A Christmas Soiree!
If you are looking for an interesting way to get people together for an old-fashioned Christmas Party, how about a Victorian Tea Social?

....Plus, More Country Christmas!
Guest Writer Janie Burton shares her stories of Christmas in the mountains of Virginia.

Great Christmas Gifts!
Tired of the insane city shopping? Looking for quality gift items? Handcrafted, made with pride--and unique-- our FARMGIRL entrepreneurs offer a NEW way for you to shop!

Winter Wool Workshop!
Don't be afraid of the wild woolies! Rhian Ellis simplifies the art of spinning yarn!

Kitchenworks: Tea Time Recipes:
A recipe compendium to our Victorian Tea Social article. Tasty and elegant treats from yesteryear!

Happy Holidays and Welcome to our December Issue!

This month has always had special meaning to us. We know what it's like to gather 'round with your family, cook great food, make homespun gifts, and tell great stories!

We also know how hectic the holidays are in the city, and we encourage you to SLOW down from running to the endless malls, high-end stores, and through endless crowds, and relax and RECONNECT with yourself, and others!

THIS EDITION is chock FULL of great stories of Christmas past and present--looking for a unique alternate Christmas party? how about a Victorian Tea get together? Enjoy great recipes for old-fashioned sweets and cookies in our KitchenWorks section!

And if you're looking for Christmas gifts (or gifts for any occasion) meet some great entrepreneurs who offer a different approach to the mass produced mania: our "farmgirl franchises" offer quality, slow made items that you won't find anywhere else.

Plus, much more! AND our STORE IS NOW OPEN ! See the enchanted world of Pumpkin Patch Parlor!

Cheers, and many blessings this holiday season!
Zan