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Fruitcake Cookies
Forget everything you think you know about fruitcake, because these cookies are a game changer. I used to think fruitcake was something people would give out at Christmas, but nobody actually ate. Like it was for decoration only, and gets passed around over the years. But I was wrong, oh so very wrong. Done right,…
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Mini Stocking Crochet Pattern
Ho, ho, ho! Crochet miniature Christmas stockings with this free pattern. Skills Required Magic Ring Crocheting in a spiral Joined rounds Chain stitch Slip stitch Single crochet Half double crochet Double crochet Increasing Back loop only Materials Yarn Color A: Worsted weight yarn such as Caron Simply Soft (100% Acrylic; 170g/315 yd) 1 skein in…
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Crochet a Magic Ring
Update: This tutorial is for crocheting right-handed, I now also have a tutorial for crocheting left-handed. What is a Magic Ring? A Magic Ring is a great way to to begin a crochet project that will be worked in the round. This technique is excellent for amigurumi. It is also called an Adjustable Ring, Magic…
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Pumpkin Biscuits with Maple Butter Glaze
Super easy, and crazy delicious, these drop biscuits are a new favorite in my house. Why pumpkin biscuits? Well, after making some fluffy pumpkin pancakes, I found myself with leftover pumpkin purée and buttermilk. I started thinking about what I could do with them, when it hit me: Pumpkin Biscuits! Regular buttermilk drop biscuits are…
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Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
I love oatmeal cookies, and I love pumpkin. It seems only natural to combine them into one delicious moist & chewy cookie. Spices An important part of the cookie is the spices. I no longer use that pre-made “pumpkin pie spice” you get at the grocery store for baking, instead I use a combination of…
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Ghostly Grooves for Ghastly Ghouls
It’s almost Halloween, which means it’s time to pump up the jams! I love Halloween music, and start listening to it on October 1st. The only problem is most stations seem to play the same few songs over and over again. It feels like an endless loop of “Time Warp”, the theme from Halloween, and…
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How To Color Aida Cloth With Paint (or any other cotton fabric)
Aida cloth comes in a few different colors, but not always in the color you need. When you cannot purchase the cloth in the color you want, you can paint it! I prefer painting to dyeing because it is quicker and easier to get a nice uniform color. These instructions will work on any type…