Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Babies Footprint Christmas Card

Babies Footprint Christmas Card
As posted on Craft Rookie

Light Bulb Snowman Ornament - Christmas Craft

Light Bulb Snowman Ornament
Upcyle a burned out lightbulb and rescue a snowman!



I do not know how they attached the twig arms, but you can leave them off.  Roll a glue covered light bulb in glitter and then the rest is done in puff paints.  Attach a hanger and you have a really cute ornament for the tree that would have ended up in the garbage.

A Very Cool Way to Give Money as a Gift

Instead of giving a check or a gift card in a card, here is a pretty neat way to give someone money as a gift.


I do not know who to credit for this picture.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Book Pages for Wrapping Gifts

Super cute wrapping idea -
Posted my Marvelous Cakes

Snowman Made From Fishbowls

You can make this totally cool Snowman by stacking fishbowls.  Really cute!


I don't know the source, if I did I would give them credit.

Sunday, November 25, 2012

pail snowman - Gift Idea

pail snowman

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childmade

Pinecone Gnome

Pinecone Gnome

http://www.bhg.com/christmas/ornaments/make-a-trio-of-pinecone-gnome-ornaments/


Better Homes and Gardens

Wine Bottle Lamp - Gift Idea!

This is one of the gifts I made for Christmas to give. It is nice to sit on a kitchen counter or a bar. You can use a wine bottle or any glass container. A friend of mine did it with glass blocks. Use a drill bit that is made for glass or ceramic (big enough to put the lights through) and then a string of lights. Super easy and frugal!

Chocolate Dipped Pretzels - Gift Idea

This is a super easy treat or gift to make.  Simply dip pretzel rods into a melted bark and roll in the goodies you would like. 
Lay them out on a non-stick cookie sheet and pop them in the fridge until they are firm. 



by: Baking Hot Christmas

Tissue Paper Bows

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Tissue Paper Bows «


By GroovinMoms.com

Friday, November 23, 2012

Leftovers – Stuffing Frittata

Leftovers – Stuffing Frittata

http://mylastbite.wordpress.com/2008/11/28/leftovers-stuffing-frittata/
Stuffing Frittata by MyLastBite.com

my last bite…

Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins - The Hazel BloomThe Hazel Bloom

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Leftover Cranberry Sauce Muffins - The Hazel BloomThe Hazel Bloom






The Hazel Bloom

No Food Left Behind: Turkey Gumbo Soup

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No Food Left Behind: Turkey Gumbo Soup


No Food Left Behind

Leftovers: Transform your mashed potatoes into pancakes

Leftovers: Transform your mashed potatoes into pancakes

mashed potatoes being stirred by a whisk
I must admit that I could eat leftover mashed potatoes for days. An extra dribble of moisture (water, milk, gravy), a little spin in the microwave and I am good to go. However, I do realize that there are other folks out there who possess slightly more elevated palates. They want something more than mashed potatoes for days after Thanksgiving. For those folks, I suggest turning those mashed taters into cakes. 

The sibling of latke, these potato pancakes are creamy on the inside and crisp on the outside. Search for mashed potato pancakes on the internet and you'll get a vast assortment of recipes. My favorite way to do it includes a couple of beaten eggs for binding, a few tablespoons of flour for extra texture and some finely diced onion or chives for a bit of extra flavor. You can also stir in some shredded cheese if you to give them added flavor (Parmesan cheese is excellent in mashed potato pancakes). After the jump you'll find my favorite recipe, which originally comes from Sara Moulton's Cooking Live show.


Mashed Potato Pancakes

from Cooking Live with Sara Moulton

2 cups mashed potatoes 
1 large egg, beaten lightly 
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour 
11/2 tablespoons grated onion 
2 tablespoons chives 
Salt and pepper 
Vegetable oil, for frying


Preheat oven to 250 degrees. 

In a bowl combine well the potatoes and the egg, stir in the flour thoroughly, and stir in the onion, chives, and salt and pepper, to taste. 

In a large heavy skillet, heat 1/8-inch of the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking. Fry heaping tablespoons of the potato mixture, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon, for 1 minute on each side, or until they are golden brown. Transfer the pancakes as they are cooked to paper towels to drain and if desired, keep them warm on a rack set on a baking sheet in a preheated 250 degree oven. 



Read more: http://www.slashfood.com/2007/11/20/transform-your-mashed-potatoes-into-pancakes/#ixzz2D4cw2pJK

Thursday, November 22, 2012

Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake

Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake

Leftover Turkey Crescent Bake
This easy casserole is so delicious, you may find yourself making turkey 'n all the trimmings just to get the leftovers to make it!
Prep Time: 5 Min
Total Time: 30 Min
Makes: 6
INGREDIENTS:
2
cups prepared stuffing
1 1/2
cups cubed cooked turkey
1/2
cup turkey gravy
1
can (8 oz) Pillsbury® refrigerated crescent dinner rolls or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury® Crescent Recipe Creations® refrigerated seamless dough sheet
1
cup cranberry sauce
DIRECTIONS:
  • In 3-quart saucepan, mix stuffing, turkey and gravy. Heat to boiling over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Spoon into ungreased 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish.
  • Separate or cut dough into 4 long rectangles (if using crescent rolls, press perforations to seal). Place rectangles over stuffing, leaving space between rectangles for steam to escape.
  • Bake at 375°F 20 to 25 minutes. Top with cranberry sauce

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Olive Garden Salad Dressing (CopyKat)

Olive Garden Salad Dressing (CopyKat)
by: When the Dinner Bell Rings

Ingredients
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 teaspoon vegetable oil

2 tablespoon corn syrup
2 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoon Romano cheese
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt, or one clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 tablespoon lemon juice
sugar (optional)
Instructions

Place all ingredients in a blender until well mixed. If this is a little too tart for your own personal taste, add a little extra sugar. You can enjoy your Olive Garden salad dressing for about 10 days if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Another great use for the Olive Garden salad dressing is as a marinade for vegetables or even meats that you might like to grill. So you can see the Olive Garden salad dressing can be used in more than one way.

 

 

 

 

 





Fork Peace Sign Key Chain - Gift Idea

Fork Peace Sign Key Chain
As posted by Upcycling

Sock Snowman - Christmas Craft

Sock Snowman
As posted by Different Solutions

Monday, November 19, 2012

Salt Dough Hand Ornament

Crock On Cookbook - by Stacy Myers



If you would like to purchase a copy of Stacy's book, there is a box at the top right side of my blogs homepage.  Just click to purchase!!

Photo: My first cookbook is finally here! :-) We're so excited!!!!! Check it out!  Please share the link for this crock pot love with your friends. :-)
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  If you want 40 brand new, never-published recipes, straight from my crock pot to yours, you’re in the right place. For only $5 you can download my new eBook – Crock On! In it, you will find:

  • 40 all-original slow cooker recipes, from soups to desserts, and everything in between
  • high quality photos of every recipe
  • step-by-step instructions
  • reviews for every recipe by people who tested the dish

FAQ

Why is it only a “semi-whole foods” cookbook?
Most of the recipes would satisfy even a hardcore foodie. Nonetheless, in some recipes you will find an ingredient or two that may not quite meet the traditional definition of “whole foods” (i.e. soy sauce, hominy, etc.).

Do you use a bunch of strange or hard-to-find ingredients?
Not at all. Just about all the ingredients can be found in your local grocery store and many things you’ll already have in your pantry.

How can I get the book?
It is an e-book, so you can download it here or by clicking any of the purchase links throughout this page. When you check out, you’ll get an email from us with a unique download code for the file.

Can I get a printed version of the book?
Yes. Download a copy and print it yourself. Okay, just kidding. For now, to keep costs low, this will be a digital version only. You will receive a .pdf file, so you will be able to print as much or as little of the book and the recipes as you like from the file you will receive.

Can I see some of the recipes that are in the book?
Sure! You can see a complete list of the recipes here.
Give me an example. Can I see a sample from the book?
No problem. My readers voted and said they wanted to see my recipe for Cheesy Sausage Potatoes (click to download a .pdf straight from the book).

Crock On! A Semi-Whole Foods Slow Cooker Cookbook


Friday, November 16, 2012

Baby's Own Footprint Necklace - Hubby Made Me

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Baby's Own Footprint Necklace - Hubby Made Me

Frugal Living: Teacher Emergency Kit - MoneySavingQueen - August 2011

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Frugal Living: Teacher Emergency Kit - MoneySavingQueen - August 2011

White Trash Christmas Candy | RecipeLion.com

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White Trash Christmas Candy | RecipeLion.com

How to Make Sugar Bowl Candles and Tea Cup Candles

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How to Make Sugar Bowl Candles and Tea Cup Candles

How-to-Make-a-Sugar-Bowl-Candle

DIY Wooden Snap Blocks

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DIY Wooden Snap Blocks

How to Make a PVC Soccer Goal - I Can Teach My Child!

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How to Make a PVC Soccer Goal - I Can Teach My Child!

Make It: Ribbon Blanket for Baby - I Can Teach My Child!

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Make It: Ribbon Blanket for Baby - I Can Teach My Child!

Easy Tutorials ~ Hand Painted Or Rhinestone Canvas Tote Bag

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Easy Tutorials ~ Hand Painted Or Rhinestone Canvas Tote Bag

Tutorial - Hand Painted Or Rhinestone Tote Bag

by Moms Confession

Herbal Culinary Infusions « The Mountain Rose Blog

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Herbal Culinary Infusions « The Mountain Rose Blog

Make Infused Oils, Infused Butters and Infused Salt. 


Make Your Own Gel Air Fresheners | One Good Thing by Jillee

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Make Your Own Gel Air Fresheners | One Good Thing by Jillee

gel air fresheners

Homemade Dominoes « Make the Best of Everything

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Homemade Dominoes « Make the Best of Everything

4) I waited an hour for my Dominoes to dry.
My felt Dominoes were a hit with my husband, there are plenty of Domino games that revolve around just 2 people. Of course we plan on inviting people over to play sometime too!
Picture by: Make the Best of Everything

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Simple Shower and Tub Cleaner

Simple Shower and Tub Cleaner

 
 
Not only are the ingredients so simple, but for me, the idea of using a dish wand was brilliant, since I'm usually a more tedious "spray and wipe cleaner."

All you have to do is fill a dish wand with half vinegar and half Dawn dish liquid. Before you use it the first time, make sure you keep the wand upright so the liquid doesn't leak out. It's so simple to run a little water in the shower, and then scrub it down with the dish wand, rinse it well, and then take your shower.
http://www.joyfulhomemaking.com/2012/08/simple-shower-and-tub-cleaner.html
 

Monday, November 5, 2012

KFC Secret Spice Mix

KFC Secret Spice Mix

1 tablespoon rosemary
1 tablespoon oregano
1 tablespoon powdered sage
1 teaspoon powdered ginger

1 teaspoon marjoram
1 ½ teaspoon thyme
3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons dry minced parsley
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons onion salt
2 tablespoons powdered chicken bouillon; or 4 cubes mashed 
1 package Lipton tomato cup of soup mix

There are actually 11 spices in the above combination, but an additional 3 ingredients were necessary to derive that special flavor. Place all ingredients in blender with on/off speed for 3 to 4 minutes to pulverize, or rub through a fine strainer. Store in an airtight container so it will not lose potency. To use with flour, add 1 ounce of the mix to 1 cup of flour for coating chicken.

 

 

 

 

 

When the Dinner Bell Rings

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Wrap celery, broccoli, and lettuce

Wrap celery, broccoli, and lettuce in tin foil before storing in the fridge.
It'll stay crisp for 4 weeks or more.
Wrap celery, broccoli, and lettuce in tin foil before storing in the fridge.