http://wildish.kelly-day.com a blog by Kelly Day and Karyn Haag Thu, 26 Jan 2012 05:04:10 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en [singlepic id=1242 w=550 h=400 float=center] The cookies might look unassuming, but don't let them fool you. It's what's on the inside that counts; butter, a hint of molasses and maple, pure almond and vanilla extract, spice, and lots of crystallized ginger. I made up this recipe for an ex who ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2012/01/25/soft-crystallized-ginger-cookies/ [singlepic id=1240 w=450 h=600 float=left] Well, January has been pretty rough. I haven't been posting lately, since many unfortunate events happened so far this month. I lost a few people who were dear to me in a variety of ways. I'm ready for this month to be over, to feel like I ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2012/01/20/january-sucks-so-far-time-to-eat-cakes/ [singlepic id=1237w=400 h=550 float=left] This is a great candy to make and give as Christmas gifts, since it keeps for a month it is a great option for mailing to family and friends abroad. Try packing it in cute tins with muffin or bonbon liners. You can also stamp it with ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/12/12/old-fashioned-fudge/ [singlepic id=1225 w=450 h=640 float=left] These cookies are made with tart, frozen cranberries, not the dried and sweetened variety, which gives this cookie a  pleasant hint of tartness. This is a good way to use up leftover cranberries from thanksgiving. I wouldn't say these butter cookies lack anything without the filling. ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/10/10/cranberry-sandwich-cookies-with-almond-and-white-chocolate-filling/ [singlepic id=1224 w=600 h=450 float=center] Last night was starry. As soon as I walked outside I delightfully exclaimed "Woah, stars!" . The skies seemed unsually clear here over Halifax, Nova Scotia. Often times it clouds over as the day cools down here on the coast, but last night was just dreamy. ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/09/18/starry-night/ [singlepic id=1220 w=500 h=600 float=center] Here I am at my computer listening to tunes and looking at some images that were on my camera from Saturday. I was on my way to have sushi with some friends when I spotted this Rainbow over Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Rainbows are pretty, and therefore ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/09/13/rainbows-and-japanese-pop/ [singlepic id=1206 w=450 h=600 float=left]Roses blooming in my garden inspired me to make a new design series of rose inspired textile pins and pendants. I use colour fast, high quality cotton DMC embroidery floss, glass beads and freshwater pearls or gems to make these dainty, handmade accessories. [singlepic id=1208 ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/09/05/rose-garden/ [singlepic id=1217 w=450 h=500 float=left] Lately I've been making a lot of doughnuts, this batch turned better than the last, and I am hoping to perfect my doughnut recipe soon. Then I'll share it with the world. As a matter of fact there may be a cookbook in the works. ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/09/01/nuts-for-doughnuts/ [singlepic id=1210 w=450 h=600 float=left][singlepic id=1209 w=300 h=400 float=] I am currently enjoying the process of making doughnuts.For my most recent attempt I used this recipe, but omited the shortening and used unsalted butter instead. I dislike the flavour of shortening, personally. I whipped up these cinnamon sugar beauties last night and ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/08/25/cinnamon-sugar-doughnuts/ [singlepic id=1190w=600 h=750 float=center] On Tuesday, my dear friend Paulette and I went for coffee at Juliens pastry shop, followed by a walk at Fleming park. It was my first time visiting the park and I thought it was lovely. There were many mossy boulders which reminded me of Japanese stone ... http://wildish.kelly-day.com/http:/wildish.kelly-day.com/2011/08/03/fleming-park/