DIY Thanksgiving Holiday Candles Holders Centerpieces

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This is my Thanksgiving Table I like it simple but elegant 

where there is plenty of room to bring platters of food and enjoy!

The accents around my decorative candle holders were purchased at Hobby Lobby.

I will show you how you can make these beautiful candle holders yourself.

They are easy and inexpensive to make.

Start with 2 pillar candle holders and candles.
I ourchased the candle holders at Pier 1 a few years ago on sale and recently purchased the candles which are 3"
pillars at Michael's on sale.
These are your base. Choose colors that compliment your house and decor.






You can get these mini grapevine wreaths at Michael's for $. 99 cents.
 These are your base for your flowers and decorative accents.

Michaels had their harvest floral items 80% off so I picked this up.

I make arrangement from time to time and I keep all my leftovers, leaves stems, everything:)

Between the little arrangement I purchased and what I already had, I had enough to make my beautiful candle holder arrangements for my Thanksgiving Table.

The next step is to do even amounts in the same colors for each arrangement and group them to get ready for assembly. I had some potpourri that had some large seeds and squash looking accents so I took them and added them  and some grapes I purchased from the dollar store to my arrangement for some interest.

These are the tools I recommend for assembling your arrangements.

Hot glue and glue gun, Wire cutters, scissors and floral wire.

I take some large leaves cut the stems off and hot glue them every so often around the wreath.

Now it time to add the flowers.

I put like colors across from each other for balance.

Now that you have your flowers on put your embellishments like the seeds, squash and grapes

where color is needed or where there is an empty space. Finally fill in with leaves to give a full lush look.

Whoa-la! I hope this helped to inspire you to make some for your self.

Cool Products Finds for Entertaining this Holiday Season

Perfect for entertaining this holiday season.
Your guests won't have to juggle a plate and a glass-this set makes it easy-
everyone will wonder where you got them-how clever

   

Clear Acrylic Round Party Plate With Built-in Stemware Holder

Sale $10.89

      Original  $16.99

Soften your lighting with these bulbs-
create a soft amber glow-love this!

Spunlite Chandelier Amber Lightbulbs, Pack of 25

Sale  $82.43  

Original  $128.95



There is something so lovely about lavender.
Perfect for your guest bathroom.


You can find these products at Houzz.com

Hand Soap, Lavender, Set of 3

$31.94

Pet Product Finds for the Holidays and Cold Weather

I found these products that are perfect gifts for the holidays and cold weather.

 

  

Love this! Great gift idea:)
Hand-Painted Custom Pet Ornaments
	$19.95 $39.95 My dog shiverswhen it gets cold-this is a great way to keep  him warm .         Achy Pawz Self-Warming Cozy Pet Mats $24.99 as low as $16.95 I love this so the food doesn't come out too fast and all over the floor-not saying that has happened to me:0          Plus it keeps the food fresher.  EXPIRES TONIGHT: Bag-In Pet Food Dispensers $17.99 $11.95 Above items and more available at coupaw.com

Mens Suit, sportscoats and outerwear Sale 75% Off

75% off suits, sportcoats, and outerwear
66% off almost everything else.
Plus, all orders receive free shipping.
 Ends November 11 


At Jos. A. Bank .com

Executive 2-Button Cashmere Blazer

The luxury of our pure cashmere blazers is unmistakable. Fine-tailored in rich colors, they're the blazers of choice for the discerning man. Dry clean. Imported.

Reg. $650.00

 

 Sale! $162.50

 

Merino Wool Topcoat Full Length

Full length with button front. Single-breasted front, side-entry pockets and center vent. Dry clean. Imported.

Reg. $450.00

 

Sale! $112.50

   

Signature 2 Button Wool Suit - Brown Nailhead, Dark Navy Fineline Stripe

Signature Classic Superfine Merino Wool Suit in 2-Button. Made from superfine merino wool for exceptional softness and an uncompromising fit. Self-fabric scalloped facing, full Bemberg lining, soft shoulders. Signature suit sleeve is constructed for the addition of custom working buttonholes. Double reverse-pleated trousers have premium cotton pocketing and are half-lined to the knee. Center vent. Unfinished bottoms for altering ease. Dry clean. Imported.

Reg. $895.00
 
Sale! $197.00
 

Dealnews

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Claudia Chandelier

Sale  $541.80

Original   $1,505.00

Claudia Pendant
Sale $504.95
   Original  $1,750.00

Claudia Mini Pendant

Sale $182.95

Original  $525.00

 

Claudia Wall Sconce

Sale  $176.95

Original     $577.50

 

 

 

Nessa 5-Light Crystal Chandelier in Tuxedo

Sale $346.50

Original    $962.50

 

Nessa Crystal Wall Sconce in Tuxedo

Sale  $97.02

  Original $269.50

 

Estrella Flush Mount

Sale  $387.00

Original     $645.00

 

Eve Crystal Mini Pendant

Sale $207.00

  Original  $345.00

 

You can find these items at Joss and Main in the All That Shimmers Collection for a limited time.

How to make the perfect pie crust-it is siimple

  How to make a perfect homemade pie crust
Impress someone special:) You can say...I made it myself:)
 For busy days store bought is fine but on special occasions it is fun to put forth more effort and spoil the ones you love with delicious home made cooking-there is nothing better:)



  

Step 1

Basic pie crust is a matter of balance. Three parts flour, two parts fat and one part liquid produces a dough with the right consistency and flakiness. To produce enough dough for two single crust pies or one double crust, use 12 ounces flour, 8 ounces butter and 4 ounces water (we also include a teaspoon of salt to bring out the rich flavor of this tender and tasty pie crust).

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Step 2

Place 12 ounces of flour in a food processor. That’s roughly 2 ½ cups, but measuring by weight is the most reliable way to ensure your ratios are correct. A teaspoon of salt brings out the flavor, but other additions may be made at this time. For sweet pies, consider a couple of teaspoons of sugar or cinnamon. Dried herbs or spices added to the crust for savory pies can add flavor and flair without adjusting the filling.

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Step 3

Cut 2 sticks of butter into cubes. Butter should be frozen before use. Really. Soft butter will break down more than is desirable when trying to produce a flaky crust. If you take the butter out too soon and it begins to thaw, but it back in the freezer for a few minutes and wait. It’s that important.

It’s usually about here where someone starts talking about using shortening instead of butter for better results. You can use shortening swapped in ounce for ounce instead of butter, but I’m a believer in the all-butter crust. I like the flavor. I like the ease of use. And the texture is as good as I ever got using shortening.

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Step 4

Add the diced butter to the food processor and pulse just until mix forms crumbs. Our goal is to avoid over-mixing, so lean toward too chunky (we’ll be processing it a bit more in the next step).

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Step 5

Drizzle in 4 ounces of very cold water into the food processor, pulsing to combine, until dough just begins to come together.

 

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Step 6

Dough should be very loose and clumps of butter will still be visible. Pinch dough between thumb and finger – if it holds together, you’re all set.

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Step 7

Divide the dough in half and place each half on a piece of plastic wrap (it’s going to be crumbly). Wrap each in the plastic wrap and squeeze to form into rounds discs about ½” thick. Place the wrapped discs in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes to allow butter to harden up and for the gluten to relax, making the dough less elastic and easier to manage.

If you’re getting a head start on the holidays, pie crust can be made months in advance. Just freeze these discs and thaw out in the fridge overnight when you’re ready to use them.

 

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Step 8

Once chilled, place dough on a floured surface and roll flat with a rolling pin. Move the pin back and forth from the center and rotate the dough until round and ⅛” to ¼” thick.

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Step 9

Place pie pan on top of dough to make sure it will fit. Edges should extend two or more inches beyond the rim of the pan.

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Step 10

Place dough in pie pan, with edges draped evenly around the rim and press the on insides to conform to the pan. Use kitchen shears to trim the edges so that the overhang is roughly an inch.

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Step 11

Roll the edges under so the edge of the crust rests evenly on the rim of the pan all the way around.

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Step 12

Press on the outside edge of the crust with two fingers and pinch with a finger or thumb to crimp. Rotate the pan to crimp all the way around.

Place the completed crust in the refrigerator until ready to fill – at least 30 minutes. Refrigerating the crust before baking will keep the edges from settling and helps the bottom of the crust from becoming soggy once filling has been added.

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Materials

• 12 ounces flour (plus more, for dusting surface).
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces butter, frozen
• 4 ounces very cold water

Tools

• Kitchen scale
• Sharp knife
• Food processor
• Plastic wrap

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