Is that a Leprechan I see?

St Patrick's Day is almost upon us and here at Morning Glories we have no shortage of shamrocks. We have pilsners, wine glasses, martini's and margarita's ready for your favorite libatiion. These painted shamrocks can be hand painted on any piece of glassware. Here's what you'll see in the shop.

One of my favorite recipes for serving Martini's

2 oz. Irish Whiskey

1 oz. Dry Vermouth

1 tsp. Green Creme De Menthe

Pour all ingredients into a shaker over ice, shake and pour into you shamrock martini glass. 

Erin Go Bragh!

May the green be with you!!

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Just A Dollop!!

Once winter sets in and there's snow on the ground I like to come home from my day job and have a nice warm cup of hot chocolate with a dollop of whip creme (or marshmallows). And a great way to enjoy that drink is in some beautiful mugs that have been hand painted just for this reason.

There are many to choose from at Morning Glories shop but here are just a few that are available.
So whatever your pleasure please stop by the shop and pick up a mug just for you.

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Snow, Snow Go Away!!!!!!!!!!!!

It has been snowing here in the Eastern part of the country for weeks now......54 inches and counting and I for one can't wait for the warmer weather.
I have had a lot of time to think about the Spring season and a few new designs and will be starting to work on them for my Etsy shop.


I have found that Polka Dots have become a trend and quite a few of my customers like them. So I am featuring a few pieces of glassware in Morning Glories shop.

Martini Glasses in pink, blue, lavender and green

Champagne Flutes in silver and gold

 Butter dish in pink, sage and white

Polka Dots on glassware are a fun way to serve your family and guest and can be created in any color on any piece of tableware.

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Happy New Year!

As Christmas ends and the New Year begins I look forward to the best 2014 ever! As I don't enjoy taking down all the decorations as much as I love putting them up...........this year I must admit was very hectic..........and it always makes me a little sad to see such a bare house..........but the holidays must end so that we can anticipate and enjoy them next year!
This year my twin grandson really enjoyed Christmas, they finally got who Santa was and the meaning of Christmas and what part Jesus plays in it all. It was so nice to see them in their Christmas show and spend time with them over Christmas. Christopher is only 10 months old and really wasn't much into Christmas this year......but I know that will change in the years to come.  He still looked so cute in his Christmas outfit and was excited to watch the boys open their gifts as he sat with Mommy and she helped open his gifts.

As New Year's Eve approaches, we will spend it with good friends and good food as always. I wish you a very Happy, Healthy New Year from my home to yours.

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Merry Christmas....let the cookie baking begin!!

As we get ready for that all important day "Christmas" with the dinners, visiting, gift giving and sharing lots of memories..................we won't forget to give thanks for all of these things that we enjoy doing, our families, our friends and also remembering the armed forces that keep us safe and pray that they stay safe too.

And this is a good time of year to consume as many cookies as you can! Cookies have no calories at Christmas time, did you know that??

My daughter Christa, daughter in law Jenn and myself had our traditional day of cookie baking. Now we take our baking very serious. My kitchen turns into a Christmas cookie bakery with 12 cookie recipes, 11 baking pans, 10 cups of flour, 9, cups of sugar, 8 teaspoons of vanilla, 7 measuring cups, 6 measuring spoons, 5 golden towel, 4 dozen egg, 3 kitchen aide mixers, 2 spatulas and a enough cookies to last till Christmas day!

Yes, that table is filled with all the cookies we baked and then some! To name a few.......

Holiday Cookie Bake-Off 2013

Snickerdoodles

Mexican Wedding Cookies

Tadals

Mint Chocolate Chip 

Chocolate Chip

Pizzelles

Lemon Poppy Seed

Pecan Tassies

Raspberry Almond Shortbread Thumprints

Russian Tea Cakes

Chocolate Chunk Shortbread 

And it wouldn't be right if I didn't show you some hand painted cookie plate to served these delicious cookies on.

Visit us at www.etsy.com/shop/morningglories1 for these cookies plates and much more for the holidays!

And a Very Merry Christmas and Happy Healthy New Year to you and Yours.



Santa Claus is Coming to Town

Oh, you better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout I'm telling you why....................

Morning Glories new holiday designs are coming to town! Just like the elves I have been working on many Christmas designs for the holiday season which is almost upon us.

Here are just a few

 

And many more coming for Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

So visit www.etsy.com/shop/morningglories1 for many new designs, not just holiday.

 

A Pot of Chili Makes the Perfect Sunday Meal

In addition to painting another thing that I like to do is cook. I don't have much time to do that so soups, stews and chili's are a quick one pot way to make a delicious meal. A good way to heat up the night is with a hearty bowl of chili and I have two great recipes to share with you too!

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/giada-de-laurentiis/white-bean-and-chicken-chili-recipe/index.html

http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/ina-garten/chicken-chili-recipe/index.html

Just add corn bread or a loaf of crusty bread with a salad. And if chili isn't your thing check out the Food Network for many delicious soup recipes.

So why not try one tonight and visit www.etsy.com/shop/morningglories1 for many beautiful bowls patterns to choose from and eat your favorite chili or soup