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Santa Head Planter
This treasure came from my in-law’s house. My mother-in-law used it to hold Christmas cards. It was manufactured in Japan by the Samson Import Company in 1964.
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Posted in Holiday, Photography
Tagged antiques, Christmas, Samson Import Company, Santa Claus, Santa head planter, vintage
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Caturday
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Happy Birthday Joe!!!
For Joe’s card this year, I chose an interpretation of one of my childhood games – Mystery Date. If you’ve ever played it, you know that the dream date is wearing a white tuxedo and the dud is clad in … Continue reading
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Posted in Collage, Illustration, News
Tagged collage, Joe's birthday, Milton Bradley games, Mystery Date, vintage
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Turkey Pot Pie
I’m always looking for ways of using up the turkey leftover from Thanksgiving. This pot pie is the ultimate comfort food, it’s made in one pan, takes very little time to prep, and is delicious!
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Posted in Lovin' from the Oven, News
Tagged leftovers, pie crust, pot pies, Thanksgiving, turkey
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Happy Thanksgiving!
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The Day Before Thanksgiving
From apples to yams, the busy produce vendors on 9th Street have everything for your Thanksgiving dinner!
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Posted in Italian Market, Photography
Tagged 9th Street, Italian Market, produce vendors, Thanksgiving
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Provincial French Apple Cake
I’ve made dozens of apple cakes, and I gotta say that this is the best one – hands down! Apples sliced paper thin, held together by a light batter, and topped with a sugary butter topping. The recipe originated in … Continue reading
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By Bread Alone
You’re not supposed to live by bread alone, but I think it’s alright if you make the bread into the shape of another food – like this turkey. It’s this year’s carbo loophole. Think of all the newfound grievances Muffy … Continue reading
