California Christmas - 2

After we left Janet’s house, we all jumped in the car and headed up to El Dorado Hills to Diane’s house (Patty’s sister).   She was also all decked out for the holidays.  Diane is a very talented wood worker (although she says she’s taking a hiatus to concentrate on quilting.  Woo Hoo)

 

I think Patty made this for her.

 

This is one of Diane’s creations.  She’s got a real knack there.

This is her new venture.  Working with wool.   Pattern is by Buttermilk Basin and there are 12 seasonal center little banners.  Note to self….work on this one!

And, she was also into cross-stitch.

 

More of her wonderful wood creations.

 

 

Isn’t this a darling shelf with the bent spoons as hangers.   Perfect for displaying another one of Diane’s projects.

Another gift from Patty to her sister.

She has a huge nutcracker display and I thought Mr CnW would like this one.    I hope he doesn’t crack his balls.    (golf balls, people!)   

After sitting around chatting for awhile it was time for lunch.   We headed to Sellands Market Café in the El Dorado Hills Town Center.    Yummy.    We walked around the Center and then it was time to say goodbye to Diane and head to the Calif Gold Country for some shopping. 

 

One of our favorite stores is Country Living in Amador City, CA

I think we must have been a little late getting there because, unlike previous years, it was pretty picked over.   Looks like the economy is definitely recovering.   And my bank account was very happy about that.  

There were still some very cute decorations tho.    Check out these cute reindeer.

If you’re ever in the Sutter Creek/Amador City area, be sure and stop in and say “hi” to Sandy, the owner.   You’ll most likely find her spinning her own wool.  

Next stop…Patty’s house.   More tomorrow. 

 

Hugs, Anne

Country Living

Where does the time go?   I actually woke up in the middle of the night and remembered that waybackwhen I said I'd show you pictures of my visit to Country Living in Amador City, CA when I went to CA for my "girls" Christmas party.  I then laid awake and wrote the blog post in my mind.  Well, now I can't remember what I "wrote", so I'm starting fresh.

I don't know what it is with me and blogging, but everyday I make myself a "to do" list, and every day I have "blog" on the list.  Well, most days, everything gets done on the list, but "blog" seems to carry over to the next day and the next day and the next.....   Anyone have any suggestions for me on how to make it a top priority?  ;)  Or at least, a higher priority?

On to the pictures.   I know they are all Christmas related, but I love Christmas and never get tired of seeing pictures and the inspiration they bring me.  Hopefully, you feel the same.   Oh, and at the end, I'll give you the recipe for that fabulous dessert Cathi made for us.

Country Living is owned by Sandy Jurisich and her hubby.   It's in a darling little building right on the main drag of Amador City in the heart of the California gold country.  

This is Sandy.  She spins her own wool.

There was so much eye candy.   

This candle came home with me. (Battery operated for my obsessive hubby)

See how cute it looks on my old wooden spool?

She has everything from prim to vintage and in between.  

Aren't these old cheese graters fabulous?   Now I wish I had bought one.

Patty kept eyeing this Santa Claus outfit.  I thought she was going to buy it and dress up for us at the party!

Isn't this a darling way to display your eating utensils at a place setting?

Prim goodies 

Isn't this a perfect lamp base for Sandy?    I love the shade.

Remember these trees in the 50's?

 These two little mini guys came home with me too.

This gives you an idea of how tiny they are right next to the star mini pillow.

If you happen to get to go there, be sure and continue up the road to Sutter Creek.  More cute shops and wonderful eateries.

And.....for me a trip to CA isn't complete without a visit to my favorite restaurant.   I always get the same thing, French Onion Soup with a baguette.   Oh so yummy!  (I sure wish Panera would open an establishment in Bend!)

A few people emailed me for the recipe for Cathi's dessert.   It's very low in calories, so feel free to eat as much as you want.   (wink wink)

Turtle Trifle

Hopefully I'll be back sooner rather than later.   I've been working on lots of projects to show you.

Hugs, Anne