Christmas Ideas

This year, since I am working just one job, I'm trying to make a few Christmas gifts more than I usually do... I've finished a few (I'll have to show you some other time)... but want to share some design inspiration.

Pam Garrison-

I love the stockings she made last year, but most especially I love how she embellished some of the Putz houses...

More houses

and even more!

Sainsbury's (Print and Pattern)-

Apparently this is a grocery store, but I loved this particular design.

Xenia Taler-

Her tiles are just gorgeous, and these are 2 of my favorites:

Cabbage Rose Quilts-

This quilt pattern totally reminds me of a good friend. I'm not allowed to start this one until I finish another one I am working on, but I've already ordered my black and white fabric... this one will be a challenge (as I really don't like patterns)!

Spooky Soup

We're so lucky to with most of our parents at our school-- they're very supportive! They recently made lunch for the entire staff-- complete with a variety of soups, breads, and desserts. I wanted to share with you the recipe for one of the soups-- it's sooooo yummy!

Spooky Soup

You'll need: About 1 lb. ground beef; 1 chopped onion; 15 oz. chili without beans; 15 oz. stewing tomatoes; 2-16 oz. cans pinto beans; 10 oz. can tomatoes with chiles; 2 cups sour cream; 1 lb. cubed Velveeta; corn chips; sour cream (for topping)

Directions: Brown ground beef with onion, drain. Add chili, stewed tomatoes, pinto beans, and tomatoes with chiles. Simmer 2-4 hours, stirring occasionally. Before serving, stir in sour cream and cheese cubes until melted. Spoon into serving bowls over corn chips and garnish with extra sour cream.

Gorgeous!

Wanted to share a beautiful blog I found this morning-
Portabella Pixie

You should definetely check out the "Past Clothing Designs"; the fabric line she's designed; and this recipe (even I, not a real lover of chocolate) would love this!