DIY Fabric Bookmarks

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Bookmarks are a pretty big deal. Like so big, did you know they date back into the Medieval ages? Now granted they were not as cute as the fabric bookmark shown below..in fact it was a heavy duty rotating disc bookmark. {tough huh?} Ladies times have changed..thank goodness and today bookmarks are bee-boppin' with style! These are so fun and easy to create! They make wonderful gifts for any bookworm you know!


Shall we?


The how-to:1. Grab fabric scraps, ribbons and felt2. Cut out bookmark to the size you prefer. Place them as step 2 shows. From bottom up: Felt, Fabric face side up, Fabric face side down, Felt.3. Sew the around the pile - leaving the bottom open for your ribbon.4. Trim away excess fabric.Now you want to flip the fabric inside out. You should now have most of your bookmark complete.Final step, grab ribbon and place it in the open end. Sew it shut.



Here is another way you can sew these bookmarks together!



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Linda's Coconut Cream Pie

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I would like to introduce you to Linda Jean. Teacher of Home Economics among other subjects ,seamstress, cook, mother, grandmother and friend.  My daughter Carly tells me this is absolutely the best coconut cream pie she has ever tasted!

COCONUT CREAM PIE
**Recipe makes 2 pies**INGREDIENTS
2 cups white granulated sugar 1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt6 cups milk ( 4 half & half + 2 skim)7 egg yolks, beaten slightly6 Tablespoons butter1 teaspoon Vanilla Flavoring1 teaspoon Coconut Flavoring1/4 teaspoon Almond Flavoring2 cups finely ground coconutTwo 9 inch pie shells (baked) I use deep dish
DIRECTIONS
In a large microwaveable bowl, combine sugar, flour, and salt.  Blend with wire whisk to distribute evenly.Stir in milkCook in microwave, stirring every 3-4 minutes. (I use a wooden spoon).  It takes 20-25 minutes or more to thicken.Gradually whisk about 2 cups of custard into the egg yolks.Gradually stir egg mixture back into the custard mixture.Cook in microwave about 2 minutes. (stir it after about one minute).Remove from microwave. Add butter, flavorings, and coconut.Stir well.Pour filling into baked pie crusts.Cover and chill.To serve:  Add Cool Whip Topping.
   Linda we thank you for sharing one of your wonderful recipes with us.Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!Dolly
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We've Come a Long Way Baby!

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 Could you imagine this in this day and time?
 The other day my brother in law sent me a group of old advertisements in an email and I laughed in amazement.  I am sure you will too!  I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.  






 




 Aren't they a hoot?


Most of you know that Dolly is Cooking has had to take a break because of sickness in the family. Those of you that have been and are continuing to pray for Mama "Dot" thank you it means the world to us.  I am going to post some recipes soon they may be without pictures but just so you will have them.  I promise you that they are tried and true recipes and will be delicious. Truthfully I owe most of what I have learned to Mama she has always been the best mother, role model and cook....Now for some fun!  I think I may soon start a Linky Blog Hop for cooking and cleaning would anyone be interested in linking up if I do this?
Have a great week all of you!
Dolly   


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Easy Cowboy Taco Stew

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 My daughter Catie fixed this for a school party and it is delicious!
 Cowboy Taco Stew1--Package dry Ranch Dressing Mix1--Package Taco Mix1--15.25oz can of whole kernel corn1--28oz can crushed tomatoes1--15oz. can black beans1--15.5oz hot chili beans1--15oz. can pinto beans1--10oz. can mild Rotel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies2lbs ground beef
Brown the ground beef, then drain the fat offadd the rest of the ingredients including the liquid in the cans..don't drain anythingBring to boil then turn down on low until heated throughor Put into crock pot cook on low overnight 
Serve with sour cream and grated cheese and crackers of your choice, if desired


Enjoy!
Dolly 

The Country Homemaker Hop #54

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Welcome to the 54th Country Homemaker Blog Hop!Heidi of My Simple Country Living and White Wolf Summit Farmgirl Blogs is the creator of this blog hop and I have certainly enjoyed co-hosting with her.
I hope you all are having a good week!  Over at Hibiscus House we have a new dog.His name is Casper click Here to read all about it.
We are cooking up some Cowboy Taco Stew Click Here for recipe
It's time for you to share with us anything that makes your house a home, recipes, cleaning tips, decor, diy, gardening, sewing...etc. Please share with us as we get together for another week of interesting people, places, and posts!Happy Valentine's Day to you all!
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DIY Valentine Wreath with Mod Podge and Yarn Bombing

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Valentine's Day Wreath
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and you still have time to whip up this sweet yarn wrapped wreath.  The heart in the center features, Mod Podge, stencils and the wedding pick of one of my best mates!  For complete instructions visit our project page at Plaid: Cathie and Steve for Mod Podge.

xoCathie and Steve
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DIY Photo Collage Block with Mod Podge! #Wedding #Valentine

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 Valentine's Day Photo Collage
Valentine's Day is just around the corner and you still have time to whip up this wood photo block.  The photo collage features Mod Podge, embellishments and the wedding pick of one of my best mates!  For complete instructions visit our project page at Plaid: Cathie and Steve for Mod Podge.







xoCathie and Steve
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