New Class, Video and a Week of Giveaways?!?

Why not?  I am feeling good this week for many reasons.  One, election day is tomorrow.  And that means no more phone calls (22 today), door-to-door visits (5 today), mailings (I didn’t even count today) for this girl who isn’t loving living in Ohio right now. 🙂  Two, I have lots of good stuff to giveaway, thanks to the generosity of others.  Three, I just am feeling happy. 🙂

So, let’s start with some shares and do a giveaway each day, what do you say?  Why not.

First, I am excited to tell you that I am hosting the Stamp Camp this week at 2Peas.  Click HERE for the details on my projects and HERE for how you can play along to win prizes!  My week is about masking.  The video shows a few types of masking.

This layout is like one I did in the past.  I just love tall and narrow photos from over the years.  It shows regular masking with the trees and ink masking with the grass.

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This one shows reverse masking.  Can you tell I like those Thicker letters?  Yum.

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(c) twopeasinabucket.com

Please stop by and say hi over there on 2peas.  I don’t wanna be a loser. 🙂

Guess what I did today?  I sent off the last of the cards that you angels sent for Card Drive for Kids.  They went over in three boxes spaced out over time.  I promise to show pictures of the kids when they get a chance.  They are moving into their house as we speak over there in Liberia.  Praying for them.

Speaking of prayers, I know someone who could use some.  There is this amazing little boy named Keegan who is in Ken’s side of the family.  The moment he was born, the hard battle for his life began.  He has had so many ups and downs, but has proven to be a strong little fighter.  He could use some serious prayers these days.  If you are the praying kind, please say one for Keegan and his parents.  Thank you. (For more information on Keegan, click HERE.  For updates, click HERE.  For some precious photos of the little fighter, click HERE.)  Isn’t he the cutest?  I love how he is smiling here despite all that is happening.  Cute dude. 

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And to Keegan’s parents – I pray for you every night.  And I can’t wait for Colin to meet your little one someday.  Then he will know who that Keegan is that he prays for every day. 

OK…

How about that giveaway?  Sweet April over at Studio Calico offered another kit for me to pass on to one of you lucky winners!  (Maybe I should put my name in the hat – it is a good one!  I must go buy it.)  So, you have until Tuesday at 11:59pmEDT to leave a comment on this post just telling me your favorite recipe for cold days.  (You don’t have to give the recipe, just tell me about it.  I may email you asking for it, though, so I can share it with others!  We are making a huge effort to eat every meal in.)  I will post a winner on Wednesday of this GREAT Fountain Square Studio Calico kit!

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Also, you still have until late tonight to leave a comment on THIS POST for a chance to win the Jamie Scraps kit.

And, der, I forgot to pick a winner of the Maya Road stamp set from HERE.  Sorry!  The winner is Michelle.  I will email ya.

One more thing: Don’t forget that if you vote tomorrow here in the States, you can get a free Starbucks!  Helps make standing in line for hours worth it, huh?

OK… off to load some cards onto my computer and watch Dancing With the Stars.  I love that Lance is dancing barefoot.  That is my kind of dancing.  Awesome.  Oh wait – that was the phone.  Barack calling.  Argh.  Make that 23 calls.  Night! 🙂


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369 thoughts on “New Class, Video and a Week of Giveaways?!?”

  1. Jazy Girl says:

    On a cold day of make a pot of white bean chicken chili and some fresh, hot bread….YUM!

  2. Ashley says:

    I love butternut squash chili, yumm!!! Thanks for the chance to win

  3. Sarah M says:

    Will definitely pray for Keegan. I think I need to start a list – so many people in need of prayer right now…

    Already checked out stamp camp and love your layouts. (I left a comment there too and you missy are by no means a loser)!

    A WEEK of giveaways? How fun!! You’re are McGenerous McGuire. You know that? 🙂
    The first thing I thought of to stay warm in the winter was hot chocolate. My Mom always used a recipe for a Malted Hot Chocolate that made a huge batch that lasted (most of) the winter. As far as dinner recipes go… white chicken chili is yummy.

  4. Celeste E says:

    My new favorite cold weather recipe is butternut squash soup. It is so yummy! My hubbie says it looks life baby food (which he’s right!)But boy, is it ever good!

  5. Theresa says:

    I love chili and cornbread when it is cold out. I also love Studio Calico! Thanks for the giveaway.

  6. robindiane says:

    My fav is Cheesy potato soup! Yummy!!!!

  7. samantha says:

    Jennifer, you made me laugh and cry with this post. i laughed because last week Obama was here in indiana at a park just 2 miles from my home and the drive to get anywhere on halloween was aweful!!! and all those calls yikes!! You made me cry with Keegan, definetly saying some extra prayers for him and his parents. And finally my favorite thing on cold days is grilled cheese sandwich and tomato soup.

  8. StampinCathy says:

    Great projects. I would have to say my favorite is chili or stew. Thanks for a chance.

  9. rosie says:

    Thanks for always be so generous ! My favorite thing to eat on cold days , is beef stew with hot rolls and butter, I have a great recipe for stew (comes out the SAME every time lol )…..

  10. Candy says:

    I have 2 favorite recipes for cold weather – chili or my brother’s famous meatloaf! Either one will do the trick! And that is a fabulous kit!

  11. Ami says:

    Another chili lover here! Nothing quite like a warm, hearty bowl with some oyster crackers, a little cheese and sour cream. Yum! And so comforting on a cold night!

  12. Chris says:

    What a cool kit. Thanks so much for the chance!
    My favorite to make is Sweet Potato Casserole. Yummm….

  13. I love all soup. at the moment, it’s the cream of pumpkin soup (pumpkin, orange juice and sweet potatoes). It’s oh so goooood!

  14. Jennifer G says:

    My favorite on a cold day is curling up with a mug of hot chocolate and a good book.

  15. I’ve got a couple of good ones, but a really quick (1/2 hour to make) and delicious one is Tortellini Tomato Soup. It has spinach in it. Top with grated romano cheese and serve with a fresh loaf of Italian bread…yum!

  16. Jeannie R. says:

    Being the Mid-western gal that I am, I gotta vote for Ham and Beans (some call it soup beans and ham) My recipe has a tomato Cajun vibe that is best when we have the cook it over our fire pit. I serve it with corn bread and warm mulled cider…yum!

  17. Patti says:

    Homemade chicken noodle soup is the best thing to warm up with. I even make the noodles from scratch, my family loves it.

  18. hanna says:

    my favorite thing for cold days is some warm chicken tortilla soup. So yummy w/ tortilla chips on top. I also love steaming hot spiced tea.

  19. Sandi says:

    Jennifer

    Ok…that is it I have to order the 6×12 Birds and Branchs. I just love how many ideas that you and the HA designers have made. You know this is all in fun:-)

    The layouts are just amazing with design and style.

    I will be checking out 2peas tonight after ballet.

    Prayer always!!!

    Kits just beautiful.

    Eats…I love soups this time of year. Here is a place I make the most.
    http://www.flylady.net/pages/FFT_SlowCook1.asp

    look under soups Wedding soup is the best. I have more than six people ask for it after I make it. I included all the others too not just soup. Just scroll down.

    Going to vote now. I hope your calls end soon.

    Sandi N.

  20. susan says:

    Hot soup on a cold night is the thing for me. Last week I made Split Pea in the crock pot. Yummy!

  21. Carol B says:

    My fav is mac n cheese. But, my dh’s fav is green chili! Never heard of it til we moved out west, but he loves it! It’s made with shredded pork and green chilis and you can make it as mild or as hot as you like! Thanks for the neat giveaways!

  22. Karen Q says:

    Our families favorite winter meal is homemade minestrone. I make a huge pot and freeze quite a bit for future quick meals.

  23. Lee Ann Glass says:

    White chicken chili.

  24. sally says:

    Cold day starts with a hot cup of tea. At some point I make a cup of chill with grill cheese sandwich and orange slices for dessert. Of course, a nap with my dog while watching some horribly sappy movie on Lifetime finishes the day of perfect. Thanks for sharing such wonderful stuff!

  25. Kris says:

    I just made a great chicken dish this weekend with sundried tomatoes …yum!

  26. ~ alli ~ says:

    Favorite recipe for cold days — hot chocolate with mini marshmallows! How’s that for simple?!

  27. Jennifer B says:

    I would have to go with Spanish Rice Casserole and spicy cornbread for those yummy winter days. It is the only “casserole” dish my dear hubby likes.

  28. Angela says:

    I loved reading this post today – I really like the stream of consciousness writing and I’m betting it’s one of the reasons you have so many readers! Thanks for sharing so many of your thoughts.

    Since I don’t really cook that well and I especially can’t stand being cold, I will say that my favorite recipe is a hot bath and a good book. I’ll be moving to NJ in January from Austin, TX, so I’m seeing a lot of baths in my future. Perhaps I should learn to like soup.

    Thanks again for the constant inspiration!

  29. Bridget says:

    If I am really ambitious, then I like making a baked chicken (lots of garlic and lemon). If it is cold out, then I don’t mind having the oven on for a few hours. If I am not as ambitious, then I REALLY love making a big pot of chicken soup. Love soup!!

  30. Kathy W says:

    My favorite recipe for cold days in homemade chicken soup with bread. Thanks for the chance to win! My prayers are with Keegan.

  31. Cara says:

    My favorite recipe for cold weather is chili. So easy to make, and so good!

  32. Heather says:

    My favorite meal for colds days is Hamburger Soup (Best of Bridge recipe). It is a hot and hearty soup that tastes great and both my kids eat up without complaining! In fact it is supposed to snow today so maybe that will be our supper… Also, thank-you for all the giveaways you do, this is an incredible kit.

  33. MJ Sison says:

    My favorite is Vietnamese Pho Soup… it’ll definitely warm you up when it’s chilly outside.

  34. Julie Batta says:

    My family’s favorite cold day recipe is homemade chili. And if you are wanting a dessert for cold days, we love warm tapioca pudding that is almost directly off the stove (give about a 10 minute cooling time). Thanks bunches for the great giveaway.

  35. Crafterbeth says:

    My fav recipe for cold days is good old fashioned Chili with cornmeal muffins!
    Yummy!

  36. Rachel says:

    hot chocolate, a blanket, and a book. perfect recipe for any cold day. ooh, and maybe a hot bath for dessert!

  37. Miriam says:

    I love making soups, all kinds.
    Thanks for the giveaway!

  38. Brianna says:

    My favorite is taco soup! YUM! We are actually having some tonight!

  39. Kim Brown says:

    I love my homemade healthy chili. Very thick and full of flavor, but lowfat and oh so good!

  40. Jennifer says:

    One word…Hot GREEN tea! It perks me up and is so comforting! That is, after my mountain dew runs out!

  41. Kelli Shea says:

    My favorite cold weather recipe is creamy potato soup w/ chives and bacon. YUMMY!

  42. Jennie says:

    Praying for Baby Keegan. Please keep your blog readers updated!

    My favorite cold weather treat is hot chocolate with frozen cool whip. Yep, a scoop of frozen cool whip. Try it, it’s super yummy!

  43. Jamie Harder says:

    Ok its not really a recipe or “food’ per se but I just got a wicked coffee maker and I love to make different flavored lattes!

  44. tami says:

    potato soup! it’s so good, even our kids eat it!

    Houlihan’s Famous Baked Potato Soup

    5 cups potatoes, skin left on and diced into ½’ pieces
    ½ cup butter
    2 cups yellow onions diced
    ¼ cup flour
    5 cups warm water
    ¼ cup chicken base
    1 cup potato flakes
    pinch of salt
    1 teaspoon dried basil
    ½ teaspoon Tabasco sauce
    1 cup heavy cream
    1 cup milk

    Optional:

    Shredded cheddar cheese
    Cooked, crumbled bacon

    Dave’s Note / variations:

    If serving to people who are not fans of onions I puree the onions before adding them. I also use a Braun hand mixer to partially puree the soup when done since we like it more pureed than chunky.

    Instructions:

    Steam the potatoes over boiling water, covered for 20 minutes until easy to pierce with folk, set aside

    In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Add the onions and sauté on low heat for 10 minutes until the onions are transparent (don’t allow the onions to brown) Add the flour and cook 4-5 minutes stirring well until the flour is absorbed

    In a separate bowl combine the water, chicken base, potato flakes, salt, basil and Tabasco. Add to the onion mixture stirring constantly so no lumps form. Cook on high heat until the potato flakes dissolve. Add the milk and cream stirring until smooth and lightly thickened. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, do not boil.

    Add the steamed potatoes and stir to combine. Heat through and serve. Serve with shredded cheddar and crumbled bacon if desired.

  45. KaitlynK says:

    Nothing beats soup and yummy bread on a cold day. Our favorites are Cream Cheese Chicken Soup or Taco Soup with homeade breadsticks or garlic cheese biscuits. Yum!

    Thanks for another great giveaway!

  46. StacyS. says:

    My favourite meal in the fall/winter is a roast with onions done in the oven (gravy made on the stovetop) with garlic mashed creamy potatoes and corn on the cob. This says Sunday evening to me because it’s what my mom used to make.
    Thanks for the great video – I love sticky notes and now I have more excuses to buy more!
    BTW – hope Dad is feeling better.
    StacyS. (Alberta, Canada)

  47. Sara says:

    I’m a simple kind of gal just give me some tomato soup & a grilled cheese sandwich and I’m good. As for the cards drive for kids would you be willing to accept more? Because I would love to send you some.

  48. Julie Goldovitz says:

    I love making chili in my crock pot on cold days.

    Julie

  49. Tamera Broadaway says:

    I like to make deer/vegetable soup on cold winter days. I also love hot cocoa and chocolate chip cookies.

  50. Pam K says:

    My mom’s homemade chicken noodle with mashed potatoes. How can you go wrong with carbs on top of carbs?

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