1985 CREATIVE IDEAS FOR CHRISTMAS CRAFTS & COOK BOOK

We are pleased to offer for your consideration a gently used (or unused) 154 page hardcover craft and cook book, CREATIVE IDEAS FOR CHRISTMAS 1985, compiled by Nancy Janice Fitzpatrick, published by Oxmoor House, 1985.   This book is in excellent condition with no markings, no torn or missing pages, no writing.   It contains written information and instructions, patterns, materials requirements for great Christmas decorating and gift projects, plus delicious holiday recipes and beautiful full-color photographs.  Sewing, Quilting, Crochet, Woodworking, Counted Cross Stitch, Needlepunch, Ribbon Weaving, Paper Cutting to name some of the techniques included.   

CREATIVE IDEAS FOR CHRISTMAS 1985:  "Christmas. Say it out loud, and it has a fresh and thrilling ring to it, like tinkling bells, singing voices, or - whisper it now - footfalls on the snow. Christmas. The very thought of it can bring a smile - the kind that starts in the corners of your mouth and rushes to warm your heart and soul. That is what this book is about - smiles and Christmas. We want to bring you both. With ideas and instructions for holiday decorating, gift-giving, and entertaining, we hope to take the guesswork out of your handmade Christmas projects, so that you can confidently create those personal touches that loved ones will cherish. And as you work, smile in anticipation of the answering smiles that your thoughtful.labors will inspire." 

INTRODUCTION

WELCOME THE SEASON:  Twinkling Hearts in Punched Tin;  A Merry Mailbox;  'Twas the Night Before Christmas: Stenciled Santa Wall Hanging, Stamped Ornaments, Reindeer on Dowels, Wooden Candle Holder;  Decorate with Nature's Little Extras: Sweet-Gum Bear, Pinecone Valance, Walnut Mouse, Peachy Duck Wreath, Pinecone Box;  Country Pines Quilt;  Last-Minute Decorating;  A Trio of Wooden Elves;  Santa's Tiny Helpers;  Trim with Shimmering Ribbons: Wreath, Stockings, Tree Skirt;  Apple Candlesticks;  Quiet Elegance for the Holidays: Moire and Lace Tree Skirt, Ornaments, Evergreen Wreath;  Accents of Lace and Embroidery: Embroidered Lace Fan, Lace Napkin Rings, Lacy Nosegays;  Window Snowflakes;  Fragrant Tabletop Trees;  Silhouette the Season;  Weave Some Christmas Charm;  Celestial Cross-Stitch;  A Goodie Tree;  Stars Galore!;  Festive Felt.   

HANDMADE WITH LOVE:  Make It Fun to Wear: Teddy Bear Pocket, Smocked Gingham Pinafore;  Baby's First Christmas;  Terry the Snowman;  A Versatile Christmas Quilt;  Present a Pretty Pair;  A Festive Frame of Mind;  Noteworthy Notepads;  Quilt-Look Winter Village;  A Playful Puppy Pillow;  Spoty Seasonal Sweat Suits;  Have a Cool Yule!;  Perky Pet Stockings;  A Chorus of Carolers;  Mr. Clown Makes It All Better;  Starry Night Afghan;  Ruffles and Lace: A Country Heart;  Applique with Christmas Cutouts;  Quick-Weave Place Mats:  Ribbon-Embroidered Mat, Woven Canvas Mats;  An Angel of an Apron.

YOUR CHRISTMAS KITCHEN: 

GIFTS OF HOME COOKING:  Cookie Gift Boxes, German Stollen, Almond Creme Liqueur, Butterscotch Popcorn Bark, Savory Cornmeal Thins, Homemade Maple Syrup, Coffee Almond Praline Topping, Marmalade Meringue Bars, Raisin Sauce, Honeyed Figs, Swiss Almond Tea Wafers, Hot Buttered Drink Mix, Cherry Winks, Granola Snack Mix; 

ELEGANT DESSERTS: Raspberry Tart, Lime Cream Dessert, Chocolate Orange Meringue Torte, White Apricot-Glazed Fruitcake, Blueberry Flan, Italian Cream Coconut Cake, Frozen English Custard, Black Forest Cake; 

MAKE IT QUICK WITH A MICROWAVE: Tomato Cream Soup, Chicken Salad Pinwheels, Turkey Reuben Casserole, Rice and Ham Ravigote, Pork and Pineapple Pie, Crab and Muchroom Au Gratin, Nutty Caramel Chews; 

AN EVENING WITH THE FAMILY: Almond-Topped Brie, Pimiento Broccoli, Dutch Meat Loaf, Parsleyed Fettuccine, Breakaway Vegetable Bread, Hot Brandied Fruit Kabobs, Strawberry Cream Puffs, Brownie Alaskas; 

KIDS' PARTY: Vegetable Santa, Christmas Tree Pizza Wedges, Nutty Sesame Angels, Strawberry Peppermint Slush, Animal Ornaments, Rudolph, the Reindeer Orange; 

CELEBRATE NEW YEAR'S EVE: Hot Spinach Bacon Dip, Holiday Beef Brisket, Apricot Chicken, Tomato Leek Tart, The King's Butter Cake, Brandied Fruit Compote, Coffee Elegante, Swedish Glogg.

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