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Rhubarb Desserts and Kid's PartyThursday, Aug 23, 2007

rhubarb desserts; Fancy Nancy author Jane O'Connor; kids' party ideas; no-sew girls' pocketbooks

rhubarb desserts; Fancy Nancy author Jane O'Connor; kids' party ideas; no-sew girls' pocketbooks

On Today's Show

Cooking with Alexa Vega
Actress Alexa Vega was born in Miami and moved to California when she was 4. She is best known for portraying Carmen Cortez in the "Spy Kids" trilogy, as well as for a variety of television and film appearances. Alexa made her Broadway debut in the musical "Hairspray" in the role of Penny Pingleton. Today, she joins Martha to make two delicious desserts: Baked Rhubarb and Rhubarb Galette.

Fancy Kids' Party Ideas with Author Jane O'Connor
Jane O'Connor is the author of several children's books, including "Benny's Big Bubble," "Dear Tooth Fairy," and "Fancy Nancy." Today, Jane is here to promote her latest book, "Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy," share some creative ideas for transforming a plain children's party into a Fancy Party, and make No-Sew Pocketbooks.

"Fancy Nancy" Books
Special thanks to HarperCollins Children's Books for providing copies of Jane O'Connor's latest book, "Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy," to our audience. Find out more about this and other titles by Jane at harpercollinschildrens.com. Purchase "Fancy Nancy and the Posh Puppy," at Martha's Online Store. Special thanks to FAO Schwarz for providing stuffed dogs for the segments, Danskin for providing the ballet attire, and Capezio for providing the ballet slippers.

No-Sew Pocketbook Materials
The wool felt is available at magiccabin.com. Fabri-Tac glue can be found at beaconadhesives.com. Purchase the hand punch at fiskars.com.

Acorn Farms
Special thanks to George Bridge of Acorn Farm. Learn more about Acorn Farm at oldplants.com or email George at gbridgedesign@aol.com.

Punk's Self-Service Store
1010 Nathalie Road
Nathalie, Virginia 24577-3567
Phone: 434-349-3317

Candy in the Studio
Special thanks to Hershey's and Jelly Belly for providing the candy seen on our set. For more information, visit hersheys.com and jellybelly.com.

Levenger
Leather binders and Circa notebook system are provided by Levenger, levenger.com.