i have a shirt that i haven’t worn for a long time because it had an oil stain right on the front. for some reason, i seem to get these a lot. maybe i need to start cooking with an apron on?! here’s the stain: spread some dawn on it, let it sit and work … Continue reading
has it been a long time or what? things are settling down after summer and i have quite a few things to post about, it’s a little daunting actually. what got me to sit down and write a blog post? well, i’m watching julie and julia right now while the little boy sleeps and big … Continue reading
my sister really wanted to make torch cone-cakes “for the kids.” here’s how you do it: put the cones right side up in the cupcake tin (careful they are tippy – my brother-in-law wasn’t careful and dropped a few on the ground when we were carrying them out. we had to scrape off the frosting … Continue reading
we needed a cake for the olympic birthday party and found this super cute swimming pool cake that was just perfect! its detailed but each piece is simple! we are all about candy on our cakes in this family so there was little to think about when we saw the pin! look how cute (my … Continue reading
for my sister’s birthday, we had an olympic party! at first, the games were just for the kids but most of the adults joined in the competitions as well! this is the first of a few posts from the olympic party! the decorations we covered foam wreaths with crepe paper to make the olympic rings. … Continue reading
painting terra cot pot is no novel idea, but when i saw this picture on pinterest i was inspired. i loved the neon colors as well as the pot within a pot within a pot look. i gave it a try and think they turned out great! TIP: on my honor’s tutorial included taping the … Continue reading
get in my belly! these oreo truffles are to.die.for. i’m sure you’ve seen these on pinterest and i think almost every blog that gives dessert recipes has the same recipe! so here it is: (who knows who invented it!) 1 package of oreos 8oz package of cream cheese melting chocolate (white or dark) mash the … Continue reading
to be honest, i’m not sure why i decided to try this pin. i think it just sounded interesting to wash something using dryer sheets and dawn dish soap. i was so shocked by how well it worked! i didn’t capture before and after pictures. the picture above is after. go take a look at … Continue reading
remember when i tested different ways to remove the labels from bottles? as i mentioned, i’ve been really loving using bottles as decor lately and pinterest has been a great source for inspiration. these chalkboard wine bottles were one of the first pictures that really inspired me. ruthi auda used the wine bottles as signs. … Continue reading
i like pancakes but never get to eat them because my husband doesn’t like to eat breakfast food. this is actually a really great thing for someone in my shoes or to serve a large group so you aren’t hanging out over the stove all morning. one more idea: put a pancake square in your … Continue reading
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