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Tutorial: Reversible Bag
Reversible Bag Have some fun fabric? Want a cute new summer or fall bag? Try this tutorial – it’s easy, just so long as you follow all the steps. I used the tutorial by very purple person, but I have a few comments, so be sure to keep reading. First, chose some fabrics that complement each other – they don’t need to be matchy-matchy, but they should look good together. Also, if one of your fabrics is flimsy, like the jersey I’m using, then pair…
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Recipe: Sprinkle Sugar Cookies
Sprinkles, sprinkles and more sprinkles. What better way to celebrate a sunny spring day than with sprinkle sugar cookies! Bulk Barn has so many different colours of sprinkles…and I love that you can mix and match any colours you like. Here’s what your’ll need – this recipe makes about 2 dozen super flat sugar cookies. Ingredients 3/4 cup of room temperature butter 1 1/2 cups of sugar 2 eggs 3 teaspoons of vanilla 1 1/2 cup of cake & pastry flour about 1 1/2 teaspoons…
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Tutorial: Snap Infinity Scarf
Snap Infinity Scarf Such a versatile look for spring and summer, especially if you use light weight fabric, like this jersey knit. This fabric is so fun – I purchased it on my trip last October to LA…heading to LA yourself – check out my tips on the fashion district!! So, this scarf is a snap infinity scarf – you’ll need a piece of fabric that is 56 inches by 56 inches, 11 no sew snaps, thread and your sewing machine or serger (or both!).…
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Easter Candy!
Easter Candy Easter is on its way – the bunny is hopping around wanting you to play! Dollar store glass containers – $1.25. Bulk Barn candy, at 50% off – $12.23. Having your husband act like a little kid because of all the treats – priceless! First, visit your local dollar store and purchase some glass vases or containers. These ones are nice, since they’re plain and can be reused for anything. Second, stop by your local Bulk Barn or even Wal*Mart and get some…
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National Puppy Day!
National Puppy Day Yes! It’s National Puppy Day! We have 2 dogs, but I’ve only experienced Miss Tiger Lily as a puppy. Bella, from what I’ve heard, was full of energy and had to grow into her big Weimaraner ears. Lily, our Great Dane, was a sleepy puppy that loved to live under the coffee table…now she won’t fit. We got her from Michigan and Delta Cargo was kind enough to fly her to Texas where we lived at the time. As a puppy, she…
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Recipe: Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Are you ready for some chocolate chip banana bread? Let’s get baking on this fine Wednesday. Who’s ready?! Chocolate Chip Banana Bread So, it’s Wednesday morning and I’m prepping crock-pot meals – not enough room in the freezer because of all the bananas. What to do? I could have made my regular banana nut muffins, but my husband has been a bit of a chocolate chip thief…sneaking a handful at a time, so why not make chocolate chip banana bread!! Start with my banana nut…
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Recipe: Deviled Eggs with Avocado, too!
Potluck idea? Party food? Green eggs? Try my Deviled Eggs – or Avocado Deviled Eggs!! The recipe for deviled eggs with avocado, too is simple, tasty and a hit with hungry bellies. Ingredients 12-15 eggs (I use free range eggs) a cup of mayonnaise 1 tablespoon of mustard an avocado 1 tablespoon of lemon juice 1/2 tablespoon of paprika 12-24 cilantro leaves salt and pepper to taste First – hard boil your eggs. I usually boil 14 or 15 eggs if I’d like 12 to…
