Debbie’s Blog
Thanksgiving Day
What are you most thankful for this year? As with every year I have felt God’s blessings upon my life in numerous ways but none more so than with the medical issues Wayne, my husband, went through these last several Read more
27 New Books to Get You in the Holiday Spirit
‘Tis the season for new holiday books to be released, from Christmas murder mysteries to hilarious holiday stories to snowy romances. If you’re looking for a great novel to get you in the holiday spirit, check out these Christmas books Read more
10 Books to Read Over Thanksgiving Break
Some people might think Thanksgiving is all about the turkey, but bookworms know better. It’s actually the perfect time to catch up on some much-needed reading. No matter what your Thanksgiving holiday looks like, we have a book that will make Read more
Female First – Merry and Bright UK
“‘Tis the season of mistletoe, holly, hot chocolate, shopping, shopping and more shopping as we scurry from one holiday event to another. It seems we never get everything done on time. Wrapping the gifts, mailing the cards, baking the cookies. Yup Read more
Pumpkin Apple Bacon Soup
Pumpkin Apple Bacon Soup Makes 6 cups 5 slices bacon, cut into ½ inch pieces ½ cup chopped onion 1 ½ cups chopped, peeled Granny Smith apple (about 1 large) 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon ground Read more
November 2017
November’s giveaway grand prize is a Merry and Bright bundle from Target. The winner will receive a merry and bright holiday decor sign, throw pillow, mugs, and a signed copy of MERRY AND BRIGHT. 10 runners up will receive a signed paperback Read more
Remodel Update
Our office was being renovated so I spent nearly five months writing at home, which was quite the switch for me. I’m accustomed to writing with my staff and lots of activity. I have a much smaller office above our Read more
Chocolate Turtle Pops
Chocolate Turtle Apple Pops Makes 10 2 large Granny Smith Apples, washed and dried 10 Lollipop sticks 12 ounce bag semisweet chocolate chips 1 Tablespoon coconut oil 20 individually wrapped caramels, unwrapped 1 Tablespoon water ½ cup pecans, chopped Line Read more
Merry and Bright Review
Like so many readers out there, Debbie Macomber is one of my go-to authors. She never fails to charm me with her quirky but realistic characters and the positive messages she shares with her uplifting tales. To read the full Read more
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall…
I had something of a fright recently: I looked in the mirror and saw my mother’s face. It was a surprise because I always thought I looked like my father. As I leaned in closer and adjusted my glasses I Read more
Pumpkin Spice Scented Pinecones
Pumpkin Spice Scented Pinecones Paper grocery bag Pinecones Spray adhesive Pumpkin Pie Spice Cut off and discard the top half of the paper bag. Open the now-shorter bag. Set a pinecone inside, and spray the adhesive spray all over the Read more
Anne of Green Gables
Pumpkin Bread Pudding
Pumpkin Bread Pudding Serves 12-14 15 oz canned pumpkin puree 2/3 cup brown sugar 1/3 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon vanilla 1 tablespoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon ground ginger ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg ½ teaspoon ground cloves ¼ teaspoon ground allspice Read more
October 2017
This month’s giveaway grand prize is a Fall Berry Wreath from Magnolia, plus a signed copy of my newest book, MERRY AND BRIGHT. 10 runners up will receive a signed copy of MERRY AND BRIGHT. Congratulations to Our October Winners! Read more
One Piece Baby Jacket
ONE PIECE BABY JACKET Pattern: While I was away on my recent trip to the VOGUE Knitting Destination event, one of our side trips was to a beautiful shop called Cast Away & Folk, tucked away in the Historic Railroad Square Read more
Baby Pullover
Baby Pullover, by Knitting Pure & Simple www.knittingpureandsimple.com Yarn: A beautiful blend of colors from simpliworsted by HiKoo, 55% Merino Superwash/28% Acrylic/17%Nylon, www.skacelknitting.com Needles: US Size 9 Comments: I made this for my grandson, Mason, and he’s growing so quickly Read more
American Business Women’s Day
When I made the decision to become a writer I was utterly naïve to running my own business, especially when it came time for me to rent an office and hire my first assistant. I was required to make business Read more
Stuffed Pork Loin with Mustard Sauce
Stuffed Pork Loin with Mustard Sauce Serves 10-12 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature ¼ cup Dijon mustard, separated 2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary, plus 3 whole sprigs 2 tablespoons minced fresh sage 2 ½ teaspoons salt 1 ½ teaspoons Read more
September 2017
This month’s giveaway grand prize is a Fall Bundle from Target that includes 2 throw pillows, throw blanket, and candle plus a signed copy of my newest book ANY DREAM WILL DO and a signed advance copy of MERRY AND BRIGHT. 10 runners up will Read more
Breakfast with Debbie
Come celebrate the release of #1 New York Times bestselling author Debbie Macomber’s newest Christmas book, Merry and Bright, and hear Debbie share some of her life story. DATE: October 14th 9am- 11am DETAILS: Price: $49.99 – Includes breakfast, and Read more
Oscar Wilde
Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Snickerdoodles
Pumpkin White Chocolate Chip Snickerdoodles Makes 2 dozen Cookies: 1 ¾ cups flour 1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon baking powder ¼ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon allspice ¼ teaspoon ground cloves ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg ¼ teaspoon salt ½ Read more
Knotty Scarflet
PATTERN: KNOTTY SCARFLET, by Sivia Harding Knit Design, www.siviaharding.com Yarn: Suggested; Fiesta Yarns La Luz, Malabrigo Yarn Silky Merino, Mirasol Yarn Tupa Needles: Size 5 US, 3.75 mm circular needle, 24” pair of straight needles COMMENTS: This is my very first Read more
Radiance Shawlette
RADIANCE SHAWLETTE, by Tina Whitmore Yarn: Freia Worsted, hand painted, 100% wool, Color: Atlantis Needles: US Size 7, 24” circular needles Comments: This easy lace pattern triangular shawlette was quite a fun, quick knit; I absolutely love the Frei hand painted Read more