I had asked Joshua, after his engagement, if he'd like to have some of the recipes that he has grown up with over the years. When he said yes, and named some particular dishes he loved, I decided to create a recipe book in the "scrapbooking" style.
For the cover, I recreated the bride and groom...I won't even discuss how long it took to create the "wedding clothes"....including the sporan!
I then went back through all of my recipes and copied the ones that Josh has always loved.
I did some on the computer and many by hand. I tried to stay with the colors of their kitchen which are black and white with a touch of red.
The recipes weren't just from me but also from aunts, uncles, grandmas, grandpas, and many good friends. Sprinkled liberally throughout the book were wonderful messages about marriage, reminders of their wedding and the oft repeated reminder to "kiss the cook".
There had to be a page for their dog.....I wonder if Tifa will like homemade dog biscuits?
I was really excited when I realized that I had a recipe card written by Josh's Scottish Grandmother! I placed the card in a little pocket to be cherished and also reprinted it on the same page for ease of use.
Destinations.....
Josh and Amanda loved the book...I hope it brings many years of picnics, candlelight dinners and wonderful memories.
Blessings,
What a nice job you did there. I bet that felt great to give.
ReplyDeleteWhat great gifts! Josiah did a great job on the signs - they're beautiful! And the cookbook/scrapbook is really neat - what a special thing to have! Great memories AND great recipes - I'm sure they'll treasure it. Good job!
ReplyDeleteThat's about the nicest recipe book I have ever seen. Beautiful job, Cheri. Filled with love and memories.
ReplyDelete~Faith