large onion 1 box (10 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli 1 ½ cups frozen broccoli pieces 2 cans (14 ½ oz. each) fat-free chicken broth 2 teaspoons Worchestershire sauce 1 teaspoon low-sodium chicken bouillon crystals ¼ teaspoon dried tarragon ½ cup fat-free sour cream black pepper to taste ¼ cup already-shredded, reduced fat sharp cheddar cheese Heat the oil in a 4 ½ quart Dutch oven or soup pot on low heat. Meanwhile, peel and coarsely chop the onion, adding it to the pot as you chop. Raise the heat to medium. While the onion cooks, microwave the chopped and broccoli pieces, uncovered on high, for 4 minutes to partially defrost. While the broccoli defrosts, raise the Dutch oven heat to high and add the chicken broth, Worcestershire, chicken bouillon and tarragon. Cover the pot, raise the heat to high and bring it to a boil. As soon as the broth boils, add the broccoli (even if it is still partially frozen). Cover the pot, then reduce the heat to low. Cool the soup at a slow boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes to develop flavor. Season with pepper to taste. Just before serving, remove the pot from the heat and stir in the sour cream. To serve, ladle the soup into 4 bowls. Sprinkle1 tablespoon of cheddar cheese over each bowl. Serve at once. Serves 4.

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Chicken Supreme

6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 slices bacon 1 (10 oz.) can condensed cream of chicken soup 3 oz. sliced Swiss cheese 1 (4 oz.) jar sliced mushrooms, drained In large skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon from skillet and drain on paper towels. Crumble bacon and set aside in refrigerator. In bacon drippings in skillet, cook chicken over medium heat 3-5 minutes or until light brown, turning once. Place in 4-6 quart slow cooker. Top with mushrooms. In skillet, heat soup and pour over mushrooms and chicken. Cover and cook on low setting for 4 hours. Top chicken with cheese slices and sprinkle with bacon. Cover and cool on high for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted. Makes 6 servings.

Pretzel Salad 1 (15 oz.) package pretzels 1 (1 oz) package garlic herb salad dressing mix 2/3 cup peanut oil 2 pinches salt In a large bag combine pretzels, peanut oil, salad dressing mix and salt. Shake bag to coat pretzels. Makes 12 servings.

Kid’s Party Mix 1 ½ cups candy-coated chocolate pieces 3 cups bite-size cheddar cheese crackers 3 cups thin pretzel sticks, broken in half 1 ½ cups raisins Mix chocolate candies, pretzels, crackers, and raisins together and store in mixture in a tightly covered container. Makes 9 cup servings.

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Amazing Cheese Ball 1 cup chopped peanuts ½ cup chopped fresh parsley 8 oz processed American cheese 1 teaspoon minced garlic 8 oz blue cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce Combine peanuts and parsley in a small bowl and set aside. Combine cheeses, garlic, Worcestershire sauce and hot pepper sauce in large bowl. Mix well. Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour. Form chilled cheese mixture in to ball shape. Roll in peanut and parsley mixture.

Crab ‘N Shrimp Dip 8 oz. cream cheese, softened 1 (6 oz) can crab meat, drained 1 tablespoon mayonnaise 1 (4.5 oz) can small shrimp, drained 1 green onion, chopped Blend together the cream cheese and mayonnaise. Add the green onion, crab and shrimp. Place in a covered container and chill overnight.

Artichoke Cheese Dip ½ cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon dried dill weed ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/8 teaspoon lemon pepper ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese ½ (14 oz) can artichoke hearts, drained 1/8 teaspoon onion salt Preheat oven to 350°. Combine the mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, jack cheese, onion salt, dill weed, lemon pepper and artichoke hearts. Mix well and pour into a 2 quart baking dish. Bake uncovered for 30minutes. Serve with toasted French bread or garlic bread. Makes 6 servings.

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Christmas Date Nut Bread Nonstick cooking spray 8 oz. pitted chopped dates 1 1/3 cups chopped walnuts 1 1/3 cups chopped pecans 3 tablespoons butter 2 cups self-rising flour 1 ½ cups granulated sugar ½ cup breakfast-style orange juice 4 large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Preheat the oven to 325°. Spray 4 mini loaf pans with nonstick cooking spray. Place the pans on a baking sheet. Place enough dates in each loaf pan just to cover the bottom in a single layer. Top the dates with a layer of walnuts and pecans. Set the pans aside. Place the butter in a 2 cup microwave-safe container and cover it with a paper towel. Microwave 1 minute, on high, or until melted. Place the eggs in a 2 quart or larger mixing bowl and whisk until foamy. Whisk in the melted butter and orange juice. Stir in the sugar and flour until well incorporated and the batter is smooth. (You can use an electric mixer.) Pour ¼ of the batter over the nut mixture in each loaf pan. Place the baking sheet with the 4 loaf pans in the center of the oven and bake 30 to 40 minutes or until the loaves are browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove the loaves from the oven and set aside to cool to room temperature. To store , cover the loaf pans with plastic wrap and then with foil. (The loaves can be left in the foil pans until given away or served.) The baked loaves may be frozen for up to 2 months. Makes 4 mini loaves, 6 servings each.

Pumpkin Cobbler

1 stick (1/2 cup) unsalted butter 1 cup self-rising flour 1 cup granulated sugar 1 cup whole or low-fat milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 eggs, beaten 1 small can (5 oz) evaporated milk 1 can (30 oz) pumpkin pie filling* vanilla ice cream for serving, if desired Preheat the oven to 350°. Cut the butter into four pieces and place it in a 9” X 13” glass baking dish. Place the dish in the heating oven to melt the butter. Meanwhile, in a medium bowl mix together the flour, sugar, regular milk and vanilla. Remove the melted butter from the oven and pour the flour mixture into the dish directly over the butter. Do not stir! Set the mixture aside. Break the eggs into a 2 quart measure or mixing bowl and whisk them. Add the evaporated milk and pumpkin pie mix. Stir to mix well. Slowly pour or spoon the filling mixture on top of the reserved crust batter in the pan. Do not stir, and do not worry about the filling reaching the sides of the pan! The crust batter will rise to cover most of the pumpkin as it bakes. Bake until the crust is dark golden brown on top, about 50 minutes to 1 hour. Let the cobbler rest 20 minutes or up to 1 hour before serving. Serve topped with vanilla ice cream, if desired. Serves 8 to 10. *DO NOT USE plain solid packed pumpkin. Be sure to buy the pie filling that calls for adding eggs.

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Confetti Party Mix

1 box (13 oz) honey grahams cereal such as Golden Grahams ™ (for about 9 cups) 2 cups raisins 2 cups M&M’s® plain chocolate candies 2 cups dry roasted salted peanuts 2 cups dried banana chips Combine all of the ingredients in a large mixing bowl or container. Break any large banana chips in half. Stir well, making sure to separate any raisins that may have clumped together. Store the mix at room temperature in an airtight container or tin for up to 3 weeks. Makes 17 cups mix.

Chocolate Pizzas 1 large bag (24 oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips 3 oz (3 squares) vanilla-flavored candy coating 1 cup Rice Krispies® cereal 1 cup miniature marshmallows 1 cup salted dry-roasted peanuts Optional toppings: sliced maraschino cherries, sweetened shredded coconut, M&M’s candies Place the chocolate chips and 2 oz of the candy coating in a 2 quart or larger microwave-safe bowl. Microwave, uncovered on high, until melted, about 3 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Meanwhile, line 4 (9”) paper plates with sheets of waxed paper. Set aside. Stir the chocolate mixture to blend well. Add the cereal, marshmallows, and peanuts, and stir well. Spoon ¼ of the chocolate mixture onto each of the wax paper-covered paper plates, spreading the chocolate to within ½” of the edge of each plate. Top each chocolate pizza with sliced maraschino cherries, shredded coconut, or M&M’s , if desired. (If using cherries or M&M’s you may have to lightly press them into the chocolate to get them to adhere.) Place the remaining 1 oz of candy coating in a small microwave-safe bowl, and microwave, uncovered on high, until it melts, about 1 minute. Stir well, and then drizzle the candy coating evenly over each pizza. Chill the pizzas in the refrigerator until hard, about 30 minutes. Peel the wax paper from the back of each pizza, and wrap them. The pizzas keep refrigerated for up to 1 week. To serve, place each pizza on a cutting board, and using a sharp chef’s knife, cut into 8 “pizza” slices. Makes 4 (8”) pizzas for 32 servings.

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Pizza Pockets 2 packages (10 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough 1 ½ cups jarred spaghetti sauce or pizza sauce ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup chopped ham or pepperoni ¼ cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese Preheat the oven to 425°. Unroll dough on a clean, dry surface. Cut along perforated lines with scissors or a sharp knife. Place about 2 teaspoons of sauce in the center of half of the dough triangles. Spread sauce to within ¼ inch of the edge. (Be careful not to get any of the filling on the edge of the dough or they won’t seal later.) Add about 1 tablespoon of mozzarella and 1 tablespoon of the meat on top of the sauce. Cover each piece with one of the remaining plain triangles. Using the tines of a fork, press the dough edges together to seal each pocket. Prick holes in each top with a fork. Place the pockets on a baking sheet covered with corn meal or vegetable oil spray to prevent sticking. Sprinkle each top with about 2 teaspoons of parmesan cheese. Bake 8 to 10 minutes, or until the crust is flaky and golden brown. Meanwhile, warm the remaining sauce in the microwave, and serve it as a dipping sauce. Makes 8 pizza pockets.

Crockpot Peach Crisp

2/3 cup old fashioned oats ½ cup sugar 1/3 cup bisquick ½ cup brown sugar ½ teaspoon cinnamon 4 cups sliced canned peaches Lightly grease inside of crock or spray with cooking spray. Mix dry ingredients together in bowl. Stir in peaches until well blended. Pour into Crock-pot. Cover and cook on low 4 to 6 hours. Serves 6 – 8.

Cherry Delights

Buy a bag of mini Pecan Sandies and a container of cherry cake frosting (any brand will do) Spread the frosting between two cookies and you’ve got Cherry Delights! These delicious cookie bites serve as small bites for dieters, are a big, big time saver, and they added color to trays of other cookies. They’re so easy it would be a great kid’s activity. Most grocery stores stock several different brands of cookies in miniature or “bite-sized”. You can use any combination of frostings and cookies.

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Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

2 egg yolks 2 cups brown sugar 1 cup vegetable oil 1 teaspoon cloves 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 cups cooked pumpkin 3 cups flour Beat egg yolks, brown sugar and oil together until smooth. Add pumpkin and dry ingredients. Mix well. Drop by large teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets. Bake at 350° for 12 minutes. Cool. Fill with filling: 2 teaspoon vanilla 4 tablespoons flour 2 egg whites, unbeaten 2 tablespoons milk 1 ½ cup vegetable shortening 1 box confectioners’ sugar (1 lb) Combine all ingredients and mix well. Spread between cookie. Makes about 3 dozen.

Quick And Easy Yeast Rolls

1 pkg. rapid rise yeast ¾ cup warm water (105° to 115°) ½ teaspoon salt 2 ½ to 2 ¾ cups flour 2 tablespoons sugar 2 tablespoons oil 1 egg butter, softened Dissolve yeast in water in a bowl. Add sugar, oil, salt and egg. Stir to dissolve sugar and salt. Stir in 1 cup flour until smooth. Cover with cloth and place on rack over bowl of hot water in the oven after turning on warm for about a minute. Let rise 15 minutes. Grease square pan, 9” X 9” X 2”. Stir down batter and add 1 ½ cups flour. Stir until mixed, 3 minutes. If sticky, knead in ¼ cup flour. Divide dough into 16 balls. Cover with cloth and place on rack over bowl of hot water for 25 minutes. Heat oven to 425°. Bake 12 to 15 minutes. Brush tops with butter and serve warm. CHEDDAR ROLLS: Add ½ cup shredded Sharp cheese with second addition of flour. Continue as directed. Bake 15 to 17 minutes. CINNAMON NUT ROLLS: After shaping, roll each ball in 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, ½ teaspoon cinnamon and ¼ cup chopped nuts. Continue as directed. HONEY ORANGE ROLLS: While dough is rising the first time, heat ¼ cup sugar, 2 teaspoons butter, 2 teaspoons orange juice and 2 teaspoons honey to boiling. Stir in 1/3 cup chopped nuts. Pour into greased 9”X9”X2” pan. Continue as directed.

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No-Bake Peanut Chew Cake

Crush 1 package graham crackers into crumbs. Mix with 2 sticks of melted margarine, 2 ½ cups powdered sugar, and 1 cup crunchy peanut butter. Press into a 9” X 13” pan. Melt 1 (12 oz) package of chocolate chips and spread over top. Cut into squares in pan, and freeze.

Éclair Cake (No Bake)

2 (3.4 oz) boxes French vanilla instant pudding 2 ½ cups milk 1 (16 oz) carton cool whip, frozen topping thawed 1 (1 lb.) box graham crackers (NOT crumbs) 2 cups prepared sour cream chocolate frosting (or 1 container) Lightly butter a 13” X 9” baking pan. Layer bottom of baking pan with graham crackers, (they may have to be cut to fit in the baking dish). Mix the puddings and the milk, when it starts to thicken, fold in the cool whip topping. Spread half of the pudding/topping mixture onto the crackers, then add another layer of graham crackers (repeat, ending up with the cracker on top). Frost the top layer of crackers using all of the chocolate icing. Refrigerate overnight or for 4 hours before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy! Makes 1 13” X 9” cake.

Bacon Chestnuts 1 pound thick cut bacon 1 (8oz)can water chestnuts Slice bacon in half; wrap one piece bacon around one chestnut. Skewer with toothpick to hold in place. Broil in toaster or conventional oven, turning frequently, until the bacon is evenly cooked. Serve warm.

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Peanut Butter Apple Dessert

1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs ( about 24 squares) ½ cup packed brown sugar ½ cup peanut butter, plus 1/3 cup peanut butter, dividend ¼ cup butter or margarine, melted 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened ¾ cup sugar 1 (16 oz) carton cool whip, frozen topping thawed 2 (21 oz) cans apple pie filling ¾ cup confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon In a bowl, combine cracker crumbs, brown sugar, ½ cup peanut butter and butter; spoon half into a 3 quart bowl. In another mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth; fold in whipped topping. Spread half over crumb mixture in the bowl. Top with one can of pie filling. Combine icing sugar, cinnamon, and remaining peanut butter until crumbly; sprinkle half over pie filling. Repeat layers. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving . Spoon into serving dishes, enjoy! Makes 15 servings.

Peanut Butter Pretzel Bark

½ bag (about 7 ½ oz) thin pretzels 1 package (10 oz) peanut butter chips 1 package (12 oz) white chocolate chips 2 tablespoons smooth peanut butter Line a cookie sheet with foil, and set it aside, (Or, if a cookie sheet won’t fit in your refrigerator, use a 13” X 9” baking pan.) Pour the pretzels into a gallon-size, zipper-top plastic bag. Seal the bag, and use the palm of your hand to break up (but not crush) the pretzels into pieces. You should have about 3 cups pieces. Set them aside. Pour both packages of chips into a medium-size microwave-safe bowl. Add the peanut butter. Microwave, uncovered on high, for 2 minutes. Remove the bowl from the microwave, and stir. Continue to microwave just until the chips are completely melted, about 1 minute more. Stir the mixture until it is smooth and well mixed. Add the pretzel pieces, and stir just until they are coated. Pour the mixture onto the cookie sheet, and use the back of a spoon to spread it evenly. Refrigerator until the bark is hard, about 30 minutes. Remove from the refrigerator, and let the bark come almost back to room temperature, about 10 minutes, and them break into bite-size pieces. Refrigerate the pieces in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Makes about 36 pieces.

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Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer

½ (8 oz) package refrigerated crescent rolls ½ teaspoon dried dill weed 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese 1 egg yolk, beaten Unroll dough on a lightly floured surface; press together seams to form a 12” X 4 “ rectangle. Sprinkle one side of the cream cheese with half of the dill weed. Place brick of cream cheese dill side down in center of dough. Sprinkle dill on top of cream cheese. Enclose cream cheese by bringing sides of dough together and pressing edges to seal. Place dough on lightly greased cookie sheet. Brush with beaten egg. Bake at 350° for 15 to 18 minutes. Serve warm. Makes 8 servings.

Baked Fruit Dip

1 (16 oz) package soft style cream cheese with pineapple 2 cups dried cranberries ¾ pound shredded Swiss cheese 2 tablespoons orange juice ¼ cup apple juice Preheat oven to 375°. In a medium bowl, blend the cream cheese, Swiss cheese, cranberries, orange juice, and apple juice. Scoop into a 9” pie pan. Bake 15 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned. Makes 12 servings.

Delmonico Potatoes

1 (2 pound) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed 1 (8 oz) package cued processed cheese food 2 cups half-and-half ½ cup butter Preheat oven to 350°. Place frozen potatoes in a 13” X 9” baking dish. In a saucepan on the stovetop or in microwave on low, melt together cheese and butter or margarine. When melted, blend in the cream. Pour mixture over frozen potatoes, and cover pan with foil. Bake for 1 hour. Remove foil, and bake 15 minutes more. Makes 8 servings.

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Sweet Potato Casserole 1 (40 oz) can cut sweet potatoes, un-drained 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup white sugar 1 cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 1 cup chopped pecans 1/3 cup butter 1/3 cup all-purpose flour 1/3 cup milk 1/3 cup butter, melted Preheat oven to 350°. Butter a 2 quart baking dish. Place the sweet potatoes and their liquid in a medium saucepan, and bring to a boil. Cook 15 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, drain, and mash. In a medium bowl, mix the mashed sweet potatoes, white sugar, eggs, 1/3 cup butter, milk, and vanilla extract. Spread evenly into the prepared baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the brown sugar, chopped pecans, flour, and 1/3 cup melted butter. Sprinkle over the sweet potato mixture. Bake 35 minutes in the preheated oven, or until knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Makes 8 servings.

Carrot Souffle

1 ¾ pounds carrots, peeled and chopped 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup white sugar 3 eggs, beaten 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder ½ cup margarine, softened 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract 2 teaspoons confectioners’ sugar Preheat oven to 350°. In a large pot of boiling water, cook the carrots until very tender. Drain, and transfer to a large mixing bowl. While carrots are warm, use an electric mixer to beat with sugar, baking powder, and vanilla extract until smooth. Mix in the flour, eggs, and margarine. Transfer to a 2 quart baking dish. Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until top is golden brown. Sprinkle lightly with confectioners’ sugar before serving. Makes 8 servings.

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Cheesecake Topped Brownies

1 (21.5 oz) package brownie mix 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened 1 egg 2 tablespoons butter, softened 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 (16 oz) container prepared chocolate frosting Preheat oven to 350°. Grease a 9” X 13” baking pan. Prepare brownie mix according to the directions on the package. Spread into prepared baking pan. In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese, butter and cornstarch until fluffy. Gradually beat in sweetened condensed milk, egg and vanilla until smooth. Pour cream cheese mixture evenly over brownie batter. Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until top is lightly browned. Allow to cool, spread with frosting, and cut into bars. Store covered in refrigerator, or freeze in a single layer for up to 2 weeks. (40 servings.)

Apple Raisin Cakes 2 eggs, beaten 1 cup applesauce 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons white sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 teaspoons vanilla extract ½ cup raisins In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, applesauce, cinnamon, sugar, flour, baking powder, vanilla, and raisins. Form small cakes out of the batter. Heat a nonstick griddle over medium heat, fry the cakes until both sides are browned, about 5 to 7 minutes. Makes 6 servings/serving size: 2 pancakes .

Uglies

1 pound ground beef chuck 1 (10 oz) pkg. refrigerated biscuit dough ½ cup chopped onion 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese ½ teaspoon garlic powder 1 ½ cups barbeque sauce Preheat oven to 400°. Lightly grease 8 muffin cups. In a large skillet or frying pan, cook ground chuck with onion and garlic powder until evenly brown; drain off the grease. Stir in the barbeque sauce and simmer for another 3 minutes. Roll out each biscuit on a floured surface so that each biscuit is 6” across. Put the biscuit in the muffin tin and fold up sides to create a cup shape. Fill each biscuit fill almost to the top with the meat mixture; top with cheddar cheese. Bake in preheated oven until biscuits are baked, cheese is melted and tops are golden brown, about 15 minutes.

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Zesty Cheese Ball 16 oz. cream cheese 1 jar shredded, dried beef 1/3 cup zesty Italian salad dressing Mix all, chill, shape and cover with pecans. Serve with Townhouse crackers.

Cream Cheese with Chili Sauce A great cream cheese recipe for a dip starter is a block of cream cheese drizzled with sweet chili sauce (Thai style) then covered in fresh coriander. Serve with rice cracker or other “light” biscuits (crackers).

Barbeque Meatballs 1 lb. Ground beef 1/3 cup fine bread crumbs 1 egg, slightly beaten ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning ½ cup catsup 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed 2 tablespoons vinegar 2 tablespoons soy sauce Mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg and poultry seasoning. Shape into about 2 dozen 1 ½ inch balls. Brown balls slowly in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat; pour off excess fat. In a small bowl, combine catsup, brown sugar, vinegar and soy sauce. Pour over meatballs. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring constantly, for 15 minutes. Serve warm.

Eggless Nog

4 oz. pkg. instant vanilla pudding mix 2 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 8 cups soy milk, divided 1 teaspoon nutmeg ½ cup sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon ground ginger Dissolve pudding mix with one cup soy milk; mix until thickened. Add remaining ingredients; blend well. Chill for at least one hour before serving. Makes 8 servings.

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Instant Cappuccino

¾ cup powdered chocolate drink mix 4 cups powdered milk 1 cup instant coffee granules 1 cup confectioners’ sugar ½ (7 oz) jar nondairy amaretto-flavored creamer In a large bowl, combine chocolate drink mix, instant coffee, confectioners’ sugar, powered milk and nondairy creamer. Store in an airtight container. To serve. Stir 3 tablespoons mixture with 6 ounces boiling water.

Coffee Mix

2 cups coffeemate 1 ½ cups hot cocoa mix 1 ½ cups white sugar ½ teaspoon nutmeg 1 ½ cups instant coffee 1 teaspoon cinnamon Mix above ingredients. Put 4 heaping teaspoons of mix into 1 cup boiling water, to insure good cup of coffee.

Sparkling Red Slush Punch

1 cup boiling water 2 cups sugar 1 can pineapple juice, large can 2 quarts cranberry juice Stir sugar into boiling water. Let cool. Add other liquids and freeze. Remove from freezer ½ hour before serving. Scoop out slush into punch bowl. When bowl is ½ full, slowly add lemon-lime soda (1 gallon maximum). Slush mixture with back of spoon before serving. This can also be done on a per-serving basis. Put frozen mixture in a glass, and add soda. Stir. Yield: 2 gallons.

Santa’s Tangy Punch

2/3 cups tang ½ cup sugar 3 cups water 2 cups pineapple juice ¼ teaspoon almond extract 1 quart ginger ale Mix tang, sugar, water, pineapple juice, and almond extract together and mix well. Just before serving add the ginger ale. You can pour some of the mixture into ice trays and freeze them till they are just smushy and dump them into the punch mixture. This punch is an orange color.

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Christmas Punch

2 packs red kool aid 2 cups sugar 2 quarts water add 1 –46oz can pineapple 1 ½ gallon raspberry sherbet 1 – 64 oz ginger ale Mix all together. This is a pretty pink colored punch.

Divine Hot Spinach’n Artichoke

Chicken Bake

1 can (14 oz) artichoke hearts, drained and chopped 1 cup mayonnaise 1 package (10 oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 4 oz) 1 clove garlic, finely chopped or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder with parsley (optional) 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 2 lbs) Preheat oven to 375°. In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken. In 13” X 9” baking dish, arrange chicken. Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture. Bake uncovered 30 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked and topping is golden brown. Serves 6.

Stuffing-Coated Chicken

1 ½ cups stuffing mix, finely crushed 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese ¼ cup butter, melted 1 garlic clove, minced 5 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 to 8 oz each) In shallow dish, combine the stuffing crumbs and Parmesan cheese. In another shallow dish, combine butter and garlic. Dip chicken in butter mixture, then coat with stuffing mixture. Place in a greased 13” X 9” X 2 “ baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining stuffing mixture and drizzle with remaining butter mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Yield: 5 servings.

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Apple Dews

2 cans crescent rolls 1 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 2 Granny Smith Apples 1 stick butter or margarine 1 (12.5 oz) can Mountain Dew Peel and core apples, slice each apple into 8 slices. Separate crescent rolls. Roll a slice of apple in each crescent roll, sealing thoroughly. Place in a 13” X 9” baking dish. Melt butter, add sugar and vanilla and spoon over rolls. Then pour Mountain Dew over all and bake. Bake in preheated 350° oven for 40 minutes.

Strawberry Pound Cake

1 box white cake mix 1 pkg. strawberry jello (small) ¾ cup oil 4 eggs 1 box strawberries (small) 3 tablespoons self-rising flour ½ cup of water Mix cake mix, flour and jello. Add oil. Beat in the 4 eggs. Add ½ cup water with ½ of the strawberries. Beat and bake at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes. ICING: 2 cups powdered sugar ½ stick butter and the rest of the strawberries Mix together the sugar, butter and the rest of the strawberries. Ice the cake with this mixture.

Caramel Squares

2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 20 graham crackers) 1 can sweetened condensed milk 6 oz package of butterscotch chips 1 cup chopped nuts Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour 9” square pan. Combine all in ingredients and spread in pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Cut into squares while still warm.

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Oreo Cake

24 Oreo cookies, crushed 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/3 cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup margarine, melted 1 box butter recipe yellow cake mix In a medium bow, combine crushed Oreo cookies, chocolate chips, flour, and melted margarine. Set aside. Mix cake mix as instructed on box. Pour half of the cake batter into greased 13” X 9” x 2” pan. Take 2 cups of Oreo mixture and sprinkle over batter. Pour remainder of cake batter over this and top with remaining Oreo mixture. Bake at 350° for 40 to 45 minutes. GLAZE: 1 cup confectioner’s sugar 2 to 3 tablespoons milk Mix together sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle over warm cake. Serves 16.

Oatmeal Peanut Butter Cookies

2/3 cup oatmeal 2/3 cup peanut butter 2 cups flour 2 eggs 1 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons milk ¼ teaspoon baking soda 4 tablespoons liquid sweetener 2 teaspoons baking powder 2 tablespoons sugar substitute ½ cup oil Sift flour, salt, soda and baking powder. Cream next 6 ingredients together. Add oatmeal; beat. Add flour mixture; stir until if forms a ball. Roll into 1 inch balls and place on ungreased cookie sheet. Press down with glass. Bake at 375° for 10 minutes.

S’more Mix

2 cups honey graham cereal 1 cup tiny marshmallows 1 cup peanuts ½ cup semisweet chocolate chips ½ cup raisins, or chocolate covered raisins Mix all ingredients in large plastic bag. Tightly close bag and shake well. To give as gifts divide the mix into small plastic or cellophane bags, and tie with a pretty ribbon and gift tag.

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Sugar Free Christmas Cutouts

½ cup shortening (soft) ½ teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons Splenda ½ cup skim milk 1 egg 2 tablespoons water 2 ½ cups cake flour* 1 teaspoon vanilla or 2 teaspoons baking powder or other flavoring Cream shortening; add Splenda and egg. Beat well. Combine flour, baking powder and salt in a sifter. Combine milk, water and vanilla in a mixing bowl. Sift flour mixture alternately with milk into creamed mixture, mixing after each addition. Chill thoroughly. Roll out to 1/16” thickness. Use cookie cutters. Bake at 375° for 7 ½ minutes. *Substitution for cake flour: Use 2 cup minus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour.

Chocolate Crunch In A Jar

1/3 cup miniature candy coated chocolate baking bits 1 cup rice cereal squares 1 cup peanuts 2/3 cup butterscotch chips 1/3 cup miniature candy coated chocolate baking bits In 1 quart jar, place 1/3 cup coated chocolate baking bits. Top with a layer of waxed paper or parchment paper. Place cereal squares and peanuts in layers on top. Then top with remaining 1/3 cup coated chocolate baking bits and butterscotch chips, packing down lightly so everything fits in the jar. Cover tightly and store in cool dry place. Label with these instructions. Instructions: Chocolate Crunch ¼ cup peanut butter Container of Chocolate Crunch in a Jar In a medium saucepan, combine ¼ cup peanut butter with top layer of coated chocolate bits and the butterscotch chips. Melt over medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth. Remove from heat and add cereal squares and peanuts. Drop by tablespoons onto parchment paper lined cookie sheets, then sprinkle with remaining baking bits in the jar that are under the parchment paper. Chill 10-15 minutes until set. Makes 20 candies.

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Candy Bar Cookie Squares

1 package (18 ¼ oz) yellow cake mix ½ cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs ½ cup butter, melted 3 Snickers candy bars (2.07 oz each), chopped In a large mixing bowl, combine the cake mix, brown sugar, eggs and butter. Beat on low speed for 2 minutes, scraping bowl occasionally. Stir in chopped candy. Spread into an ungreased 13” X 9” X 2” baking pan. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares. Yield: 2 dozen.

Gingersnap Pumpkin Pudding

1 ¾ cups cold milk ½ cup canned pumpkin 1 pkg. (3.4 oz) instant cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix ¼ to ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 10 gingersnaps 1 cup whipped topping In a bowl, whisk milk and pudding mix for 2 minutes. Stir in the pumpkin and pie spice. Let stand for 2 minutes or until soft-set. Set aside three gingersnaps: crush the rest. Fold whipped topping into pudding; spoon into desert bowls. Sprinkle with cookie crumbs. Serve with whole gingersnaps. Yield: 3 servings.

Halloween Snack Mix

6 cups caramel corn 2 cups salted cashews or peanuts 1 ½ cups candy corn 1/3 cup raisins In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; mix well. Yield: about 2 quarts.

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Triple Chocolate Quick Bread

½ cup butter or margarine, softened 2/3 cup packed brown sugar 2 eggs 1 cup (6 oz) miniature semisweet chocolate chips, melted 1 ½ cups applesauce 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt ½ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips Glaze: ½ cup semisweet miniature chocolate chips 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 2-3 tablespoons half-n-half ½ cup powdered sugar ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract pinch salt In a mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs and melted chocolate; mix well. Add applesauce and vanilla. Set aside. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in chocolate chips. Spoon batter into 4 greased mini loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until done. Cool in pans for 10 minutes before removing to wire racks to cool completely. For glaze, melt chocolate chips and butter in a saucepan; stir in cream. Remove from heat; stir in sugar, vanilla, and salt. Drizzle over warm bread. Yield: 4 mini loaves.

Corn Spoon Bread

1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese, softened 1/3 cup sugar 1 cup milk ½ cup egg substitute 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg Dash pepper 2 1/3 cups frozen corn, thawed 1 can (14 ¾ oz) cream-style corn 1 pkg. (8 ½ oz) corn bread/muffin mix In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gradually beat in milk. Beat in the egg substitute, butter, salt, nutmeg and pepper until blended. Stir in corn and cream-style corn. Stir in corn bread mix just until moistened. Pour into a greased 3 quart slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or until center is almost set. Yield: 8 servings.

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Butterscotch Dip

2 pkgs. (10 to 11 oz. each) butterscotch chips 2/3 cup evaporated milk 2/3 cup chopped pecans Apple and pear wedges 1 tablespoon rum extract In a mini slow cooker, combine butterscotch chips and milk. Cover and cook on low for 45-50 minutes or until chips are softened; stir until smooth. Stir in pecans and extract. Serve warm with fruit. Yield: about 3 cups.

Christmas Sour Cream

Potato Salad

1/3 cup Italian salad dressing 7 med. Potatoes, cooked in skins, peeled, and sliced (about 6 cups) ¾ cup sliced celery 1/3 cup sliced green onion 4 hard boiled eggs 1 cup mayonnaise ½ cup sour cream salt to taste celery seed to taste 1 ½ teaspoons prepared horseradish mustard Pour Italian dressing over warm sliced potatoes. Chill 2 hours. Add celery and onion. Separate egg whites from yolks, chop, and add. In small bowl, sieve yolks ( mash with a fork). Mix with mayo, sour cream, and mustard; fold into salad. Add salt and celery seed to taste. Chill 2 hours. Take some of the green onion stalk and pimento to decorate the top in a festive Christmas manner. Makes 8 servings.

Butterscotch Fruit Salad

2 large yellow apples or 4 small 1 can crushed pineapple (do not drain) 1 sugar free butterscotch pudding mix 1 cup mini marshmallows ½ cup pecan pieces or walnuts 1 fat free cool whip Peel and dice apples, add the pineapple with juice. Sprinkle dry butterscotch pudding mix over apples and pineapple mix. Mix well. Add marshmallows and nuts. Mix well. The add the cool whip and mix really well.

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Banana Cream Pudding

Mix In a Cup

Mix ingredients: 2 tablespoons banana cream instant pudding mix 6 vanilla wafers, broken into 6 pieces each 1. Place both ingredients into a snack size ziplock bag. Attach instructions. 2. If giving as a gift—put pudding mix and instructions into a coffee cup. BANANA PUDDING 1. Empty bag of mix into a coffee cup. 2. Add ½ cup milk. Stir very well. 3. Refrigerate 5-10 minutes. 4. Add half of a banana, sliced. Stir well. 1 to 2 servings.

Butterfingers Pudding

Mix In A Cup

Mix Ingredients: 2 tablespoons butterscotch instant pudding mix 6 vanilla wafers, broken into 6 pieces each 2 Butterfingers miniatures (or 1 fun size) 1. Place first two ingredients into a snack size ziplock bag. 2. Place wrapped candy(ies) into the bag. Attach instructions. 3. If giving as a gift, put mix and instructions into a coffee cup. BUTTERFINGERS PUDDING 1. Empty bag of mix into a coffee cup. 2. Add ½ cup milk. Stir very well. 3. Cut candies into pieces. Place in cup. 4. Refrigerate 5-10 minutes. 1 to 2 servings.

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“Dirt” Pudding Mix In A Cup

Mix ingredients: 2 tablespoons chocolate instant pudding mix 1 tablespoon very finely chopped pecans 3 Oreo cookies, broken into 6-8 pieces each 1. Place all ingredients into a snack size ziplock bag. Attach instructions. 2. If giving as a gift, put mix and instructions into a coffee cup. “DIRT” PUDDING 1. Empty bag of mix into coffee cup. 2. Add ½ cup milk. Stir very well. 3. Refrigerate 5-10 minutes. 1 to 2 servings.

Tomato-Cheese Ball

1 cup canned tomatoes, drained and chopped 8-oz. Pkg. cream cheese, softened 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese ½ cup margarine, softened ½ cup onion, chopped ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes 1 cup chopped pecans Combine first 8 ingredients, blending well. Place in a bowl and freeze for one hour. Mold into a ball; roll in pecans. Freeze for one more hour. Before serving, bring to room temperature.

Chocolate Cookie Fudge 18 oz. white chocolate (or almond bark) 1 can sweetened condensed milk dash of salt 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 bag chocolate cream-filled sandwich cookies Grease an 8x8 pan with butter. Crush half bag of cookies. Melt together sweetened condensed milk, salt and white chocolate over medium heat. Remove from heat, add vanilla and stir in cookies. Pour into pan and smooth out. Cool in refrigerator until firm. Cut into serving pieces.

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Easy Peppermint Pattie Cappuccino

1 small (1½-inch) peppermint pattie, unwrapped and quartered 2 teaspoons milk 1 cup hot brewed coffee In a large microwave-safe mug, place peppermint pattie pieces and milk. Microwave at HIGH (100%) 30 seconds or until candy is melted and smooth when stirred. Stir in hot coffee until mug is almost full. Top with whipped cream, if desired. Serve immediately. Note: It’s better with 2 peppermint patties. Flavored coffee creamer, instead of milk, would be great!

Make ‘em Beg Cake

1 9” X 13” deep dish cake pan 2 cans apple pie filling 1 box French Vanilla Cake Mix ¾ pound brown sugar 1 cup melted butter 1 can condensed milk 8 oz cream cheese melted in microwave until liquid 1 can ready to spread coconut pecan frosting 1 12 oz cool whip Preheat oven to 350°. Spray the pan with non stick cooking spray. Pour both cans of apples in bottom of pan and smooth. Sprinkle dry cake mix over apples and smooth, sprinkle brown sugar over cake mix, drizzle entire cup of butter over top of brown sugar and place in oven for 40 minutes or until done to touch. When done place on cooling rack—poke holes across the top (about 40 holes). Take melted cream cheese and mix in condensed milk – pour over hot cake. Let cool 15 –20 minutes. Mix frosting and cool whip together, blending well. Spread over cake and let stand 10 minutes – Ready to eat –place leftovers in refrigerator. Optional: Top with candied maraschino cherries and pecan halves.

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Sesame Seed Brittle

1 ½ cups sugar ½ cup honey

2 tablespoons water 1 teaspoon lemon juice

¼ teaspoon cinnamon 1 cup sesame seeds

Cook sugar, honey, water and lemon juice in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is dissolved. Continue cooking without stirring until mixture reaches 300° on a candy thermometer, about 20 minutes, remove from heat and stir in the cinnamon and sesame seeds. Pour the brittle into a buttered cookie sheet…in a thin layer. Loosen before the candy hardens. When cold, break the brittle into pieces. Makes 1 ½ pounds.

Cappuccino Bread

½ cup margarine, room temperature 1 cup brown sugar, packed

¾ cup cappuccino mix, dry (2 ½ individual packs) ½ cup buttermilk

1 teaspoon soda 2 eggs

2 cups flour, sifted 1/8 teaspoon soda

1 cup (8 oz) sour cream

Preheat oven to 300°. Cream together butter and brown sugar. Sift together flour, cappuccino, salt. Put 1 teaspoon soda in buttermilk, mix. Add eggs to creamed mixture one at a time, mix after each. Add dry ingredients including 1/8 teaspoon soda alternately with buttermilk and sour cream. Bake in greased and floured loaf pans for approximately 40 minutes, (Until springs back to touch.) Submitted by: Jeanette McDaniels

Farmers’ Market Vendor

POEM Sesame Seed Brittle

Sesame brittle, a little treat I know you’ll like it, you see

For like this brittle You’re really sweet

And mean the world to me

POEM Sesame Seed Brittle

This brittle without nuts Is still nutty just a little

Yet very yummy cause…

It’s sesame seed brittle

Acknowledgments Pack-O-Fun, Christmas 2003; Clapper Communications, Des Plaines, IL

Pack-O-Fun, December 2003; Clapper Communications, Des Plaines, IL

Snowmen 2003; Primedia, Inc., Bluffdale, UT

Snowmen 2004; Primedia, Inc., Bluffdale, UT

Crafts >n Things, November 2003; Clapper Communications, Des Plaines, IL

Crafting Traditions, April 2004, Reiman Media Group, Inc.; Greendale, Wisconsin

Christmas Ornaments, October 2003; Clapper Communications, Des Plaines, IL

Crafts, December 2003; Primedia Consumer Magazine, Bluffdale, UT

Jolly Holidays, Gosseberry Patch 2002

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