Earlier this week on my rustic snowman card post, I offered up a spare Melissa Frances Christmas Page Kit as a blog goody. I mentioned the offering in the body of the post, not calling it out with bold letters, flashing lights, or sirens. I rather liked doing it this way! Thanks to all of you who entered! You made my week! You all have delicious sounding favorite holiday drinks! YUMM! I'll be whipping up some holiday mixes this year, including homemade cocoa, friendship tea, and maybe one other yet to be decided on. I'll be sure to share, when the time comes.
As I mentioned I might, I decided to add a few additional goodies to the package. Included with the complete Christmas Page Kit is a sheet of Melissa Frances winter themed designer stickers, three Memory Box wood mounted stamps (a cute vintage santa, tree, and snowy hillside), a packet of Memory Box mini pearls, a packet of SEI Pearl Brads, and some vintage buttons from my stash.
Today's winner is Mel!
Mel says:
"My fave drink is a splash of Crown Royal in hot chocolate. HA! I always read your entire post. Your blog really starts my days out right. Hugs."
That sounds like a "put hair on your chest" kind of drink to me, Mel! Crown Royal!? You're more woman than me! I'll stick to Dad's Huckleberry Bounce! *grin!* Get in touch with me Mel, and I'll get your package of goodies out right away!
PSA: This giveaway was not sponsored by Melissa Frances, Memory Box, or SEI. I offered these items direct from my "stash"...
Ah,...Huckleberry bounce... A "cordial" pardon the spelling. It is made with "Shine" or "Everclear" Vodka can be used if you must but use the "high Test" stuff. 1 cup of berries, I prefer huckleberries that have been "frosted" but do realize that many cant be so picky. Blueberries, raspberries or any berries that you may have even Elderberries (extra sugar). 1 cup of sugar get a larger bottle for this as it makes a more consistent batch. One "fifth" of the hooch combine with the sugar and fruit and mix well desolving the sugar, it is not necessary to crush the fruit. Pour the mix into the bigger jug and let it "work for 30 days or so then strain through a seive lined with fine cloth to catch the seeds and pulp which will soften and fall apart,I shake it once in a while before straining. Place the finished product into bottles for "presentation". Shine or Everclear is usually 190 proof this is a sippin' drink! Warning..... This has been known to lower inhibitions and can lead to the "arrival" of "unexpected children".........wanted or not...Love, Dad
Posted by: DK Wight | October 22, 2010 at 09:42 PM
I've missed a couple days!! I was shoebox swapping with some local crafty gals (7 of us) and we did a Christmas theme. Inspired by a cute place card idea from that swap, I've been busy with my Sizzix Primitive Stars!!! Have you started with yours?!!
Holiday Drinks--mmmmmm! My fave is drinking the apple cider we have pressed from our tree, cold and "straight up"!! We freeze it and pull it out as we need it. At Christmas I love warming it up with some mulling spice. Congrats to Mel, but that'd blow off my boots!! Anna, I woke up to a big puffy winter wonderland this morning. It didn't stay because the ground is still too warm, but I couldn't believe it had snowed enough to accumulate so much!!
Posted by: Michele Ghent | October 22, 2010 at 07:17 PM
One more comment - had to go back & read all the fave winter drinks. What fun, love your Dad's & the "cousin Eddies." Must tell my husband, he will love both, but it's hard to get a hold of Huckleberries where we live. Now I'm thirsty for a good eggnog & brandy! But will have to wait until after work.
Posted by: Troy Louise | October 22, 2010 at 12:46 PM
Congrats to Mel! That sounds like a great way to wind down the day, but I would need to purchase some Crown Royal. Happy Weekend to everyone.
Posted by: Troy Louise | October 22, 2010 at 12:32 PM
Like Mel, I read every word, just not soon enough to get in on the last one by a whopping 10 minutes! Would like your Dad's recipe, too! What a cool name. Huckleberry bounce!
Posted by: kathynruss | October 22, 2010 at 06:58 AM
Anna, I would love to know your hot choc recipe. I've been trying to find the best one and we haven't yet.
Posted by: Debbie Fisher | October 22, 2010 at 06:40 AM
Congrats Mel ... I want to see one of your projects after you have enjoyed your Crown Royal and Hot Chocolate!
Posted by: bonnie weiss | October 22, 2010 at 04:32 AM
THANK YOU! THANK YOU!! This calls for a BIG splash of Crown Royal. HAHAHA!!!
Posted by: Mel | October 21, 2010 at 07:33 PM
Congrats, Mel!
Anna, what the heck is huckleberry bounce?
Posted by: Anette Eakins | October 21, 2010 at 07:16 PM
Congrats Mel, you are one lucky girl!
Have a fun Friday all, hugs...
Posted by: Carol Dee | October 21, 2010 at 05:44 PM
Congrats to Mel!!
I tried your craft ink painting technique. Turned out well. Posted the cards to show up on my blog this Saturday.
Tell me what you think!
Posted by: Janine | October 21, 2010 at 04:51 PM