We're back in the handwarmer business. I'm filling them with rice. The test ones have worked perfectly, without any flaming dishtowels. Why didn't I do that in the first place?
Pretty much everything that went wrong last week, in fact, is all better now. A big problem at work was resolved. My Christmas shopping is done. Against my better judgment, I took on a free-lance job but got it done without any problems. And my son (wasn't I just saying what a great kid he is?) was accepted at a college where I would love him to go. And they offered him a scholarship. Today we're snowed in, and that's just fine with me.
The gingerbread ponies are going to the same party as the handwarmers. Tomorrow. Which probably means I should be sewing.
The flower gingerbread needs to last until Monday, because I think I invited a whole bunch of people over.
Notice any similarities between the cookies and the flowers on the handwarmers?
Those vintage cookie cutters sure come in handy sometimes.
ooouuu..YUM...YUM....YUM...cute cookies...your are mutli talented....i am too!.....LOL
Posted by: belinda | December 19, 2008 at 04:21 PM
the ponies are adorable!
Posted by: Lady of the Mote | December 19, 2008 at 04:23 PM
The cookies look gorgeous!
Posted by: lera | December 19, 2008 at 04:26 PM
You are so artistic in everything you do...you put me to shame! Your cookies look too pretty to eat!
Posted by: Lavender Dreamerl | December 19, 2008 at 04:51 PM
Now try to do that with a wooden 'lover' cookie form!
Posted by: LiLi M. | December 19, 2008 at 05:37 PM
Your gingerbread is stunning, and I'm sure I've never seen gingerponies before, but they are super cute and appropriate for the party!
Posted by: Tina in Duluth | December 19, 2008 at 10:58 PM
So glad the rice worked. I know that is what my Mom has used in the past :).
Those gingerbread ponies are adorable!!
Posted by: Heather | December 20, 2008 at 12:47 AM
I love the gingerbread ponies how cute.
Peggy
http://pegslifeinthebuttonjar.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Peggy | December 20, 2008 at 12:59 AM
hahaha! Gotta love those cookie cutters!
Posted by: Jenny | December 20, 2008 at 05:22 PM
Thanks for visting my blog! It's a he kitty and we will resort to foil only if absolutely necessary! So far so good, except for the sparkler like pick he chewed on the Patriotic tree (came out the other end....)!
Posted by: Elizabeth | December 21, 2008 at 07:55 PM
Those ponies are so charming! It looks like everything is coming together wonderfully well, and it all looks so Christmasy and beautiful. I think it the party and your gifts will be a big success!
Posted by: Lena | December 22, 2008 at 12:51 AM
Your ponies have inspired me. I have a golden retriever cutter, I'm going to try out. Thanks
Posted by: Barbara Jacksier | December 22, 2008 at 07:14 AM
Your story on the burning dishtowel was hysterical. Sounds like something that I just might fall into while my back is turned! These handwarmers are adorable and the rice sounds just the ticket to make it work. Your cookies look oh so delicious and your decorating is beautiful!
Posted by: Mariana | December 22, 2008 at 11:49 AM
The ponies are fabulous!
♥. Susan
Posted by: Susan at Black eyed susans kitchen | December 22, 2008 at 03:34 PM
I love all the Christmas things you collect. I'm a child of the 60's, so they really remind me of my childhood.
Posted by: brenda | December 23, 2008 at 09:30 AM
Absolutely picture perfect gingerbread cookies and tree!! Merry Christmas!!!!
Posted by: Pat McNally | December 25, 2008 at 03:28 PM
yes, i did notice that
i love the ponies, i still have to make my gingerbread and its jan already
your handwarmers look swank
Posted by: susan | January 07, 2009 at 12:00 AM