November/December 2014

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Av a i l a b l e a c ro s s t h e U. S. A . & C a n a d a
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Merry Christmas
And the W Are...
Winners of the book, Emma’s Marriage Secret: Judy Beard of Apple Valley, MN
Kim Keller, Publisher
12835 Kiska St. NE
Blaine, MN 55449
763-754-1661
minnesota@countryregister.com
www.countryregister.com/mn
Liz Holthaus of Cold Spring, MN won a $25 gift certificate to Little Sister’s Antiques
in Cold Spring, MN. Liz says Little Sister’s Antiques is her favorite shop because
“Great shop and close to home. They have great nostalgia items!”
Minnesota’s Guide to Specialty Shopping & Fun Events
The Country Register Publisher Contact List
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Georgia: Linda Parish, 706-340-1049
Idaho (N): Dee Sleep, 605-722-7028
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Indiana: Gail & Merle Taylor, 888-616-8319
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Michigan: Bill & Marlene Howell, 989-751-8860
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Merry Christmas
City Listing
Aitkin....................................................................7
Andover.....................................................................11
Austin.......................................................................23
Bemidji....................................................................9
Blue Earth..................................................................23
Brainerd........................................................................6
Cannon Falls............................................................17
Clear Lake, IA...........................................................27
Cloquet....................................................................15
Cold Spring...............................................................14
Crookston..................................................................9
Detroit Lakes..........................................................9
Downsville, WI..........................................................10
Duluth....................................................................4&5
Eagan.........................................................................12
East Grand Forks.....................................................9
Eden Valley................................................................13
Ellsworth, IA..............................................................27
Excelsior....................................................................12
Foley.......................................................................13
Garden City..............................................................20
Grand Rapids......................................................4
Hibbing.................................................................5
Hudson......................................................................11
Hutchinson..............................................................14
International Falls.....................................................4
Iron.........................................................................5
Kimball....................................................................13
Lake City....................................................................16
Litchfield..............................................................15
Little Falls.....................................................................6
Lone Rock, IA...........................................................27
Luverne...................................................................26
Mankato.............................................................20
Maple Grove.............................................................12
McGregor............................................................7
Medford.....................................................................19
Moorhead..................................................................9
Moose Lake...............................................................5
Morton.......................................................................24
Motley........................................................................6
New Prague..............................................................12
New Ulm...........................................................24&25
Nisswa......................................................................6
North Branch............................................................11
Northfield...................................................................17
Owatonna.................................................................19
Rogers........................................................................12
Sherburn.................................................................26
Shoreview.................................................................10
St. Joseph...................................................................15
St. Peter......................................................................20
Waseca.....................................................................19
White Bear Lake...............................................10&11
Windom................................................................26
Winona......................................................................16
Worthington..............................................................26
Occasional Sales
Boutiques • Craft Shows
“One man’s junk is another man’s treasure”
A Maze’n Farmyard.................................................................................................13
Black Forest Boutique........................................................................................12
Chickadee....................................................................................................10
Christkindlmarkt.........................................................................................................25
Christmas in My Hometown......................................................................................6
Excelsior Chirstkindlsmarkt.............................................................................12
Gnomemade..............................................................................................................25
Hidden Treasures Boutique.....................................................................................11
Holiday Arts & Crafts............................................................................................6
Hudson Holiday Boutique...................................................................................11
River Valley Boutique..........................................................................................12
The Peddler.........................................................................................................20
The Tattered Angel..................................................................................................17
Special Events
November
1-2................................................Christmas Open House - Kindred House - Grand Rapids
1-16................................................................................Norhwoods Boutique - Rochester
5-9.......................................................................................The Prim Barn Sale - Lake City
6-8.........................................Christmas in the Country - Briar Patch Primitives - St. Joseph
6-8...........................................Holiday Open House - Little Sister’s Antiques - Cold Spring
6-8....................................................Over the River Shop Hop - Quilted Treasrues - Rogers
6-8..............................Over the River Shop Hop - Gone To Pieces Quilt Shop - Kimball
6-9................................................................Hidden Treasures Boutique - North Branch
6-9...........................................................................Gnomemade Artisan Market - New Ulm
6-16..................................................................................River Valley Boutique - New Prague
7-8....................................Christmas Premiere - Round Barn Potting Company - Andover
7-9.............................................Holiday Open House - This is Sew Broadway - Crookston
8..................................................Brainerd Annual Fall Arts & Crafts Festival - Brainerd
8-9..................................................Civil War Weekend - Quilted Steeple - Lone Rock, IA
8-21(weekends)...........................Holiday Boutique - A Maze’n Farmyard - Eden Valley
13-15.........................................10th Anniversary Sale - Old Alley Quilt Shop - Sherburn
13-15.......Hammers & Heels Occasional Sales - Kathy’s Country Square - Moose Lake
13-16..........................................................................The Peddler of Rapidan Sale - Mankato
13-16....................................................................Hidden Treasures Boutique - North Branch
14-16.......................Holiday Open House - DeAnn’s Country Village Shoppe - Litchfield
14-15...........................North Iowa Quilters One-Stop Shopping Spree - Clear Lake, IA
15-16.............................................Christmas Party - Farmer’s Daughter - White Bear Lake
20-21...........................................................Retreat - Kathy’s Country Square - Moose Lake
20-22.............................................Christmas Open House - Lost & Found - Eden Valley
21-22........................Christmas Open House - Crafty Corner Quilt Shop - Worthington
21-22............................Holiday Open House - Round Barn Potting Company - Andover
21-22...........................................................Holiday Open House - Quilted Dog - Cloquet
21-23..........................................................................Beneath the Village Wreath - Morton
22-23.............................................Christmas Open House - The Hardy Geranium - Austin
22-24..........................................................................Beneath the Village Wreath - Morton
28............................................................................Christmas in My Hometown - Little Falls
28-29......................................................Christkindlmarkt Old World Christmas - New Ulm
28-29..........................................Christkindlsmarkt Open Air Christmas Market - Excelsior
28-30..............................................................Open House - Country Craft Shed - Duluth
December
4..................................................................................................Mistletoe Madness - Morton
4-6.......Hammers & Heels Occasional Sales - Kathy’s Country Square - Moose Lake
5...................................................................................................................Mistletoe Madness
5..........................................Staying Home For the Holidays - Shop Sherburn - Sherburn
5-6............................Vintage Holiday Market - Round Barn Potting Company - Andover
6..............................Customer Appreciation Day - Gone To Pieces Quilt Shop - Kimball
6...................................................Hudson Holiday Boutique and Craft Sale - Hudson, WI
Januray
9-11.......................................9th Anniversary Celebration - Quilts on Broadway - Foley
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Wishing you a Merry Christmas!
May all your gifts be handmade!
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Duluth, MN55804
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Cloquet • Duluth • Hibbing • Iron • Moose Lake
Treats s Nov. 21 (10am - 5pm) WBuses
Nov. 22 (10am - 5pm) elcome!
& Prize
Pick up your Gift Certificates for Christmas!
HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Full Service Quilt Shop!
274 Hwy 33 North
Beautiful Fabrics • Great Patterns & Books
Cloquet, MN 55720
• Wide Array of Notions
218-879-3577
www.quilteddogquiltshop.com • Long Arm Services • Classes for all Levels
• Beautiful holiday kits and projects
Mon-Sat 10am-5pm
Quilted Dog Quilt Shop Cloquet, MN
Kathy’s Country Square
Over 70
Quilts on
Display!
100 Hillside Terrace • Moose Lake, MN
Tues-Fri 10-5 (West on 3rd St. by Lazy Moose Cafe - follow the blue signs) Find all 70
and receive a
218-485-8231
Sat 10-4
Free FQ!
Open Sewing Tues-Thurs $3/day
Purchase a shopping bag for $15 and fill it with whatever glass,
ceramic and/or pottery and receive 30% off!
**RETREAT: Nov 20-22 - Call for details**
Hammers and Heels Occasional Sales
November 13-15 • December 4-6
Occasional Sales are known for repurposed, upcycled items at great prices!
“Not necessarily perfection, but fabulous!”
Ways to Reduce Holiday Stress
Quilts Around the Corner
12150 W. Old Highway 169 · Hibbing, MN
(Quarter Mile West of Walmart)
218-263-9078 · quiltsaroundthecorner@gmail.com
Stop in and check out all we have to offer!
Fabrics, Patterns, Notions, and More!
Happy Holidays to All Our Customers!
Hours: Tue-Fri 10-5; Sat 10-4; Closed Sun & Mon
Closed
Christmas Day
until New
Years Day!
Terri’s Treasures
Quilt Shop
8679 So. Iron Bowl Lane · Iron, MN 55751
218-744-1935
Tues, Wed, Fri & Sat: 10-5 Thurs: 10-7
Open Sewing Every Day!
Come see us often!
We are continually adding new
items!
Fabric • Patterns • Books
Classes • Notions & More
by Wanda Headricks
Do the holidays make you feel anxious? Are you stressed trying to get everything
done? Do you feel isolated or that you are alone and the only one concerned?
Most all of us have had some or all of these feelings at one time or another, so I
would like to share with you some ways to use essential oils in your everyday life to
help combat these feelings and enjoy the anticipation, preparation and festivities of
holiday fun with your family and friends more.
Scent your home or environment with pure essential oils using a room diffuser,
humidifier or a pan of boiling water (remember to turn the boiling water off before
adding the essential oils). The oils must be 100% pure essential oils, not fragrance
oils. Remember that pure essential oils have antibacterial, antiviral and other
properties that can help keep our environment healthy as they lift our spirits. A nice
suggestion for an essential oil blend to diffuse into your environment is:
Cinnamon Essential Oil: 4 drops
Clove Essential Oil: 4 drops
Sweet Orange Essential Oil: 20 drops
Ginger Essential Oil: 4 drops
Blend together and enjoy.
Ginger is warming, eases sore throats and runny noses, and is cheering and
stimulating to the mind. Cinnamon is considered a strong antiseptic and excellent for
combating feelings of exhaustion and depression. Clove has a positive, uplifting effect
on the mind and sweet orange adds a spark of sunshine to dispel gloomy thoughts
and depression, relieve stress, tension, and encourage energy and a positive outlook.
You can always adjust the amount of each essential oil to your own personal
scent preference. Try experimenting with different essential oils by using fir needle,
peppermint, or pine essential oil in place of the cinnamon or clove essential oil. Fir,
peppermint and pine are excellent to dry up colds and coughs, are uplifting to the
emotions, and reduce stress and anxiety.
Use lemon essential oil to clean sinks, countertops and floors and sweet orange
essential oils in jojoba oil to dust and polish furniture. Both lemon and sweet
orange essential oil have antimicrobial properties and are relaxing and uplifting.
Create your own Home Spa! This is probably my favorite way to de-stress: In a
bath tub full of warm water, add 1/8 to ¼ cup of Dead Sea Salt. Then add a total
of 20 drops in any combination of the following oils: lavender, sweet orange,
chamomile, bergamot, patchouli, ylang ylang, cypress, ginger, clary sage,
eucalyptus, tea tree, lemon, geranium, basil, eedarwood, sandalwood, jasmine and
rose. These essential oils are uplifting, relaxing and have properties to help keep
down coughs, colds, flu and combat exhaustion, anxiety and depression.
Experiment with using pure essential oils to relax, decrease stress and bring
greater joy your holiday celebrations with family and friends.
For Pure Essential Oils, room diffusers, and other ways to use essential oils go to Flinthills Aromatheapy, Inc. at
www.flinthillsaromatherapy.com or email info@flinthillsaromatherapy.com . We can also be reached by phone at 620.394.2250
The Country Craft Shed
7016 Van Rd. Duluth, MN
218-721-3258
Christmas Open House
Sat. - Sun.
10am - 4pm
November 28th - 30th
Primitive furniture • Rustic • Vintage
Repurposed items • One of a kind handmade items • Candles
New Christmas Items
Ma Bag
“The Country Register keeps getting better and
better”!
Patti Lee Bock
“Thank you for The Country Register. I thoroughly
enjoy reading it cover to cover. Keep up the great job and hard work”.
Cheryl Christlieb
Thank you so much for the tea book! I was so excited when it came. I love all the
recipes and I am a tea drinker. I love The Country Register. I read all the stories and
enjoy the recipes.
Vickie Edin
“I am a sewer, knitter, and quilter. I live in the country and we don’t have many shops
in our area. I also have friends in the area who like to know about events and shops
that we can travel together to visit”.
Linda Verbonich
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Brainerd • Lile Falls • Motley • Nisswa
Tattered Edges
Now
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Needful Wares & Antique Finds
33885 US Hwy 10
Motley, MN 56466
218-821-2236
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Christmas Open House:
November 7-8 & November 14-15
Over The Teacup
Ch ri s tmas i n My H ometown
8th Annual Linden Hill Christmas
at the Mansions
Nov 28th - Dec 7th, 2014
Daily 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Enjoy a self-guided tour of the Musser and
Weyerhaueser Mansions featuring Christmas decor in every room!
Music, hot apple cider and cookies for all!
Adults $12 · 12-17 years $5 · 11 & under - Free
Friends of Linden Hill Annual Fundraiser · 608 Highland Ave · Little Falls MN 56345
320-616-5580 · www.linden-hill.org · info@linden-hill.org
FolkArt • Barn Stars •Furniture
• Floral • Wall Quilts • Frames
• Pottery • Stitcheries • Primitives
Happy
Holidays
Directions from Nisswa:
From Hwy 371 N take a right onto
Main Street in Nisswa. We are on
the left hand side almost at the end
of the block.
Winter
Hours:
Mon-Sat
10:30-4:00
25497 Main Street
Nisswa
by Janet Young
Tea for One
If you are of a certain age, we have all heard the phrase, “Tea for Two”... well,
how about Tea for One? After all it is the holiday season when you find yourself
inundated with many additional responsibilities apart from your normal routine. It is at
this time, that most of us are ready to say, “STOP”! But, what do we do? Most likely
we take the burden on, thereby adding even more stress to our already hectic lives.
Why do we do that? Is it because we have certain traditions we don’t want to
give up? IF that is the case, then look for ways to simplify that tradition. Also be
honest, if it is something that you should eliminate at least this year, then do so
without feeling guilty. One added bonus might be that you will discover how much
that tradition really means to your family when it is not there one year. You may
find you can eliminate it altogether.
But, let’s suppose you really want to host your annual Christmas Open House Tea.
Fine! But, look for ways you can make the task easier. Start by asking each of your
guests to bring a tea food item. To make sure you get a nice assortment, devise a
system such as dividing the alphabet into three or four groups. Then tell your guests
if their last name begins with an A–G they are to bring sandwiches, H–R tea breads
or scones, S–Z dessert. IF that is too risky, how about asking a specific guest to bring
something for which they are famous. If your friend is a terrific baker then perhaps
she could be the one to make a dessert or some scones. If you have someone who
does not consider herself to be a good cook, then how about supplying her with a
recipe for cucumber sandwiches. It is only a matter of assembling the items, no
cooking required. You get the idea. Use whatever method works best for you.
There are numerous ways we can survive the holidays. But, one you may want to
incorporate into your schedule is a daily “Tea for One”. Each day, prepare a tea tray
consisting of a pot of tea, a pretty china teacup, and a cookie, or piece of fruit,
whatever treat you wish to add. Then find a quiet spot, perhaps by the fire, if you have
a fireplace, or wherever you can unwind and sit back and savor each sip of tea and
each bite of your favorite tea treat. If you like, put on some soothing holiday music,
read a book (at Christmas time, there are quick read books that might serve as an
inspiration and reminder of what Christmas is all about). The main thing is to be in
the moment. Do not let your mind race thinking about all the things you have to
do. Just be. If you practice this starting in November, by Christmas you may have
discovered a new reason to enjoy teas, as calmness overshadows you.
Tea for One—there really isn’t anything more rewarding. Try it and may you
experience a Blest Christmas!
–Janet Young, Certified Tea and EtiquetteConsultant, is a founding member of Mid-Atlantic Tea Business
Association and freelance writer/national tea presenter. Visit her website at www.overtheteacup.com.
Nov/Dec 2014
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Piecing Life Together
by Barbara Polston
Being a Mother Elephant
Barbara Polston is the author of Quilting with Doilies: Inspiration, Techniques, and Projects
(Schiffer Books, 2015) and an award-winning quiltmaker. To see Barbara’s quilts, join her on
Facebook or book her class and lecture offerings at www.barbarapolston.com. She was inducted
into Arizona Quilters Hall of Fame in September 2013. Barbara, who has lived in Phoenix, AZ, for
over 28 years, is calmly quilting in Studio Narnia. ©Barbara Polston, Phoenix, AZ, September 2014
ؓThanksgiving Word Scramble
SEE KEY BELOW
Scrambled
Word
Description
01.
cnoar
fruit of an oak
02.
pecrie
set of instructions for making or preparing a food dish
03.
yukter
large mainly domesticated game bird native to North America
04.
veftorsel
food remaining after the rest has been used or consumed
05.
efsta
large meal, typically one in celebration of something
06.
scnrebreria
small, red, acid berry used in cooking
07.
aletchlotb
a cloth spread over a table
08.
kmppinu
large rounded orange-yellow fruit
09.
rransdnpgaet
parents of your parents
10.
rmkstdicu
the meaty lower leg of a turkey
11.
avhsrte
the process or period of gathering in crops
12.
iesbwhon
forked bone in front of the breastbone in a turkey
13.
lartpte
large plate in an oval or circular in shape, used for serving food
14.
eenertieccp
decorative piece or display placed in the middle of a dining table
15.
ratgitued
quality of being thankful
16.
tfgfinus
seasoned bread crumbs used to stuff a turkey
17.
evetasbleg
plant, or part of a plant, used as food
18.
yoldhia
day of festivity or recreation when no work is done
19.
tsstleer
person who moves to a new place with the intention to stay there
20.
cevacr
cut (cooked meat) into slices for eating
1. acorn, 2. recipe, 3. turkey, 4. leftovers, 5. feast, 6. cranberries, 7. tablecloth, 8. pumpkin, 9. grandparents,
10. drumstick, 11. harvest, 12. wishbone, 13. platter, 14. centerpiece, 15. gratitude,
16. stuffing, 17. vegetables, 18. holiday, 19 .settlers, 20. carve
Elephants are pregnant for 22 months, almost two years! I’m anticipating the
arrival of a “baby,” an arrival that has been anticipated for well over 22 months. I
think I know how an expectant elephant must feel!
I’m pleased to announce that my first book, Quilting with Doilies: Inspirations,
Techniques, and Projects, will be released by Schiffer Books in Spring 2015.
When I approached my publisher with the book concept, I had about half the
quilts and projects featured in it done. Offered a contract, I had nine months to
have all the projects completed. The manuscript needed to be written and photographs taken. Although not a “spreadsheet organized” kind of person, I created one
for each project to track it from concept through completion, including manuscript
and photography. All my other quilting projects came to a screeching halt as I
worked feverishly to meet my submission deadline.
Then, the waiting began. First, I was notified that my submission was complete
and acceptable. One hurdle accomplished. A bit later, we debated about, and I
finally approved, a book cover. Recently, I reviewed and corrected what is called the
“galley”, just the written words that will appear in the book. Next, I’ll approve them
again with pictures and illustrations added.
A quilting friend recently enjoyed the release of her second book. A reader
published a review on Amazon, calling the book “a waste of money”. She was
crushed, as I would be, to read a review so negative. If folks understood how an
author’s heart and soul and blood, sweat and tears go into birthing a book, I have
to believe that they would hesitate before being so negative.
No, I did not receive an advance for writing the book. Quilt book authors
receive royalty payments based on sales. If you divide my anticipated royalties by
the number of hours invested, I think that I’ll have earned a few pennies per hour.
Why do it then? I believe I have valuable things to share—a point of view about
vintage doilies, my favorite go-to quilting techniques and projects that are fun to
make and enjoy. Each project is introduced with an inspiration, a snippet of my life
and the people I love.
I hope my book is well received. Just like the mother elephant, I’m looking
forward to the birth!
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Merry Christmas
Along for the Journey . . .
by Dr. Joe Wheeler
Yosemite National Park–Part 1 — 20th in a series of articles featuring our National Parks
Yosemite is the penultimate stop in our Great Circle
of National Parks grand tour and where the National
Park story begins. Yosemite’s story really begins with
Dr. Lafayette Bunnell in one of the earliest expeditions
(1851) into this then all but unknown valley. He was so
overwhelmed by what he saw that he named the valley.
Wrongly, it turns out. In his ignorance of the Native
American Indians who lived here, he mistakenly named
it Yosemite Valley. Turns out that Yosemite translates as
“Killers”...“People who should be feared.” It should have
been called “Ahwahnee Valley,” so named by the
Ahwahnee Indians who referred to themselves as the
“Ahwahneechies.” Translated, “Ahwahnee” means “The
Place of the Gaping Mouth” (Duncan and Burns, p. 2).
Word spread, and photographers (the profession then
in its infancy) and artists such as that great romantic landscapist, Albert Bierstadt (who came here and painted such
magnificent canvasses in 1862 he was paid an unheard
of $25,000 for one of his Yosemite paintings) packed
into the valley to see if it was all legend attributed to it.
In 1864, John Conners (junior senator from the very
young state of California) did an almost unbelievable thing:
In the midst of the bloodiest war in American history
(with more casualties than in all the rest of America’s wars
combined) Conners stood up on May 17, 1864 in the
Senate Chamber and introduced a bill to preserve this
little-known valley. A proposal that was unprecedented
in human history: to “set aside a large tract (some 60
square miles) of natural scenery for the future enjoyment
of everyone.” The bill included both Yosemite Valley and
the Mariposa Grove of Big Trees (Sequoia). The concept
for the bill had originated with Captain Israel Ward Raymond.
Such a proposal seemingly made little sense in light of
Americans’ well-known propensity to trash all its natural
wonders. They’d already all but ruined Niagara Falls with
cheap commercialism. Almost unbelievably—no small
thanks to Conners’ assurance that the land was completely
worthless and wouldn’t cost the country a dime—, the bill
sailed through; and on June 30, 1864, President Abraham
Lincoln “signed a law to preserve forever a beautiful valley
and a grove of trees that he had never seen thousands
of miles away.” (This section, Duncan and Burns, 8-13).
Unwisely, it turns out, the bill mandated turning the
park over to the State of California to administer, which
resulted in half a century of fierce and unrelenting
warfare between the forces of those who sought to
preserve the park in its pristine state and those who
sought to commercialize it, log it, mine it, and do all they
could to destroy it. It proved to be one of the bitterest
wars the West has ever known (matched only by the
battle to preserve the Grand Canyon of the Colorado).
The unenviable job of actually protecting the park fell
on the shoulders of 52-year-old Galen Clark, who’d proved
THE
CHRISTMAS
TREE ANGEL
by Lesley R. Nuttall
Have you given any thought, or wondered why
An angel adorns our Christmas tree so high?
It all began in the early 16th Century
The first angel sat on top a tree in Germany.
The angel is a symbol of love and everlasting light
A decorated tree with an angel is a beautiful sight!
This holiday tradition has a spiritual touch
In earlier times, it was said to ward off evil spirits, and such.
Our Christmas trees today give off such a mystic glow
The children make decorations, which we never outgrow.
We purchase ornaments of porcelain and fragile glass
And a feather winged angel to give our tree more class!
There are illuminated angels, Santa’s and the Bethlehem star
Our sparkling tress can be seen from afar.
Whatever our reason for an angel on top
Some of us will never, anytime stop!
himself to be a failure at most everything else he’d ever
tried to do. California appointed him the first guardian
of Yosemite and the Mariposa Grove for the munificent
figure of $500 a year. Out of that, he was to pay all his
living expenses, maintain all roads and bridges, supervise
all those who set up businesses, hotels, etc., and, not
incidentally, prevent the tourists from destroying the park!
An almost impossible challenge. Even at that, the State
of California withheld his wages for four years! Just as
bad, there was the self-appointed ruler of the park, James
Mason Hutchins (a man who’d done much to publicize
the park). Hutchins had no intention of surrendering
authority over the park to Clark or the State. In fact,
Hutchins decided to construct a sawmill in the park and
wasn’t about to be stopped by anyone! But he needed
a reliable man to construct the sawmill and run it.
Enter a wandering sheepherder from Scotland. Born
in Dunbar, Scotland, and growing up in Wisconsin, he
was raised by a harsh tyrannical father, an itinerant
Presbyterian minister, who forced his son to memorize
the Bible—and beat him repeatedly to keep him at it.
After escaping from his father, uncertain as to his future,
he walked a thousand miles to the Gulf of Mexico, then
came west. Seeking the wildest place he could find, he
was steered into sheepherding in the Sierra Nevada
Mountains. And so it came to pass that, in the fall of
1869, this 31-year-old walked into the Yosemite Valley
to apply for the job of sawmill builder and manager.
His name was John Muir (Duncan and Burns, 15-17).
SOURCES: Dayton Duncan and Ken Burns, The National
Parks: America’s Best Idea (New York: Alfred A. Kinopf, 2009).
Reprinted by permission of Joe Wheeler.
Visit his blog at: http://joewheeler.wordpress.com/
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Book 23
by Joe L. Wheeler
Country Register “Along for the Journey” columnist Joe Wheeler announces the
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For twenty-three years now, readers have been writing to Joe Wheeler, letting
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beyond me. Each one has its own special emotion, and I never cease to be drawn into
the plot. I am so thankful you make sure God is the center of all you share with us."
In this volume, Joe L. Wheeler gives the reader a treasury of old-fashioned
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This is Joe L. Wheeler’s 89th book and 74th story anthology!
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by Kerri Habben
Eighteen years ago I was in a crowded
washroom with my grandmother, who was then
89 and used a cane. As we carefully wended our
way through the different directions of lines to
exit, another grandmotherly lady suddenly
stopped right in the middle of the aisle and cast a quick glance at my grandmother.
She then bit into her lower lip so as not to cry, but her eyes were already
brimming. She reached out, clutched my free hand within both of hers and placed it
tightly between her breasts, close to her heart.
“Oh, my little Mama,” she whispered, her voice cracking. And then a contented
smile spread across her face.
Before we were channeled back into our respective lines, all I had time to utter
was a woefully inadequate “I’m sorry.” After all, there were women all around us
with more pressing matters to tend.
I did have time to look into her eyes. I hope my gaze back to her reflected some
compassion and not just shock at this powerfully true moment in a women’s bathroom.
I am grateful not to fully understand this lady’s emotion since I am blessed that
my mother and I still walk this earthly road together, side-by-side, supporting each
other in such a beautifully simple and yet increasingly complex world.
At this time of year, as the light lessens and festive spirits ignite, I am both filled
with joy and awash in wistfulness. I treasure the giving and the fellowship.
Whatever greeting is extended or holiday is celebrated, what we offer one another
is a timeless hope for peace on earth and goodwill to all.
Would that it were so. I wish kindness could be a daily offering not just one
people remember for a little while in December.
I’ve thought of our moment in the women’s washroom often over the years,
which brings me to the wistful part. I, too, have certain scenes that, if I let them,
could inspire such a reaction: an older man wearing just the right type of plaid
shirt; an old woman in a wheelchair, holding a handbag the way my aunt and
grandmother did; a thin man with a cane and a gentle warmth in his eyes; or an
older, bent-over man you knew was once tall and strong.
The family they evoke would be, at the youngest, 101, and at the oldest, 112.
They all lived long lives that many never had the chance to live. Their precious love
remains. There is everything to say thank you for and nothing to grieve. But even if
I am fortunate enough to live to the ages they did, I will always miss them.
I see the ‘us of yesterday’ in them even as I know others around us see
themselves of the past in Mom and me.
If I could return to the lady in the washroom again, I wouldn’t say a word. I’d pull
my grandmother in and together we’d create an island of honesty and joy. Let the
crowd grumble around us. We’d move apart, of course. But in that moment all that
was good and true would fully breathe. There would be more Christmas spirit than
in all the shopping malls combined.
Our greatest present then was the presence of our loved ones. By remembering,
we draw strength that bolsters us today and creates a legacy into the future. Our
greatest present today is treasuring each other’s presence.
Kerri Habben is a writer, photographer and historian living in Raleigh, NC. An avid crocheter and knitter,
she learned these skills from her grandmother and mother. She donates many of her yarn creations to
those in need. A published writer for nearly twenty years, Kerri is currently gathering a
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by Mary Dessoie
For Christmas, some children got toys for being good little girls and boys. That is
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Christmas trees—train sets, teddy bears and hobby horses, toy
drums, toy soldiers, sleds, trucks and all sorts of dolls.
They represent innocence and fun. They make us feel good,
even loved. They make us smile. Because they evoke such nostalgia,
old toys are among the most sought-after and are often the most
expensive collectibles on the antiques market.
It is a lovely idea to decorate for the holidays using old toys,
placing them on the mantel or book shelves, in the china
closet, even on the dining table or including them among the
wrapped packages under the tree.
It is not necessary to pay a fortune for them if you shop around.
If you check out the advertisers in this publication, you will
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when money was tight or from rural families living far from fancy department stores.
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classic old toy for your yearly Christmas decorating scheme. Before you know it, you shall have an investment
quality collection to pass down to your family. That is, of course, if they’ve been good little girls and boys.
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by Sharon Sullivan
Usually during the Christmas holiday, a traditional poem is recited by many
children and adults. Clement Clark Moore is credited with writing Twas the Night
Before Christmas or A Visit from St. Nicholas in 1823. In the second stanza, there is
a line, “The children were nestled all snug in their beds while visions of sugar plums
danced in their heads.”
Today, many children and adults have no idea what a sugar plum is. The word
plum doesn’t just mean fruit; it can mean all good things. Sugar plums are sweets
made of a mixture of dried fruit, honey and spices. They are rolled into a small ball
or oval and covered with powdered sugar or coconut. Sugar plums are a great
sweet for a holiday tea tray or featured item at a Victorian Yuletide Bazaar.
SUGAR PLUM RECIPE
¼ cup honey
2 teaspoons of grated orange peel
1 ½ teaspoons of cinnamon
½ teaspoon of allspice
½ teaspoon of nutmeg
2 cups finely chopped toasted almonds
1 cup finely chopped dried apricots (about 8 oz)
1 cup finely chopped dates (about 8 oz)
Powdered sugar for rolling
In a bowl, mix well honey, orange peel,
cinnamon, allspice and nutmeg. Stir in toasted
almonds, apricots and dates. Roll into tablespoon
size balls. Roll in powdered sugar to coat.
Store in an air-tight container. Just before
serving, roll each sugar plum a second time in
powdered sugar and place each sugar plum in
a decorative holiday mini-cupcake paper. Arrange on a holiday dish. Makes 3 ½ dozen.
Hint: To toast almonds: I use slivered almonds and place the almonds in a heavy,
ungreased skillet. Stir often over medium heat until almonds are golden brown.
Sharon Sullivan is originally from the Mesabi Iron Range in northeastern Minnesota and now resides in San Jose,
CA. She recently retired as an adult education instructor teaching adults with developmental disabilities. She
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CHRISTKINDLSMARKT
Excelsior Christkindlsmarkt is proud to announce its 8th annual German Festival
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DATES: Thanksgiving weekend: Nov.28th, Nov.29th and Nov.30th.
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Christkindlsmarkt will officially open at 10 AM on Friday, November 28th when
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Lantern Parade.
This immensely popular market will feature
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• Local choirs and carolers’, and German vocal groups.
• An array of delicious holiday foods.
• Father Christmas aboard the North Pole Trolley (running throughout the event).
• Horse-drawn buggy rides on the main street of Excelsior.
• Friday and Saturday Children’s Lantern Parade at 5:00pm.
• KinderWorld (children’s heated center for puppet shows, music, story
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Cold Spring • Hutchinson
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A Stitch Te
by Lisa Hansen
#Q714 - All Hearts
• Trace pattern onto a piece of muslin or osnaburg fabric using a light box or by
putting design up to a window with a disappearing pen.
• Use a backstitch and two or three strands of DMC floss to do your stitching unless
otherwise noted. Put a piece of cotton batting behind the fabric you are stitching
on to conceal stitches and for a nicer look.
• Coffee stain the completed stitchery in a mix of 1 cup warm water and 1 tbsp.
of coffee (double recipe accordingly). I brush on mixture using an old paint
brush and dry it in a cool temperature oven (225˚) laying it on an old cookie
sheet lined with parchment paper to keep it from sticking. Follow stitching colors
given below. You can use this design to create a pillow, tea towel, or frame in a
distressed wood frame. You can use this design to do simple wool applique or
needle punch as well. Enjoy!
• Verse, line under house and doors and windows - #310 Black
• Boughs on trees - #934 Black Avocado Green
• Trunk on trees, roof and chimney - #3828 Hazelnut Brown
• Stars - #3829 V Dark Old Gold
• Hearts - #814 Dark Garnet
• Outline of house - #3830 Terra Cotta
Copyright 2009 Lisa Hansen, “A Stitch in Time” 520 6th Ave N, Cold Spring, MN 56320 320-241-5065
www.astitchintimeprimitives.com; www.astitchintimepatterns.com
http://www.etsy.com/shop/stitchintimepatterns
All rights reserved. Designs may not be mass marketed or reproduced without the written permission of
A Stitch in Time. May be made for your own enjoyment, craft sales, local craft shops and for products to be
sold on ebay or etsy. Please do not resell pattern on ebay, etsy, or other auction website.
Nov/Dec 2014
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Litchfield • St. Joseph
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How to Make a Fresh Pine Arrangement
MATERIALS:
Container for arrangement
Waterproof container for foam such as:
foil loaf pans, plastic containers
Wet/fresh floral foam
Pruning shears/scissors
Assorted fresh pines such as:
cedar, white pine, silver fir,
boxwood, spruce
Embellishments such as:
candles, berries, glass ornaments
Kisses
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hugs
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Ribbons
Sparkle
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roping and cut a few sprigs and place randomly.
Then add variegated boxwood/orgonia.
If adding a candle, please put it in a glass container. Never
have an open flame near pine greens. Mason jars work well.
At this point, add your glass container and keep layering
until you reach the desired effect. If not using a candle, keep
layering the greens until your container is filled. Go back and
fill in nooks and crannies wherever needed. Sprigs of white
pine and boxwood are great fillers.
To embellish, tuck in sprigs of berries, glass ornaments, etc.
Oh
Holy
Night
Bows
Candy Canes
Let it Snow
(This tutorial was originally featured in the winter/holiday 2012 issue of A Primitive Place & Country Journal magazine. Submitted by Kris Thomas, Prim Project Coordinator)
Kristine Berg Doss is the owner, editor and publisher of A Primitive Place & Country Journal magazine. A Primitive Place is the fastest growing primitive, colonial
and country magazine on the market today. For more info, visit www.aprimitiveplace.org or email info@aprimitiveplace.org.
Sit Night
Twinkle
Determine what type of container you would like for your
arrangement. For old wooden box, foil loaf pans work well to
put the foam in. For crocks, large plastic cups work well..
Place foam in your waterproof container and thoroughly
soak it by running it under the faucet until it is saturated.
Starting with the cedar, cut little sprigs off and tuck into the
wet foam going all around your container. Try to push them
in sideways, not straight up, at this point.
Randomly place Silver Fir on top of the cedar.
For the next layer, I used white pine. Take apart some pine
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Support local businesses
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Lake City • Winona
Back Porch Break
by Nancy Parker Brummett
Angel Tree Christmas
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The best things
in life aren’t
things at all!
Angel Tree is a project of Prison Fellowship
that enables prisoners to give Christmas gifts
to their children simply by filling out a form
giving the child's name, address, and "wishes."
Participating churches, banks and civic groups
then write the names and wishes on paper
angels to hang to a tree. Volunteers take the
angels, buy the gifts suggested, and return
the wrapped packages to the sponsoring
organization for delivery to the kids.
My husband and I coordinated the project
at our church one memorable year. By
December 23, only one family hadn't been
located, and gifts for 74 kids had been
purchased and delivered. At last, I could turn
my full attention to our own family Christmas.
But then my husband called to say the last family had just been located. I have to
admit my first reaction was resentment. Hadn't we dedicated enough time already?
Realizing it was too late to recruit someone else to buy the gifts, I looked in my
checkbook and saw I had $95 left. I hopped in the car and went to buy two gifts
each (a toy and a practical gift) for the six kids in this prisoner's family.
When I got to the closest five-and-dime, I noticed a big sign on the window that
read: "All toys 25% off!" That would help. Once inside, I wandered aimlessly for a
while, picking up first one toy, then another. All I knew were the names and ages
of the kids. No hints had been given.
Finally, in exasperation, I bowed my head and prayed, "Lord, I don't know these
children and I don't know what they like or need. But you do, Lord. Please show
me what to buy."
From that moment it was as if my cart had wings. I found a helicopter for 1-yearold Jacob and a toy telephone for 2-year-old Jessica. Jenna, 5, probably needed to
learn to tie and button to get ready for kindergarten, so the clown doll to dress
seemed the perfect choice for her. Ninja Turtles would delight Jonathan, 6, and
Joshua, 7. I chose the two least violent-looking ones. I might have questioned my
choice of the Etch-A-Sketch for 11-year-old Joseph, but somehow it seemed right.
Did the Lord know of an artistic talent that needed nurturing?
Now for the practical gifts. My cart seemed pulled to the opposite side of the
store, where I saw a huge display of warm woolen hats and gloves—all on sale. Of
course! Why hadn't I thought of that? I quickly matched up a set for each child.
As I waited in the checkout line, I began to realize what had just happened.
When the clerk rang up the total, $92.63, I could barely see the check I was writing
through the tears in my eyes. After lugging my awkward packages to the parking
lot, I just sat in the car and let the tears roll down my face. I knew that no matter
what else happened the next two days, I had just had Christmas.
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Maple Pumpkin Cheesecake
2 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 pkg. (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can of pumpkin (16 oz.)
3 eggs
1 1/4 cup of real maple syrup
1 1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 cup whipping cream
1/2 cup pecan halves
Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter. Press into the bottom of a
9 x 13-inch pan. Beat cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk. Add pumpkin,
eggs, 1/2 cup maple syrup, cinnamon and nutmeg.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes at 300 degrees.
GLAZE: Boil 3/4 cup maple syrup and whipping cream rapidly on medium heat for
15 to 20 minutes or until thick. Spread over cheesecake and top with pecan halves.
Kristine Berg Doss is the owner, editor and publisher of A Primitive Place & Country Journal magazine.
A Primitive Place is the fastest growing primitive, colonial and country magazine on the market today.
For more info, visit www.aprimitiveplace.org or email info@aprimitiveplace.org.
Random Acts
by Maranda K. Jones
Weary Travelers
“Attention all passengers: Flight 1223
from Denver to Seattle has been delayed.
We apologize for the inconvenience.” This
is not what we wanted to hear after riding
the hotel shuttle to the Denver International Airport. This was not the best news
after we had been standing in line for over an hour at the airline counter, just to
check-in. Our flight had been delayed three hours, which meant we would miss our
connection from SeaTac to Eugene. We were all excited to celebrate Christmas
with my sister and brother-in-law at their home in Oregon. We were anxious to fly
during such a busy time of year, knowing other families would be making the same
journeys across the country. We were at the airlines’ mercy and had to make the
most out of this inconvenient situation.
“Inconvenience” is not the best word to describe what my family was feeling
however. The look on my avid traveling father’s face read, “Expected, but
nonetheless annoyed.” My mom’s face said, “Disappointed and tired.” My husband’s
face showed obvious signs of aggravation. The expression on my face only added
to their dismal outlook on the day, for I could not stop smiling.
I was smiling because our plans had changed…out of my control, yet in my favor.
Although we were originally headed to Seattle with a short layover, our time there
had been extended. My best friend Mel lives near Seattle, and anytime we are in
the same time zone, we make an effort to see one another. We loved the idea of
meeting at the airport, if only for a quick exchange of words and a hug. With
increased airport security, we decided a hello and a high five between flights
simply did not make sense. I would just call her when we landed instead.
Then a call came over the intercom again, and it was our turn to approach the
counter to discuss travel options. The airline could put us on an early flight the next
morning or we could fly standby. We decided to take control of the situation, as
much as we could, and opted to rent a car in Seattle and drive to Eugene.
Finding a rental car was not easy, but we had four cell phones and three hours
at our disposal. Several companies had cars, but charged an extremely expensive
drop-off fee for not returning it to the pick-up site. Two companies were not
available, our roadside assistance service was experiencing a heavy volume of calls,
but finally, with much frustration, we located one company that had one car
available in downtown Seattle. We would be charged a normal rental rate, we were
welcome to drop it off in another location, and we had the reservation…if we could
get there before closing time.
I called Mel and asked her to take us downtown as soon as we landed. One
o’clock was our scheduled arrival time, but she worried that I had told her mountain
time, so she was there waiting when we touched down. The timing was perfect. I
walked out of baggage claim just as she drove by waving at us. We loaded up
ourselves and our bags as cheerful chatting drove us through the lines of traffic,
unaware of the less than enthused passengers in the backseat. At one point, I
turned around to see nothing but foreheads peering over the suitcases in the back
of her Chevy Cavalier. This only made us laugh harder as we followed the printed
directions to the rental car company.
We arrived within minutes of the doors locking for the day, and adrenaline kicked
in as we prepared for our drive on the interstate. With a sigh of relief and a key in
hand, we were finally moving at our own pace. We told Mel goodbye in the
parking lot, after snapping a few pictures, of course, which still make me laugh this
many years later. She and I are in our height of glory, five feet tall and on cloud
nine, grinning from ear to ear that we shared yet another memorable day together.
Before we left, she handed me a printed map, complete with drawings and
comments she had added, to help us complete the next leg of our journey.
Just like old Scrooge, some people need convinced that every moment is worthy
of celebration. “Bah! Humbug!” comes to mind when I see the picture of Mom,
Dad, and Chris—the picture that tells the inconvenient side of the story. The story
of tired, weary travelers in search of rest, ready to rejoice, reminds me of a much
greater account told in the scriptures. Christmas is a wonderful opportunity to
praise and glorify God. The birth of our savior, Jesus Christ, is worthy of celebration
every moment. Merry Christmas!
© 2014 Maranda K. Jones
Maranda Jones’ new book Random Acts
is now available at amazon.com.
The book includes her reader-acclaimed articles from the last decade.
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Merry Christmas
Pieces From My Heart
by Jan Keller
...And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in
swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was...
No Room
Sunday morning I took a brief detour during the church service to thumb
through the hymnal to look at the variety of Christmas songs included in the book.
I discovered there were songs about shepherds, angels, cows, sheep, mangers
filled with hay, stars, wise men, love, joy, peace and a newborn babe—but not one
single solitary reference of note of music dedicated to the fact that, without the aid of
a throng of angels to put the fear of God in the shepherds, or a bright star to capture
the attention of a trio of wise men, mankind had no room for that first Christmas morn.
I was intrigued by the realization that the beloved carols of the season cover every
other aspect of the Holy event, yet leave a gaping omission of inherent oblivion.
Mankind chose, and continues to choose, to ignore its self-centered and egotistical
callousness rather than face it, or, heaven forbid, correct it.
This Christmas is no different, and we’re no better.
Society gets so tripped up on the trappings and wrappings of Christmas that we
continue to have no room.
We focus so much attention on the commercial side of Christmas that our plastic
money is maxed out. We’re shocked, insulted and embarrassed when a store clerk is
forced to reject a desired purchase because our credit account has no room.
We overindulge in rich gluttony until there’s no other choice but to push away
from the table and loudly proclaim, “No room.”
We keep such fast paced and stressful lifestyles our personal schedules allow
no room.
Will this be the year when we finally clear out some of the unimportant and
superficial clutter in our lives and allow ourselves to give and receive the precious
gift of love?
All it takes is a little bit of room.
Luke 2:7 (KJV)
© 2014 Jan Keller. No reprint without permission. Jan shares other pieces of her life in her books,
Pieces From My Crazy Quilt, and The Tie That Binds. These books can be ordered by calling
719-749-9797, or writing: Black Sheep Books, 16755 Oak Brush Loop, Peyton, CO 80831
Faux Clove-Studded Oranges
MATERIALS:
Styrofoam oranges
Cloves, whole and ground
Phillips screwdriver or fat screw/nail
Spray adhesive glue
Take your screwdriver and poke holes in your orange. You can be creative and
make shapes, like stars, and various patterns in it. This step makes it a lot easier to
insert the cloves.
Lightly spray some adhesive glue onto the orange and sprinkle some ground
cloves on, working in small sections at a time. Let dry.
Push a clove into each of the holes. If one breaks off in the orange, take your
screwdriver and push it farther in and push a new clove in.
E n j o y M o r e o f J a n ’s C o l u m n s
O R D E R H E R B O O K S T O DAY
Life is like a quilt, pieced together from a
unique patchwork of memories, friendships,
joys, and challenges. In each of these books,
syndicated columnist Jan Keller is down to
earth and refreshingly transparent as she
opens the door to life’s dreams, triumphs
and struggles in a heart-warming
way that will touch you forever. You’ll
love the way she spins ‘yarns’ that
weave the pieces of a treasured tapestry into a vivid depiction of life and love.
SPECIAL OFFER! Order both books for just $25 and SAVE Shipping & Handling!
(This tutorial was originally featured in the winter/holiday 2011 issue of A Primitive Place
& Country Journal magazine. Submitted by Kris Thomas, Prim Project Coordinator)
Kristine Berg Doss is the owner, editor and publisher of A Primitive Place & Country Journal magazine.
A Primitive Place is the fastest growing primitive, colonial and country magazine on the market today.
For more info, visit www.aprimitiveplace.org or email info@aprimitiveplace.org.
Mail your order to: Black Sheep Books, 16755 Oak Brush Loop, Peyton, CO 80831.
Nov/Dec 2014
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Great Gifts and Fun Things!
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An Antiques-Filled Christmas
by Mary Dessoie
The Christmas shopping season is officially open, but if you
want to include antiques in your gift giving, it's best to get a head
start.
Antiques are unique—there's no stock in the back—so
you're going to have to do some hunting. While you are out
there looking for those special pieces, like fine old estate
jewelry, fashion accessories, art glass, china or collectibles, don't forget to keep an
eye open for those inexpensive stocking stuffers such as butter pats!
In fact, instead of a stocking, you may want to stuff a basket, box, grab bag or
bowl with an array of neat little, inexpensive things all individually wrapped.
Antiques can also make classy go-withs to complement new items from the mall.
Include an old scent bottle with some new perfume. Drop a vintage fountain pen
into that new briefcase or clip it to the ribbon when you wrap up a New Year 2013
calendar or appointment book.
A decanter or a couple of special shot glasses or old cocktail glasses can be a
smart addition to a gift of liquor. With a gift of wine, you could also add an old
wine salver (a table coaster for the bottle) available in silver or crystal—something
few people think to buy for themselves.
Inexpensive costume jewelry can be used to brighten up gift wrapping.
Just attach a fanciful pin or earrings to the bow. For a little girl, attach the
jewels to a stuffed animal, or pile them into a little box to make a treasure
chest of colorful playthings.
Speaking of playthings, auctions and the antique shops are full of old toys
—trains, cars, trucks, dolls children’s books—and they’re not just for kids. Lots of
grown-ups would enjoy finding a neat little toy under the tree to put up on the
bookshelf or mantel. It makes them feel like a kid again. And what could cheer
anyone up more than that?
The advertisers in this paper are sure to have just what you need for those
special folks on your Christmas shopping list. Merry Christmas!
Mary Dessoie covers a variety of topics in the field of antiques and collectibles. She founded the Butter Pat
Patter Association for beginner and advanced collectors of butter pats, miniature plates that were introduced in
the mid-1800s for individual servings of butter. A subscription to The Patter newsletter is $22 and includes a
mint-condition Royal Doulton butter pat. Royal Doulton, located in the Staffordshire area of England, is known
throughout the world as one of the leading manufacturers of fine china. Subscribers will also receive ten issues
of The Patter. Sample copies are available by sending $4.00 and a LSSAE (70 cents). Those who would like to
start their subscriptions immediately and receive their Royal Doulton pat by return mail can send a check or
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Whether one truly likes fruitcake or not, it has made its way into even modern
Christmas traditions. Here in the United States, the mail order fruitcakes date back
to 1913, made by some well-known American bakers of fruit cake such as Collin
Street Bakery in Corsicana, Texas, and Claxton Bakery in Claxton, Georgia.
Both Collin Street and Claxton are Southern companies with access to inexpensive
nuts, for which the expression "nutty as a fruitcake" was derived in 1935. It leads
one to wonder if the fruitcake has ever gotten the respect here in the US that it
demands from other countries.
There is a version of the fruitcake in every country in the world. Once believed to
be a bread that celebrated harvest and abundance, this European cake would be
served at weddings and other special events. Here in America, the fruitcake has fallen
on hard times and been ridiculed by such comedians as Johnny Carson, who famously
stated, "There really is only one fruitcake in the world, passed from family to family."
Insulting the traditional cake even more, since 1995, Manitou Springs, CO, has
hosted the Great Fruitcake Toss the first Saturday of every January. "We encourage
the use of recycled fruitcakes," says Leslie Lewis of the Manitou Springs Chamber
of Commerce. The all-time Great Fruitcake Toss record is 1,420 feet, which was set
in January 2007 by a group of eight Boeing engineers who built the "Omega 380,"
a mock artillery piece fueled by compressed air pumped by an exercise bike.
If prepared in the traditional way using alcohol, the fruitcake's shelf life is
unmatched, as demonstrated in 2003 when Comedian Jay Leno sampled a fruitcake
held in the Ford family since 1878. The key, they say, is to wrap the cake in a cloth
soaked in an alcohol-soaked linen.
Still today, commercial fruit cakes are often sold from catalogs by charities as
fund raisers. Perhaps this year your family will help the fruitcake make a legitimate
comeback here in the United States.
René Groom is a freelance writer and public speaker who loves to share her adventures, misadventures and the
amazing people she meets down life’s dusty trails. She and her husband, Tom, make their home in Prosser, WA.
She is the mom of four amazing men. Some of her stories can be found at
www.adventureswithdusty.blogspot.com.
Nov/Dec 2014
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Merry Christmas
12 Days of Holiday Baking
Thank you to everyone who submitted recipes
to be included in The Country Register’s 5th
Annual Holiday Baking Special!
Happy Baking!!
Country Register Recipe Exchange
Almond Bars
Submitted by Judy Becker from LaPorte, MN
1 1/2 cups flour
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1/2 tsp. salt
Filling:
2 pkgs (1-8oz + 1-3oz) cream cheese, softened
3 eggs
1/2 tsp. almond extract
Frosting
2 1/2 cups powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter or margarine
2 tbls. plus 1 tsp. milk
1 tsp. almond extract
sliced almonds toasted
Combine the first four ingredients; mix well. Pat into an ungreased 9x13 pan.
Bake at 350˚ for 15 minutes. In a mixing bowl, combine filling ingredients; beat
until smooth. Pour over crust. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until edges are
lightly browned. Cool completely. For frosting, in a bowl combine sugar, butter,
milk and extract. Stir until smooth. Frost bars and sprinkle with almonds.
Store in refrigerator.
Baked Apple Pancake
Submitted by Sharon Sandberg from Rochester, MN
1 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 cup flour
2 green apples, peeled, cored and sliced thin
1/3 cup and 1/2 tsp. sugar
3 tbls. sweet butter
1/4 tsp salt
1 tbls. vegetable oil
1 cup beer, room temperature
1/2 small lemon
2 egg yolks
4 egg whites
1/4 cup light brown sugar
Sift together the flour, 1 1/2 tsp. sugar and the salt in a large bowl. Add beer
and stir until smooth. Beat in one egg yolk, then the other. In a separate bowl,
beat whites with 1 tbls. sugar until they form peeks. Fold into the batter. Mix
together the remaining sugar, light brown sugar and cinnamon, reserving 2 tsp.
of this mixture. Squeeze lemon over the apples and toss the slices with sugarcinnamon mixture until coated. Heat the butter and oil in a 9 or 10 inch pan.
Pour in half of the batter and cover with all of the apples. Pour in the rest of the
batter and bake in a preheated 350˚ oven on the middle rack for 60 minutes or
until the apple pancake is pulled up and golden brown. To serve, loosen sides and
bottom with a metal spatula, sliding onto a hot plate. Sprinkle with remaining
sugar-cinnamon mixture. Cut into wedges.
Caramelized Bacon
Submitted by Patti Lee Bock from New Ulm, MN
2 tbls. water
12 slices of thick-sliced bacon, cut in half
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Preheat oven to 375˚. Line a baking sheet with heavy duty tin foil. Spray a wire
rack with nonstick cooking spray, place on baking sheet. Arrange bacon slices in a
single layer on wire rack. Combine brown sugar, water and pepper in a small bowl;
mix well. Brush mixture generously over surface of bacon. Bake for 30 minutes.
Christmas Banana Bread
Submitted by Jean Blagsvedt from Mabel, MN
1 cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1/2 cup sour cream
2 cups flour, sifted
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 cup nuts
1/2 cup whole green cherries
1 cup chopped dates
1/2 cup red cherries
1 tsp baking soda
1 cup mashed banana
Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs. Mix in sour cream. Add baking soda.
Add dry ingredients. Last of all, stir in cherries, nuts, dates and banana. Bake
at 350˚ for 1 hour.
Coconut Pumpkin Loaf
Submitted by Jean Blagsvedt, Mabel MN
5 eggs
2 cups sugar
3 cups flour
3 tsp. cinnamon
2 pkgs instant coconut pudding (3.4oz)
3/4 cups chopped pecans
2 cups canned pumpkin
1 1/4 cups oil
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. nutmeg
Beat eggs and pumpkin until smooth. Add sugar and oil. Mix well. Combine flour,
spices, and pudding mix. Add to pumpkin mixture, stir in nuts. Put in 3 greased
and floured loaf pans. Bake at 350˚ for 60-65 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes
before removing from pans to cool completely.
Holiday Merry Mint Fudge
Submitted by Patti Lee Bock from New Ulm, MN
2 cups milk chocolate chips
1 7oz jar marshmallow cream
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1 1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup Keeblers Holiday Merry Mint Patties,
1/4 cup butter
chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
1/4 tsp. salt
Line an 8x8 inch pan with tin foil and set aside. In a large sauce pan, combine the
marshmallow creme, sugar, evaporated milk, butter and salt. Bring to a boil over
moderate heat. Stirring constantly. Boil 4-5 minutes, stirring constantly. Remove
from heat and stir in chocolate chips until chips are melted. Stir in vanilla and
chopped Merry Mint Patties. Pour into pan. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
Cut and serve at room temperature.
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Nov/Dec 2014
Merry Christmas
Kit Kat Bars
Raisinet Cookies
Submitted by Eldene Walterman from Stewartville, MN
Submitted by Lael Koster, Osage, IA
1 tsp. vanilla
Box of Club Crackers
3 tbls peanut butter
1/2 cup butter
1cup chocolate chips
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
1/2 cup butterscotch chips
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup milk
Line jelly roll pan with club crackers. In a saucepan combine butter, graham
cracker crumbs, brown sugar and milk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil
for 7 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and add vanilla. Cool
slightly. Pour over crackers. Smooth almost to the edge. Cover with another
layer of crackers. Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter. Spread over top
layer of crackers.
2 sticks of butter/margarine (or 1 each)
3/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/4 cups flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 cup flax ground flax seed
3 cups oatmeal
1 cup raisinet candies
Cream together butter, sugar and brown sugar. Add eggs and vanilla. Add and
combine flour, baking soda, salt and flax seed. Fold in oatmeal and raisinets.
Drop onto cookie sheet. Bake at 350˚ for 11-13 minutes.
Peanut Butter Cookies
Submitted by Freda Jansen from Paynesville, MN
Puffy Snowman
Submitted by Shirley Ross from Alexandria, MN
1 tsp. vanilla
1 cup shortening
2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup peanut butter
1/2
tsp. salt
1 cup white sugar
3/4 tsp baking soda
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp. baking powder
2 eggs
Beat shortening and peanut butter until creamy. Gradually add sugars, beating
thoroughly after addition. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Mix remaining ingredients
and blend in peanut butter. Shape dough into balls about 1-inch in diameter.
Place on cookie sheet. Flatten with a fork dipped in sugar. Bake at 375˚ for 1015 minutes. Put a chocolate star in the top when they come out of oven for fun.
Jet Puffed marshmallows (medium and mini) Pretzel sticks
Oreo sandwich cookie
Red string licorice
decoration gel
White decoration icing
First: Spread the icing on the end of 1 marshmallow; place the icing side down
on the top of a cookie. Spread icing on both ends of another marshmallow and
stack on the first. Add a third marshmallow to make the snowman.
Second: Use decorating gel to make the eyes and mouth on the top marshmallow.
Third: For the arms, insert 2 pretzels into the middle marshmallows. For the
snowman’s mittens, add a miniature marshmallow to the end of each pretzel.
For the neck scarf, cut a 6-7 inch length of licorice and tie around the neck.
Sour Cream Raisin Bars
Submitted by a reader
Sugar Cookies
Part 1:
1 tsp. baking soda
1 3/4 cups oatmeal
1 cup butter
1 3/4 cups wheat flour
1 cup brown sugar
Mix like pie crust. Put half in 9x13 pan. Save 1 1/2 cups for topping. Bake for
15 minutes at 350˚.
1 cup sugar
1 cup butter/margrine softened
1 egg
Part 2:
4 egg yolks beaten
2 cups sour cream
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 cups raisins
3 tbls. cornstarch
Mix over low heat until thick and clear. Pour part 2 over part 1. Sprinkle crumbs
on top. Bake for 20 minutes at 350˚.
In large bowl, mix sugar and butter. Beat in egg and vanilla until light and fluffy.
Mix in flour and baking soda. Divide in 2 halves. Shape each into a roll. Wrap in
wax paper and place in fridge for 1 hour (or over night). Preheat oven to 375˚.
Unwrap rolls and cut into slices or roll and cut out with cutters. Sprinkle each
cookie with a pinch of sugar. Bake on ungreased pan for 10-12 minutes. Cool on
wire rack. Store in air tight container.
Submitted by Darlene Dixon, Monticello, MN
1 tbsp. vanilla
2 1/4 cups flour
1 tsp. baking soda
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Austin • Blue Earth
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507-434-2409 • 866-874-6259
Christmas Open House! November 22 & 23
Sat 9-6 • Sun 12-4
Come shop our array of wreaths, kissing balls, tree tops, New Line
designer purses and jewelry, winter hats and mittens! of Boutique
Clothing!
Enjoy cookies and cider while you shop!!
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Book Review
Irena’s Bond of Matrimony
Book 4: A Newly Weds Series
by Margo Hansen
They want a Norwegian wife for their son Nels.
Her aunt’s letter is a command that Irena
must obey. Travel across the ocean to America,
where there’s a husband and a home waiting
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and uncertainty but also filled with hope—
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Rex Newly has watched his siblings get married one by one and knows his turn
will come eventually, but he’s in no hurry. He wants to take his time and be sure of
God’s leading for his life. So how is it that he suddenly finds himself engaged to be
wed and building a house for his prospective bride?
Irena’s Bond of Matrimony is Margo Hansen’s fourth book in her series about romance and adventure set in the north woods of Minnesota. As Irena continues her
search for belonging, Rex considers where God is leading him. Both will learn that
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MORTON
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Olde World Christmas
Enchanting visitors with the Spirit of Christmas, Christkindlmarkt
New Ulm will ring in the holiday season on November 28 and
29 from 10 am to 5 pm at the New Ulm Event Center. As
seasonal music warms the heart, families will experience the
German tradition of strolling an old world Christmas market
bursting with handcrafted goods and overwhelmed with
holiday merriment.
Hum along to authentic German music and concertina
while Heinzelmännchen Gnomes and lucky Chimney
Sweeps entertain you in the Artisan Marktplatz. Savor
handmade spaetzle, roasted nuts and grilled German
sausages from the Weihnachts Café. Try Wunderwurst, the
Wurst of Wonder, our signature custom 14" long sausage
created by Moonstone Farms. Sip Morgan Creek Vineyard
gluhwein as you take in the view of the market's 20 foot Christmas tree.
Charmed by storytellers, art activities and puppet theatre, families can enjoy a
hilarious theatrical production of Cinders, A Chicken Cinderella Christmas on the
Kinderwelt stage. Children can dress in their Frozen finest as Sven the reindeer
makes a special appearance and will pose for photos along-side a vintage sleigh.
Travel through the Black Forest and look for the single bright star during a Living
Nativity performance. Feel connected singing Stille Nacht and visit the animals in
Bethlehem Village Stables.
Stop by our downtown, historically decorated with swags of fresh garland and
enjoy the annual Parade of Lights. Take delight viewing over 100 Nutcrackers on display
at the Wanda Gag House, Christmas Around the World at the Brown County Museum
and visit Marlene at Domeier's, New Ulm's premiere German corner shop.
Yes, the Christmas magic you most fondly remember was real. Rediscover it in
New Ulm. In the true Spirit of Christmas, Christkindlmarkt is a gift to our fair citizens,
free and open to all.
Shopping!
Pea
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Fun!
Joy!
Join us this Holiday Season and Enjoy the
Spirit and Festivities!
BENEATH THE VILLAGE WREATH
November 22, 23 & 24
MISTLETOE MADNESS December 5
For more info contact Morton City Hall/Chamber
507-697-6912 • mortoncityhall@mchsi.com
Keep your eye out for next year’s festivities and dates!
GnomeMade Artisan Market
Celebrates 30 Years
Come to New Ulm and Shop with Your Gnomies! The 30th Anniversary of the
GnomeMade Artisan Market will be held on Friday and Saturday, November 7 & 8
from 8 am to 5:30 pm and Sunday, November 9 from 11 am to 3 pm. Be the first to
shop among select venues at our special Preview Sale held Thursday, November 6
from 6 pm to 8 pm. The free event celebrates three decades of success by featuring
the art and craft of local makers. Easily one of the most long-standing art and craft
marketplaces in the region, the GnomeMade Artisan Market has earned a reputation
as an annual showcase of high-quality items that bring patrons back year after year.
Founded in 1984 by a group of young women who shared a
passion for creating distinctive art and skilled handcraft, the makers
of the collective have continued to hold organized arts and craft
shows every year on the first weekend of the Minnesota DNR
deer hunting season opener. In recent years, the popular market
has since evolved to include several emerging and professional
artists as well as fine craftsmen.
Visit with our makers in their private studios, homes and in
historic New Ulm locations. Look for the gnome signs at the
following venues: From the Heart Creations at 610 North
Payne Street, Seasons at the Brewery at 1602 Hauenstein
Drive, Stone Cottage Market at 1214 South Franklin
Street, On A Whimsy Home Furnishings at 61851 Zempel
Drive, The Craft Castle in the Armory at 205 North Broadway,
Little Brick Haus on State at 400 North State Street, T&L
Crafts at 822 South Broadway, Lindbacken Artisans at Center & State Streets, No. 213
at 213 South Minnesota, The Fruit Cellar at 417 First South, Thusnelda’s Guild at
500 South Washington, The Needle House at 1422 North Payne, Primitive Gatherings
at 14 South Minnesota, Atta Girl at 19999 Saddle Hills Drive, Rethunk Junk at 316
South Garden Street, Women’s Expo and Craft Fair at 318 South Payne Street (Saturday
Only 9 to 2) and the United Methodist Women Bazaar and Lunch at Center &
Broadway (Saturday Only 9 to 1).
New this year is the GnomeMade Young Artist and Theatre Workshop held at the
State Street Theater on Saturday, November 8 from 9 am to Noon or 1 to 4 pm. The
workshop includes a short performance of ‘The Gnome’s Home” and is open to kids
grades K-6. Fee is $5 and class size is limited. Register by calling 507.276.6298 or
email nugnomes@gmail.com.
Over $500 in gifts will be given away in a special anniversary drawing. The
grand prize includes an overnight stay at the Deutsche Strasse Bed and Breakfast,
which was recently named ‘Best Historic B&B in Minnesota’, and a $25 gift certificate
to Lola - An American Bistro. No purchase is necessary to enter the drawing.
The GnomeMade Artisan Market has received support from the New Ulm Convention
and Visitors Bureau through their Advertising and Marketing Assistance Program and
also received funding, in part, by the Prairie Lakes Regional Arts Council with an
appropriation from the Minnesota State Legislature with money from the State’s general
fund. A map of all locations can be obtained at the New Ulm Chamber at 1 North
Minnesota or downloaded at gnomemademarket.com.
Nov/Dec 2014
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New Ulm
Visit New Ulm’s Newest Quilting Destination!
1417 South State Street · New Ulm, MN
507-354-8801
www.SewingSeedsQuiltCo.com • sewingseeds@newulmtel.net
One Big Weekend - Two Great Shop Hops
Nov. 6-7-8
(Visit our website for details)
Quality Quilting Fabrics • Wool • Flannels • Reproduction Prints
Aurifil & Valdani Threads • Kits • Gifts
Unique Class Offerings & Events • Longarm Quilting Services
Hours: Mon 10-7 · Tues-Fri 10-5 · Sat 10-4
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Luverne • Sherburn • Windom • Worthington
Holiday
Sewing!
Visit us for all your
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and machine
embroidery needs.
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1820 Oxford St.
Worthington, MN 56187
(800) SEW-MORE
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November 21-22
Stop by for 20% off and great refreshments!
Ken is planning Crafty Corner’s 21st annual trip to
Paduach Quilt Show!
Call now for your reservations!
The bus is filling up quickly!
www.craftycornerquiltandsewingshoppe.com
“Minnesota’s Most Talked About Quilt Shop”
1293 Hale Place
Windom, MN 56101
507-831-2740
www.prairiequiltingmn.com
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204 E Main, Luverne, MN | (507) 283-9769
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Hours: Mon-Fri 9-5; Thurs 9-7; Sat 9-noon
Serving the Area for 35 Years
Years
Milk Paint
Projects
by René Groom
Fall has a way of turning all of our
attention inward. All the energies that
we had been putting into keeping the
outside of our homes maintained are
now redirected inside to those projects
that have taken a back seat to more
pressing things in the yard and garden.
For some of us, that will include painting projects that we have put off and put
off. With many of us putting more thought into providing a healthy environment for
our families and ourselves, attention has turned to a simpler time and simpler paint
process—a return to the milk paint.
Milk paint has stood the test of time and can be made easily at home by mixing
skim milk (room temp) and a water soluble lime available at any hardware or home
supply store. Pigment may be added.
Milk paint has been around for a long time. It is reported that some monoliths
have proven to be colored with milk based paints. It was only after the Civil War in
1868 that commercial oil based paints were mass-produced, changing the paint
scheme. While oil paints were used a long time before that, they, too, were mixed
by using more unstable oils like olive, etc., and their drying time and affect were
equally unstable, which led most to stick with the traditional milk paint for their
painting projects. Yet, it was the green-movement in the mid 1970s that brought
the milk paint back into popularity.
So if you are looking at doing some painting projects this fall, go ahead and
shake it up a little—literally. Grab your handy mason jar and try your hand at some
old fashioned Milk Paint.
René Groom is a freelance writer and public speaker who loves to share her adventures,
misadventures and the amazing people she meets down life’s dusty trails.
She and her husband, Tom, make their home in Prosser, WA. She is the mom of four amazing men.
Some of her stories can be found at www.adventureswithdusty.blogspot.com.
Hours: M-F 9-5 • Sa 9-3
Wide variety of quilt patterns and books, quilting notions, rulers, and
approximately 3000 bolts of fabric.
Old Alley Quilt Shop
115 N. Main-Hwy 4 Box 143 Sherburn, MN 56171
507-764-4088 · oldalleyquiltshop.com · oldalleyquiltshop@frontiernet.net
Hours: M-F 10-5 • Sat 9-4 (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, & New Years Day)
2800+ bolts of fabric (including great flannels and batiks!), patterns, notions, classes,
and long arm quilting services located in a renovated bowling alley on the main street of
Sherburn, MN, south of the I-90, Hwy 4 exit!!
10th Anniversary Celebration!!! Sale: November 13th, 14th, 15th
15-20-25% off storewide Bowling Pin Sale! Join us for cake!!
Guest instructor Sandy Irish on Nov. 14th and 15th!
All are invited to a Trunk Show at 2 PM on Saturday, November 15th featuring Sandy Irish.
“Staying Home for the Holidays - Shop Sherburn” - 20% off storewide!
December 5th 4pm-8pm
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3212 330th St
Ellsworth, IA 50075
1mile East of I-35, Exit 133
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm · Sat 10am-2pm
515-836-4280
Mark your calendars for the 7th annual
North Iowa Quilters
One-Stop Shopping Spree
Best Western Holiday Lodge
I-35 and US Hwy 18 W (Exit 194) • Clear Lake, IA
Friday, Nov 14 (10-5) • Saturday, Nov 15 (10-4)
This is a quilter’s dream shopping experience—13 vendors all under one roof!
Shop all 13 vendors and see their latest and best in kits, fabric, patterns and
sewing machines. Make it a fun-filled day with your friends!
Participating Merchants:
· Moonlight Stitching Studio &
Sister’s Retreat, West Union
· Seams to Me, Algona
· Cedar Creek Quilts, Ankeny
· The Fabric Stasher, Tipton
· Me & My Stitches, Lockridge
· Nolting Long Arm Quilter,
Hiawatha
Contact Kathy at 563-927-8017 or
Barb at 319-668-1977
· Rainbows & Calico Things, Williamsburg
· Merry’s Stitchins, Jesup
·° Iowa Falls Sewing Machine Co., Iowa Falls
· Debbie’s Quilt Shop & Gifts, Osage
· Block Party Studios, Nevada
· Forest Mills Quilt Shop, Postville
· The Quilmaker’s Shoppe,
Manchester
The Christmas Present
by Deb Heatherly
Ok, I’ll admit ‘Little Sam’ is not the most original name, but
what else do you call a cat that looks exactly like another except
for his size? ‘Little Sam’ just seemed to fit.
I do not remember how or when he first made his presence
known, but I do remember he was very aloof, coming near only
when he knew it was dinnertime. For more than a year, he
watched me. At the same time, I watched him and wondered if the time would ever
come when he would accept me as anything more than a free meal. Finally, that
day arrived and I was allowed the honor of petting his head while he ate.
Eventually, I was allowed to stroke him for longer lengths of time and then to hold
him for brief intervals. Still, it was clear he would always be guarded and that
snuggling and cuddling were not in his cautious nature.
These boundaries remained well defined so it took me by complete surprise when
Little Sam brought home a friend. Actually, more than a friend—Little Sam brought
home a kitten and decided to play mother. The tiny grey and white bundle of fur
seemed almost attached to Little Sam’s side as they walked in the yard. They appeared
to be one cat as they curled up together asleep in the sunshine. Male or female,
we had no idea, for the mere sight of me sent the little one under the house with
Little Sam in hot pursuit. The two were inseparable and the bond seemed to grow
even stronger as the little one grew.
Little Sam was a good teacher and the kitten a good student. I watched from the
window as Little Sam taught him to chase bugs, climb trees and use my car tire as a
scratching post. He also quickly learned how to go in and out of the cat shelter for
food, water and a warm comfy bed. It was during one of his trips into the shelter
that I decided to teach him about human contact.
Without going into details, let’s just say I was the one who did the learning.
Although I was armed with thick gloves and loving determination, I was no match
for Little Sam’s more determined pupil.
After much hissing, spitting and growling, the little one was dubbed “Spitfire.”
(Another name that just seemed to suit.) While I did hold him for a brief time that day,
he was too mad at having been caught to realize I just wanted to show him affection.
Love was not something he understood or something I could force upon him. I
quickly realized I would have to practice patience in order to slowly earn his trust.
Several months passed and Spitfire was becoming a fine young cat. He seemed
to be learning to trust and each day he came a little closer, although any wrong
movement or loud noise sent him into a hasty retreat. Christmas was quickly
approaching and the one gift I wished for was for our young charge to like me—or
at least tolerate me enough to allow me to touch him. I shared this desire with my
family but no one gave me much hope.
Christmas Day arrived with a bitter cold and a cutting wind. It was far too frigid
to go outside for very long, but late that afternoon I ventured out to shiver and
wait for my ‘present’. I knew he would show up for supper and was confident Santa
would honor my request. My family only laughed.
Three times I rattled the food bowls and called out to him. My effort was met with
only silence. I was about to give up and admit defeat when I caught a glimpse of
Spitfire out of the corner of my eye. Then, as if he had lived there all his life, he
marched right up to the food dish, stared me right in the eye and very loudly demanded
his dinner. Much to my delight, he was far too busy eating to notice when I simply
walked over and picked him up. I thought for a minute that I was dreaming.
I snuggled, I kissed and I whispered soft words to my furry captive. He glared and
he struggled and then settled in for ‘the torture’. I was thrilled with each glorious
second. He, on the other hand, seemed to be saying, “Ok, I’m putting up with this
but only because it’s Christmas and Santa said I had to.”
I’d like to tell you we became the best of friends from that day forward, but Little
Sam’s kitten, like Little Sam, had a mind of his own. I was allowed to pet him when
it suited him and, when it did not, I was a 'free meal'. That was ok with me because
we had taken a huge step forward that day and Santa had come through in a big way.
As I later told my family, sometimes life’s greatest gifts do not come in boxes tied
with ribbons and bows. That year, mine arrived in a tiny fur coat with big blue eyes
and a very loud purr.
Note: Little Sam and Spitfire had wonderful lives before crossing the rainbow
bridge several years ago. Deb captured this little feral named Lacey at the annual
quilt retreat hosted by her shop, Deb’s Cats N Quilts, last September. Lacey is
pictured here one year later. You can plainly see that she learned quickly that life
on the inside was much better than anything she had known before.
Deb Heatherly owns Deb’s Cats N Quilts in Franklin, NC. She is a pattern designer & creator of the Turbo 4 patch
Ruler, The Cat’s Meow Ruler, and the Star Power ruler. You Tube videos with demonstrations for all three can be
found on the Deb’s Cats N Quilts You Tube channel. Visit Deb’s Cats N Quilts online at www.Debscatsnquilts.com
and at Deb's Cats N Quilts/ www.Debscatsnquilts.com on Facebook. Before moving to Franklin, Deb did feline
rescue in SC (thus the mention of a cat shelter in this article.) She continues to support feline rescue in her new
home state through fund raising for Catman2 in Cullowhee, NC. For more info visit www.Catman2.org.
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Merry Christmas
Meet our
Cover Artist
Jim Stahl
Jim Stahl was born in Shoreview, Minnesota. He
attended Island Lake Elementary and graduated from
Moundsview High School. After high school Jim studied
art at The
Rocky Mountain School
of Art in
Denver, CO.
After a brief
time back in
Southern
Minnesota,
he traveled
north and
spent four
years as an
Art Major at
the University
of Wisconsin,
Superior.
Developing a love
for pastels, Jim exhibited
his work in galleries
and art fairs in the
Midwest - winning
several awards along
the way. For the past
20 years Jim has
worked with elementary
children, helping them
express themselves
through art.
Nov/Dec 2014
Jim has illustrated several children’s books, and recently
wrote and illustrated his first book, “Wonder in the
Woods“.
Now living in Bloomington, Minnesota, Jim continues
to show his art, doing up to 30 shows a year! Looking
at the rest of the 2014 schedule, Jim will be at the
Christmas Market in Osthoff, WI. You can also view,
and purchase Jim’s prints at the Chickadee Boutique in
Shoreview, MN.
“By drawing on black paper, I’m able to get the
deepest color to my pastels. Song birds in our north
country are rich
with color and
are a natural
choice as subjects. Our many
furry critters
from chipmunks
to moose come
alive with the
soft lines created
by pastels.”
Join Jim on
Facebook, Stahl
Art, as well as
online at
jimstahlart.com.