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Today is the Day! Free Shipping* 20% of Herringbone Throws & Linens, Cookie Cutter Bundles, $5 Off Boxwood Wreaths

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixI7ufQjMCUUvMQAhmzu7uvJjpuQwzBSjFJbRPmSglWw3hbfpQTu9xvgOguv5v6hM70-2L_1d0AUri1HBGmTrRSdSRnXVNLr7_gRfHJUXxz3a74-UrvlB0ySWdkPQYu0qHOWk7qNM8A1O7/s1600/Black+Friday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="533" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixI7ufQjMCUUvMQAhmzu7uvJjpuQwzBSjFJbRPmSglWw3hbfpQTu9xvgOguv5v6hM70-2L_1d0AUri1HBGmTrRSdSRnXVNLr7_gRfHJUXxz3a74-UrvlB0ySWdkPQYu0qHOWk7qNM8A1O7/s1600/Black+Friday.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;"><em style="line-height: 1.5em; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></em></div><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;"><em style="line-height: 1.5em; vertical-align: baseline;">Festive Holiday Decor on Sale for Black Friday</em></div><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;">Today is the day - it is officially time to deck the halls! Today I'll be offering my biggest specials of the season - linens, cookie cutters, boxwood wreaths and Free Shipping on all orders over $50. Today is the day!</div><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;">This weekend we're heading to the farm to pick out our tree, next week we have big plans get a jump on our holiday baking (freezing sugar cookies!), adding festive touches throughout the house and wreaths in every window. I hope my specials today help you "deck" your own halls and find gifts for your loved ones. Don't forget to stock up on festive ribbons and gift wrap to wrap up all of those great deals you're getting today!</div><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;">My Black Friday specials :</div><span class="mimi-ul" dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin: 0px 0px 1.5em; unicode-bidi: embed;"><span class="mimi-bullet">▪ </span>20% off Herringbone Throws<br /><span class="mimi-bullet">▪ </span>Copper Cookie Cutters bundle of 4, $48 ($12 off!)<br /><span class="mimi-bullet">▪ </span>Up to 20% off Linens<br /><span class="mimi-bullet">▪ </span>Boxwood Wreaths, $5 off<br /><span class="mimi-bullet">▪ </span>*Free Shipping on orders over $50 (use the code : DECKTHEHALLS at checkout)<br /><span class="mimi-bullet">▪ </span>As always, all orders with a Gift Card will receive a Free Shipping code to use for their next order.</span><br /><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;">Officially... Happy Holidays and Happy Decking the Halls!<br />Jenny</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGSnSLwKfygVrTiMSEvd9aZA4euaMQ0vSu7RzHHlHvA3eors-BrJjSc25C0l7hRJpclQ6zkwkP9Ji6mT1i5mojxbUyH7qHpx5_VpIdzAJfw_x8Lw0QYmrCiUYVb7usWkFwT27NNmRCnDZF/s1600/baking+friday.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGSnSLwKfygVrTiMSEvd9aZA4euaMQ0vSu7RzHHlHvA3eors-BrJjSc25C0l7hRJpclQ6zkwkP9Ji6mT1i5mojxbUyH7qHpx5_VpIdzAJfw_x8Lw0QYmrCiUYVb7usWkFwT27NNmRCnDZF/s1600/baking+friday.jpg" width="522" /></a></div><div align="left" style="background-color: white; color: #555555; direction: ltr; font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.5em; margin-bottom: 1.3em; padding: 0px; unicode-bidi: embed; vertical-align: baseline;"><br /></div>

Today is the Day! Free Shipping* 20% of Herringbone Throws & Linens, Cookie Cutter Bundles, $5 Off Boxwood Wreaths

Festive Holiday Decor on Sale for Black Friday Today is the day - it is officially time to deck the halls! Today I'll be offering my big...

4:35 AM

Elegant (& Easy) Pre-Packaged Gifts | Free Shipping Coupon

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJgfZztqHRsM6rE89iIx6F5cyVxiGKaP7v7TiRlvBfS9cM7SSu2tkFAGaRAl5szACjxLiYsFKWNFGkUnXPCpw5dcnBrxtDr_NNXOMfeC_2ifbDRerh8yS3xrGEdHKdR1FOSOaeGVPy_Rnt/s1600/IMG_6032.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJgfZztqHRsM6rE89iIx6F5cyVxiGKaP7v7TiRlvBfS9cM7SSu2tkFAGaRAl5szACjxLiYsFKWNFGkUnXPCpw5dcnBrxtDr_NNXOMfeC_2ifbDRerh8yS3xrGEdHKdR1FOSOaeGVPy_Rnt/s1600/IMG_6032.jpg" width="425" /></a></div>Around the holiday season, it is always a good idea to keep some gifts ready to go.  So many times we're invited to a last minute party, or receive an unexpected gift and it is a great idea to have something pre-packaged to give at the last moment.  These are my favorite, easy-to-give gifts that come from my store ready for giving.  They are all right around $10-15 - the perfect amount for a teacher gift, work friend or neighbor. <br /><div><i style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br class="Apple-interchange-newline" />Free Shipping Code!</span></i></div><div><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="text-align: start;">For every order placed today that is over $50, I will email you a Free Shipping Code you can use anytime after today... it might come in handy this weekend when I'll be featuring some specials on my favorite products. </span></span></span></div><div style="text-align: start;"><i style="clear: left; display: inline !important; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: start;"><br /></div><i><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/candles/products/gift-cards-boxed">Everyday Occasions Gift Card</a></span></i><br /><div style="text-align: start;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: start;">These boxed Gift Cards have been a big hit with my readers!  They come in amounts from $25-100 and are pre-packaged in this great box with a ribbon and tag.  It looks especially great with the <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens/products/linen-tea-towels-napkins-warm-grey-plaid">Warm Grey Plaid Linen Tea Towel</a>. </div><div style="text-align: start;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtPcj9Do1e-D9A1EDGgt64lGVWfBB0lCyEqlNNTEZuFUigEVnHcMioPi-rCBcxkZsB3-bGQ2-wFrtyFvbeSvsPQcgz9ryEDSeOutMsBLOo7jBs5q6luBYc2lvJ11hV9E-uqknHVMZW_s5l/s1600/IMG_3455.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtPcj9Do1e-D9A1EDGgt64lGVWfBB0lCyEqlNNTEZuFUigEVnHcMioPi-rCBcxkZsB3-bGQ2-wFrtyFvbeSvsPQcgz9ryEDSeOutMsBLOo7jBs5q6luBYc2lvJ11hV9E-uqknHVMZW_s5l/s1600/IMG_3455.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><br /><i><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/candles/products/my-everyday-candle-in-a-mini-latte-bowl">My Everyday Candle</a></span></i><br /><br />My Everyday Candles have been re-stocked, again, for the last time this holiday season!  They are by far the most popular product I carry.  The Mini Latte Bowl ($16) candle comes packaged in a kraft box, cushioned with krinkle ready for giving.  The Gold Tin ($12.50) is the perfect little thing to complete a gift, or put in a stocking.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMNrlwmrD4-L_NVqqERSgSZ_FvJ0waYbUdyufaxP4EQnOWjz-mlz5V-9kE_CiB0nCMIpbwW1k5kHC5Lf92zeukJL_q_YiqxUXGrPEQFJW8wfsBZqgujQpROLign_spsdQ5CeIufTdJPngy/s1600/IMG_4293.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMNrlwmrD4-L_NVqqERSgSZ_FvJ0waYbUdyufaxP4EQnOWjz-mlz5V-9kE_CiB0nCMIpbwW1k5kHC5Lf92zeukJL_q_YiqxUXGrPEQFJW8wfsBZqgujQpROLign_spsdQ5CeIufTdJPngy/s1600/IMG_4293.jpg" width="425" /></a></div><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/home/products/tablet-le-pens"><i><span style="font-size: large;">Tablet + LePens, $14</span></i></a><br /><br />These Tablets come with four of my favorite LePens - in many colors.  Vermont Red is a particular favorite of mine for this season, but...<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMrGCvhhaCXgMD0GdYrE0k8bFblxqJl7oqq8A8oHKniGOjBURTjEz7YdkuILEn54dJB292k_fOhfEXziZb8fUcL78nMXWs12FqUGiglEovjAD_WFiygdH5wa6GbJiMNNpsLL7HEVT-1EpV/s1600/IMG_6181.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMrGCvhhaCXgMD0GdYrE0k8bFblxqJl7oqq8A8oHKniGOjBURTjEz7YdkuILEn54dJB292k_fOhfEXziZb8fUcL78nMXWs12FqUGiglEovjAD_WFiygdH5wa6GbJiMNNpsLL7HEVT-1EpV/s1600/IMG_6181.jpg" width="425" /></a></div> The Frasier Fir Green is also a great choice!  I have the tablets made of cardstock, so they are an extra luxurious treat for list makers like me.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD-m6eazolpC5wV6aj0W1KjAkw1_leD-Isf20EE2NKcVqsUwHwuBM-64dLF03ri0MdsjCR003_yCz4YkKiWZ0MPLqu0Wx-r7AHV801in94fkn0RUwrsYoGje8JsphInh-OQ5sJkOE6pVoF/s1600/IMG_4610.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD-m6eazolpC5wV6aj0W1KjAkw1_leD-Isf20EE2NKcVqsUwHwuBM-64dLF03ri0MdsjCR003_yCz4YkKiWZ0MPLqu0Wx-r7AHV801in94fkn0RUwrsYoGje8JsphInh-OQ5sJkOE6pVoF/s1600/IMG_4610.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><i><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/copper-cookie-cutters-holiday">Copper Cookie Cutters, $15</a></span></i><br /><br />All of my handmade Copper Cookie Cutters come packaged in a Large Cello Bag along with my Sugar Cookie Recipe card and are tied with Grosgrain ribbon.  It really is the perfect hostess gift, or gift for school friends and teachers.  I'm also planning to have a kitchen Christmas Tree decked out in our Copper Cookie Cutter collection.

Elegant (& Easy) Pre-Packaged Gifts | Free Shipping Coupon

Around the holiday season, it is always a good idea to keep some gifts ready to go. So many times we're invited to a last minute party,...

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Individual Quiche Tarts | Make Ahead Easy Entertaining

<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqmfu_u5hiK6IK9RbZYzZLOqhxH-DC_4McpFqx3ojvPutwzGk3tnvAbV8aRscoTeOv3VX3NXTxl-jGalHvGM6uYT6R-hUUwcvunOvnEZ6C0lWW_7YGkc44MfCWtjZryUaOgOMJIChc0tO/s1600/quiche-tarts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ-0X6wfZRe6M7bNMmzhKL_W9hHlPWdjZpDUepIqUZxxKTf7TmfyeLb2dlUhKTpzo4_EEpc-LthsYI9AkbN1WysLwG1GmbvsthLA7yyzNSJg-aAackp5n12yVsUpvTd3WKzVlqmjbS6JqV/s1600/IMG_6888.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ-0X6wfZRe6M7bNMmzhKL_W9hHlPWdjZpDUepIqUZxxKTf7TmfyeLb2dlUhKTpzo4_EEpc-LthsYI9AkbN1WysLwG1GmbvsthLA7yyzNSJg-aAackp5n12yVsUpvTd3WKzVlqmjbS6JqV/s1600/IMG_6888.JPG" width="640" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqmfu_u5hiK6IK9RbZYzZLOqhxH-DC_4McpFqx3ojvPutwzGk3tnvAbV8aRscoTeOv3VX3NXTxl-jGalHvGM6uYT6R-hUUwcvunOvnEZ6C0lWW_7YGkc44MfCWtjZryUaOgOMJIChc0tO/s1600/quiche-tarts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSqmfu_u5hiK6IK9RbZYzZLOqhxH-DC_4McpFqx3ojvPutwzGk3tnvAbV8aRscoTeOv3VX3NXTxl-jGalHvGM6uYT6R-hUUwcvunOvnEZ6C0lWW_7YGkc44MfCWtjZryUaOgOMJIChc0tO/s1600/quiche-tarts.jpg" width="426" /></a><br /><br />I wish I had had thought of this when I had my catering business... my clients would've gone crazy for them.  I can't tell you how many brunches and ladies lunches I catered!  Baby shower brunches, wedding showers, holiday breakfasts, anniversary luncheons - all requesting quiche.  They would've loved these. <br /><br />Not only would they be great for a party, but also great to keep in the freezer for holiday house guests.<br /><br />When we have friends or family stay, I like breakfast to be a casual, help-yourself kind of thing - everyone can do their own thing while lounging and drinking coffee.  These would be perfect to make ahead of time and put out with scones (that you also made ahead and kept pre-baked in the freezer) and a bowl of berries.  Easy, and better than making everyone waffles or omelets.<br /><br />I used basically the same recipe I use for a regular size, but divided it among my disposable <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/brown-tart-pans">Petite Tart Pans ($6 for 10)</a>.  They are naturally non-stick because they have a wax coating.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilT7_0tNCr-baTFt0ldmqKzc4obMnunjqQRdZYSTylu2JxIFbCJLwKO-Z2LY4PDGdzJ_pWE9c9wzZF2W4JBGKcuslVNeTk1MrsU-OOPyMcfFKNOzSrdOOsBz02g7O5BNbWLdTlFz3ReB-V/s1600/IMG_6871.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilT7_0tNCr-baTFt0ldmqKzc4obMnunjqQRdZYSTylu2JxIFbCJLwKO-Z2LY4PDGdzJ_pWE9c9wzZF2W4JBGKcuslVNeTk1MrsU-OOPyMcfFKNOzSrdOOsBz02g7O5BNbWLdTlFz3ReB-V/s1600/IMG_6871.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin: 0px 1em 1em 0px; text-align: center;">  They require quite a bit of filling, which is nice because it is a generous portion.  I recommend portioning 2 eggs for each pan.  Along with the classic egg, and half-and-half mixture you can add anything - here I did mushrooms, spinach, feta and chives.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtCf50jC53K0TxaCelUsLFG2604MdhYMRfiBXKQ87JT0OUNvGbMgI9jCVPP_oNf6F1z8xAMtXejQDKaa_Gjz7gqF3OT2QcPIt0SKTuH5Asy7icFOcySIFS-nDsFdKrpaYbbLJOEDBJf-BE/s1600/IMG_6832.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtCf50jC53K0TxaCelUsLFG2604MdhYMRfiBXKQ87JT0OUNvGbMgI9jCVPP_oNf6F1z8xAMtXejQDKaa_Gjz7gqF3OT2QcPIt0SKTuH5Asy7icFOcySIFS-nDsFdKrpaYbbLJOEDBJf-BE/s1600/IMG_6832.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />The other combo I made was ham, cheddar and chive (for Mike). <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXytDesmqxjj3dTukajEv1SVki5KDF0Wls_UYhivfUPJ2_f_VjwilA6NRfcMOHiK4OLyXfIus6EI6QEXYN0GBT-iF7EIHXKfW4mNa40m5GHYvWVgRJ0uz5ZWkPqFPiRpADw2q_cR2YtwpP/s1600/IMG_6840.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXytDesmqxjj3dTukajEv1SVki5KDF0Wls_UYhivfUPJ2_f_VjwilA6NRfcMOHiK4OLyXfIus6EI6QEXYN0GBT-iF7EIHXKfW4mNa40m5GHYvWVgRJ0uz5ZWkPqFPiRpADw2q_cR2YtwpP/s1600/IMG_6840.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />I love the idea of having a variety of combinations for people to choose from.  There were a couple of "everything" ones for me, and some veggie for Mike's Dad.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJuSxm3E2AIw7C1vG6f0HjzPD8bQLOZYjTBFNZgu76RAkqYegr5rVgVfZnSM7LC6ZYKH25I4Xzrj65hKoHIFL5Wx2J0r-KORuYcnPTR59J1G6AXXqzQZuZt260XPu7kSe5J3yYbi0vkRLO/s1600/IMG_6842.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJuSxm3E2AIw7C1vG6f0HjzPD8bQLOZYjTBFNZgu76RAkqYegr5rVgVfZnSM7LC6ZYKH25I4Xzrj65hKoHIFL5Wx2J0r-KORuYcnPTR59J1G6AXXqzQZuZt260XPu7kSe5J3yYbi0vkRLO/s1600/IMG_6842.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipH45U7EiEuAObT07hCRxVC1K-jNmWPb7QS0_16ylaaBpup4e8Odf6SqXatI7hzgRBcStVY0y4UVBWRIWCt4z3mc0WvE3NfEwjJJ9n-EB8-wjaB3bY9mrslkSEZ60UTDw0plWd7rXRosJa/s1600/IMG_6843.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipH45U7EiEuAObT07hCRxVC1K-jNmWPb7QS0_16ylaaBpup4e8Odf6SqXatI7hzgRBcStVY0y4UVBWRIWCt4z3mc0WvE3NfEwjJJ9n-EB8-wjaB3bY9mrslkSEZ60UTDw0plWd7rXRosJa/s1600/IMG_6843.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsjOYTJQvrbG2ayUGVa91ijNvLAfYe4K_OM7l7VwPlPwkktTAXtBtSkwPNhM_Z81hiBqGCGuu5H3tY6USgHcP3VG3P1bez7kIviEKVkb-QrUnwqfQNNPFYRMxegBp7A-NU6WAffmaK4hxx/s1600/IMG_6845.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsjOYTJQvrbG2ayUGVa91ijNvLAfYe4K_OM7l7VwPlPwkktTAXtBtSkwPNhM_Z81hiBqGCGuu5H3tY6USgHcP3VG3P1bez7kIviEKVkb-QrUnwqfQNNPFYRMxegBp7A-NU6WAffmaK4hxx/s1600/IMG_6845.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Here is the egg mixture recipe I used :<br /><br />Basic Quiche Filling, for 6 Petite Quiche Tarts :<br /><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">2 Pastry Crust = enough for 6 tart pans</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">12 eggs</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">1 1/4 cup of Half & Half</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">Salt & Pepper</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">1/4 teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;">*Cheese, Ham, Mushrooms, Peppers, Chives... etc!</div><div style="background-color: #f7f7f8; font-size: 14px;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD93mvCxgFe41DmLks6Sk0bh4BBw983lUcfvAAXKbCToemlzFCxlAaSqx-rMjx7QwfuU_uxbHxDhWs1Yo1QwU31JbSEX-gFoTeFvCGpSbWeJc27Mj52ajgNuPjpMtOzSd1oqV2ivcvzSP9/s1600/IMG_6849.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhD93mvCxgFe41DmLks6Sk0bh4BBw983lUcfvAAXKbCToemlzFCxlAaSqx-rMjx7QwfuU_uxbHxDhWs1Yo1QwU31JbSEX-gFoTeFvCGpSbWeJc27Mj52ajgNuPjpMtOzSd1oqV2ivcvzSP9/s1600/IMG_6849.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Cut the crusts into circles, about 1 inch bigger than the pans, then press them in.  Fill with cheese, meats and veggies.  Pour egg mixture in.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmhp86pPR1uxZyT6AzHP0iTwBCEZwUxkkOIVBMADHF7CCWuJi6KdYdXKtTXmM4litLyvUXPS4M2hxIowM7zMgiUPxPIIiMI2lC4cMlHBLZHcdc9-65pHaA0PTybCDcpIQ8S9Ew1JdU3VWG/s1600/IMG_6855.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmhp86pPR1uxZyT6AzHP0iTwBCEZwUxkkOIVBMADHF7CCWuJi6KdYdXKtTXmM4litLyvUXPS4M2hxIowM7zMgiUPxPIIiMI2lC4cMlHBLZHcdc9-65pHaA0PTybCDcpIQ8S9Ew1JdU3VWG/s1600/IMG_6855.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br />Bake at 350 for 20 minutes, or until golden and puffed.  You need to bake them a little longer than you might think because the crust on the bottom needs time to brown.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHcnnJ_HRnpnCebIlgBRutcmk8hoh_Kp180F_IT1j4qFGfRgn8gIuZzVCslNUdvXxhWRgtr_JTYIoTfQrPw3twz2O4MGT-lbWgZBRwwsWAC4GBJ8B7-zleDbHbTHu_X1FD7b7qschTPj_6/s1600/IMG_6864.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHcnnJ_HRnpnCebIlgBRutcmk8hoh_Kp180F_IT1j4qFGfRgn8gIuZzVCslNUdvXxhWRgtr_JTYIoTfQrPw3twz2O4MGT-lbWgZBRwwsWAC4GBJ8B7-zleDbHbTHu_X1FD7b7qschTPj_6/s1600/IMG_6864.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yhAdwfcAMeLTpLyJNgEjtTMmB4Icf6DcDbi7cpVM5vWoeGZ5eFEJuUtdbXIH4llSQIP4Voqxaa-UTjKWXqxbeOBc0Ngz2_VyLbWbLOxGOrIlB6EIgLOmqfCv0_a4AhDSov3ZPSxGNZly/s1600/IMG_6869.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_yhAdwfcAMeLTpLyJNgEjtTMmB4Icf6DcDbi7cpVM5vWoeGZ5eFEJuUtdbXIH4llSQIP4Voqxaa-UTjKWXqxbeOBc0Ngz2_VyLbWbLOxGOrIlB6EIgLOmqfCv0_a4AhDSov3ZPSxGNZly/s1600/IMG_6869.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>Aren't they pretty!  Your guests will love them.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />I served ours with <a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2013/10/happy-halloween-from-princess-emma.html">Orange Cranberry Scones</a>.  They are great to make ahead of time and keep in the freezer or refrigerator.  They bake for just 15 minutes, so they don't take much time at all in the morning.  You can also make the orange glaze for them ahead of time, or the morning of if you "need" something to do : )<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamfwXCHiddu3AmopYOpvePXKY7wP0SdzoSXfQnc352C41RzuLzoknXl66QCuzIGlBAO2B7w9umYuBdg0BIXoLH1pbdykiWrA_uI-bvdmx7QFZtfqppTlqULntGQiWADNv5-Xd6xBE3OWD/s1600/IMG_6885.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiamfwXCHiddu3AmopYOpvePXKY7wP0SdzoSXfQnc352C41RzuLzoknXl66QCuzIGlBAO2B7w9umYuBdg0BIXoLH1pbdykiWrA_uI-bvdmx7QFZtfqppTlqULntGQiWADNv5-Xd6xBE3OWD/s1600/IMG_6885.jpg" width="426" /></a></div>Products Featured :<br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/brown-tart-pans">Petite Tart Pans, $6 for 10</a><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens">Red & Natural Gingham Plaid Tea Towel (under tart pan), 2 for $28</a><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/linens">Red & Natural Striped Tea Towel (under plate), 2 for $28</a><br /><br /><a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/baking-supplies/products/parchment-paper-sheets-200-sheets">Parchment Pan Liners, $8 for 100</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />

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My free 2015 Monthly Planner is back!

By popular demand, I've prepared next year's monthly planner and I'm offering it up again as a free PDF download! Merry early Christmas to you all.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK_lvJbi8YLl0vc0WUoyy6MPJRKMZDWq-iawH5TjRjzIKL_8p-26Bzh62thF-Z9aUza3bh4n82Aqyi96-Sit98wQhrPgd4Ow-dyKvxMvfVa6wpYkGv8eOih7cNwClQEvjzhB6iO24lxGKa/s1600/Comp.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK_lvJbi8YLl0vc0WUoyy6MPJRKMZDWq-iawH5TjRjzIKL_8p-26Bzh62thF-Z9aUza3bh4n82Aqyi96-Sit98wQhrPgd4Ow-dyKvxMvfVa6wpYkGv8eOih7cNwClQEvjzhB6iO24lxGKa/s1600/Comp.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br />The design/layout is identical to previous years as it has been working for me quite well and I love the fun colors.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Q8XJYW69JyEiu15Zh7YgU6Fo0K8KMAfpUubGWLPvAyQC2ozEv4kVKVs7MKzF2UP-pmL5W-63xZkJIMOOwSpT6pai3WTc2UN6UVM1PAWpWUtCUKQ-7AisRYxuKisCN1HzCSe7diOSjUW6/s1600/IMG_4756.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4Q8XJYW69JyEiu15Zh7YgU6Fo0K8KMAfpUubGWLPvAyQC2ozEv4kVKVs7MKzF2UP-pmL5W-63xZkJIMOOwSpT6pai3WTc2UN6UVM1PAWpWUtCUKQ-7AisRYxuKisCN1HzCSe7diOSjUW6/s1600/IMG_4756.jpg" /></a></div><br />For full step by step instructions on how to print/arrange the PDF and get it assembled very inexpensively, see my <a href="http://jennasuedesign.blogspot.com/2012/10/almost-free-monthly-planner.html">2013</a> and <a href="http://jennasuedesign.blogspot.com/2013/11/my-free-2014-monthly-planner-is-back.html">2014</a> planner posts.<br /><br />Here's a look at the monthly spread: <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjou3KmDb6RryMMlIcjNLhyphenhyphenaT0AM6LWWY86gW4UWV8v6b1_G3v0pHKn4ZIzlTyL5UqHS-JPY-htnmr9na5M0ty_tAURdQPNpE2M53EnhUsdlkHOjfMgruYAW0Y0PnjPPatOn4-zmVtaRLR/s1600/IMG_5640.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjou3KmDb6RryMMlIcjNLhyphenhyphenaT0AM6LWWY86gW4UWV8v6b1_G3v0pHKn4ZIzlTyL5UqHS-JPY-htnmr9na5M0ty_tAURdQPNpE2M53EnhUsdlkHOjfMgruYAW0Y0PnjPPatOn4-zmVtaRLR/s1600/IMG_5640.jpg" /></a></div><br />And the backside notes/monthly cover pages:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxHlruAsnZdVRw9xk90wFjx6wqByuuPnnku8Ut7G6NHkcnGsrhHli_xYO3Y_J9cxqnZNJeXufLfWUpm20mDr-F5MyGzx7uSukVDZNtcTvv4VZex-6knI6kSB5K3cxdOKBeVg-3y0KFJ1KF/s1600/IMG_5639.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxHlruAsnZdVRw9xk90wFjx6wqByuuPnnku8Ut7G6NHkcnGsrhHli_xYO3Y_J9cxqnZNJeXufLfWUpm20mDr-F5MyGzx7uSukVDZNtcTvv4VZex-6knI6kSB5K3cxdOKBeVg-3y0KFJ1KF/s1600/IMG_5639.jpg" /></a></div><br /> Can't wait to start marking it up... nothing like a fresh blank slate to start the year off!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguVsl9egj6pkcXQL6wXU-Ix38iIXP9n8I7ynHFG1LiCj9iODi0gdWacK48Nq13hQ-smdF0l9qGyu26mVsLSGwCNsea0zngS3spZElP20ueYV0q9N5yW5Kvhh-7wZosOSCxBnR7-fpJ1uOp/s1600/IMG_5638.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguVsl9egj6pkcXQL6wXU-Ix38iIXP9n8I7ynHFG1LiCj9iODi0gdWacK48Nq13hQ-smdF0l9qGyu26mVsLSGwCNsea0zngS3spZElP20ueYV0q9N5yW5Kvhh-7wZosOSCxBnR7-fpJ1uOp/s1600/IMG_5638.jpg" /></a></div><br />Click here to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/jennasuedesign/app_212097992149339">download your free PDF</a> from my Facebook page. You'll just need to enter your name & email to subscribe to my shop newsletter (don't worry, you'll only receive a handful of emails per year). You definitely want to be on this list anyway to stay up to date on the latest releases/sales! <br /><br />Speaking of which... we're coming up on my largest sale of the year. It's going to be huge, 24 hours only, and if you've been eyeing any prints in <a href="http://jennasuedesign.com/">my shop</a>, trust me... now is the time to snag them!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnpUGzWDFHJYc2gkiWm_Z3tG8AS-NgjfQS7edBBwYvZPeOz5NoQBKRJr_3xr-D01hmK14P6PxPD-sFb0t2LMXL-9592W96cvC_7wb-6DPGiVL_tybpJkAqizfqW4ZCPtgNCs56c0-mh5eU/s1600/Promo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnpUGzWDFHJYc2gkiWm_Z3tG8AS-NgjfQS7edBBwYvZPeOz5NoQBKRJr_3xr-D01hmK14P6PxPD-sFb0t2LMXL-9592W96cvC_7wb-6DPGiVL_tybpJkAqizfqW4ZCPtgNCs56c0-mh5eU/s1600/Promo.jpg" /></a></div><br />I can't give away any more details yet, but if you're on my list you'll see an email this weekend with a coupon code for early access! Keep your eyes peeled.<br /><br />Wishing you all the happiest of Thanksgivings and I hope it's overflowing with turkey and cider and pumpkin pie and family. I'm getting a head start on some holiday decorating before our guests arrive so hopefully I'll have some fun DIY's lined up for you guys next week!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZacC7tIn3D42QdevPGKzPifT0k0OP5NupUrWBrlxisHS8yESOkB1cLrGDlbvQSulQxJQUZ2d_eWPXZvG7Y83xdGZlxwVyUi3REaEptsUAnbY4YekEKCHJagn9lXyEybYcAe4LQiNNQWcy/s1600/Signature.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZacC7tIn3D42QdevPGKzPifT0k0OP5NupUrWBrlxisHS8yESOkB1cLrGDlbvQSulQxJQUZ2d_eWPXZvG7Y83xdGZlxwVyUi3REaEptsUAnbY4YekEKCHJagn9lXyEybYcAe4LQiNNQWcy/s1600/Signature.jpg" /></a></div><br />

My free 2015 Monthly Planner is back!

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7:24 AM

All My Thanksgiving Recipes, Worksheets, Photos & Tables

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.mywell-being.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/Jenny-%20Whole%20table.jpeg?itok=JVVDufv-" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="" border="0" class="media-image attr__typeof__foaf:Image img__fid__225381 img__view_mode__media_large attr__format__media_large" height="480" src="http://www.mywell-being.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/Jenny-%20Whole%20table.jpeg?itok=JVVDufv-" width="320" /></a><span style="font-size: small;">This is a post I share every year, and each year I update it with some of the new recipes I've added  - Hello, Kale Salad and Petite Pecan Pies.  I've also included the link to my Thanksgiving Planning Worksheets (below) to help you with your scheduling for the week... it is "go" time for those of you hosting! </span><br /><br />It is always fun putting this post together - all of my Thanksgiving recipes and posts from the last 5 years.  I love seeing how my photography and style has evolved.  Somethings haven't changed, like Baked Brie with Pecans being the best appetizer for Thanksgiving, and the BEST Turkey recipe that starts with a bottle of white wine and a pound of butter : ) Hope you enjoy and it helps you prepare for the big day.<br /><br />Even though we're not hosting this year (big house update coming tomorrow or wednesday!), we have a busy week making teachers' gifts for school, gifts for my work helpers, gathering flowers for centerpieces and getting ready for a holiday packed weekend.  This weekend marks the start of the most wonderful time of the year.  The old "kids" (as in me, my sister, brother and our husbands/girlfriends) going to the Mizzou football game, heading to the Christmas tree farm and Emma having fun with her "best" cousin, as she calls them.  I can't wait  :) </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2eaNP2TOX8beflvmRee47GX5u-LsZdHBdohBgMk4f6_Yc-9GJxyhQSijbZ3Wt1VYSb6KC-Czw4SroMUwjPsBmqSHVzkWOT8-0_ncfk84sj_14XItAuOHi1uS2cozWj24mS4S8CwBcUp9_/s1600/Preview_of_Thanksgiving_Worksheet_.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2eaNP2TOX8beflvmRee47GX5u-LsZdHBdohBgMk4f6_Yc-9GJxyhQSijbZ3Wt1VYSb6KC-Czw4SroMUwjPsBmqSHVzkWOT8-0_ncfk84sj_14XItAuOHi1uS2cozWj24mS4S8CwBcUp9_/s1600/Preview_of_Thanksgiving_Worksheet_.gif" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Here is a link to download my <a href="http://mad.ly/signups/124324/join">Thanksgiving Worksheets</a>.  They will help you go on autopilot for the day so you can enjoy yourself and know that everything will be perfectly timed... or at least most things.   You will be prompted to add your email before the lists download, just FYI.  This adds you to my email list so you can stay updated on new posts and specials I have for the store.  I'm trying to decide what I'll be doing for Black Friday... any ideas?!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: black; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQHk4Y-dv85L59anACMLfDqxuUIjS_2Pv2f0PlCtsOiHiQUkBZaRCsk4BD1uzkN6T1Pn4qL95sRT4UjfnsaVe6aGHiawyjwCesyycdBFgBNuUPPDscyEuc4QLJXx9DPEyUM3YSb4wuAbo/s1600/IMG_7964.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQHk4Y-dv85L59anACMLfDqxuUIjS_2Pv2f0PlCtsOiHiQUkBZaRCsk4BD1uzkN6T1Pn4qL95sRT4UjfnsaVe6aGHiawyjwCesyycdBFgBNuUPPDscyEuc4QLJXx9DPEyUM3YSb4wuAbo/s640/IMG_7964.JPG" width="640" /></a></span></div><div style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2011/11/baked-brie-caramelized-pecans-in-puff.html" target="_blank">Baked Brie with Caramelized Pecans in Puff Pastry served with Apples </a></span></div><div style="color: black;"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtWtUhoExhqaOOxg31CC64PafSKoWGt7J_8rP5oYbSNSwSWiG-xCRZpblJpGdOCPh1s0iF4oEbUHCCEakh6Bs3Pan5_0-NE4nqLt6Y7BBCk2yzuEoBNl7B9cOj1FY3RbbBnXEt7hkhNRjI/s1600/kale-salad.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtWtUhoExhqaOOxg31CC64PafSKoWGt7J_8rP5oYbSNSwSWiG-xCRZpblJpGdOCPh1s0iF4oEbUHCCEakh6Bs3Pan5_0-NE4nqLt6Y7BBCk2yzuEoBNl7B9cOj1FY3RbbBnXEt7hkhNRjI/s1600/kale-salad.jpg" width="266" /></a></div><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/search/label/Salad">Kale, Pumpkin Seed, Apple & Cranberry Salad</a><br /><br />This is what I'm making for our Thanksgiving at Mike's parents house - we had it earlier this Fall (when this photo was taken...) and they've requested it for Thanksgiving.  Always nice to have something fresh and crunchy in addition to such an indulgent meal.</div><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXEyAhMFzdpI1uvE7yOmnicOaBrDLHNMCw-alUsrPklqZkAg_oPWCOF3iWW1X6UQoqMXyNu5yWPPpf5UTycnzJD8MRp5ZgSa3BEt-SFd1ggOnaxgXuGgDLGtlgn2VJvBSKMR2Gmj8w7Ok/s640/IMG_8249.JPG" width="640" /> </span></h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2010/11/holidays-entertaining-thanksgiving_4099.html">Thanksgiving Planner | Traditional Herb Stuffing Recipe | Sage & Thyme Dressing Recipe</a></span><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></h3><div style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8I6LKajntdn1Sx1NxzavqQaoFXterU960g_DgucdcInwdQ2RC2DJmG02A5vNnq6Q725hmYJOeRwixY9LP7m1JgRzzPC69P2byz2obhFJYV2F0A9Eb07ltWYM-VQdZnRVAA-3z54t41kLj/s1600/IMG_2663.jpg" width="640" /></span></div><div style="color: black;"><br /></div><div style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2013/10/bacon-braised-green-beans.html">Bacon Braised Green Beans</a></span><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXh4K9oLKRkRCxzkWblGyvdA5CYXMQOJkWAn_ThIqpAUrRp9xpOeN1t1HuQdr-F5AFqQTkHmjdFr47Dmamkhi3v2G3otJT-_CsvmHf1obWAxz5pOxDMen6baoxVwQH2ADPhO3uhWW_F3Sm/s1600/IMG_9005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXh4K9oLKRkRCxzkWblGyvdA5CYXMQOJkWAn_ThIqpAUrRp9xpOeN1t1HuQdr-F5AFqQTkHmjdFr47Dmamkhi3v2G3otJT-_CsvmHf1obWAxz5pOxDMen6baoxVwQH2ADPhO3uhWW_F3Sm/s1600/IMG_9005.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/01/best-mashed-potatoes-potato-ricer.html" style="font-size: medium;">The Best Classic Mashed Potatoes | Potato Ricer</a></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: black; text-align: center;">This is what I'm making for my Mom's Thanksgiving - I'm making them ahead of time and we'll bake them to reheat.   She's having a crowd of 14 Adults and 7 kids, so I think I'm going to make 15 pounds to make sure we have lots of leftovers... I better start peeling potatoes today.   She's having all of our cousins from her side of the family, just like we used to when we were kids, but haven't done in almost 5 years since we all started having kids.  I'm excited for the house to be buzzing and kids to be everywhere like old times.  </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; color: black; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="color: black;"><span style="clear: left; float: left; font-size: small; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTK_nsIs9B3po3ey8vdWU-NkWppiosz5w_YYPGw8_p50lSzsip66i3GC34bo7hn-xd4ZWFSDLXr7UeaTueDcXpA_mzFhMpz9qwTbwGnFNCqDuwJiNdiHqac0YGq_eC2fKRZGVu8OCLncC4/s640/IMG_2695.jpg" width="300" /> </span></div><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2010/11/holidays-entertaining-thanksgiving_17.html">Holidays | Entertaining | Thanksgiving Planner | Countdown Day 9 | Roasted Turkey & Gravy Recipes</a></span></h3><span style="color: black; font-size: small;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2011/11/chive-smashed-potatoes-for-thanksgiving.html"></a></span><span style="text-align: center;">One thing that I highly recommend, is trying the Turkey recipe I have posted from Martha Stewart.  We stared using this method a couple of years ago and everyone goes crazy over it.  You stuff the bird with lemon, garlic, thyme, and sage, then baste it with a mixture of a bottle of chardonnay and 4 sticks of butter.  It makes the most unbelievable pan drippings for gravy.  Turkey is usually a little bland, but this recipe makes it amazing.</span><br /><br /><div style="color: black;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7uLrpZaTppGs2WYD5BEBajM2BkPPm00-3_CS8FFCHj1CdaYCcp5fVstVrD8Dm1vHNa2Ibm889xvsKE_ScuX2vGpCffpkdxteAaFvHXaPAt9Tlxvd2Y9FTLtaz8RQ4tv62-nL020SQrvuC/s1600/IMG_8282.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7uLrpZaTppGs2WYD5BEBajM2BkPPm00-3_CS8FFCHj1CdaYCcp5fVstVrD8Dm1vHNa2Ibm889xvsKE_ScuX2vGpCffpkdxteAaFvHXaPAt9Tlxvd2Y9FTLtaz8RQ4tv62-nL020SQrvuC/s640/IMG_8282.JPG" width="640" /></a></span><br /><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/11/leaf-topped-apple-cranberry-cobbler.html">Leaf Topped Apple & Cranberry Cobbler with Orange Zest, Cinnamon & Nutmeg</a></span></h3></div><br /><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><img border="0" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilPpen_I4hazNHJ5OWGGC0kwzYstG3EpAh1X4ybWjKkpOW2mXuA_QCzLizKXeir905hSClkqpAb-3QXo-M6n89S1b0NfheWMvf0xDlFZJv1_-mwVRKLLqCGslOZ_xNOaqHks88KIgAqK5S/s640/IMG_8257.JPG" width="640" /> </span></h3><h3 class="post-title entry-title" itemprop="name" style="color: black; font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://jennysteffens.blogspot.com/2012/11/pecan-tart-new-twist-on-classic-pecan.html">Pecan Tart | A New Twist on a Classic Pecan Pie Recipe</a></span></h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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All My Thanksgiving Recipes, Worksheets, Photos & Tables

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New Holiday Collection! Linens, Wreaths, Bulb Baskets, Tissue Paper...

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqJ29fUN5KMTlzhD990VeRB9xMLPx3VWWAaEdEGYwSM3IShdbPyivzAPfbaIbwcnR_Lo2cdf0fMJ5kidGJ-ocVKiCiN0TZwfAptnJ87j6_Y2zVnX3DGlXodZAWFi0lmmKaU8mBnShCdvdq/s1600/holiday+items+1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="474" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqJ29fUN5KMTlzhD990VeRB9xMLPx3VWWAaEdEGYwSM3IShdbPyivzAPfbaIbwcnR_Lo2cdf0fMJ5kidGJ-ocVKiCiN0TZwfAptnJ87j6_Y2zVnX3DGlXodZAWFi0lmmKaU8mBnShCdvdq/s1600/holiday+items+1.png" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyIrXlD2C1GqoepEwJHTzkT3P9b3dPCRl0N0BetbeiD6RHBk_NUVnPRowjR1V2U1urBmkMiTMYJlxQ0G4snAjs9qm0VinRe-2M5Y1A0cL4d5KkQ1ZpSJua9bZr6_Fa_okXQPAnxhg6w27G/s1600/holiday+items+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyIrXlD2C1GqoepEwJHTzkT3P9b3dPCRl0N0BetbeiD6RHBk_NUVnPRowjR1V2U1urBmkMiTMYJlxQ0G4snAjs9qm0VinRe-2M5Y1A0cL4d5KkQ1ZpSJua9bZr6_Fa_okXQPAnxhg6w27G/s1600/holiday+items+2.png" width="370" /></a></div><i><span style="font-size: large;">Holiday Collection</span></i><br /><br />Last week I came out with a few of my holiday products (handmade Copper Cookie Cutters!) for those of you who were ordering some items for Thanksgiving.  Today, <i>all</i> of my Holiday products are up and available.   I'm not going to go into great detail about each new product today, because I'll be doing that throughout the holiday season. <br /><br />You'll find my favorite Preserved Boxwood Wreath, 4" Red Satin Ribbon, festive Linens, new Kraft Bags and Boxes, Tissue Paper and (one of my favorites) Bulb Baskets for Amaryllis and Paperwhites.  There are essentials for holiday baking (Monkey Bread Pans!), festive things for your home and gifts - for yourself and your favorite people.<br /><br />Explore the entire Holiday Collection, <a href="https://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/holiday">here</a>.<br /><br />I'm taking a little bit of a different approach to the season - instead of jumping ahead and doing all of my baking and decorating for the season a month ahead of time so I can take photos for the store (like I've done for Easter, Summer, Fall and Halloween...), I'm going to take my time and enjoy my favorite season.  So, instead of all of my photos and baking projects coming out in one day, I'm spreading them throughout the holiday season- like a real person : )   I learned my lesson this Halloween when Oct. 31st rolled around and Emma and I didn't even decorate cookies together because I had done it back in September.<br /><br />Because I know you are all creative and inspired readers, I know you'll have great ideas for the products, too.  So, fix yourself a cup of peppermint tea and enjoy exploring my entire <a href="http://everyday-occasions.myshopify.com/collections/holiday">Holiday Collection</a>!<br /><br />Happy Holidays!<br />Jenny

New Holiday Collection! Linens, Wreaths, Bulb Baskets, Tissue Paper...

Holiday Collection Last week I came out with a few of my holiday products (handmade Copper Cookie Cutters!) for those of you who were orderi...

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Our Thanksgiving Tablescape

Exactly one week from this moment I'll be chopping apples, basting a turkey, stirring cider and preparing stuffing for a room full of some of my favorite people. This is exactly what I envisioned for our dining room—the reason we built a massive 9 foot table that can easily fit our party of 10 on Thanksgiving. <br /><br />Yesterday I put the finishing touches on our table setting and now we're ready for the big day. I'm going to call this style "simple cozy country casual meets refined rustic"... so many adjectives, I can't choose.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisinR2NTL3DB8TCCD9TLz4iO_bJQvQvEeY3ID3ww-SDrcjwTDN3wRiBK-PCs7f0686r3ASLONrWxfzZ42su67sBQAOhpJ9ofnAuAqNbURUD2hO3cPBvA19Z9A-wfOKJu9Pva4wBtbUA7jo/s1600/IMG_5628.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisinR2NTL3DB8TCCD9TLz4iO_bJQvQvEeY3ID3ww-SDrcjwTDN3wRiBK-PCs7f0686r3ASLONrWxfzZ42su67sBQAOhpJ9ofnAuAqNbURUD2hO3cPBvA19Z9A-wfOKJu9Pva4wBtbUA7jo/s1600/IMG_5628.jpg" /></a></div><br />Since I plan to spend a lot of time and effort on Christmas decorating this year, I decided to keep it simple for Thanksgiving and use mostly what I had. I think I spent around just $30 for everything.<br /><br />The jumping off point was this table runner—2 yards of $3 fabric from fabric.com (looks like it's not available on their website anymore, bummer!). No sewing involved, just cut it in half, folded and ironed the edges and plopped it down. Easy peasy.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWCnqnTCz4A-t6xXl3n9_q000xr0ZZtmrNqFB2cwrF0pvj8II4JsHVOmge3hKbW8zykXTn0jWhlM6tFzPBeGA353e-w_pluU4BnFZQTpHfu3NMKQoW8rFzZYGzMd3x-Adqo4sujaNnUoRs/s1600/IMG_5600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWCnqnTCz4A-t6xXl3n9_q000xr0ZZtmrNqFB2cwrF0pvj8II4JsHVOmge3hKbW8zykXTn0jWhlM6tFzPBeGA353e-w_pluU4BnFZQTpHfu3NMKQoW8rFzZYGzMd3x-Adqo4sujaNnUoRs/s1600/IMG_5600.jpg" /></a></div><br />Then I layered a super inexpensive (I think it was $5 or $10?) runner I found at Walmart in the candle/home/wedding section...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCjzEP_R9LMiTYkZkpfZ2QLkiE3r-QtsfAYxvfn6KFhykiKyGUJc7i18PJhZI3WuIb1RXukn6AXmehTkg6XPAcYte1cUqw3N3E4MqydiPZqsoX1S5vB0hU4-3sgnA_RD4-U0wlA3DXilCX/s1600/IMG_5596.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCjzEP_R9LMiTYkZkpfZ2QLkiE3r-QtsfAYxvfn6KFhykiKyGUJc7i18PJhZI3WuIb1RXukn6AXmehTkg6XPAcYte1cUqw3N3E4MqydiPZqsoX1S5vB0hU4-3sgnA_RD4-U0wlA3DXilCX/s1600/IMG_5596.jpg" /></a></div><br />I had all but two of the woven Ikea placemats, so I picked those up last weekend. I already had the dishes (scored them at our flea market—$30 for a full set!)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9cTEp5hC-cLPIz0VBdVIrjOR8WVCoxXcgacPTQF4tMqeW4DWZG55leKwQMDL4X52Xm8Me-7OO5eJP2g8szIGkhNhMjAuAGLp3rxNcyB0F-L_-4ufYNAuG_I9DrSmjY8eqPiPB8WystzWB/s1600/IMG_5616.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9cTEp5hC-cLPIz0VBdVIrjOR8WVCoxXcgacPTQF4tMqeW4DWZG55leKwQMDL4X52Xm8Me-7OO5eJP2g8szIGkhNhMjAuAGLp3rxNcyB0F-L_-4ufYNAuG_I9DrSmjY8eqPiPB8WystzWB/s1600/IMG_5616.jpg" /></a></div><br />The wood box centerpiece was a DIY project from this past spring, and I filled it with pine clippings, berries and pinecones from the yard, along with pillar candles and candlesticks.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLP0UmqIzolpFxqOEObo_n5T6OIKyEulyn0QoWTJVJ6NYiOIPbTnOOIyRy7pz5IOK79GwRuk-M8PRf8dvxH2xt4mteGRRxz3d3dqtHuCUuaQme329BCTQIKjx_4iH-V7wQ9URmahtn0daL/s1600/IMG_5617.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLP0UmqIzolpFxqOEObo_n5T6OIKyEulyn0QoWTJVJ6NYiOIPbTnOOIyRy7pz5IOK79GwRuk-M8PRf8dvxH2xt4mteGRRxz3d3dqtHuCUuaQme329BCTQIKjx_4iH-V7wQ9URmahtn0daL/s1600/IMG_5617.jpg" /></a></div><br />A few mini pumpkins were added to keep things festive, along with some branch wood coasters I purchased for a steal on Ebay earlier this year.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcZ5__VPHLPK3etBq8us8w_Nvbl7SkC1UsAbFsAQTyfgQ6TuUDpe7BKV8rN88tCTyXclH1ww59zJDi3Rpev_DPXN5Oz7XSqkLiZO9Ub1LcC6cPApZE6sDM4J3qE6U-ELl7F1Ni2kqdeVY_/s1600/IMG_5624.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcZ5__VPHLPK3etBq8us8w_Nvbl7SkC1UsAbFsAQTyfgQ6TuUDpe7BKV8rN88tCTyXclH1ww59zJDi3Rpev_DPXN5Oz7XSqkLiZO9Ub1LcC6cPApZE6sDM4J3qE6U-ELl7F1Ni2kqdeVY_/s1600/IMG_5624.jpg" /></a></div><br />I didn't want another pattern to compete with the plaid runner so I found these brown cloth napkins at a <a href="http://www.yourchaircovers.com/20-inch-polyester-cloth-napkins-chocolate-brown/">wedding supply store</a> for just 53 cents each! I'll definitely be using them again in the future.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihKD193uPq19GqJ6SXCy3tIHvZMaECLm_pjXVVoIp0TCKG-5DAjx0y8fy3uY6ZraSND94hIVq2JLlQGeUMnWin1wbR8vHukSkldn10mTaBQa26LqeOM1QJTwz7eLW7T4l1MwZJtO5bigAX/s1600/IMG_5623.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihKD193uPq19GqJ6SXCy3tIHvZMaECLm_pjXVVoIp0TCKG-5DAjx0y8fy3uY6ZraSND94hIVq2JLlQGeUMnWin1wbR8vHukSkldn10mTaBQa26LqeOM1QJTwz7eLW7T4l1MwZJtO5bigAX/s1600/IMG_5623.jpg" /></a></div><br />I was gifted my Grandma's silverware set so this was the perfect occasion to break it out—a simple twine bow holds them together. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGltYOuXGDHPme7N28Pg1fVWUqdEA8kyXDV6Mp5-9GKejeLMvGkmFfvNxsLIxqHTfs1pCVfjoYUr7ybmyP2iHq5CYLdq0ry0qHdaKQy9efr0-dbT_nSLGQWH0TADyBmbORn38NpQ0OpcBD/s1600/IMG_5603.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGltYOuXGDHPme7N28Pg1fVWUqdEA8kyXDV6Mp5-9GKejeLMvGkmFfvNxsLIxqHTfs1pCVfjoYUr7ybmyP2iHq5CYLdq0ry0qHdaKQy9efr0-dbT_nSLGQWH0TADyBmbORn38NpQ0OpcBD/s1600/IMG_5603.jpg" /></a></div><br />The name tags were printed on card stock, cut and hole punched, and wrapped around more pine clippings from the yard.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3RC2eg9_cp7U04Pa2EB1fvNuOTwsjsHOm98KAja0u95Jp696ZixZc7Wrs4atD-2uvGEgTL_uPEfPKpOV6gpES7JUtGXKND7KXZupbt077q4IUJnowlF50RhwlMmQw2OVwz3ERH-cG4Gmc/s1600/IMG_5601.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3RC2eg9_cp7U04Pa2EB1fvNuOTwsjsHOm98KAja0u95Jp696ZixZc7Wrs4atD-2uvGEgTL_uPEfPKpOV6gpES7JUtGXKND7KXZupbt077q4IUJnowlF50RhwlMmQw2OVwz3ERH-cG4Gmc/s1600/IMG_5601.jpg" /></a></div><br />Instead of wine charms, I bought a package of gold alphabet stickers for a couple bucks on Ebay and added each guests' intials.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwfZePVQwiBktGbub3hsjAwJtgura4gUmpBJjyw22RZBvaXJPnDlELHFvKrAyL5x5SNfILV39ZUTEv2gnF621WRxIg9re8x7TrAH4hZSwwi92zOQKlET3DUwkgsfuTegsVJV-8_lBqmXGQ/s1600/IMG_5613.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwfZePVQwiBktGbub3hsjAwJtgura4gUmpBJjyw22RZBvaXJPnDlELHFvKrAyL5x5SNfILV39ZUTEv2gnF621WRxIg9re8x7TrAH4hZSwwi92zOQKlET3DUwkgsfuTegsVJV-8_lBqmXGQ/s1600/IMG_5613.jpg" /></a></div><br />And in lieu of a thankful tree, guests will write what they're thankful for on blank tags. Then I'll age them and hang them on our Christmas tree as ornaments to enjoy until next year (I'll make sure to post that later!)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5Z2Te3m-g2TsUHI49p9pgvTOuUzUlTtTUSoLXu0T9FNpBVfcqhByiHhw0Unu8nT5qS3BQH1Jt160qMonIiy9QCRbwYXYahDUO3fd3A5xX0KmbsJkcOg9d6yonLnGrVH_APIhi2eTC4JqA/s1600/IMG_5608.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5Z2Te3m-g2TsUHI49p9pgvTOuUzUlTtTUSoLXu0T9FNpBVfcqhByiHhw0Unu8nT5qS3BQH1Jt160qMonIiy9QCRbwYXYahDUO3fd3A5xX0KmbsJkcOg9d6yonLnGrVH_APIhi2eTC4JqA/s1600/IMG_5608.jpg" /></a></div><br />Neutral pillows and blankets line the bench seat for added coziness.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKZJJjLOEJHQQ6Y3sQbqxGHEmU6Q2-v0gOTKwJG0ONJm_cfh4eVSJgGzYMrIiz14FK9T1AedcueeFfIZwP4o0TiEVEgaB-MB_CIopXQFZQS4EqJ4oGvfEHKDDmZMZooNHCE89cINwxOLSv/s1600/IMG_5629-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKZJJjLOEJHQQ6Y3sQbqxGHEmU6Q2-v0gOTKwJG0ONJm_cfh4eVSJgGzYMrIiz14FK9T1AedcueeFfIZwP4o0TiEVEgaB-MB_CIopXQFZQS4EqJ4oGvfEHKDDmZMZooNHCE89cINwxOLSv/s1600/IMG_5629-2.jpg" /> </a><br />I set the table for 8 for these photos, but we'll be adding one person to each end of the table on the big day. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNy6nZpRKBdVhDUNPFWDGCXsDAv5A1YqVBQz-ygPDnJQifwFyATY3TeHSM2AhyphenhyphenhheQjSt9E5WW1DTjpMZiIjYhwi_SzT8vVdUgPoRQvlzzREKz6PnZAIM75YmOqCsvygRzD_QFNuCTP5qp/s1600/IMG_5625.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNy6nZpRKBdVhDUNPFWDGCXsDAv5A1YqVBQz-ygPDnJQifwFyATY3TeHSM2AhyphenhyphenhheQjSt9E5WW1DTjpMZiIjYhwi_SzT8vVdUgPoRQvlzzREKz6PnZAIM75YmOqCsvygRzD_QFNuCTP5qp/s1600/IMG_5625.jpg" /></a></div><br />You may also notice the lack of slipcovers on our chairs. We've actually been living without them for months now (per Brad's request) and I kind of like it this way, so they'll stay for now.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir1WASY3W-wOwQoAi25JYViKQk4_azClpmRTCXXn6xJr1KRr51H9gFr_ezbbqtm7jP8q10wlVHnZEwi-ld9Kv3vbWbCVYe7VU6e8Z38itBI0jqLzXCOrEQbHmoxqeLsG_ItZi8bppvlNw4/s1600/IMG_5619.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir1WASY3W-wOwQoAi25JYViKQk4_azClpmRTCXXn6xJr1KRr51H9gFr_ezbbqtm7jP8q10wlVHnZEwi-ld9Kv3vbWbCVYe7VU6e8Z38itBI0jqLzXCOrEQbHmoxqeLsG_ItZi8bppvlNw4/s1600/IMG_5619.jpg" /></a></div><br />Can't forget the <a href="http://jennasuedesign.blogspot.com/2014/11/easy-chalkboard-lettering-tutorial-free.html">chalkboard DIY</a>...<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvOy6BsD8U2mcEhDXV19XJEvdCRGCK-E9K2_kP9E-ffCfZ3GxLOC05HPyxS2r38Rjz0SLRgnxprSSFcEzu-1OTsesVsJSGFF1eA9wB8koEfuT5N9EbHj63FDnlRG-9twY117KwaUPsV6Yu/s1600/IMG_5621.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvOy6BsD8U2mcEhDXV19XJEvdCRGCK-E9K2_kP9E-ffCfZ3GxLOC05HPyxS2r38Rjz0SLRgnxprSSFcEzu-1OTsesVsJSGFF1eA9wB8koEfuT5N9EbHj63FDnlRG-9twY117KwaUPsV6Yu/s1600/IMG_5621.jpg" /></a></div><br />And that's that! My very first Thanksgiving table and first time ever hosting Thanksgiving. Fingers crossed we don't burn the turkey :)<br /><br />I have a special treat for you all next week... something that has been in high demand—my <a href="http://jennasuedesign.blogspot.com/2013/11/my-free-2014-monthly-planner-is-back.html">free printable planner</a> for 2015! I'll be working on it this weekend and should have it up early next week. I'll also be getting a head start on my Christmas crafting, so keep an eye on <a href="http://instagram.com/jennasuedesign">instagram</a> for sneak peeks!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZacC7tIn3D42QdevPGKzPifT0k0OP5NupUrWBrlxisHS8yESOkB1cLrGDlbvQSulQxJQUZ2d_eWPXZvG7Y83xdGZlxwVyUi3REaEptsUAnbY4YekEKCHJagn9lXyEybYcAe4LQiNNQWcy/s1600/Signature.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZacC7tIn3D42QdevPGKzPifT0k0OP5NupUrWBrlxisHS8yESOkB1cLrGDlbvQSulQxJQUZ2d_eWPXZvG7Y83xdGZlxwVyUi3REaEptsUAnbY4YekEKCHJagn9lXyEybYcAe4LQiNNQWcy/s1600/Signature.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><br /><br />

Our Thanksgiving Tablescape

Exactly one week from this moment I'll be chopping apples, basting a turkey, stirring cider and preparing stuffing for a room full of so...

7:38 AM