Monthly Archives: December 2011

A Make-over for my Kiln

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Rae

I live in eastern NC where we are often blessed with mild winter days.  Today was such a day.  With the promise of a warm afternoon, I decided to finish giving my kiln a make-over.  A few weeks ago, I … Continue reading →

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In a Holi-Daze

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Rae

Christmas is over – but I am still celebrating.  I am always loathe to abruptly cease the celebration.  Since I struggle with transitions, I tend to drag them out so I can soften the stark contrast of change.  I am … Continue reading →

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Winter Solstice

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Rae

I love the solstices (I also love the equinoxes).  Each year I try to do something to acknowledge the Winter Solstice.  This year, I am going to look at neighborhood Christmas lights.  I think it is a prefect way to … Continue reading →

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Handmade Holiday

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Rae

Handmade gifts can express something more than an average store-bought gift.  A handmade present is one-of-a kind.  And, in our lives of homogeneous chain stores and generic gift cards, this is refreshing. Handmade gifts made by you are even more special.  … Continue reading →

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Christmas List for a Potter

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Rae

During gift-giving season, many people are searching for the perfect present.  So, I have been commissioned by the elves to help.  To that, here are some suggestions that would surely make any potter smile on Christmas morning. Stocking Stuffers: Sherrill … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Decree

Posted on December 7, 2011 by Rae

I have decreed that this will be the last year that I use manufactured Christmas dishes.  I have talked about making my own Christmas plates for quite a while, but I haven’t done it.  The dilemma is that I don’t … Continue reading →

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December 1st

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Rae

The Christmas count-down has begun!  I am so excited because this is the first day Advent Calendars will be used.   The term Advent comes from the Latin “adventur” which means arrival.  In 1800s, German Protestants made chalk marks on … Continue reading →

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