Monthly Archives: September 2010

Magnetic Attraction

By Rachel | Published: September 30, 2010
“Dear Rachel, Why are you so obsessed with buttons? First it was the button wine charms, now it’s button magnets, I mean really, what is going on between you and these buttons?” Sincerely, Concerned Reader” Dear Reader, I understand your concern, I DO use buttons a lot. I mean, two button craft projects in less  Read More...
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Grandma Neeley’s Apple Cake

By Rachel | Published: September 30, 2010
Growing up with Grandma Neeley we never went hungry. She was a one-woman show in the kitchen and had a list of specialties a mile long. Fried potatoes, hobo stew, coconut cream pie, and to this day even using all the same ingredients I can never make a ham sandwich that tastes as good as  Read More...
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Apple Placesetting

By Rachel | Published: September 29, 2010
In celebration of Apple week here on MCL, here’s a quick and easy placesetting using the item in question. Print names in heavy card stock and attach to the apple with a pin or a small nail. You could also cut your cardstock in the shape of a leaf and attach it next to the  Read More...
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Individual Apple Pies By Jackie Ambrose

By Rachel | Published: September 27, 2010
I don’t always have the pleasure of eating the featured recipe readers send in (since they come from all over) but this one (as in this specific pie pictured) was mine and I ate every, single, bite. It was so decadent. The rich apple and cinnamon flavors combine with the silky homemade whip cream and  Read More...
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Book Club Cocktails

By Rachel | Published: September 24, 2010
Don’t you just ADORE a themed cocktail? I know, me too. This week to cap off our week long Book Club spectacular with cocktail based on some of the most-read book club books. So, if you’re hosting book club for one of these titles, go ahead and steal these cute ideas. If you have a  Read More...
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Book Club Decor

By Rachel | Published: September 22, 2010
Now that you’ve learned what to play at book club and what to eat at book club, here are some ideas for how to set up a fun buffet for book club!! Now, I made very sure to use only things I already had in my house for this one since I know a book  Read More...
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Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms

By Rachel | Published: September 21, 2010
Continuing on with our Book Club week I wanted to showcase an easy to make, delicious to eat, appetizer for your next book club meeting. These took all of 15 minutes to prep and while I made mine with chicken apple sausage, just about any kind will do. Here’s what you’ll need… Ingredients White mushrooms  Read More...
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Book Club Playlist

By Rachel | Published: September 20, 2010
Planning a book club at your house?? Set the mood with this list of girl-powered music: 1. Love is Free by Sheryl Crow 2. Breath – Michelle Branch 3. Halo – Beyonce 4. Don’t Wait Too Long – Madelein Peyroux 5. Rise Up – Diane Birch 6. The Story – Brandi Carlile 7. Mercy –  Read More...
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Citrus Berry Syrup by Jason VanBorssum

By Rachel | Published: September 20, 2010
When I first came up with the idea for the Featured Chic Reader, Jason VB was my must-get. He is one of the most talented home cooks I’ve yet to meet and never ceases to blow my mind (and my palette) with his creations. Jason makes my attempt at entertaining look like a homeless man  Read More...
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Oatmeal Cream Pies

By Rachel | Published: September 16, 2010
Here it is… my BEST recipe! Honestly, I’m not being cocky, anyone who’s tried these will agree. When new neighbors moved in across the street a few years ago I wanted to try something new to welcome them to the neighborhood. I whipped these up and walked them across the street, a one man welcome  Read More...
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