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Celebrating 65 years of beautiful art and photos, and heartwarming words of joy and inspiration.

The magazine that has inspired readers for 65 years shines in this anniversary edition. Loyal readers are drawn to Ideals magazine for its celebration of life’s most treasured moments. This anniversary issue, a new installment of the much-collected Christmas volume, serves as a touching reminder of the true meaning of the Christmas holiday and special family traditions.

Heartwarming poetry and prose are joined by beautiful, full-color photographs and fine-art masterpieces. Here, beloved writer Pamela Kennedy reflects on the holiday; poet Eileen Spinelli spins a charming yuletide verse; and the story of the first Christmas, as told in the Holy Bible, is illustrated with fine art depicting the events surrounding the birth of Jesus Christ. We’ve also included some nostalgic art and text selections from years past.

As a special anniversary gift for our readers, each copy will be packaged together with Ideals Christmas Recipes, a 16-page collection of holiday recipes sure to please the palate. As the beauty of the Christmas season unfolds, readers will be eager to invite Christmas Ideals into their homes once more.

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… that exact same kind of favorite, homemade charm that doesn’t necessarily come across with a super glossy, high profile cookbook. — Baking Bites

… when it comes to quality cookie recipes, it delivers perfectly. — Slashfood

… you are sure to find something that strikes your fancy. — Moms Menu

101 Easy Peasy Cookie Recipes is a really excellent collection of cookie recipes. — Baking Delights

If you’re looking for new and innovative cookie recipes, with easy to follow directions, this cookbook is for you. — About.com Guide to Desserts / Baking

Oh my goodness, I love this cookbook. Every single cookie that I have tried out has turned out so delicious. — The Domestic Diva

The collection includes hand picked, well-tested recipes for the types of cookies people really love. — Cookie Madness

Their shared love of cooking is reflected in easy-to-follow recipes that are appropriate for even a novice baker. — Mamanista

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Written in an easy-to-follow, conversational tone, the 101 Easy Peasy Cookie Recipes cookbook contains recipes so simple that bakers of all level s will enjoy making cookie after delectable cookie.

A wide range of deliciously easy recipes are included. Cookie lovers will find everything from ultra-simple Chocolate-Covered Cherry Cookies and Chewy Chocolatey Butterscotch Bars that can be prepared without even turning on the oven to Sweet Graham Scotchies and Oranges and Cream Cookies that require no more effort than dropping spoonfuls of dough onto cookie sheets.

Recipes such as mouthwatering Root Beer Frosties and Marvelous Maple D rops are also included for when bakers are feeling a little bit more adventurous and would like to top off their creations with a scrumptiously sweet helping of frosting.

No matter which recipe you decide to try first, you can be sure that the remaining 100 will soon follow because these cookies are so delicious you simply won’t be able to resist trying them all. But that’s okay. These recipes are so easy peasy that whipping up another batch will be a snap.

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If the words “classic Christmas” make images of Christmas cactus, fruitcake, and roast turkey dance in your head, then Classic Crafts and Recipes for the Holidays will make all of your yuletide dreams come true.

Arranged in ten chapters with such names as “Cranberries,” “Nuts,” “Citrus,” “Leaves,” and “Pinecones,” this festive compendium of holiday ideas and recipes is certain to show you how to make every Christmas one to remember. In “Winter Berries,” berries are used to make wreaths, garlands, and centerpieces. In its own chapter, fruitcake has been reinterpreted so it will never run the risk of being left uneaten. “Leaves” shows how to make keepsake gifts out of embossed leaves and cards, and throughout the book there are clever packaging and wrapping ideas to suit every taste and budget.

From now on, when you think of a classic Christmas, you’ll think of Classic Crafts and Recipes for the Holidays.

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