December 31, 2010

"auld lang syne"

New Year's Eve is one of those love-it-or-hate-it holidays. But no matter how you feel about celebrating, odds are you're going to hear "Auld Lang Syne" at least 500 times. There is no escape.


Naturally, Web searches on the song pop like champagne corks on New Year's Eve. Our guess is that folks simply want to know what the song actually means. After all, it's not often that people belt out a tune that they don't really understand. Well, wonder no more. Here's the scoop on the song that is mandatory for one night every year.

According to the good people at TLC, the song is an "extremely old Scottish song that was first written down in the 1700s." The poet Robert Burns often gets credit for the words.

Or at least some of them. People often belt out their own lyrics. A site dedicated to the great poet explains, "In spite of the popularity of 'Auld Lang Syne,' it has aptly been described as 'the song that nobody knows.' As for the the music, it's more of a traditional folk song."

So, what do the words actually mean? Basically, the words "auld lang syne" translate into "for days past," "days gone by," or "for the sake of old times," depending on whom you ask. But no matter what the literal translation is, the sentiment is the same. It's a song that aims to honor the good old days on a night that's all about ringing in the new.

Wishes for many song sung -------

December 30, 2010

December 27, 2010

end of the year SALE

It is that time of year - we have to do inventory and need your help - take it from us at the fabulous sale prices so we don't have to count it !!!


End of the Year Inventory Reduction

SALE

35% off your ENTIRE purchase
Tuesday thru Thursday
December 28 to 30th !!!
( excludes new Bo Bunny & Bazzill paper stock : gift certificates, classes and crops)

December 13, 2010

Christmas is right around the corner

Christmas is coming soon and how cool would it be to go for a sleigh ride with your honey in the snow !!!  Just having to share this picture - would love it to be me !!



At the store we have our new order of Bo Bunny Chirstmas paper and Echo Park ----- for all of your scrapbooking needs we have both cutesy and vintage papers and embellishments for you.  We also have tons of card making supplies too ! Tons of new stickles, bazzill paper and those cute gingerbread cut outs - I also made a banner using the new pennant shapes we have , Echo Park paper and bling - cute and soooo easy - use the sample as a pattern and make one for a friend - it will take you less than an hour !

Last night , I was finishing up a Christmas project that I am making for family members and  had the Christmas tree lights on, a few candles lit and just sat there for a minute and totally enjoyed the peace.  The dogs were laying at my feet , the cats were somewhere , Mackenzie was sleeping and Clarence was dozing on the couch - just peaceful and family ~~~~~~ all together at home.  Lovely.

December 9, 2010

Have you finished your cards?

I just finished my cards and they are ready for the postman to pick up - thank you Kim for the vintage inspiration - used Pink Paislee papers to complete them - added a separate sheet with this oh so good popcorn.....you should try it !! It looks like a lot of work , the directions are pretty detailed it is really easy to make !!

Peppermint Bark Popcorn



Recipe by Our Best Bites


16-20 C popped popcorn (fresh, or about 2 bags microwave popcorn)
1 lb Almond Bark

1 6oz box candy canes, crushed. (About 1-1 1/2 C total and Bob's are the best!)

3/4 C semi-sweet chocolate chips
*one bag microwave popcorn has about 10 cups in it, so if you're air-popping, do about 20 cups.

Place popcorn in a very large mixing bowl.

I put my candy canes in a large zip-lock bag and have a whack with a heavy marble rolling pin.

One they're crushed, dump them into the bowl with the popcorn.

To melt the almond bark, follow the instructions on the package. Pour over popcorn and candy canes.

Stir it up really well until the candy is evenly distributed. Pour the popcorn out onto a piece of waxed paper, parchment, or foil. Spread it out into an even layer and leave it alone!

While the popcorn is setting, place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30 second intervals until melted and smooth. Drizzle the melted chocolate over the popcorn simply put it in a zip-lock bag with the corner cut off.

Leave it until the almond bark and the chocolate is hardened. If you need to hurry it up, do this whole process on lined cookie sheets you can pop in the fridge.

When chocolate is hardened, use your hands to break up popcorn into chunks. Toss in a bowl, a jar, a cute package, or in your mouth :)

December 6, 2010

Tim Holtz Tags - total goodness

Tim's 12 tags of Christmas is totally amazing - he is creating a tag a day with all of the instructions for us to make it - I think today's is my favorite , well so far !!! GO to Tim Holtz website for inspiration - you will be glad you did !!!