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Hi friend, When each of my children left for college, I made them a recipe file. Not a store-bought cookbook. Not a printed list from the internet. A collection of the meals they grew up with, the ones they'd always ask for, the ones that meant home. I wrote down Grandpa's pancakes, even though they aren't really pancakes at all. They're crepes. But we never called them that, and the name is half the recipe. I included Yellow Dinner (chicken, Rice-a-Roni, corn, and crescent rolls) everything...
Hello friends, The world’s been a little much lately, hasn’t it? So I’m leaning into the small things that still feel good — writing a note, sharing a meal, saying thank you just because. November feels like the perfect time to celebrate those quiet moments of gratitude that happen around kitchen tables and in mailboxes. You might notice something new: Wonderfolds has become Folded Memories. Turns out Hallmark already had a line by that name (because of course they did). After a small...
Hello friends, Fall has always been my favorite time of year. Midwest born and bred, I can’t resist the crunch of leaves underfoot, that soft golden light, and those cool mornings that call for a Pumpkin Spice Latte instead of a second cup of coffee. It’s also my birthday month — which feels like the perfect excuse to celebrate with a few thoughtful treats for you. Before we dive in, a quick note: you might see my emails coming from a new address → hello@francessimonedesign.com. Please add it...