I apologize for my long absence. Having a baby, starting a new company and adjusting to life with 2 small children at the same time has been hectic, to say the very least. In my absence I have been learning how to slow down and enjoy all the many blessings I have in my life, even though some parts of it are far from perfect. Through some personal struggles my resolve has become even stronger to ...
Needle Felted Nisse/Tomte/Yule Elf
Nisser, Tomten and Yule Elves are associated with Scandinavia, the winter solstice and winter holiday season. They are known as gift givers, but not the same way as Santa Claus – although like Santa, it is important that you are nice to your Nisse! Nisse can be your answer to Elf on the Shelf for the Yuletide season, if you are a folklorist like me. I first encountered the Nisser when I lived ...
Fresh Thanksgiving Cranberries Two-Ways
Do you want to add a little pizazz to your cranberry sauce? Hoping to get a head start on Thanksgiving prep, but don’t have a lot of time? Making these quick, easy and tasty cranberry recipes ahead of time will save you time on the big day and will impress your guests! The best part is they only take 20 minutes to make. I got started on Thanksgiving prep this weekend. We are having dinner for ...
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