SETTING THE CHRISTMAS TABLE



http://ourvintagehomelove.blogspot.com/2011/12/christmas-table-decor-ideas.html

It's time to gather the tablecloth, napkins, napkin rings, silverware, and dinnerware so the creativity can begin.  Today I'm setting the table for that special Christmas dinner.

First, we need a special table.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87113858/vintage-table-kitchen-drop-leaf-style-in

Now, let's put on the apron and get busy.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/83149226/christmas-linen-vintage-hostess-half

I've gathered the necessary items to put together a warm and cheerful table.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/63977313/vintage-60s-christmas-linen-table-cloth

http://www.etsy.com/listing/85967757/vintage-christmas-table-runner-with

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87778308/wallace-sterling-silver-grand-baroque

http://www.etsy.com/listing/82443646/vintage-linenssix-christmas-placemats

http://www.etsy.com/listing/84148591/mid-century-christmas-napkin-set-linen

http://www.etsy.com/listing/85950059/christmas-holidays-dinnerware-set-for-7

http://www.etsy.com/listing/74388017/44-piece-set-world-bazaars-christmas?r

http://www.etsy.com/listing/37953193/10-tienshan-deck-the-halls-christmas

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60631511/7-vintage-emerald-green-glasses-stemware

http://www.etsy.com/listing/82532749/holly-cake-stand

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87608162/sale-20-off-christmas-red-tiered-plate

http://www.etsy.com/listing/85340845/english-christmas-napkin-rings-four

http://www.etsy.com/listing/86719706/christmas-napkin-holder-relpo-santa

Cleaning up is always the last chore, but Christmas towels give this job a cheerful note.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/85624878/vintage-christmas-linen-tea-towels-pair

http://www.etsy.com/listing/86463139/christmas-linen-tea-towel-mint

When dinner is done and it's time to relax, grab a comfy quilt and curl up with a cup of spiced apple cider.

http://www.etsy.com/listing/87931229/hand-made-appliqued-poinsettia-christmas

http://www.etsy.com/listing/85196469/quilt-sale-christmas-lap-quilt-flurry

Have a wonderful time putting your Christmas together and God Bless.

Pepper

ONE LAST PLUG FOR THE MAGNIFICENT PUMPKIN



http://www.etsy.com/listing/83285799/wool-pumpkins-autumn-halloween

It's nearly Thanksgiving and almost time for us to say good-bye to the pumpkin.  I have been planning ahead though and now have seeds for three kinds of pumpkins for next year....peanut pumpkins, white pumpkins, and a mix of orange and white miniature pumpkins.  Hopefully, I'll have the best ever pumpkin patch...at least I'm optimistic at this point.

Before we leave the pumpkin season I'd like to feature a few of the most interesting takes on the pumpkin that I've found on Etsy.  This little gallery is my tribute.



http://www.etsy.com/listing/79308543/pumpkin-patch-vintage-chenille-garden

http://www.etsy.com/listing/82930601/wooden-pumpkins-set-of-2

http://www.etsy.com/listing/82922193/tiny-pumpkin-patch-terrarium-necklace

http://www.etsy.com/listing/54626152/edible-chocolate-filled-candy-pumpkins-1

http://www.etsy.com/listing/79353340/hand-blown-glass-pumpkin-fall-harvest?ref=v1_other_1

http://www.etsy.com/listing/81941521/fall-decor-paper-pumpkins

http://www.etsy.com/listing/78591497/miniature-pumpkins-fall-autumn-orange

http://www.etsy.com/listing/60805714/welcome-pumpkin-with-autumn-leaves-for

http://www.etsy.com/listing/84847915/white-polka-dot-fabric-pumpkin-fall

http://www.etsy.com/listing/53770450/felt-pumpkin-halloween-or-thanksgiving

http://www.etsy.com/listing/83783518/made-in-1-daycustom-orderprimitive

I love all these items and I hope you'll find something that will fit right in with your Thanksgiving decorations.

Have a wonderful day!

Pepper

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO EVERYONE!


I have a confession to make. I follow all the standard traditions for other holidays but have my own special traditions for New Year's.

I snack, watch the Rose Bowl Parade, read, nap, and just vegitate all day. That's it, nothing, nada, zip, zero, no phone calls, no company, no shopping trip.................zippo!

It may not sound like much to most people, but it's one of my favorite days of the year and I faithfully observe all of these traditions. Because they are traditions and they are all mine! LOL

I wish you all a wonder New Year's Day and terrific New Year.

pepper

Cocktail Meatballs, Another Family Tradition

Here is the easiest recipe for the best cocktail meatballs. They are a favorite of our family for any special occasion and sometimes even "just because. 

1 16 oz. bag of frozen meatballs (about 30)
1 jar of chili sauce (This is the sweet chili sauce)

Thaw the meatballs, heat them in the slow cooker, add sauce and coat the meat, heat through stirring occasionally.

See, I told you it was easy. Let me know how you like them.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:Add one jar of chili sauce for each 16 ounce bag of meatballs. If you don't want to use a slow cooker you can use the oven, microwave, cassarole, or a large pot on the stove top.

pepper