Dear Sun Spots: Thanks for all the good you do. I always read your column even if I do not have time to read the rest of the newspaper.

Many years ago I belonged to the University of Maine Women of Extension. I learned valuable information. I have lost my directions for something and was wondering if another Extension member has them or if the Extension office might. Using Christmas cards a small house was built tied together with yarn at corners made with a paper punch. The roof was left open on one side to open and close allowing candy or homemade goodies to be placed inside. This was a small house no bigger that 6-by-3 inches, I think.

Thanks for your help. My address is 35 Fairview Drive, Lisbon ME 04250. – Joanne Giard, Lisbon.

Dear Sun Spots: A short time ago there was a recipe for a pie crust in which cornstarch was an ingredient. My paper was disposed of before I could copy it. Any chance of getting it again? – A Monmouth Pie Maker.

Answer: Sun Spots believes you may mean the recipe published Nov. 26, 2003, and featuring Linda and Rick Woodward of Albany Township:

Cranberry apple pie – (one double crust pie). Ingredients: 4 cups apples, peeled and sliced, 1¼ cups fresh cranberries, 1¼ cups sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, pastry for a double crust, 9-inch pie, 1 tablespoon butter or margarine, Method: In a mixing bowl, combine the apples, cranberries, sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice and cinnamon. Line a 9-inch pie plate with half the rolled-out crust. Spoon in the filling, dot with butter, then cover with the remaining half of the crust. Seal crust edges, poke holes or cut slits on the top crust to allow steam to escape. Bake in a preheated 400 degree oven for 40 to 50 minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned. When pickers come to the Woodward’s cranberry farm, not only do they have a chance to pick these tart, zingy berries, but they also receive a free sample of Rick and Linda’s cranberry nut squares, baked fresh each day.

Dear Sun Spots: I want to let everyone know the Lewiston Middle School sewing teacher has all the fabric she needs. I would like to thank all the generous people who went out of their way to help my program. The students are having a great time making the pillows and the quilts are starting to come together, too. Thank you all so much! – Annette Caldwell, Lewiston.

Dear Sun Spots: In response to Pat Northrop’s (of Oquossoc) request Oct. 14: Log Cabin Craftworks, 31 Main St., Dixfield, carries Marian Heath greeting cards. She may reach us by phone at (207) 562-8816 if she has further questions. Thank you. – Norine Clarke, Dixfield.

Dear Sun Spots: The YWCA of Central Maine is looking for crafters to participate in the fourth annual Let It Snow Craft and Gift Fair on Saturday, Nov. 20, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at their East Avenue facility. Table rental fees are $20 each or 2 tables for $35. Set-up will begin at 7 a.m. Nov. 20. For more information, please contact Kim Finnerty at the YWCA (207) 795-4050 ext. 112 or by e-mail [email protected]. – Kim Finnerty, Lewiston.

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