Happy Halloween!!

Have fun trick or treating tonight! Be Safe......but watch out....you never know what kind of creatures may turn up at your door!

Merck Family Old World Christmas Electric Halloween Lights

The Merck Family's Old World Christmas presents a great way to illuminate the Halloween season

This collectible lights feature ghost, scarecrows and pumpkin!


Pumpkin Man is dressed in a jaunty hat and scarf trimmed with glitter. Each intricate detail captures the essence of the season, and his delightful smile is certain to cast a spell on everyone. Old World Christmas is pleased to present this design which was created by the acclaimed artist, E. M. Merck.


These finely crafted, mouth-blown and hand-painted glass figures literally lights up your holidays! Complete with wood base and electrical cord with light bulb, the lights stands 10" tall.


Bring Halloween to light for you and your family. Start your collection today and enjoy the magical glow of a fun-filled Halloween with the Merck Family's Old World Christmas.

Dolphins! Dolphins! Dolphins!

 


Dolphins are nature's ambassadors. Dolphins seem to reverse the law of the wild, seeking humans, rather than fleeing from them. Those who encounter the playful dolphin often describe feelings of love and friendship that seem to emanate from this marine mammal. 



Playful Dolphin Old World Christmas 

Dolphin Duet Varsovia of Poland

Christmas Dolphin Old World Christmas 

The Hedgehog Just Arrived!

Many marvel at how the hedgehog can change his coat. It feels soft when he is gently held in one's hand and strokes, but he quickly turns into a prickly ball when frightened. So, the Hedgehog ornament reminds us to be kind and gentle to others and they will return the favor.

This Hedgehog is a collectible blown glass Christmas ornament made in Poland by Varsovia - authentic European mouth blown glass and hand painted.

Mississippi Magnolia

The Magnolia symbolizes nobility, perseverance and love of nature. It is the official state flower of both Mississippi and Louisiana. One of the oldest nicknames for Houston, Texas, is "the Magnolia City" due to the many Magnolias growing along Buffalo Bayou.

Shout out to Collin Gouldin - Guinness World Record Holder!

Collin Gouldin has broken a Guinness World Record for the longest drum roll by an individual! 4 Hours 10 Min and 12 Seconds!

Colin is no newcomer to breaking records. His holds the record for the most strawberries dipped in one minute. In 2008 he beat Paula Deen's record of 45 strawberries by 8 for a total of 53 strawberries dipped in chocolate. Thats about as fast as my granddaughter Maggie can eat them!

Collin is from Plano, Texas where he and his brother have a two-man band.  Thanks to Martha Gouldin for sharing her grandson's achievements!

Real Popcorn Garland!

The Original Popcorn on a String by Stephen Douglas

Popcorn garland made of REAL jumbo popcorn!

What could be a better family Christmas tradition than stringing popcorn to trim the tree! The bad thing about stringing popcorn however is....once Christmas is over, the popcorn garland is tossed in the garbage or given to the birds which is a much better option. Wouldn't it be nice to have beautiful popcorn garland that lasted for years and years))

Well Stephen Douglas has pioneered a beautiful popcorn garland that will do just that! Made of REAL jumbo popcorn with a special formulated coating that with proper storage, will allow you to keep your popcorn garland year after year.

This spectacular REAL popcorn garland is 12 ft in length. It has gold colored hooks on the ends for hanging. This Popcorn on a String also comes in a Berry form. It is non-edible and for interior decoration only.

Woody Wagon

A Woody is a car trimmed with portions of wood on the body. The Woody Wagon became popular with California surfers in the 50’s and 60’s since they were large enough to carry lots of friends and surfboards. The Subjects of movies and pop sons, both the surfing sub-culture and the Woody Wagon became legendary.

Varsovia!

New shipment of Varsovia ornaments coming in this week. I'm very excited, this shipment will contain several new styles for us.

Each and every Varsovia ornament is mouth blown and hand-decorated in Poland. The Varsovia Collection is made by hand by master craftsmen in Poland, where the tradition of glass blowing reaches back a millennium and the art of decoration is passed down from generation to generation. These exquisite works of art are created from the finest glass and painstakingly decorated with the best paints and glitters available on the market.

 Once the shipment arrives and I get photographs done, they'll be posted to the websites so check back with us soon for new Varsovia ornaments!

Sinamay Ribbon

Can't have a party without ribbon!

Wide (21" x 10 yds) mesh netting style Sinamay ribbon in all sorts of party colors! You don't even have to know how to tie a bow to use this ribbon! Just. bunch up, swirl, or drape, to make fabulous splashes of color!

Colors now in stock! Purple, White, Brown, Baby Pink, Baby Blue, Orange, Yellow, Crimson Red, Spring Green, Red, Black and Gold, White and Gold, Red and White Stripe.

Sneak Peak!

Great new collection from RAZ coming out this Spring - Happy Days! Beautiful, whimsical fun party decorations that you can use over and over!

Party hats made of paper mache to decorate your table.



Colorful boxes, balloons, signs, even a Birthday Cake and cake place cards!

New curly streamers and ball picks for your party decorating. View the entire line we'll have available at Trendy Tree!

Hotty Toddy!

Game day! Ole Miss vs Alabama Crimson Tide....at Ole Miss today......in the rain(((

Chocolate Cobbler

This is a great, simple dessert recipe your family will love! Afterall....who doesn't love chocolate!

Melt 2 Sticks of butter or margarine in a 9" x 13" baking dish

Mix together in a bowl:
1 1/2 cups of sugar
1 1/2 cups self rising flour
1 teaspoon vanilla
3/4 cups milk
Pour over the melted butter - don't stir - just drizzle over the butter

Mix together in another bowl:
1 cup of sugar
5 teaspoons of cocoa
Sprinkle over the top (do not mix or stir.....just sprinkle)

Pour 2 cups of boiling water over the top - no mixing or stirring.....just pour over the top.

Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 min.

Great served with ice cream or topped with whipped topping. Enjoy!

Give a gift of Chocolate!