Friday, January 10, 2014

A Cup of Comfort



                                                                   Hello everyone,
                            It is a beautiful sunny day here but lots of rain is in the forecast~quite a
                            change in temperature for us but we'll take it!
                             I am excited to have a new camera to play with. It is a Canon 60D and
                             I am loving it! However, I have to practice using it so I have been taking
                             lots of indoor shots.
         When I saw this cute mug I pictured it full of hot cocoa and since I have been craving it lately,why not
         enjoy it on a crisp winter day. In case you are interested, I make my hot cocoa the old fashioned way
         that my Mom used to make for us. I use a couple of heaping tablespoons of cocoa, a few cubes of
         organic brown sugar and a little water to make a paste,stir over med. heat just until boiling and then I
         add almond milk and heat until hot. Add some whipped cream and mashed candy cane for
         garnish if you like and enjoy!
           I know Christmas is over but there is still time to enjoy a 'Cup of Comfort'.
        I love these little sheep decorations that I got in Quebec City.
               Not really on the topic but I do need to practice ~ some of my Mason (Vista) dishes.

I have been busy working on a new book(Magcloud) and if you guessed Tea Time themes you are 
very clever!!! I am hoping to have it done before spring.

                                         I hope you too enjoy a 'cup of comfort' this weekend!

                                                                                                            Carolyn

                                                                                
at

30 comments:

  1. ohiofarmgirlJanuary 10, 2014 at 1:08 PM

    I am feeling the winter blues today and your post is so beautiful that I am wishing I had added red to my decor! Dianntha

    ReplyDelete
  2. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 10, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    I always enjoy a cup of hot chocolate in the afternoons, Carolyn. I love the pattern on your mug. It reminds me of a sweater.

    ReplyDelete
  3. SusanJanuary 10, 2014 at 2:40 PM

    Hi Carolyn....Your hot chocolate looks great and sounds delish.

    Congratulations on your new camera. susan

    ReplyDelete
  4. toves sammensuriumJanuary 10, 2014 at 3:19 PM

    I just love transferware,red especially!!!!!!!!! You´ve created the coziest pictures,makes me want to sit down and enjoy a nice cup of your hot chocolate:)))
    Especially now that the snow just started do fall down...maybe we´re getting some winter finally??
    Happy Weekend!
    Tove :)

    ReplyDelete
  5. Linda JenningsJanuary 10, 2014 at 3:38 PM

    Your homemade hot chocolate sounds yummy!

    ReplyDelete
  6. MadeliefJanuary 10, 2014 at 4:06 PM

    Dear Carolyn,

    Such a coincidence. I bought the same camera last week :-)! I haven't taken many photographs yet, but I am really pleased with the ones I made.

    Your post is beautiful as ever. Love the mug. Looks like a part of a knit sweater :-)

    Have a lovely weekend!

    Madelief x

    ReplyDelete
  7. Curtains in My TreeJanuary 10, 2014 at 4:22 PM

    I am loving your Mason transferware dishes.
    I collect them also or really don't look for them ,however if I run across one at an flea market it's mine then
    I am wanting a new camera also and will check out the one you purchased ,I need simple

    ReplyDelete
  8. Pamela GordonJanuary 10, 2014 at 5:03 PM

    I love you new mug and the pretty red and white star with the sheep stitched on it. Hot chocolate is perfect for this cold weather. Enjoy your new camera!

    ReplyDelete
  9. MónicaJanuary 10, 2014 at 5:06 PM

    Hi Carolyn! With these fantastic photos who would not like a cup of chocolate ... to me if! kises

    ReplyDelete
  10. JuneJanuary 10, 2014 at 8:35 PM

    These photos are stunning Carolyn!!! I love this sweet vignette you have created here. It warms me down to the bones.
    I'm so glad to read that you are going to warm up soon. You have really been having a lot of weather there.
    sending hugs...

    ReplyDelete
  11. White Lace and PromisesJanuary 10, 2014 at 8:43 PM

    What pretty pops of red and yes, I love the mug. Mine would be filled with a hot cup of french vanilla coffee.

    Your photos are great!

    Blessings,
    Bonnie

    ReplyDelete
  12. BernideenJanuary 10, 2014 at 9:25 PM

    I know you will have fun with your camera and I sure enjoy your 1st two books!

    ReplyDelete
  13. MichleJanuary 10, 2014 at 9:36 PM

    Love the cup, may I ask where you bought it?

    ReplyDelete
  14. Judith @ Lavender CottageJanuary 10, 2014 at 9:50 PM

    I'd love to update to the 60D, I have the older Canon 40D.
    I drink a fair bit of hot chocolate over winter but it comes out of a canister from the grocery store.

    ReplyDelete
  15. KarineJanuary 10, 2014 at 11:06 PM

    Everything is so precious and so cozy too! Great Job Mrs. Aiken!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Wedding gardens in IndoreJanuary 11, 2014 at 6:45 AM

    Enormous information in one blog post, I just love it. I must appreciate and mention that you completely know how to keep connected reader to blog post even if it is little long. Very good job.

    ReplyDelete
  17. http://handmadebytereez.blogspot.cz/January 11, 2014 at 9:03 AM

    Super! Lovely your blog!

    ReplyDelete
  18. http://jackieinsurrey.blogspot.co.uk/January 11, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    I bought the book "a cup of comfort" a couple of years ago after I saw you mention on your blog. Great photographs, love hot chocolate!! Have a great weekend, keep warm and safe. Looking forward to lots more blogs and your photographs!!

    ReplyDelete
  19. dizzyizzyJanuary 11, 2014 at 1:17 PM

    That "Sweater" Mug is so cute! Love it! The red and white is so bright and cheerful with all the snow.

    ReplyDelete
  20. MelJanuary 11, 2014 at 5:19 PM

    I have a small business selling tea, and I have been really enjoying all of your tea time photos. I love your style!

    ReplyDelete
  21. Deborah MontgomeryJanuary 11, 2014 at 9:59 PM

    Love homemade hot chocolate -- so warm and comforting. I've seen knitted covers for mugs, but I just picture them with tea or cocoa stains -- so your mug solves that problem!

    ReplyDelete
  22. Victorian1885January 11, 2014 at 11:25 PM

    I love the red & whites you are sharing! Enjoy your new camera Carolyn.

    Wanda

    ReplyDelete
  23. UnknownJanuary 12, 2014 at 6:00 AM

    E' sempre gradita a cup of comfort,trovo tutto molto bello e raffinato,complimenti!
    Z&C

    ReplyDelete
  24. angelsanddragonfliescraftsJanuary 12, 2014 at 8:32 AM

    Your photos are beautiful... very festive! I like the red/white colour scheme. I think the Canon D60 is the newest of that set of cameras. I have a Canon D20, although it is old it takes decent photos. I know it took a while to get used to this kind of camera. I think you got it handeled. :)

    ReplyDelete
  25. VictoriaJanuary 12, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    A new camera is such fun, and with your eye it will mean fun for so many! I love your mug! Where did you find it? Blessings for the New Year!

    ReplyDelete
  26. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    Your photos are lovely!!!!!!
    I love the red and white stile and your beatiful homes and your garden.
    Sweden
    Ostergotland

    ReplyDelete
  27. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2014 at 2:31 PM

    Your photos are lovely!!!!!!
    I love the red and white stile and your beatiful homes and your garden.
    Sweden
    Ostergotland

    ReplyDelete
  28. JulieJanuary 12, 2014 at 4:36 PM

    Love your pictures! Is that one of the mugs from Superstore? I got the jug from there. J

    ReplyDelete
  29. CarolynJanuary 12, 2014 at 9:26 PM

    The mug came from the superstore here in town ~ on clearance for only $1.44

    Thank you for all your lovely comments.

    Carolyn

    ReplyDelete
  30. Miki WadeJanuary 23, 2014 at 3:10 AM

    I'm so amazed by your beautiful embossed white teapots. Where on earth do you find such beauties?

    ReplyDelete

Thank you for all your sweet comments and may your day be filled with joy!

Carolyn