An alphabet of gift ideas that include not only things to make and selections of home grown produce but also offers of your love, labor and energy to perform chores for special Mother's and Grandmother's. A gift of precious time that will always be welcome.
With just a little help, even the smallest child will be enthralled making some of these special gifts all year round or for unique gifts. 
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Generations have passed, and a romantic young girl's work ends up in a modern household where the art of stiff-starching has been forgotten.
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