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Leaf candle jars are a beautiful addition to any fall decor. Children will love making these, but little hands need a bit of help. I’ve also added a mini white pumpkin with tea candle.

At the end of my post, you will find my frosted oatmeal raisin cookie recipe. Be alert. They’ll be gone before you know it.

Leaf candle jars

Leaf candle jar supplies:

• Mason jar – The ones I used are from the Dollar Tree.
• Thin faux leaves
• Mod Podge
• Accents
• Raffia or rope
• LED tealight candles
• Sponge brush

Spread Mod Podge on the outside of the jar. Add leaves and brush with Mod Podge. You will want to repeat this after the first coat is dry. Add a LED tealight and enjoy.

White Mini Pumpkin

Spoon out a hole big enough to fit a tea candle. It’s a lovely addition to any table decoration. By the way, someone left several white mini pumpkins on my front porch. So, if you’re reading this, thank you!

Frosted Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Yes! I use the recipe from the Quaker Oats container. My trick is in the frosting.

Frosting:

• 1 box 16 oz. confectioners sugar
• 1/2 cup softened butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• Half and Half – That’s the trick!

Cream together, adding enough Half and Half for spreading consistency.

These cookies will disappear quickly.

Happy Autumn!

 

This amazing Christmas wreath, made from a repurposed aluminum fruit and veggie tray, is absolutely unique and gorgeous.

All the items to create the wreath came from the Dollar Tree. You’ll want to purchase your supplies early.

After a Labor Day picnic with family and friends, my niece asked if anyone would like the empty tray. Her mother-in-law, Ruth, said she could use it to make a wreath. She creates lovely things. And she sure did!

Supplies needed:

• Tray (can also be found at the Dollar Tree)
• Battery operated lights on a ribbon (Ruth weaved them through the big bow)
• Assortment of floral picks
• Ribbon
• Netting
• Pipe Cleaner (to use as a hanger on the back)
• Glue gun

Ruth, thank you for this great idea. You’re one of the most inventive people I know.

Some hot chocolate and Christmas music will make your creating time even more memorable.

Happy Crafting!

    

       

        

 I had fun creating two inexpensive and easy puzzle and button pumpkin crafts for children. Adults will like these too. I also put together a quick peach cobbler that’s perfect for this time of year. The recipe is at the end of this post.

Puzzle Pumpkin

Supplies needed:

• Puzzle pieces (If you have a missing piece puzzle, perfect!) I purchased a small puzzle from the Dollar Tree.
• Cardstock and ribbon – I used a file folder for the base and cardstock in place of the ribbon stem.
• Glue
• Craft paint – I chose two different colors which made a pretty pumpkin.
• Sponge brush

Paint the underside of puzzle pieces and dry on wax paper. Then glue and layer pieces to form a pumpkin.

Button Pumpkin

Supplies needed:

• Frame (I purchased mine from the Dollar Tree)
• Cardstock
• Buttons
• Glue
• Paper Cutter

Cut a piece of cardstock or material of choice to fit the frame and design your button pumpkin. Dry completely before framing.

Easy Peach Cobbler

9 x 13 pan – Preheat oven to 350 degrees

• 1 stick butter
• 2 cups flour
• 2 cups sugar
• 5 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 and 1/2 cups milk
• 4 cups of sliced peaches – I shake a small amount of cinnamon and sugar over the peaches.

Melt butter in pan.

Stir together dry ingredients. I always add a touch of cinnamon.

Add milk and stir until just mixed.

Pour mixture over butter. Top with peaches and bake 45 minutes +

Enjoy!

I found a super good Granny Cake recipe while trying to organize my recipe box. It’s delicious! I haven’t made it for years and shared it with friends and family. The recipe is at the end of this post. I’ve also included an easy paper clip craft for adults and children.

The paper clips would be great teacher or table favor gifts. They’re fun and easy to do. Everyone needs a paper clip.

Supplies needed:

• Coated or plain large paper clips
• Flower buttons or buttons of choice
• A strong glue like E6000

You can see my Granny Cake card has been well-used. I’ve typed the recipe below. A great potluck, birthday, or picnic cake.

Granny Cake

 9×13 greased pan

 Oven 350 degrees

  Bake 40-45 minutes

• 1 + 1/2 cups white sugar
• 2 + 1/4 cups flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 20 oz. can crushed pineapple in juice
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Whisk sugar, flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. Stir in eggs and pineapple. Pour into a greased 9×13 pan. Top with brown sugar and pecans. Bake 40-45 minutes. Mine was done between 35 and 40 minutes. Test the center with a toothpick. When it comes out dry, cake is done.

A few minutes before you take the cake out of the oven, boil together 1/2 cup evaporated milk, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup oleo, and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Poke holes in cake and pour sauce over while the cake is hot.

Enjoy!