Monday, December 21, 2009
Too Long...
It has been way too long since I have posted anything. Sorry. I have recently found that it is very difficult to work full time, have commitments during the week, run an Etsy shop, have a blog, and try to be a good wife/daughter/friend all at the same time. I was finding no time to blog or update my shop between all the other stuff!! So please forgive my absence.
I am hoping to update the shop today with a couple of new card sets as I have sold a few and the shop is looking sparse! Thank you to everyone who has supported me in my creative endeavors!!
So expect me back in full force after the holidays and the crazy has died down a bit! Until then...
Peace and Blessings to you and your family in this upcoming Christmas week!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Deck the Halls...
December is here and so is my new blog! I've really been wanting to focus my blog on not just my personal life but also on my art. I love to create as many of you know, and it's time I start to market myself! I'm going to start posting a lot more about my creative process and what's going on in the Etsy shop. I can't for everyone to get a glimpse into both my personal and creative life!
Here's a shot of some new fabric notecards that just popped into the shop!
Monday, November 16, 2009
Buzz
I want to thank those who've supported me this far in my art endeavors and who've showed their support by purchasing my goods. I can't tell you how wonderful it feels to know that my cards are making it into homes and hands all over! Thanks everyone!!
I'm sending love, can you feel it? I'm just in a loving mood....watch out ;)
Friday, November 6, 2009
Link Love
I'm just proud to be among some of the other blogs that she listed as part of her post today. See her post here.
Anyway, I hope everyone has a wonderful day and weekend!
Happy Birthday Mere!!
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Etsy Picks: November
Saturday, October 24, 2009
NC State Fair=Happiness
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Anti-Anti Bacterial
There is a blog that I just started following this week (young house love) that I have really become a follower of. The couple is great and they have wonderful advice for renovating a house and decorating. Anyway, Sherry, one half of the blog team, has a brother who is going through grad school at Columbia for chemistry and they got to talking about this topic and she shared what his take was on this. Read that here.
I have recently banned anti bacterial soap from our house for a couple of reasons:
1. I ran out a couple of months ago and have not restocked (this is beside the point).
2. I've read about these debates and have gotten concerned for my family's health (ridding our bodies of good bacteria) and our environment (Falls Lake is toxic enough without more help from these soaps).
3. My mom bought me a lovely assortment of soaps from Crabtree and Evelyn a couple of Christmases ago and I'd love to use them in our bathrooms.
So, what do you think?
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tasty Tuesday: Mexicano Style
Mexican Shepherd's Pie
1 tbsp Olive Oil
1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped bite size
1/2 Sweet White Onion, chopped bite size
2 lbs Ground Beef
1 Package of Taco Seasoning
1 Can of Corn, drained
1/2 Can of Tomato Paste
1 Can of Mild Rotel Tomatoes
4 cups of Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
3 1/2 lbs Baking Potatoes (4 big potatoes)
1/2 cup Sour Cream
3 tbsp Butter
Salt and Pepper
Handful of Chopped Chives
Pre heat oven to 350. In a large pot begin boiling enough water for potatoes. Salt water once it heats up.
In a large skillet heat olive oil on medium heat. Throw in chopped onion and pepper and sautee until onions are translucent. Add meat and begin browning. Once meat is fully cooked drain the fat and return to pan. Add taco seasoning and tomato paste, stir thoroughly. Add Rotel tomatoes (not drained) and corn, stir. Once everything is mixed together pour mixture into a 9x12 (or something comparable) baking dish and spread evenly across the bottom. Sprinkle 3 cups of cheese over top of meat mixture.
Cut potatoes into large chunks and add to boiling water. The potatoes should take about 20-30 minutes to cook so try to add them as soon as the water boils. Once potatoes are done, remove from water with a slotted spoon into a mixing bowl. Mash. Then add sour cream, butter, salt, pepper, and chives and stir completely. If the potatoes seem dry, add a TOUCH of milk. Spread potatoes evenly over meat and cheese. Sprinkle the last bit of cheese on top of potatoes.
Bake uncovered for 20 minutes at 350.
Enjoy!!
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Tasty Tuesday, late.
This is my belated Tasty Tuesday recipe. I don’t have fancy photos like Laura, but this is a great and easy meal. Also, it is perfect for weekly lunches and since I work away from home it’s a nice change from sandwiches or Lean Cuisines.
1 lb package of fresh chicken tenders
1 8oz package fat free cream cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (I prefer sharp cheddar in a block that I shred myself)
1 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional, I just think it adds a nice flavor and I LOVE mayo)
½ red bell pepper, diced into tiny cubes
2 carrots, diced into tiny cubes
2 tablespoons fresh dill
2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Salt and pepper
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
October
Tune in later for a recipe post (Sorry Laura, I couldn't make it Tasty Tuesday). Also, thanks to Pottery Barn for the post photo. It's perfect.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Purse and Boots
Etsy Love: My September Favorites
1. This sweater is what I love about fall. The color is like oatmeal and I can practically smell the mulling spices simmering on the stove. Buy it here.