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Friday, May 8, 2015

Happy Nurse's Week (and a free printable)

I have been  a nurse for over 30 years now and for the most part it is a very enjoyable job.  This week, starting yesterday May 6th we celebrate nurse's week.

Wednesday, May 6, 2015

Mother’s Day Gift and free printable

This weekend is mother’s day and every mother deserves a little something special even if you are short on cash and something homemade is perfect for any mother.  Although I think every mom would say that it is the thought that counts and not the money you spend – at least I know that my mom was like that.

Mother's Day Gift and Free Printable


You don’t have to spend a lot of money to buy your mom something special.  Last week when I was at the Dollar Store browsing I thought wouldn't it be cute to give your mom a pail full of items that she can use to either pamper herself or with items that she can use to garden or you can customize the pails to whatever your mom likes - maybe a pail full of candy.

At the Dollar Tree they had some cute pails in pinks, blues and green.  I had some pails that I bought last fall from Target that I used instead but the Dollar Tree ones would be super cute too.  As I was walking around the store I found some garden clippers that I knew I just had to use in one of my gifts and of course some seed packets.  I also found some cute tape that I could use to decorate the basket.

A Garden Basket for Mom


For the garden basket I found two types of metal pruning tool in wonderful colours, there are also were small shovels in the same colours that would go great.  I also bought some seed packages (ok I cheated my seed packages came from Walmart but you could get them at the Dollar Tree too).   My Dollar Tree was all out of gloves which would have looked cute draped over one side.  I had some miracle grow that I put in the pail and a bottle of dirt.  You could use any type of bottle and decorate it with washi tape as I did.  I also added some washi tape to the bottom of my pail to decorate it. Print out the tag and tape it too a stick or I used a plastic straw. 

This whole project costed $6-7 plus a few incidentals that I had at home.

Pamper Mom Pail


Another easy project that can be done is fill your pail with soaps, body wash and bath scrubs. Decorate the pail with tape (I found the one I put on the bath pail at my local Dollar Tree).  Print out the tag from the bottom of the page and add tape to a stick or I used a plastic straw and your done. Easy and inexpensive - this cost me $4 plus the incidentals I used from home (paper, ink and straw).

Printables
3.5 inch tags (all 3 colours on one page)

Heart Printables (cut in squares)


These pails can be used for your mom or that special person that may be a mother-figure in your life. I think these would be great as a teacher's gift or even a gift for a special nurse in your life as this week is nurse's week too.  I need to make some printables for nurse's week and for teachers gifts.  

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Thursday, April 30, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #145

I can't believe that it is time for this week's Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party.  Where does the time go?  Last week's party was great with many great recipes, crafts and diy.  I can't wait to see what you bring this week.

Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Ultimate Grilled Apple Bacon Gouda Sandwich

I love grilled cheese and I think if it wasn't for my waist getting bigger with each bite, I would eat them everyday. April is Grilled Cheese Month, so I couldn't missed this opportunity to let you know how I have been making my grilled cheese lately.  I do have to give this disclaimer before you go on... this recipe is not for the light of heart.

Saturday, April 25, 2015

The Magical Slow Cooker Cookbook Tour

I am so excited to be a part of a group of awesome bloggers on this cookbook tour.  I love reading cookbooks and love using my slow cooker, so this tour was a win-win for me.

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #144

Our spring/summer was very short lived and we are back into winter.  I hope that you are having great weather.  Even though our weather isn't what I would like it to be in April, I can still look forward to a great party here at Foodie Friends Friday.

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Earth Day- Recycling K-Cups

It is Earth Day today.. 
Did you do anything to help the earth?
We can't see the Earth here yet in the UP as yesterday nature decided to give us a surprise with more of the white stuff falling.  Instead of going out to celebrate earth day we started to get ready for when we can finally plant our garden and did some recycling.

Friday, April 17, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #143

I am late, I am late, I am late for an important date and party... Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party is up and running for many hours already but I am now here and ready to party.  I hope you are too.

Wednesday, April 15, 2015

GlobeIn Subscription

Do you like getting surprises in the mail? 
 How about artisan made products from around the world?
Intrigued yet?

Thursday, April 9, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #142

I hope everyone had a nice Easter weekend and are enjoying great weather.  We are under Winter Storm Warnings again and hope that everything bypasses us.. but as we wait and see what happens we can spend our time in doors checking out all the wonderful links that are being dropped off at our Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party.

Friday, April 3, 2015

Easter Decorating

Are you ready for Easter?  Do you have your meals all planned?  What about decorating are you are done or still need some quick ideas?  I have some quick and easy ideas that may help you will your Easter Decorating.

Thursday, April 2, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #141

Are you ready for Easter?   Are you having company coming for a big Easter Meal and not sure what you are making yet?  Fear not, you are sure to find great recipes here on Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party... It is Thursday and we are ready to have a great time.

Chocolate Coconut Cookie Sticks

I love the first Thursday of the month because that means it is time to Fill the Cookie Jar.  This month I found something something so exciting to show you…. Cookie Sticks.

Monday, March 30, 2015

Coconut Herb Mahi Mahi with Citrus Salsa

I  am so excited to be able to be part of Healthy Solutions Spice Blend Recipe Challenge.  Not only am I able to use some awesome spice blend but make an equally awesome recipe (at least I think it is awesome).  When deciding what to make, I wanted to do something healthy and even thought of using Tilapia which the spice blend that I picked is for but as I had Mahi-Mahi, I decided to  use that instead and glad that I did.

Friday, March 27, 2015

Hot Cross Buns with a Twist

Are you a fan of Hot Cross Buns?  Many people don't like them because of the peel or the currants/raisins that are put in them.  I decided to do mine a little bit differently this time and because of that these Hot Cross Buns were more like a bagel instead of a bun.. but still very tasty (if I say so myself).

Thursday, March 26, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #140

It is Thursday and that only means one thing....

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party

I hope you will join us again this week, we always have a fun time

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Bunny Treats and a free printable

Making treats to give away at anytime is so rewarding. These treats are easy to make and a great gift to giveaway for Easter.  You can whip them up in an evening, put them in some mason jars, print out the free printables and Voila... a fun gift to give.

Monday, March 23, 2015

Spring Flower Vase Craft

I saw this craft at Michaels Store and loved it.  You could buy it already made and it was so cute that I decided that I was going to make it myself and save a few dollars.  It was easy to make and I really only paid a few dollars for the complete project.

Friday, March 20, 2015

Cheesy Garlic Cauliflower Crackers - #CIC

Happy First Day of Spring!  Along with the first day of spring, today is also the day for our Crazy Ingredient Challenge.  This month's challenge is cauliflower and cheese which wasn't so much of a challenge or at least I didn't think so....

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #139

Time for another great party.  I love seeing what you all bring and can't wait to see your spring recipes, crafts and DIY or anything else you bring.

Wednesday, March 18, 2015

Spring Craft Blog Hop #3

Welcome to the third in a four-part spring craft blog hop challenge for the spring season! This hop will run from March 18th - May 25th and will be the longest and biggest of the hops. We're challenging you to create a craft project that reflects Easter, recycled crafts, Earth Day, Mother's Day, Teacher's Day, May Day, Cinco De Mayo or a General Spring theme.  

Monday, March 16, 2015

Minty Mocha Brownie Crunch

Which part of the brownie do you like the best?  Is it the soft middle or the crispy edges?  I love the crispy edges the best.  The harder and the crunchier the better.  I decided to try and make a thin crunchy brownie for St Patrick's Day.

Thursday, March 12, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #137

Thursday again and I haven't even had time to check out all the links from last week's party.  We have had some tremendous parties and I love to see all the recipes, crafts and DIY that you have to share.... Can't wait to see what you will bring this week.

Monday, March 9, 2015

Luck of the Irish (free printables)...

Are you Irish or just want to be? 
t Do you decorate for St Patrick's Day? t
Do you make sure that you wear something green so your not pinched?
Well, I am not Irish not sure I want to be.  I don't decorated for St Patrick's Day but I decided to make some printables for you to help with your decorating.... Oh! and by the way I do try to remember green.. because I sure don't want to be pinched! 

Thursday, March 5, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #137

It is Thursday again... and it is time to have Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party.  Doesn't it seem like we just finished the last party?   I can't wait to see what you will bring this week, with St Patrick's Day, Spring and Easter just around the corner... I am sure I will be able to find some great inspirations from all of you.

Friday, February 27, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #136

I am late this week getting my party up and running.. I took a small vacation from blogging and just to relax and rejuvenate.  But I am back and the party has been going strong without me.  I hope that you will come and bring your recipes, crafts and diy.  We love seeing what everyone brings.

Friday, February 20, 2015

Lemon Basil Focaccio - #CIC

I am cutting this month's challenge to the last minute. I am not sure where the month went, before I knew it the 20th was just around the corner.  Our challenge this month is Basil and Lemon and as I had both, I thought I can do this.

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #135

It is Thursday again and time to PAR-TAY.  We had an outstanding party last week and hope that you will join us again for this week's party.  Bring your recipes, crafts and DIY.

Monday, February 16, 2015

Chia Mocha Shakeo Pudding

I have been trying to eat healthier this year.  The program that I have been using is called Beachbody and have been doing the 21 Day Fix.  My progress has been slow but I am losing weight and inches and my clothes are starting to feel better.  One thing I have been doing is having Shakeology every day.

Friday, February 13, 2015

Valentine's Mantel

Love is in the air
and everything is pink and red.
Today I am excited to show you my Valentine's Mantel.

Thursday, February 12, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party

Are you ready for Valentine's?  If you need some help you will probably find some great inspirations here on Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party.

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

Cinnamon Dolce Chai Latte

I am a big Chai fan.  I have to have at least one cup of chai per day.  I also like to make my own simple syrups and one of my favorite simple syrup is Cinnamon Dolce.  Putting the two together is Awesome!

Monday, February 9, 2015

Easy Valentine Craft ~ Love Heart

This year I have been really busy decorating for Valentine's.  I don't usually do anything except decorate some on my table, but for some reason this year has been different.  I have been busy crafting.  I made this fun and easy Valentine Heart that takes no time to make and even the smallest of child can give you a hand with this craft.

Thursday, February 5, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #133

We had an absolutely great party last week.  So many great recipes, crafts and DIY.  I can't wait to see what you will be bringing this week.  

Fill the Cookie Jar - Cherry Shortbread Cookies

Have you ever halved a recipe but didn't half all the ingredients like salt?  That is what I did with this recipe when I made it.  I had decided to only make half this recipe as I am really trying hard to watch my weight... and all I seem to do is watch the numbers get bigger and bigger.  So to make a long story short... my cookies for this month's Fill the Cookie Jar were just a bit salty...

Monday, February 2, 2015

Valentine Trees

Trees are just for Christmas are they?  They can be used for any season depending on how you decorate them...  Well, I am not one to leave my Christmas tree up and decorate it with Valentine's decorations but I had some styrofoam cones that I bought to make at Christmas and never got them done.... So now they are going to be for my Valentine decorations.

Sunday, February 1, 2015

Valentine's Giveaway



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Friday, January 30, 2015

Valentine Bottles

I have always wanted to decorate bottles and have loved the bottles decorated with jute or twine.  So this year I decided that I was going to do it and I love the results.  They are easy to make and you could use them for vases or even just as a decoration.

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #132

It's Thursday and that can only mean one thing.. Partay!
We are having such a great time here at Foodie Friends Fiday
and 
I hope you are too.

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Frozen Michigan Sunrise

Have you ever looked at a recipe and said to yourself.... I can do this?  It looks so good and easy to make and then go to make it and it doesn't turn out properly.  That is what happened with this recipe but I made it work.

Monday, January 26, 2015

Valentine's Mocktail ~ Orange Pomegranate Mocktail

Love is in the Air o
It is time is time to start thinking about what you are going to make for your special Valentine's meal. Do you have a plan of what you are going to make?  Do you make a special meal for your loved ones?  I have made you a Mocktaill that would be perfect for you and this can be even shared with your children..  gv 

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #131

Welcome back to Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party
I can't wait to see what you bring this week..
We had a wonderful party with great links.

Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Crazy Ingredient Challenge - Lemongrass and Quinoa

It is time to think outside of the box and use ingredients that you may not think go together or that you may not ever tried before.  This month's ingredients are Lemongrass and Quinoa, two ingredients that I use frequently, although the Lemongrass I usually only use for tea.

Spring Craft Blog Hop #SCBH2015


Spring Craft Blog Hop

Welcome to the first spring craft blog hop challenge for the spring season! We're challenging you to create and share a Valentine's Day, President's Day, or Mardi Gras craft tutorial. This hop will run from January 20 - February 17 and you can share your creations in the link-up at the bottom of the post.

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My Pinterventures



I am so excited be a host to this Spring Craft Blog Hop with all this great crafters.
This is a great opportunity for me to be able to get some of the crafts ideas that I have stored up in my little brain and also I know that I will be able to find some great inspirations from all the crafters around the world that will be linking up.
For my first project of this season, I made a simple candy jar.  I found these cute little jars in the dollar bins at Micheals Store and I really wish I would have bought more than 2.  Hopefully they will still have them there when I am able to get back to the store.

This project I thought would be a great Valentine's gift to make and give for family and friends.  It is also a great craft that you can make with your children and give as a teacher's gift.  


Candy Jars
Materials:
Jars with lids (I bought mine from Michaels but you could use any kind of jars)
Washi Tape
String
Buttons (or any type of embellishments)
Valentine Tags
Glue
Candies to fill the jar

Directions:
Wash and dry your jars to make sure they are clean.
Apply Washi Tape on jars and lids.  I taped one or two stripes around the jar.  I did make a design on the lid of the small jar.
Attach buttons or embellishments with glue.
I did make some Valentine Tags which you can print out and use (for some reason my printer doesn't want to work.  I will add a picture when I can get one.

For this project I added hugs and kisses candy to one and the other one I added S'More Goldfish crackers so my tags correspond to these.  Below are the tags that I made.  Print them, punch a hole in the corner and add them with a string to your project.  I have both tags on the same page.  Let me know if you just want one of them and I will make a new you a printable with just one of the tags.



Remember to scroll down to the bottom and link up your Valentine's Day, President's Day and Mardi Gras crafts... I can't wait to see what you will bring.  This blog hop is open until February 17th so you have lots of time to come up with your wonderful crafts.



Spring Craft Blog Hop - Valentine's Day, President's Day, & Mardi Gras
RULES

  1. Link-up your craft or DIY tutorial that fit the themes of the Spring Craft Blog Hop. Links that do not fit the themes will be deleted.
  2. DO NOT link-up food or recipes.
  3. DO NOT link-up round-ups unless all the craft posts are yours.
  4. Link directly to your post and not your blog.
Show us what you've created and be seen on 18 blogs!







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Friday, January 16, 2015

Perfect Cup of Coffee (and free printables)

Do you have to have coffee first thing in the morning?  Can you make it through a day without a cup? Are you one of  of the 54% of American's that drink coffee everyday?

Thursday, January 15, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #130

Hope you enjoyed our wonderful party last week... We had so many great recipes, crafts and DIY links.  I can't wait to see what you will drop off this week.

Monday, January 12, 2015

Travel to South Seas Island Resort #JustEscape

Is winter getting you down?
Is the snow and the cold too much for you right now? 
Are you ready to for some fun in the sun?

Thursday, January 8, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #129


  • Hope everyone is having a great week and staying warm.  We have had a week of cold and snow.. I am getting so tired of it.  So tonight I am going in and check out all the wonderful links you will be bringing to our.....

Quinoa Oat Cereal

I am not an oatmeal person but I love this recipe.  It is full of goodness, sweetened with maple syrup and dried fruit and an added crunch of nuts.  This recipe is made overnight and heated in the morning, so a quick breakfast.

Friday, January 2, 2015

Foodie Friends Friday Linky Party #128


Happy New Years!  Hope everyone is still in a partying mood as we here at Foodie Friends Friday are ready to bring in this New Year with a bang and celebrate in the style I know that you all want.. With new recipes, crafts and DIY.