Dad’s Grilled Chicken

1 whole fryer chicken, quartered and skinned
1 (6-oz.) can tomato paste
1/4 c. olive or vegetable oil
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1 medium onion, minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 T. Worcestershire sauce
1 T. lemon juice
1/2 t. cayenne pepper
1/2 t. ground black pepper

Saute onions and garlic in oil for about 5 minutes, or until soft. Add remaining ingredients, except chicken, and simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature.
Place chicken quarters on grill over a medium fire, bone side down. Baste with tomato mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes; turn, and baste the other side. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes. Check fire and add about 20 pieces of charcoal if fire is too cool.
Baste again on bone side; turn, and baste on meat side. Cook an additional 15 minutes. Remove from grill and serve. �

Upscaling from old to new

Guess who called today? Sherry Watt of Handcrafted Wood Crafts! She reminded us to save her usual spot in the coat closet outside the Exhibition Hall. You never know what’s going to be pulled out of that closet. With a paintbrush in one hand and sandpaper in the other, she has a knack for adding that special charm to items that have been long forgotten. Sherry is known for her unique talent of transforming old junk into a primitive themed heirloom that will be passed on, to future generations. Her little treasure trove has customers flocking to her booth, searching for those wonderful one of a kind items that you will only find in Sherry’s closet. So be sure to stop by her booth, to see why her upscaled treasures are so sought after. 

P.S. Don’t wait too long, she sells out quickly!

Ginger Blue specializes in beautiful handmade frames and shelving with magnetic pictures that compliment most any decorating style!

Well summer finally feels like its here. Before we know it we’ll be in Sturbridge, Massachusetts for our show at the Sturbridge Host Hotel & Conference Center. I’m so excited to let everybody know that Ginger Blue (Pam and Steve Montes) of Saugerties, NY will be there with and their wonderful family. They have been doing shows with us for over 20 years. Their medium has change many times throughout the years from handmade teddy bears and dolls to metal work, florals and now interchangeable magnetic pictures. Their booth is a show favorite with many of our customers, as they love collecting their picture frames, cupboards and mantels made of wood and hand embossed metal. They have a huge selection of magnetic artwork. You will have fun browsing for just the right interchangeable magnet to decorate your home for the various seasons. Don’t worry they still carry their beautiful florals, garland and ironwork along with many other great decorative items.
 
Their daughter Stephanie has also added a really cute children’s section to the booth. In between raising her two adorable young children and helping Pam and Steve at shows, you will find her designing tutu’s, hair blossom headbands, children’s clothing and accessories. There’s a little something, something for everybody in the family.

It’s been truly amazing to watch how this family has grown over the years!

You can find their booth in the hotel lobby at the Sturbridge, MA show.

www.ginger-blue.com