Hello! I want to apologize for not being as good of a blog buddy recently as I'd like to be. We have a new addition to our family-- he's a sweet baby... named "Beans." And I am learning that like other babies, he needs A LOT of attention. Beans is a 8 month old rescue dog. He was discovered with his sister in an abandoned house in California. Some kind souls rescued him and brought him to Seattle where he spent some time getting medical care. He became a member … [Read more...]
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Chocolate-Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake
Chocolate–Peanut Butter Ice Cream Cake Recipe Recipe Ingredients 4 cups rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies) 6 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped 3/4 cup creamy peanut butter (not natural) 3 pints chocolate chip or other ice cream Recipe Preparation 1. Place the cereal in a large bowl. 2. In a small saucepan, combine the chocolate and peanut butter. Cook over low heat, stirring, until the chocolate melts and the mixture is smooth, about 2 minutes. 3. Add the chocolate–peanut butter mixture to the … [Read more...]
Malia’s Don’t Miss List
I've got a few "Don't Miss" items for you today. Summer seems to fly by in the blink of an eye. Get your memory keeping organized with this free summer photo checklist from Rebecca Cooper: Visit her blog Simple As That to download. Have you joined Pinterest yet? It's highly addictive creative eye candy. Michele from The Scrap Shoppe and Tammy from Not Just Paper and Glue are hostessing a Pinterest Party so all us addicts I mean enthusiasts can connect. Meet … [Read more...]
From Belt to Bracelet
A few months ago I scored a gigantic roll of woven belt material at the thrift store. It cost me $2.99. I was pretty pleased until I thought-- What the heck am I going to do with this? Make bracelets.Supplies: Woven belt material, needle and thread, fabric flowers, bracelet end pieces, jewelry clasps, jump rings, buttons, cabochons and strong adhesive like E-6000. Measure the belt material against your wrist, allowing for bracelet clasps on either side. Sew the bracelet and … [Read more...]
Guest Postage: Flamingo Toes
Hello Yesterday on Tuesday readers! I'm so excited to be here today! My name is Beverly and I blog at Flamingo Toes.I love to do sewing, home decor, and jewelry projects - with my favorite being knockoffs! I love taking an overpriced item and recreating it for a lot less. ;) So that's what I'm sharing with you today! I found a gorgeous necklace at Ann Taylor Loft and decided to make my own version. Here's mine:And here's theirs - for the not-so-low price of $39.50!I … [Read more...]
Crafty Soiree #38… A linky party featuring parties
Let's celebrate A Crafty Soiree by enjoying some party ideas: I'm enchanted by this Vintage Paper Doll Party from Christie at Three Pixie Lane. OK-- the details of this party are too fantastic. You must go visit Christie to see how she pulled all the goodness together in such a darling way. I may be a tiny bit biased-- I use a vintage Betsy McCall paper doll in my blog banner! Clever party ideas from sisters Erin and Joy on their blog Heck Fridays make this Cat in the Hat party as … [Read more...]
I Can Fly! Birdhouse Project
Do you have a favorite children's book? Or maybe an armful? Me too! Next week is Children's Book Week and I'll be giving away a GORGEOUS and AMAZING book by Samantha Vamos called: The Calenzuela That the Farm Maiden Stirred. Wait till you see it! In the meantime, the notion of Children's Book Week prompted me to make a project inspired by one of my most treasured children's books: "I Can Fly" by Ruth Knauss, illustrated by Mary Blair. Mary Blair was an … [Read more...]
Chalkboard Candelabra
I'm excited to have friends over this summer for backyard BBQs-- and center stage (or at least in the center of the table) will be chalkboard candelabra. This project brightens up any table-- outdoors or indoors. And I look forward to changing the candelabra to tailor it to each event. Some ideas-- the names of our guests, hand-drawn pictures, quotes or words. Since we're using chalkboard paint, the possibilities are limitless. Full Disclosure: My VERY kind and handy … [Read more...]
Peat Pot Cuteness
I am so inspired by all the creative ideas transforming peat pots into Easter decor. Charming peat pot by Vicki Chrisman on This Art That Makes Me Happy Fancy Peat Pots courtesy of Kim and her girlies from Musings from Kim K Glittered beauty by Terry at Cherished Treasures Fun color and the dimension on this lovely by Sheila at Cheeky Magpie Vintage Newspaper and Sheet Music from Aaron at Mudpies and Marigolds Here's my little Peat … [Read more...]
