Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Beautiful Buffet

Today's Wordful Wednesday is a hodge podge of things I want to share. Life's Buffet, the things I'm diggin'. I try to keep things simple on recipe days to avoid much too lengthy posts, so Wednesdays are a good day for me to deviate, to give you more of me & what's behind the apron. Not that you asked or anything.....hah.

Getting an unexpected little treat in the mail from not just a bloggy friend but also simply a ...



Thank you Kacey!


And remember the island I was waiting for? It came a while back & I'm loving it!

Scary Mommy sent me that cute little dishtowel after I entered a contest I didn't even win. Thanks again Scary Mommy!!! The Island wanted to dress up for the holidays...

Tristan's 1st tree. What fun not to have any rules. Anything goes on this one unlike the formal one in the living room. Both favorites but for different reasons!

Lovely handmade organic soap made by the amazingly talented Nazarina over at Giddy Gastranome. These will make perfect additions to homemade goodies in a gift basket! Thank you Nazarina. Go visit her here ! Everything she makes is beautiful & with lots of care & love.

The perfect Poinsetta to dress up the dining room!

And lastly, perfecting my newly acquired napkin folding skills for my Christmas table setting. Decisions, decisions. The one on the left or the one on the right? Visit here to see how you can fold napkins for your next gathering.




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59 comments:

  1. Claremont First WardDecember 9, 2008 at 8:09 PM

    You're first.....and I'm first. How great is this? Love all the touches you've made/done around the house. A napkin folding tutorial is in order, please. :)

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  2. sassy stephanieDecember 9, 2008 at 8:13 PM

    Love it. How fun to get nice things in the mail! Love Tristan's tree, too. I had one growing up and still have all of the ornaments from it!

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  3. MaryDecember 9, 2008 at 8:19 PM

    I love it!! I am thinking about getting a little tree...it just doesn't seem right not to have one!!

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  4. FROGGITY!December 9, 2008 at 8:27 PM

    love the napkin idea!

    awww... and is that your island??? awesome!! i want one! it makes a big difference, i bet. and what a cute lil' tree!!

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  5. JenDecember 9, 2008 at 8:45 PM

    I love this post. There are so many beautiful things in it. And I am so impressed with the napkin folding. Awesome!!!

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  6. tiarastantrumsDecember 9, 2008 at 8:50 PM

    I got one of those recipes from Kacey too! Love this - gorgeous stuff!!

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  7. AmandaDecember 9, 2008 at 9:22 PM

    Love the little Christmas tree. So special.
    I had a class on napkin folding in 5th grade ever since then I have had the duty of napkin folding at most family events.

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  8. Scary MommyDecember 9, 2008 at 9:31 PM

    Oh, love it! Tristan's tree is adorable!

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  9. LettiDecember 9, 2008 at 9:42 PM

    I love the idea of having a seperate tree for the kids.

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  10. Pumpkin Delight (Kimberly)December 9, 2008 at 9:46 PM

    Tristan's tree is so cute. I like the napkins too. My vote is the one on the right, I mean if you want my opinion.

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  11. Lula!December 9, 2008 at 9:49 PM

    I will make fudge this weekend and think of you. And wish you were here with me to induldge. In fudge. And wine. And sangria. And Blue Moon.

    Wow, we'll be drunk!

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  12. SusieDecember 9, 2008 at 10:08 PM

    What a great group of holiday pictures:-)

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  13. AnonymousDecember 9, 2008 at 10:11 PM

    I love it that you are almost always first on WW! You always seem to have it together and I know you love Mr. Linky! :) I think he loves you best too! I loved all of the pics in your post. You definitely have the Christmas spirit and so much to share with us! Love the napkin folding ideas!

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  14. Amy @ Six Flower MomDecember 9, 2008 at 11:12 PM

    Very festive, love the little tree! A magical WW to you!

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  15. UnknownDecember 9, 2008 at 11:15 PM

    You certainly have the holiday spirit. Great photos!

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  16. KaceyDecember 9, 2008 at 11:56 PM

    Aaah! This was such a sweet post. I am so glad you liked your little recipe cards! I L.O.V.E your island! No seriously in love! It is awesome. Tristan's tree is just the cutest and I am sure he is so proud. And the napkins, so impressed with your obvious mad skills. I'm feeling the one on the right. :o)

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  17. Rachael Schirano \\ Rachael Schirano PhotographyDecember 10, 2008 at 12:12 AM

    wow, you really have some wonderful holiday touches! i haven't done a thing yet for decorating...or shopping :(

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  18. MoDecember 10, 2008 at 12:13 AM

    I'm digging on the napkin folded on the left.

    I looked for a tabletop tree tonight at Wally World. I would have bought one if I could have found one.

    I love surprises in the mail. Speaking of which, I'll be mailing your cd tomorrow. Finally I know!

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  19. Casey's trioDecember 10, 2008 at 12:46 AM

    I love your decorating style...I've probably said that before! Your house looks so comfy and inviting!

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  20. debi9kidsDecember 10, 2008 at 1:59 AM

    So lovely, festive & welcoming! I feel right at home :)
    Happy WW!

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  21. Jyl @ MommyGossipDecember 10, 2008 at 2:26 AM

    Love these pics!

    Happy Wordful Wednesday!

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  22. MamarazziDecember 10, 2008 at 2:47 AM

    the beauty is for sure in all of the small touches!!

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  23. AnonymousDecember 10, 2008 at 3:33 AM

    You have an award awaiting you at my blog.

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  24. Hootin AnniDecember 10, 2008 at 6:34 AM

    Love the poinsettia. I saw some quite similar at Michaels the other day and will go get one I'm sure.

    Come see my Wordful Wednesday if you can find time!! It's a catghan!

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  25. MichaelleDecember 10, 2008 at 9:04 AM

    Hi! Love your ideas! Here from Kimber's blog. Nice to meet you!

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  26. Kate P.December 10, 2008 at 9:22 AM

    You were FIRST on Angies WW last week...and you're FIRST again this week! I am number 66. WHAT do I have to do to be FIRST. Waaahhhhh!

    LOVE the Holiday Ideas! I am blogging when I SHOULD be decorating, ordering Christmas cards, gifts, etc.

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  27. carrhopDecember 10, 2008 at 9:23 AM

    Everything looks absolutely beautiful! I love the way you've Christmas 'tricked out' the island! ;o)

    I'll be emailing you for the truffle sauce recipe!

    Blessings!

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  28. Danyele EasterhausDecember 10, 2008 at 9:45 AM

    so much fun! i want to come over and have some coffee and listen to christmas music! and of course, you bake something for us to eat. :)

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  29. CocoDecember 10, 2008 at 10:04 AM

    The island looks fabulous! Looks so cute dressed up for the holidays. You should dress it up for every holiday!

    Please post the Apricot Chicken recipe. My Aunt made the best and she can no longer remember or find the recipe. It is one of my faves!!

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  30. MariaDecember 10, 2008 at 10:17 AM

    Great post!! I love the island and tree! I will have to try folding napkins like that. Great idea!

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  31. Cheeky KitchenDecember 10, 2008 at 10:20 AM

    I think all of my favorites are all of your favorites.

    Thanks for sharing!

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  32. UnknownDecember 10, 2008 at 10:27 AM

    Everthing looks lovely. That little tree is darling!

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  33. RheaDecember 10, 2008 at 10:48 AM

    I love Tristan's tree! Too cute.

    All your ideas and decorations are adorable.

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  34. RachelDecember 10, 2008 at 10:51 AM

    I love all of it...the napkin folding is great!

    And what a cute tree for Tristan!

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  35. MelissaDecember 10, 2008 at 11:00 AM

    Wow...you go girl with your napkin folding skills!!
    And what a cute tree of Tristans... my kids love to have their own trees in their rooms to decorate!!

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  36. MichelleDecember 10, 2008 at 11:31 AM

    Fun WW! I love the cart and the napkin folding skills......I'm impressed. :)

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  37. BrandyDecember 10, 2008 at 11:43 AM

    I love the tree! And I'm uber impressed with the napkin folding. Uberly. (I realize this isn't a word, but I'm using it anyway.)

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  38. PamDecember 10, 2008 at 12:01 PM

    Great post. I love Tristan's christmas tree and the napkins look fantatic...I need to learn how to fold them like that.

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  39. Yellow BeadsDecember 10, 2008 at 12:05 PM

    Oh, I lvoe his little tree. Princess keeps asking for one too, and there is a $10 one at Target that I may pick up for her. Your kitchen cart looks great too!

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  40. Kelly Deneen RaymondDecember 10, 2008 at 12:15 PM

    I love that island - it's perfect! I am very impressed with your napkin folding skills too - nice!! :)

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  41. LumpDecember 10, 2008 at 12:51 PM

    Tristan's tree makes me smile ear to ear. It is one of the best trees ever! :)

    I want a house now!

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  42. AnonymousDecember 10, 2008 at 1:06 PM

    All of that stuff is fun and lovely! I especially love the tree! So cute!

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  43. The Blonde DuckDecember 10, 2008 at 2:00 PM

    Totally festive! I love it!

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  44. Farming FabulouslyDecember 10, 2008 at 4:48 PM

    That tree is too cute. Love the napkin folding, thanks for the info.

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  45. JoanDecember 10, 2008 at 5:47 PM

    I love your island, it is beautiful. You should totally post a napkin folding tutuorial. I have never learned how!

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  46. MaricrisGDecember 10, 2008 at 6:27 PM

    so pretty! I love Tristan's 1st Christmas tree. So cute! I was just hopping over here from another blog. Thot I'd come by and say hi! :)

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  47. TiffanyDecember 10, 2008 at 7:20 PM

    The island is great! Glad you like it.

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  48. EmilyDecember 10, 2008 at 9:20 PM

    Your house looks so divine and chrismassy!

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  49. Deanna December 10, 2008 at 11:16 PM

    My boys both have their own trees and I always love theirs best!

    Love the napkin folding tutorials!

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  50. silverdotDecember 11, 2008 at 7:49 AM

    Your island is so nice! I wish I could fold napkins. I'll try the tutorial!

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  51. AnonymousDecember 11, 2008 at 12:45 PM

    what special holiday goodies!! don't you love those?? i sure do!! you have a beautiful home, btw!!

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  52. AnonymousDecember 11, 2008 at 12:47 PM

    oh, forgot to say, i have that apricot chicken recipe, although it's not from kacey!! ;)

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  53. AubreyDecember 11, 2008 at 5:33 PM

    Look at you! That island is great and I love your little holiday touches to it!

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  54. Baby FavoriteDecember 12, 2008 at 12:20 AM

    Beautiful! I see you're decorating just as I like it, in perfect time for my arrival. You're so gracious like that. ;-)

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  55. UnknownDecember 12, 2008 at 1:01 PM

    Just when I think you couldn't get any cooler, you do : ). Love your island! Love the Tristan Tree : )

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  56. Life, Love And LolaDecember 13, 2008 at 8:47 AM

    Love the island! Too cool that Tristan gets his own tree!

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  57. AngelaDecember 14, 2008 at 11:26 AM

    It looks great Steph! And yes, please give us some napkin folding lessons!

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  58. AnonymousDecember 14, 2008 at 7:35 PM

    Ooooh-I love those orange napkins!

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  59. BradDecember 20, 2008 at 1:55 PM

    I love this site - well done you!

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