The Sale Continues at Traditions.....

I love this photo...kind of a beautiful, unorganized mess.....kind of like the days following Christmas....

I thought I would show you some of the great savings at the store this week. Along with all of the Christmas merchandise (50% off), we have some amazing savings on our regular merchandise also... This storage bench/coat rack is on sale...along with

This comfy swivel chair...it is 1/2 off, less another 10%!

Black round table 20% off...now $959.00.

Set of 4 caned chairs...1/2 off, now $149.00 each.

This beautiful hand painted "toile" console is now 30% off...only $1256.00

Black chest of drawers, at home in any room, now 20% off..

Hmmm.. didn't mark this one in my notes...but it is at least 30% off!

Swivel chair, great size for small areas, but sits "big", is now 25% off.

This really durable washed oak table is now $999.00!

Super comfy brown ikat swivel chair is greatly reduced..

Classic black lighted cabinet is now 1/2 off!

The wood on this half round table is beautiful..now 20% off. (Notice the sign on the table...I got that one with my husband in mind!)

Adorable French inspired side chest is now only $225!

Another swivel chair in fun fabric to brighten a room...1/2 off...now $625.00.

Lee Industries slip covered sofa now 30% off!

And this amazing breakfront...glass shelves, lighted interior, gold leaf interior, the original price was $2999.00. Now it is 60% off! A screaming deal at $1199.00!

You have to see this chest of drawers to appreciate it....It is made of a metal material, then painted, and each drawer is painted with numbers. It is now 30% off...a mere $671.00 for a piece that no one else will have!

So take advantage of the great weather that we are having and take a ride over to Traditions...we would love to see you. Take care, Sue

Merry Christmas....and a Wonderful After Christmas Sale!!

Merry Christmas from all of the "girls" at Traditions

We will be open on Sunday, December 26th, from 12-5, all Christmas is 50% off......Everything in the store is 10-50% off!! Sale last through December 31st.

Sid Dickens Memory Blocks Have Arrived....

Just in!! 64 Sid Dickens Memory blocks.....just waiting for you!

This is the largest selection that we have ever had...they are going fast, so give us a call to reserve your favorite.

We also have quite a few of the retired blocks....so stop in today!

Got to go...a huge truck just pulled up with lots of new furniture pieces....we are still getting in new merchandise every day....

Take care, Sue

Perfect Christmas Appetizer.....

I found this quick and easy recipe from Pillsbury last Christmas. You can make these little appetizers ahead and freeze them...just pop them in the oven to reheat them when your guests arrive! Before we get started...I just wanted to let you know that you can ball up the "scraps" of pie dough and roll it back out to make another 12 appetizers..so add an extra egg , and another 1/4 cup of milk to stretch the recipe to make 36 appetizers instead of 24!!

Mini Swiss Quiches
Nutmeg subtly rounds out the flavor in these tiny green onion and cheese quiches.
Prep time: 25 minutes
Makes: 24 quiches (36 if you stretch it!)

Ingredients:
1 box (15oz) Pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts, softened as directed on box
1 1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese (6 oz)
2 tablespoons sliced green onions (2 medium)
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash ground nutmeg

Directions:
1. Heat oven to 375 F. Spray 24 (36) mini muffin cups with cooking spray.
2. Remove pie crusts from pouches; place flat on cutting board or pastry cloth. With 2 1/2"
round cutter ( I used the rim of a juice glass), cut 12 rounds from each crust. (Then
ball scraps up and roll out to cut another 12.) Press 1 pie crust round into bottom and up
sides of each muffin cup.
3. Place 1 tablespoon cheese in each cup. Top each with a few onion slices and pimiento
pieces. In 2 cup measuring cup, beat eggs, milk, salt, and nutmeg with fork until well
blended. Pour mixture into crusts, filling to within 1/4 inch of top.
4. Bake 25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool 2 minutes. With tip of knife, lift quiches
from cups. Serve warm.

You may freeze the quiches in a baking pan. Cover the pan tightly. Reheat at 350 for 10 minutes.

Very easy and so yummy! That's it for today! So much to do and so little time!
Take care, Sue

Some Favorites at the Shop.......

I am sure you have noticed that lanterns are a huge decorating accessory right now. The beauty of the lantern is that it can be used year round! Add one of our amazing battery operated candles...a few sprigs of evergreens...an old page from a book, or a Christmas card...and you have instant Christmas!

We have lanterns in all shapes, sizes, and colors.

You can even hang the lanterns on the wall...for an interesting display cabinet.

Or...fill it with all natural elements...

Real candles may be used in the lanterns that have a metal roof and air vents. Wouldn't this look lovely on your front porch to welcome your guests?

Another favorite is the Bayberry candle. We have them in tapers, votives and two sizes of pillars.

These decorated chocolate bars would be a fun stocking stuffer, hostess gift, or a small gift for a friend.....

"Old looking" mercury glass jugs wrapped in wire mesh are so interesting...

And if you like the jugs...you will love the lamps ...they come in three sizes!

We also have lots of mercury glass candlesticks in varying sizes. They will add a sparkle to your holiday table... and can be used throughout the year...

How about a unique clock made from vintage cameras...for that photography buff...

Try to stop by the shop soon...we are still receiving new items every day..so don't miss out on the "perfect something" for the special person on your list!! Take care, Sue

Outdoor Decorating...Naturally

I came across these wonderful DIY ideas the other day....all of the photos are from the blog www.5thandstate.com .

Check out her post to get tips on outdoor containers for the winter...

An amazing mix of natural materials is used. If you have any artificial outdoor decorations that you are currently using.....why not just add some natural branches and boughs to the arrangement to fill it out.....

One year we dipped fresh apples in clear floor wax to preserve them. We drove a small wooden dowel into the apples and added them to the outdoor arrangement.

Simple, yet elegant. We have the large pine cones at the shop if you can't find any....

I guess I had better stop dreaming about the possibilities and get to work decorating my home.

Talk to you soon. Take care, Sue