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Saturday ReView: Christmas in July- Zucchini Bread Jam & Barbie Stocking Cap DIY

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Saturday ReView: Christmas in July- Zucchini Bread Jam & Barbie Stocking Cap DIY

I've always enjoyed Christmas in July. Back when it started, I remember QVC dedicating the weekend to it, but only on the years the 25th happened to fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday. Of course now, the Christmas line-up broadcasts six months a year. When I think of CIJ, two things come to mind (in addition to an extra reason for a summer party:@), canning for holiday gifts while the gardens are productive, and starting handmade items that may take a while to complete.  Canning: May I suggest one of the tastiest ways to preserve the  summer garden's most...

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