Diaper cakes are super cute. And useful to any new mom going the disposable diaper route. But. They have been done. In a search for a new idea for a handmade Baby Shower Gift, I came across a video for these cute little roses made out of baby wash cloths and baby spoons (thanks Pinterest!)….
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Playing in the Kitchen: Chipotle’s Lime-Cilantro Rice
Sometimes your meal plan revolves around this notion: What do we have in the fridge that will probably go bad if we don’t use it soon? This week, that something was Cilantro. Create a whole dinner around a 30 cent bunch of herbs? Why not. Especially when there are limes lying around that need to…
Pinned it. Did it. – Re-grow Romaine Lettuce
This is one of the 1st Pins mom ever saw once she discovered what “Pinterest” was. In theory, you can RE-GROW romaine lettuce. Just cut off the base and leave it in a dish of water. Tried it. And this is what you get after about 3 days: So technically, yes, it does work. But…
“There is a small tank in MY parking space…”
Do not park in those spots where the sign says “Resident Only. All others will be towed.” Even if you are driving the Batmobile. Yes, I saw the Batmobile. Dark Knight Version. Just chillin’ on the top of my work’s parking structure during a recent Anime Convention/Import Car Show. Sweet! When it was first dropped…
Playing in the Kitchen: Dog Food Cookies
Today in Texas, the forecast says partly cloudy, with a high of 90 degrees. 90. Yes. And it’s still March! With heat like that, the though of turning on the oven is less than desirable. To the rescue: Dog Food Cookies! Don’t let the name scare you. Dog Food Cookies are a great NO-BAKE chocolate…
Don’t Forget to Sign Your Quilt!
This may seem small, but I think it is a critical step in the Quilting process. Yet all too often, it is overlooked. Don’t forget to sign (and date) your Quilt! You’ve most likely put a lot of time into your quilted project. It’s a beautiful work of art, and quilts are made to last….
Playing in the Kitchen: Mimi’s Cafe Corn Chowder
For those who haven’t heard of it: Mimi’s Cafe is a French style chain restaurant that seemed to be everywhere when I lived in the Southwestern part of the US, nowhere when I lived on the East Coast, and hour+ drive away here in Texas. So my trips there have been rare since living in…
Penguin Cam! Live from Sea World, San Diego
I. Love. Penguins. This is live video of the “Penguin Encounter” at SeaWorld San Diego. Watch for feedings throughout the day! “In celebration of Frozen Planet, premiering Sunday, March 18, at 8PM e/p, Penguin Cam will be live 24 hours a day throughout March and April — plenty of time to get to know SeaWorld…
Baking contest with AWESOME Prizes…
Ok, maybe I’m a little biased. Do you have a recipe that uses caramel and white chocolate? Enter it in the “20 Going on 80” Iron Chef competition for a chance to win a custom etched pan from Name That Pan (InMyLife on ETSY) (and other great prizes)! Recipes must be submitted by March 5th….
Household Hint: Keep Boiling Water Inside the Pot
A watched pot never boils. So you walk away for a moment. And like THAT the pot boils over and you get big sizzling flames lapping up around your pot. Or it puts out the flame altogether and your kitchen now has a delightful smell of natural gas. Anyone who has attempted making pasta has…