November 9, 2003 - The Boston Globe

November 9, 2003

Lemon-sugar refrigerator cookies make a sweet, welcome, and practical gift. (Photo / Jim Scherer)

		Pilgrim's Progress Skip the turkey and stuffing. Throw a Thanksgiving party with flair, not fuss. (By Cheryl and Jeffrey Katz)				All-Around Nature When it comes to wreaths, think outside the evergreens. (By Lynda Sutton and Jill Connors) Weekend Wreaths

		Bright Ideas Everything -- buckets, old glasses, wire screening -- looks better with candlelight. (By Gregor Cann and Brett Chatelain)				Ornament Express To create your own shiny baubles for the tree, just look around the house. (By Charles and Sandy Coleman)

Departments

Encounter

Colonial Impersonator
Playing the role of a Pilgrim at Plimoth Plantation is one thing; supervising 30 fellow "interpreters" is quite another. (By Mark Pothier, Globe Staff)

In Person

Pride of Place
Everyone believes that his or her kitchen is special, because no matter what it looks like, it's the heart of the home. (By Linda Matchan, Globe Staff)

Currents

You and Improved
Do the TV makeover shows that offer countless ways to renovate have a formula for contentment? (By Matthew Gilbert, Globe Staff)

Letters

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Features

In the End
Floor tiles that are beautifully dramatic and practical, too. (By John Budris)

Space-Age Cool
From NASA comes energy-saving window upgrades. (By John Budris)

Taking Sides
Cement-based siding offers a low-maintenance alternative. (By John Budris)

Comfort Zone
When you're decking the halls, it's OK to be sentimental. (By Doreen Iudica Vigue)

Open House
The Sargent House Museum offers a glimpse of yesteryear. (By JoeAnn Hart)

Books
Havens for both armchair and hands-on woodworkers.

Hanukkah
Helping children celebrate the Festival of Lights through art. (By Jessica Brilliant Keener)

Mill Shops
A little corner of Framingham finds a whole new groove. (By Cate Coulacos Prato)

The Burbs
Trimmings can't compete with bright childhood memories. (By Doreen Iudica Vigue)

For Our Best Friends
Gifts for the nonhumans (and their owners) on your list. (By Cate Coulacos Prato)

Food
Homemade cookies are the gift everybody loves to eat. (By Sheryl Julian and Julie Riven)

Pilgrim's Progress

All-Around Nature

Bright Ideas

Ornament Express