October 30, 2009

Belles n Whistles Blog Hop

Welcome to the Official November Release for
Belles 'n Whistles
Are you excited?
I know that I am!
We are having a Blog Hop to Celebrate!

If you've stumbled upon my blog by accident
then please make sure you start back at the beginning.
Go to the Belles 'n Whistles Blog
 
and start hoping along!


If you have arrived here from Rosettes Blog,
then you are on the right track.

I can assure you that you will fully enjoy taking a look,
 at these Beautiful new Holiday Stamps
designed by Elisabeth Bell
I know that our DT has been very busy
working on some wonderful things to show you all.
So I hope that you will take the time to leave each of us a comment.

Not ONE, but TWO winners will be chosen this time around.
WHAT do you have to do for a chance to win this months
COMPLETE release???

Leave us a comment and let us know you were here.
It's that simple.

These gorgeous stamps go on sale starting Tomorrow
October 31st at the Belles 'n Whistles Store, and
will begin shipping out next week.  How exciting!

Now, with all of that being said,
I guess I can finally show you what I've created for this
fun filled event!

In sticking with our cooking theme
I thought that I would bake some cookies from scratch,
Everyone loves to have home-made cookies for the holidays
don't they?
Well, I made "Oatmeal Raisin Cookies"
but why?
Well.....
Take a look at what I've created using this
precious "Jingle Bells" image from Belles 'n Whistles.

The jar is a perfect little holiday gift for someone.
Of course it only contains the dry ingredients for these
VERY YUMMY old time favorite.

Did you see my 2 tier cookie platter?
Yes I even made that.
I should have taken a closer picture, but forgot to do it!
I used 2 different size cardboard cake trays,
and covered them with some Christmas cardstock from DCWV.
 I then glued lace around the edges, and mounted them on a pedestal
that I already had.  The lower level is raised just a bit, by using a
round cardboard gift box lid, also covered with matching paper.
It worked beautifully!

Now for the answer as to why I chose
"Oatmeal Raisin Cookies"
Do you see what that adorable little elf is feeding
that sweet little reindeer?
He's got OATS!
I used OATS!
LOL


I layered the dry ingredients in the jar in a decorative way
then decorated the jar just a little bit.
If I did it too much, the ingredients wouldn't show,
The tag and photo on the front match,
and inside the tag I have typed out
the remaining ingredients and baking instructions!

The recipe for these delicious cookies will be posted below.
But before I do that,
I thought I'd show you a closer view of the card that I made
to go along with this yummy little gift.


Once again, you see the "Jingle Bells" image is used,
along with some beautiful holiday papers from
Basic Grey's "Eskimo Kisses" pack.
Prima Flowers, some ribbon, and a whole
lot of love went into this card.
In fact, I am so in love with this card that
I don't even know if I will be able to part with it. LOL



Old Fashioned
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies



1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cup raisins
1 1/4 cup oats
1/2 cup butter

1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla

Combine all dry ingredients and then
Whip butter until light and fluffy.
Add egg and vanilla and beat until mixed.
Stir in the ingredients from this jar until well combined.
Drop 1 Tbsps of dough on a greased cookie sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes at 350 degrees F.



I hope that you have enjoyed your visit here,
now hop on over to Kathrins blog
and see what she has to show you!
I'm sure it will blow you away!

93 comments:

Dragonlady said...

Hi Lynda,

Can't believe I'm first. Stilll at least there will be plenty of your cookies left for me!!! They look delicious.
Your card is super and the image is so lovely. Thanks for the recipe.

Hugs Ali x

Jodi said...

What a wonderful set up you have Lynda! I love your card, tag and label for the jar!! All of these images are adorable! I love oatmeal raisin cookies!!
Hugs
Jodi =)

Andrea said...

So beautiful, i love the image and your set.
xAndrea

Shirley N said...

That image is so precious and your card is so cute and beautiful. I love oatmeal cookies--great choice for your project!

kris said...

Lynda that image is adroable! love all your great treats... oatmeal raisin is my FAVORITE!!! hmm, this image would be perfect on those little magic reindeer food i usually make for the kiddies... hugs, Kris

Anki said...

Underbart Lynda! Du har gjort det igen!!! Receptet måste jag bara prova snart. Kram - Anki (Well - I could not resist - you needed a Swedish lesson again ;-))

Tracey Feeger said...

How adorable. Love the elf. Very cute creation.
mwah
Trace

Kathi said...

Hi,
what a cute idea about the jar filled with the dry ingredients for the cookies.
And I think the image is very cute and it´s amazing, what you have done with it !!! :-)
xx Kathi

Sharon Mi. said...

Too cute for words! Love the elf and the reindeer and especially, the bells.

Summer... said...

Beautiful, beautiful Lynda!! I'm blown away by your creativity! LOVE the colors you've chosen too! =)

Jayne Hayward said...

Mmmmmh yummy yummy yummy oatmeal raisin cookies - my favourite so will try out your recipe asap! Love the new stamped image and your creations are fantastic.

Jayne xx

Kruemel said...

Oh Lynda, this is just adorable! I love this cutie feeding the deer and you´ve colored both of them so beautifully. And the idea of putting all the dry ingridients in a nice decorated jar is a stunning idea for a beautiful gift. You´ve outdone yourself again!

Big hugs to you!
Kathrin aka Kruemel

Annie said...

aww how cute is that little elf and reindeer! and you made such a stunning card and fabulous gift with this beautiful image.
hugs, annie x

ribenaruby said...

Fabulous gift set,loving these wonderful stamps, love the two tirered stand you made too!

Rosette said...

Oh Wowza Lynda.. they are AMA-ZING!! Lovely job,and I cant wait to ink them all up :) I just love this release (I say that everytime though!! lol :)

Yummy project, and yummy cookies hun xxx
you rock!

Vanja said...

Such an adorable image and fabulous creations!
Hugs, Vanja

Stamping Susi said...

I fall in love with the image on the blog bevor yours - but: this is unbeliveable beautifuller! So cute!

Annette Bowes said...

Just stunning, love the colours and beautiful colouring and how clever are you not only baking the cookies make the two tier cookie holder too! Thanks for the recipe, wishing you a Merry Christmas, take careX:)

Teresa said...

What a cute stamp! Love this card.

Iris Wiechmann said...

Yay Lynda you are amazingly creative!!!! You did not only make that beautiful set you made also the cookie platter!!! Gorgeous creation!!!! And I love the colors you chose for that sweet image! Your cookies look so yummy, hmmmm I just had one, thanks!!
On my way to Kathrin now :-)

Hugs to you!!!

Iris

Mira said...

What a sweet image in a beautiful card :)

Mina said...

gorgeous image and I love the tin and cookie stand...your cookies look yummy too
Mina xxx

Unknown said...

What a bunch of creative ideas. Love the card image.

My name is Wynneth said...

Your projects are so inspirational and I love all the recipes along the way on this hop :o)

These stamps are irresistable :o)

hugs
wynneth
x

Dena said...

Oh I love this one!!! Those DP are gorgeous! Thanks for the recipe! Hugs, Dena

Mieke said...

What a sweet stamp this is. Love what you've done with it! Thanks!
Hugs, Mieke

Heather Huggins said...

What a super cutie!!

Lee said...

Love your card! Mind if I CASE it? ; ) Great stamp and design. Recipe sounds yummy, too!

Jacque said...

Just darling, Lynda....such a cute presentation too!!! Beautiful card with so many darling details...Love your idea with the serving pedestal....quite clever...and the cutest idea with the cookies in a jar!!! Lovely, sweetie...Hugs...Jacque

Sharon Caudle said...

LOVE your card and cookie jar, Lynda! That image is just adorable and your card is gorgeous! What a wonderful gift set!! Thanks for the recipe and thanks for the fun! hugs!

Anonymous said...

WOWZER!!! Look at that ADORABLE image!! I love that sweet little elf holding the sack for the reindeer!! Your creations are absolutely STUNNING!! So many yummies along the way!! Having soo much fun here! Thank you!!

Simone P. said...

This is a super cute card! The image is delightful! And your cookies look yummy too! Thanks for the recipe!

Moni said...

Gorgeous image and yummy cookies! Hugs,Moni

Mary said...

Gorgeous image. The card & jar looks great! What a wonderful idea for a gift! The cookies look so yummy. Thanks for the recipe. Can't wait to go make some.

hugs
Mary

Victoria said...

hi i am here, but i do visit everyday lol

lovely card that reindeer is so cute - will be trying the cookies my two little men 2 and 3 adore cooking

hugs Vicky x

Unknown said...

Oh that's definitely a cutie <3 We raise reindeers so they are really close to my heart! Love the way you have used all the colours in your card! This is one gorgeous and funky christmas card!

Smiles from Finland,

Piia

Lauretta See said...

beautiful, beautiful, beautiful... i love your card, candle and all.. and thank you , for the cookie recipe.. i have took note of it :) hummy!!!

Theresa Dagostino Forge said...

Thanks for thr recipe!! the card is adorable and precious!

Suzan L said...

What a darling set!! The new image is so cute!! I love the idea of the cookie mix in a jar with the handmade tag!!
Hugs, Suzan

Nettie said...

Hi Lynda
Your cookies look really yummy. I love the stamp image you chose for this card. Thanks for the blog hop. Take care Nettie.x

JenRaff said...

That is so adorable! Oatmeal raisin is my favorite, too! Yummy!

kaos said...

Great set - very cute image...and the coloring is great -

thanks

Gail said...

great card! Love the colors how fun :)

LOUISE said...

Gorgeous card Lynda, love the image. The little reindder is so sweet, and coloured perfectly. Loving your cookies too, and the dry ingredients in a jar, what a lovely gift. Louise x

Serendipity Stamping said...

Gosh I have to quit sampling these delicious cookies from everyone! What little cuties - the little elf with his reindeer. Love what you have done with this stamp and embellishments.

Scuba Wife Life said...

i Love the card you made! Its beautiful!:)

HazelQ said...

Beautiful card! Thank you for sharing this recipe, I'll give it a try :)
Hugs
Hazel

Tracey Gardner said...

Some fab goodies here, I love them all
Tracey

ann marie said...

these stamp are unbelievable .and great recipes

Unknown said...

Your card is delightful and thank you for sharing your cookie recipe - yum!

hugs,
Gini

Anonymous said...

I am loving these adorable images! colored so wonderfully. and the bonus of such yummy recipes..
thanks bunches..
Hugs
Judy SCS~jaydekay

Lorraine said...

Beautiful creations! Your coloring of the stamp makes it stand out!

Stacie (craft-princess) said...

Such a cute card and yummy looking cookies!

Christine said...

Your card looks as yummy as those cookies do!!!

Blessings,
Christine

cdm317 said...

Your cards are just beautiful and I love the creativity on the platter! Very nicely done!

Alaine said...

Your idea of Oatmeal Raisin cookies to go with the image was truly wonderful. I love your coloring. Thank you for the chance to win the blog candy!

Stampin Mindy said...

OH MY! I just adore that Reindeer!!!! Beautiful card and stamp!

Crazy Creations said...

Wow is all I can say !!!!I love these stamps and you did that card great!!!!!Hugs Sarah

Heike said...

ohhhh this is the greatest stamp I know! You make a wonderful project with this card!

best wishes Mausel

Unknown said...

Awesome cration here, Lynda! The image is so CUTE! Thanks so much for the Oatmeal cookie recipe too! Yum yum!!

Marion said...

Ohh my, What a fantastic card and I love the cookie in a jar. This will be a smashing present. Colours which you used are great. Thanks for the recipe.

Deb said...

What an adorable image! Love all that I have seen so far.

Jackie Randolph said...

This stamp is adorable! What a great gift idea for our wonderful maillady who always makes sure I get my packages!

Alexandra Lundgren said...

Oh my - seriously cute!! And how talented are you to make the cake plate for the cookies?!??! Love it!!!

Tracey said...

SO cute!! Love your projects!! Gorgeous!!

Bram_fam said...

Love the image. Thanks so much for the yummy recipe! My fav. cookie.

Kathy said...

Oh my word!! This image is too cute!! I love it!! Thanks so much for the sneak peek and your creations are gorgeous!!
:)Kathy

coquine1635 said...

Love the set you create.
Love jingle bell sound.
My skirt and jewel make that sound!
Suzie

Melissa said...

What a great gift idea! Who wouldn't like to recieve ready to make cookies? Yum!

Kraftychick said...

Lynda:
What a precious image - I make Reindeer Food each year for the DGSs to put out so this stamp would make a PERFECT tag! TFS!
jackie

Diana Mancuso said...

Love the card! Too cute!

torontoteachermom@Hotmail.com

Vicky said...

What a super fun stamp, i love it!

Kelly said...

I love this image so much. Your card is gordous. Thanks

Tracy said...

Santa will love calling at your house Christmas eve with those cookies. Great card too.
Happy crafting
Tracy x

tERESA said...

reindeers what would christmas be without them, a really lovely card the children would love to receive this card oh! don't forget the adults!

Amanda said...

I love the little elf, and the reindeer is so cute!


You have done an excellent job.
Thank you
Amanda

Marianne's Craftroom said...

Gorgeous creations, including the cookies. These new stamps are so sweet. Marianne x

charlene said...

What a cute little image ! I how you picked the Oatmeal for the Oats that is just to cute !
Great holiday gift idea TFS
Hugs

megline said...

Beautiful card.
Hugs, Line

dragonlaidi said...

I can't believe we have two dragonlaidi's here. This one loves your site, it is so cute. I like everything about it. Can't believe I haven't been here befor

Tami said...

Loving these new stamps

Wiccababe said...

absolutely beautiful Lynda
another must-have stamp i think :)
Debbi
xx

Mae said...

Isn't that just the cuttest little guy. So sweet!!!

Maria Matter said...

absolutely adorable!
TFS!!
Blessings, Maria

knag said...

Great gift idea with the layered cookie dough. Darling job coloring the Jingle Bells image.

Tammi said...

A wonderful gift idea, and so clever making oatmeal cookies with that image! :) Darling stamp and beautiful job on the cookie platter!

Janelle said...

A charming stamp and a really cute gift. I think I will have to make up some layered jar cookies for gifts this year.

Mary Friederichsen said...

Just adorable! I can tell already I am going to be in trouble when I finally get to the BnW site!!LOL
And what a great project!
Thank you for sharing!

Kim. said...

Oh boy oat and raisin cookies are my all time favourite, so this would be the perfect gift for me. I love the idea of the filled jar and the card and image are just gorgeous.
Kim xXx

Beccy said...

I cant decidebetween that cute image or those tasty looking cookies.

Beccy x

Teresa said...

Such a cute project Lynda! And I do love oatmeal cookies..mmm!
Great job on the card!
hugs,T

Rhonda said...

Oh, the reindeer is so cute! All the cookies are making me hungry.

Raquel said...

This image is so stink'n cute!!! Great job!!!