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‘Twas the Night before Christmas….

December 24, 2011 By A Spoonful of Sugar - 18 Comments

 
 
 
Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care.
In hopes that St Nicholas soon would be there.
The carols are playing, the presents are wrapped, the food is prepared, and the table is set. We are all eagerly anticipating Christmas tomorrow. After a busy week – we are looking forward to a week at home with family to celebrate another wonderful Christmas.
We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families, peace, joy and happiness this Christmas. We really appreciate you visiting A Spoonful of Sugar during the year, giving us so much support and leaving such wonderful comments and emails. Thank you for following our sewing, baking, quilting, and crafting journey. We look forward to sharing more with you in 2012 – we have loads of projects, tutorials, and ideas planned.
Hope your Christmas is Merry and Bright and filled, with family, friends, and laughter. Believe in the Magic…
 

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  1. two hippos says

    December 24, 2011 at 5:29 am

    Wishing you and your family a very Merry Christmas and wonderful 2012!

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  2. Simone de Klerk says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:05 am

    Happy Christmas and Happy Celebrations! xo

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  3. Mela! says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:27 am

    Wishing you a Merry Christmas today!! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Stephanie says

    December 24, 2011 at 6:34 am

    Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas. Looking forward to all of the handmade goodness you have to share in 2012.

    Reply
  5. Sara says

    December 24, 2011 at 7:30 am

    The fireplace is delightfully cheerful and I adore the trees over the wine glasses:)

    Merry Christmas!!

    Reply
  6. Jopsy says

    December 24, 2011 at 11:15 am

    merry christmas from dartmoor, england x

    Reply
  7. pasqueflower says

    December 24, 2011 at 1:13 pm

    Love, love, love the JOY banner and your table setting. Merry Christmas!

    Reply
  8. Patchwork and Play says

    December 24, 2011 at 1:40 pm

    Merry Christmas to you and yours! Make wonderful new memories with your family and friends!

    Reply
  9. Nat @ dear little house says

    December 24, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Merry Christmas to you and yours 🙂

    Reply
  10. Anonymous says

    December 24, 2011 at 9:18 pm

    FELIZ NATAL E ANO NOVO CHEIO DE SAÚDE E PROSPERIDADE,PARA VOCÊS E SEUS FAMILIARES,E QUE JESUS CONTINUE A ABENÇOAR.AMÉM?

    Reply
  11. yuli-prezent says

    December 24, 2011 at 11:39 pm

    Merry Christmas!!! Let’s all the wishes come true!

    Reply
  12. Marisa says

    December 25, 2011 at 2:57 am

    Muchas felicidades y un mejor año nuevo.

    Reply
  13. Heleen Groot says

    December 25, 2011 at 3:36 am

    Merry Christmas to you and all your loved ones! Thank you for those powerfull last words! I’ll be believing in the magic of this special day!

    Reply
  14. Bela says

    December 25, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    We can see beauty in each little detail, dear Lisa!
    Fantastic!!
    Much love to you all!!!
    Bela

    Reply
  15. Sofies Haus says

    December 25, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    Beautiful pics, beautiful blog and great inspirations, I love ruche too, hughs Anja

    Reply
  16. Sew Useful Designs says

    December 26, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    Seasons greetings to you and your beautiful family, Lisa! To both you and Sarah – THANK YOU – for your inspiration, your generosity in sharing your ideas, tutorials, and your lives with us here in blogland. It’s always such a pleasure to visit…

    Warm wishes!!! Vikki xoxo

    Reply
  17. Nell says

    December 27, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    I love that Merry and Bright print in the aqua frame. Did you make it?

    Reply
  18. Fiona @ Dragonfly-Crafts says

    January 5, 2012 at 12:53 am

    Loved the Aqua and Red all through your blog 🙂

    Reply

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