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Candy Cane Kiss Cookies by Polish The Stars

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups Powdered Sugar

1 1/4 cups Unsalted Butter, softened

1 teaspoon Peppermint Extract (optional)

1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

1 Large Egg

3 cups All-Purpose Flour

1 teaspoon Baking Powder

1/2 teaspoon Salt

1/2 cup Hershey's Candy Cane Kisses (about 18), finely chopped

Granulated Sugar

36 unwrapped Candy Cane Kisses

Preheat oven to 350F.  In a large bowl, mix powdered sugar, butter, extracts and egg.  Beat at medium speed 2-3 minutes or until creamy.  In a small bowl, blend flour, baking powder and salt.  Gradually add to creamed mixture and beat 1-2 minutes until well blended.  Stir in chopped kisses.

Use a cookie scoop to shape dough into 3/4-inch balls and roll in granulated sugar.  Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake about 10 minutes or until bottoms are lightly browned.  Let sit for a minute then press a candy cane kiss in the center of each cookie*.  Move cookies to a cool cookie sheet and place in the freezer immediately so that the Kisses will set quickly and keep their shape**.

Store in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to a week.

Makes 3 Dozen Cookies.

*The original recipe said to put the Kisses on the cookie immediately and then place in the freezer.  I did this but the Kisses still melted as you can see in the photos (they actually melted even more than this so I had to snap the pictures quickly).  So I would suggest letting the cookies set a minute before putting the Kisses on.  Just don't let the cookies cool too much or the Kisses won't want to stay on.

Quilting Tip of the Week 11.19.15

Pipe cleaners? They have many uses! Try taking a piece, twisting a loophole at the top. Push through your bobbin and into your matching thread. You can also use a cotton swab.

You can also use bended pipe cleaners for cleaning your sewing machine.

Quilting Tip of the Week 11.12.15

When you clean and oil your sewing machine, let it sit overnight before using. Check to see if any residual oil is present and wipe off before continuing to work with your project.

Speaking of oil, be sure to check the color of what you are currently using. It should be clear. Anything darker is rancid and should be replaced.

Yo-Yo Pins and Ideas by Lazy Girl Designs

A lover of yo-yos? Check out several quick gift ideas at the link below:

http://www.lazygirldesigns.com/small-accessory-designs/yo-yo-cutie-pins/yo-yo-cutie-pins-tips-and-ideas

Quilting Tip of the Week 11.5.15

Silica packs found in pill bottles are perfect to put in your metal pin containers to keep moisture out. You can glue or tape on the inside lid.

Just be sure to keep away from children and pets.

“Over the River and Through the Woods” Holiday Open House

“Over the River and Through the Woods” is the theme for a holiday event sponsored by Alewives Fabric, Calico Basket Quilt Shop and Quiltessentials, Inc.

On Saturday, Nov.14th from 10-5 and on Sunday, Nov.15th from 12-5 from you are invited to visit all three shops for great shopping, good food, and holiday inspiration. 

Each shop will be hosting a display of holiday gift ideas, demonstrations, and holiday cheer. 

A drawing will be held at each shop for a $200 gift basket.  There will also be a Grand Prize of a $300 gift certificate ($100 from each shop!) that will be drawn from those who choose to visit all three shops. 

Participating Shops are:

Quiltessentials, Inc.
909 Minot Ave.
Auburn, ME 04210
207-784-4486


Calico Basket Quilt Shop
31 Page Rd.
Windham, ME 04062
207-892-5606

Alewives Fabric
10 Main St.
Nobleboro, ME 04555
207-443-2900