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Speculaas Oatmeal Bake
Let’s face it, Oatmeal Bakes are just better tasting than “overnight oatmeal.” I’ve never liked the snotty texture of those concoctions, no matter how popular they may be. To appeal…
Thread and Stitch Choices for English Paper Piecing
Everybody who takes up English Paper Piecing – a form of quiltmaking that involves sewing small pieces of fabric that have been basted to tiny papers into geometric patterns –…
Voisilmäpulla – Finnish Butter Eye Buns
These little Voisilmäpulla – or Finnish Butter Eye Buns – are a favorite at my house. Redolent with cardamom and vanilla, these sweet pillows of dough have a sweet crunch….
Violet Vale Needlebook Tutorial
Make this sweet, Anne of Green Gables-inspired needlebook in a weekend.
Sweet-and-Salty Spiced Homemade Granola
Homemade granola is a simple treat to make. And you can customize it to fit what you’ve got, and what your family likes. This version is gluten-free, and reminds me…
Lusikkaleivät – Finnish Teaspoon Cookies
The Nordic countries just have the best Christmas baked goods, to include these uncommon Finnish Teaspoon Cookies. I love these little shortbread sandwich cookies. Lusikkaleivät are simple to make, delicious,…