Thursday, November 12, 2026

Christmas Blog Hop 11/12

 


Hi this Thursday its my Dads favorite cookie, seems right for Veterans day week. My Dad was a Marine and served in Korea...

Snickerdoodles cookies are a type of cookie that’s popular in the United States. They’re typically characterised by their soft, chewy texture and distinctive blend of sweet and slightly tangy notes

Ingredients  

  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter (softened)
  • 1 1/2 cups Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla
  • 2 3/4 cup Flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Cream of Tartar (for less tang, use 1 teaspoon)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 3/4 teaspoon Salt

Cinnamon-Sugar Mixture:

  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons Cinnamon

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar for 4-5 minutes until light and fluffy.  Scrape the sides of the bowl and add the eggs and vanilla. Cream for 1-2 minutes longer.
  • Stir in flour, cream of tartar, baking soda, and salt, just until combined.
  • In a small bowl, stir together sugar and cinnamon.
  • If time allows, wrap the dough and let refrigerate for 20-30 minutes.  Roll into small balls until round and smooth.  Drop into the cinnamon-sugar mixture and coat well. Using a spoon, coat for a second time, ensuring the cookie balls are completely covered.  *To make flatter snickerdoodles, press down in the center of the ball before placing in the oven. This helps to keep them from puffing up in the middle. *
  • Place on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Bake for 9-11 minutes.  Let cool for several minutes on baking sheet before removing from the pan.

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Christmas Cookie Boxs

 I am celebrating Christmas today on my blog: 

And I am sharing some cookie box  i re purposed from the Clearance section at the Dollar General . I covered with Christmas paper and stickers to hold my homemade Christmas cookies. Sharing with... 





I am using a Christmas Scrapbook pack I bought t Hobby Lobby. 
I used the plaid paper to cover the top of  box lids. And add stickers from the kit. 






Wednesday, November 11, 2026

Diy Poppy flower

Today  we are making poppy of Remembrance. We will be using them at our veterans Day celebration.

Coffee filter 


A great fun crafts using coffee filters, and paint.






Paper cupcakes liners: 

With black center dot, green stems.

Veterans Day

 Happy Veteran's Day 

Today in USA we are celebrating Veterans' Day  and this is my art journal page. 





Veterans Day : Quilt of Valor

 

What is Quilts of Valor?

Our Mission: to cover Service Members and Veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor.https://www.qovf.org/membership/



  •  Quilt of Valor does not have to be red, white and blue, but patriotic colors are very popular with recipients. Panels can provide a great focal point and bring in other colors. Think creatively with the recipient in mind.
  • Recommended size: is 60″ x 80″; minimum: 55″ x 65″; maximum: 72″ x 90″.
  • Use quality, adult-appropriate, 100% cotton, quilt-weight fabrics. Avoid juvenile prints and branch-specific fabric unless the recipient is known in advance, as this creates difficulty in identifying a recipient.
  • The Quilt consists of a top, batting, and backing. It must be machine or hand quilted. A tied quilt is not acceptable for a Quilt of Valor.
  • Wash quilt once completed so it is soft and so that any potential fabric dye bleeding issues are resolved. Use cold water, mild detergent and unscented

My local quilt club belongs to this great organization  but you can join and find more information as an individual ,group or business. I made my first quilt as a individual in honor of my family members who had served . Lisa 

Tuesday, November 10, 2026

Happy Marines Birthday :: MyMemories

 


Happy Veterans Day ! 

Veterans Day was originally called Armistice Day


My dad Marine class : 

Give Veterans an opportunity to tell their stories. Respect Veterans' service, their feelings, and any suggestions they might offer. Thank Veterans for their service to our country. When approaching Veterans for their participation, consider bringing another Veteran with you




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November Home

Have you changed your decorations yet ? 

Do you decorate for Fall Or do you just go to Christmas? 


Front door wreath
Inside decorating projects 






Fall Table setting 


Christmas Blog Hop 11/12

  Hi this Thursday its my Dads favorite cookie, seems right for Veterans day week. My Dad was a Marine and served in Korea... Snickerdoodles...