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This month we're focusing on creating a little happiness and gathering our friends together for some girl time. It seems like everyone is feeling "the pinch" in one way or another...so take a little time together to smile and just have some fun.
Did you know March is National Craft Month? Why not celebrate with a Crafternoon? You'll love our photo craft idea...and because crafty souls need refreshment, wait 'til you try our recipe for pizza fondue!
So...keep it easy, keep it fun. Let's celebrate the little things this month!
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Get out your colored pencils...it's time to get crafty!
Have some nostalgic family photos but you're not quite sure what to do with them? Gather your girlfriends and get crafting with this super-simple craft. All you need is a set of colored pencils, some fine-tipped markers, scrapbook glue and a pretty assortment of scrapbook papers. Have everyone bring black & white photocopies of favorite family photos and a few sheets of scrapbook paper to use or share. Color the photocopies as you like, trim and adhere onto scrapbook paper backgrounds. Frame any way you like. These make colorful and oh-so personal gifts...why not make some notecards too?
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After all of that crafting, of course, you'll need some snacks! Enjoy this delicious recipe from our 101 Homestyle Favorites cookbook!
Pizza Fondue
1 lb. ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 10-oz. cans pizza sauce
1 T. cornstarch
1-1/2 t. fennel seed
1-1/2 t. dried oregano
1/4 t. garlic powder
2-1/2 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
2 c. shredded mozzarella cheese
2 loaves French bread, sliced and toasted
Brown ground beef and onion in a skillet over medium heat; drain. Add remaining ingredients except bread; simmer until cheese melts. Serve hot with bread slices for dipping. Serves 6 to 8.
Click Here for the printable recipe! |
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Host a Coupon Party: Saving money is always fun, so gather your friends, this week's grocery store circulars and coupons from last Sunday's newspaper and make it a party! A quick search on the internet will bring you lots of sites for printable coupons as well. Swap 'em, share 'em and have some fun! Tuck them inside our Coupon Organizer and you'll be ready to shop.
Take an Armchair Vacation: Pick a dream destination, find a travel DVD from your library and take a mini vacation right at home with your friends. Invite each person to bring a dish that celebrates the place you've chosen and sit on comfy cushions around the TV. Make plans to visit the real place someday! |
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Crafternoon: Whether you choose cardmaking, scrapbooking or quilting, plan a night to have some crafty fun together. Everyone brings supplies and snacks to share...you provide the frosty beverages!
Progressive Dinner: Have appetizers at one friend's home, salad at the next, and so on. Take your time and enjoy the change of scenery! |
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Surprise-Ingredient Potluck: Ever wondered what cardamom tastes like...or shallots? Have everyone make a dish with an ingredient they've never cooked with before but always wondered about. Chances are you'll enjoy some great new taste sensations!
All Fun & Games Night: Whether you love board games, cards or Bunco, enjoy a night of friendly competition and lots of fun. Appetizers and finger foods are perfect!
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Recipe Exchange: It's not just for cookies! Pick a theme, whether it's appetizers, desserts, salads or sides...everyone brings a dish to share and several copies of the recipe. You'll have delicious treats to try and a whole handful of tested recipes to take home.
Host a "How to" Party: Can you make a perfect pie crust? Got a friend with a flair for fashion? Invite some friends over and pass along your tips and tricks, giving everyone a chance to learn something new. |
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We've got spring fever...what better reason for a potluck? We chose our new cookbook Summer in the Country for the theme of this get-together, and just check out all of these tasty dishes!
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Next Month
April ushers in warmer weather, bouquets of watercolor blooms and dreams of Easter dinner.
We can't wait...see you then!
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