By Libbie Summers Assisted by David Dempsey Tie on a package or holiday tree or my favorite…a Chinese takeout container filled with homemade sprinkle fortune cookies!  Felt Fortune Cookie Ornaments makes 1 What you need: Felt Scrap (6″x 6″), I like to use a heavier weight felt Ribbon, I used a printed holiday ribbon... Read More »

By Libbie Summers Assisted by David Dempsey Holiday wreath? Sure, ANY holiday with the right colored cupcake liners. I love this for a fun quick craft!  Cupcake Liner Wreath makes 1 (12-inch) wreath What you need: 120 paper cupcake liners in whatever colors you like (I used pastels for this wreath) 1 (12-inch) styrofoam... Read More »

By Libbie Summers Assisted by David Dempsey A simple red and white candy cane inspired this fabulously festive (and fun) holiday table! It checks all the boxes…inspirational (yes), attainable (YES, anyone can do it) and affordable (yes, minimal dollars spent). Here’s How You Can Do It! Step 1: Make a Tablecloth (create a woven... Read More »

By Libbie Summers Assisted by David Dempsey Two of my go to Thanksgiving Leftover recipes that check all the boxes. Delicious. Quick. Chic. Boom!  Stuffing Nest Baked Eggs (stuffing, egg + gravy) Serves 3  What you need: Leftover dressing 1 teaspoon oil 3 large eggs Coarsely ground black pepper Leftover Gravy, heated (optional) What... Read More »

By Libbie Summers Assisted by David Dempsey Location: The Paxton House Need a show stopping garland for your staircase bannister? I did this recently for a holiday launch party for my Yum Yum Smile Shop culinary salon line at The Paxton House in Thomasville, GA. Decorating is easy when you start with a beautiful... Read More »