I have a lot of cookbooks. It's very true. Of those books, I have my favorites. They are the ones I turn to when I need food in a pinch or know I can trust the outcome. Nigella Express by Nigella Lawson is among that group of favorites. Besides being British, having a wonderful vocabulary and elegance, she makes great food that people can relate to and take pleasure in. We eat to live, but we might as well enjoy it! I had some bananas that were only good for baked goods, so I skimmed through ... View the Post
Stampin’ Up Altered Mini Journal
Being a homeschooler that goes year-round, back to school doesn't start until the end of September for us. We take a few weeks off and get back at it again. That way, things are more leisurely through the year without the pressure of having to end in June. They retain a lot more that way, which enables them to spend less time reviewing. With back to school supplies in abundance, I look for things I can change up and alter for gifts or just to make things a little prettier! Case in point: ... View the Post
It Happened in the Woods
It's completed. It's being edited. And edited some more. Though it's a short story, there is a lot of research and plot hole-eliminating that has to occur! Whew! Nevertheless, it's fun! The second installment in my short story series A Short Tale for a Stormy Night Series takes place on Mackinac Island! It's one of my favorite places in the United States! No cars! Lots of fudge! The inner wooded areas are so lush and peaceful-both calming and mysterious; I had to make it the setting for a ... View the Post
Stampin’ Up! & Silhouette Cameo 3 Treat Bag
Okay, who doesn't love a treat when it comes in a fun bag? It's the first day of FALL and it's my favorite season! In Michigan the air is crisper, the leaves start to change to an array of lovely colors, and we start to cook more luxurious foods. Cocoa! Thankfulness for what others do for us is always good to show. Who doesn't love a bit of cocoa? Watch the YouTube video about how to make this easy bag. If you need supplies, hit my Stampin' Up button! I have customer loyalty ... View the Post
Stamp Kits Coming Very Soon!
I'm so excited to be offering Stampin' Up kits! They are fun to design with such great quality products! They will be available to purchase on my blog through PayPal, since they are not a kit offered through my regular Stampin' Up ordering site. As we approach the holidays (yeah!), it's good to get a head start on cards, tags and gifts for our loved ones, friends, co-workers and giveaways for your own business! It's also a great chance to try out a new stamp set with a couple of projects ... View the Post
I’m Launching Out!
"Would you like an adventure now, or shall we have our tea first?" Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland That's how I feel with the whole adventure of this blog. It's both exciting and yet, a little intimidating at the same time. Nevertheless, excitement wins out and we shall launch forth on this journey! I am looking forward to posting several times per week and I have ideas bubbling and brewing in my head! This time of year is especially fun; it's a new school year, the weather changes to ... View the Post