December/January 2013
Web Extras: Enter our Country Woman “My Merry Christmas Pin & Win Contest”, Heavenly Hot Chocolate Mix, Sweet & Salty Snowmen, Knit Tractor Scarf
Mary Engelbreit’s Open House, pg. 12
Contest-Winning Holiday Cookies, pg. 24
Fabulous Appetizers, pg. 34
Special Christmas Section, pg. 39
Mary Engelbreit’s Paper Dolls, pg. 91
In this Issue
December/January 2013 Cover Gal
Artist Mary Engelbreit hosts a holiday tour of her home and offers tips on keeping the season simple, pg. 12
Away in a Manger
Editor Ann Kaiser helps bring the first Noel to life on a family sheep farm, pg. 18
Cookies for a Cause
Cookie decorating parties keep friends, family and the community smiling, pg. 22
Fragrant Décor
Natural accents you can craft from dried fruits and veggies, pg. 40
Special Section: Old-Fashioned Fun, pg. 39
Well-seasoned kitchen with cozy touches, pg. 46
Christmas Dinner, pg. 52
The Great Fruitcake Debate, pg. 56
Classic Homemade Candy, pg. 60
Timeless handmade gifts, pg. 66
Knit Hat and Mitten Set
Christmas Star Cross-Stitch
Crocheted Lap Afghan
Quilted Christmas Tree Place Mat
Reflections: The Best Christmas Gift Ever, pg. 76
Home-Style Cooking
Best Christmas Cookies Contest Winners, pg. 24
Healthy Kitchen: Prime Pomegranate Time, pg. 31
Retro Appetizers: Nibbles from Parties Past, pg. 34
Fun with Food: Igloo Cupcakes, pg. 38
Country Home & Gardens
Ask the Antiques Expert: Vintage Toys, pg. 87
Simply Fun: Mary Engelbreit’s Paper Dolls, pg. 91
