Saturday Book and craft

Happy Saturday at the local library! 

Circle time book

With his colorful illustrations, playful humor, and inclusive storytelling, beloved author Todd Parr has long been a favorite among young readers and caregivers. His books promote an essential message of love and acceptance that is inspiring, empowering, and accessible.

I am thankful for music because it makes me want to dance.
I am thankful for my feet because they help me run and play.
I am thankful for kisses because they make me feel loved.

The Thankful Book celebrates all the little things children can give thanks for, with Todd's signature blend of playfulness and sensitivity. From everyday activities like reading and bathtime to big family meals together and special alone time between parent and child, Todd inspires readers to remember all of life's special moments. It's the perfect book for sharing around the holidays and throughout the year!

This Saturday Project; 

Our tree of thanks 

We used a poster board to dry the tree base. 

Then we pre cut the diffrent  colored construction paper We cut leaves.  And had kids write on the leaves with markers and glue on the tree. 

Football card

Today's card celebrate football season. This year my sons college team is having a winning season in mist of C19 problems.  We are there in spirit even if we can't go to the games.  Lisa 

Stamp from Bugaboo stamps. 

Diy Turkey

Happy Friday! Gobble gobble 

My wooden Turkey sign  for Thanksgiving 🦃 

I used a wooden plank with a cardboard brim add Dollar tree leaves with stickers for Give Thanks. 

Tailgate Jambalaya

 LSU Tailgate Jambalaya 

It's football season in Louisiana so that means tailgating.  Perfect for Friday night lights at the stadium.  

1 ½ pounds venison andouille sausage sliced

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 bell pepper seeded and diced
• 1 onion peeled and diced
• 3 stalks celery with leaves, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend
• 1 ½ cups long grain rice uncooked
• 2 cups chicken stock
• 12 ounces beer
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce more to taste
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper more to taste
• green onions chopped, for optional garnish

• Heat oil in a stock pot or dutch oven over medium high heat. Cook the sliced andouille until browned, about 7 minutes. 

  • Add the chopped peppers, onion, celery and garlic to the pot. Sprinkle half of the Cajun seasoning over the top. Stir and cook over medium heat until the vegetables are crisp tender, about 8 minutes.

    • Stir in the uncooked rice. Combine with the sausage and vegetables. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
    • Add the chicken stock, beer, hot sauce, bay leaves, remaining Cajun seasoning, and cayenne. Stir to combine well. 
    • Increase heat to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes. 
    • Keep an eye on the heat, and do not remove the lid while simmering. The jambalaya is done when the rice is tender and the mixture is very slightly sticky. 

      • If there is too much liquid in the pot at the end of cooking time, remove the lid, increase heat slightly and cook until liquid is gone.
      • Serve in bowls with fresh chopped green onions, additional hot sauce and seasoning.

Christmas Cookies Shipping

 

Shipping Cookies Made Simple

There are two golden rules of shipping cookies:

• Keep them from breaking in transit. Certain types of cookies travel better than others—think twice about shipping cookies that are thin and crispy, or that have a heavy filling. Drop cookies and bar cookies ship well, as do cookies that contain dried fruit.
• Preserve the freshness of the cookie at all costshttps://www.ups.com/us/en/support/shipping-support/shipping-special-care-regulated-it

How To Pack Cookies for Shipping

With the two golden rules in mind, follow these simple steps and you’ll be approaching cookie shipping perfection in no time:

• Always allow your cookies to cool to room temperature before packing. Shipping warm cookies will cause condensation in the container, which can spoil the texture of the cookie.
• Plastic wrap each cookie. For added protection against bumps and bangs, take individually wrapped cookies and double wrap them back-to-back.
• Use an airtight container for packing the cookies. Line the bottom of the container with a cushioning material, such as bubble wrap or Kraft paper.
• If shipping different types of cookies, stack bigger ones at the bottom, with smaller and lighter ones on top. Fill empty space with cushioning material.
• Place the inner container in a shipping box. Use packaging material to secure the container, which should fit snugly inside. Mark the box as “Perishable” and indicate “This Way Up” to reduce the chances of your carefully packed cookies getting flipped about. Visit The UPS Store^® location for supplies.

Even if a few cookies break here and there, you can bet your bottom dollar they’ll still get eaten.

Cute Packaging  to make :

Recycled Pringles containers 

Recycle coffee can...

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.

Todays free digital downloads for our cookbook.

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.